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Travel tips, tourism stories, and news from across the island and Nova Scotia, gathered from a curated handful of sources. We don't write these — we link out to the publishers.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
ECMA 2026: Goldie Boutilier leads Cape Breton contingent with pair of awards

Goldie Boutilier took home two awards as part of Cape Breton's representation at the 2026 ECMAs.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
Gas prices drop in Cape Breton

Gas prices are dropping in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
Organizers hope inaugural Cape Breton Senior Golf Tour catches on with Nova Scotia golfers

A new senior golf tour is launching in Cape Breton to attract golfers from across Nova Scotia.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
Buffalo Sabres happy with three-goaltender system including Cape Breton’s Colten Ellis

Cape Breton's Colten Ellis is part of the Buffalo Sabres' three-goaltender system heading into the season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
Investigation into Cape Breton fishermen’s death ongoing: Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration

An investigation is underway following the death of a Cape Breton fisherman, according to the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration.

CTV News · May 22, 2026
How much gas prices went down overnight in the Maritimes

Gas prices dropped overnight across the Maritimes.

CTV News · May 22, 2026
N.S. government treating Cape Breton forest to stop spread of spruce budworm
CTV News · May 22, 2026
Cape Breton’s Goldie Boutilier takes home top awards at East Coast Music Awards Gala

Cape Breton musician Goldie Boutilier won top awards at the East Coast Music Awards Gala.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
Organizers hope inaugural Cape Breton Senior Golf Tour catches on with Nova Scotia golfers

A new senior golf tour is launching in Cape Breton to engage golfers across Nova Scotia.

PNI Atlantic News · May 22, 2026
Early spruce budworm treatment planned for northwestern Cape Breton next month

Forestry officials are planning early spruce budworm treatment in northwestern Cape Breton next month to protect local woodlands.

PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
Shuttered Cape Breton rink undergoes demolition, forces relocation of Cabot Trail Relay Race banquet

A shuttered Cape Breton rink is being demolished, prompting organizers to relocate the Cabot Trail Relay Race banquet to a new venue.

PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
Shuttered Cape Breton rink undergoes demolition, forces relocation of Cabot Trail Relay Race banquet

A shuttered Cape Breton rink is being demolished, prompting organizers to find a new home for the Cabot Trail Relay Race banquet.

PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
Shuttered Cape Breton rink undergoes demolition, forces relocation of Cabot Trail Relay Race banquet

A historic Cape Breton rink is being demolished, prompting organizers to relocate the Cabot Trail Relay Race banquet to a new venue.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · May 21, 2026
Cape Breton, Antigonish region see mixed results as Nova Scotia family practice wait-list declines

Cape Breton and Antigonish experience mixed outcomes as Nova Scotia's family practice wait-list continues to shrink.

Government of Nova Scotia · May 21, 2026
Boat School Grand Opening

A new boat school is opening in Cape Breton, offering hands-on maritime training opportunities.

Government of Nova Scotia · May 21, 2026
Boat School Official Opening

Boat School Official Opening

PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
Harvested trees to be removed from Hunter's Mountain with support of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaw Chiefs

Harvested trees will be removed from Hunter's Mountain in a project supported by Nova Scotia Mi'kmaw Chiefs.

PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
Cape Breton Community Calendar events for May 23-29, 2025

Discover what's happening across Cape Breton during the week of May 23-29 with our community calendar.

PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
Cape Breton woman pleads not guilty to violently assaulting man
PNI Atlantic News · May 21, 2026
TOM URBANIAK: Nova Scotia should have an annual Cemeteries Day

A columnist argues Nova Scotia should establish an annual day to celebrate and recognize its historic cemeteries.

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CBC · Aug 25, 2026
RCMP say medical emergency call on Cape Breton trail was false

RCMP responded to a medical emergency call on a Cape Breton trail that turned out to be false.

CBC · Sep 18, 2026
Rehab centre for bear cubs delayed while non-profit awaits government approval

A planned rehabilitation centre for bear cubs in Cape Breton faces delays as organizers wait for government approval.

The Eyewall · Sep 7, 2026
Monday Miscellany: Lowell, an Atlantic update, and a look at a Cape Breton Island flood

Learn about recent weather impacts on Cape Breton Island, including a local flood, plus updates on Atlantic conditions and Hurricane Lowell.