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News from around Cape Breton

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.

CTV News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton woman honoured for 50 years of service at Canadian Tire store

A Cape Breton woman is being recognized for five decades of dedication working at a local Canadian Tire store.

Your Quad Counties · May 12, 2026
Destination Cape Breton makes exploring the Island easier

Destination Cape Breton launches new tools to help visitors navigate and explore the island more conveniently.

The Georgia Straight · May 12, 2026
Intro to Canadian Stepdance - French Canadian and Cape Breton Traditions – Things to do in Vancouver

Learn about Cape Breton stepdance traditions in an introductory class exploring French Canadian and Cape Breton styles.

Dalhousie University · May 12, 2026
Engineering students explore what it would take to save a Cape Breton lighthouse

Engineering students investigate solutions to preserve a historic Cape Breton lighthouse.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton man charged one day before sentencing for harassing and threatening woman

A Cape Breton man faces new charges related to harassment and threats just before his scheduled sentencing.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton woman pleads guilty to forgery involving doctor's prescription pad

A Cape Breton woman has pleaded guilty to forging prescriptions using a doctor's pad.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton man who avoided impaired driving charges more than a decade to stand trial

A Cape Breton man will finally face trial on impaired driving charges more than a decade after they were laid.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
PCs pick Cape Breton entrepreneur Bourgeois as Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay nominee

Cape Breton entrepreneur Bourgeois has been nominated as the PC candidate for the Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay riding.

CTV News · May 12, 2026
Are you there traveller? It’s me Margaret, Cape Breton’s AI assistant

Cape Breton launches an AI assistant named Margaret to help guide travelers exploring the region.

CTV News · May 12, 2026
Are you there traveller? It’s me Margaret, Cape Breton’s AI assistant

Cape Breton has launched an AI assistant named Margaret to help visitors plan their travels.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Victoria County accommodation providers now required to remit marketing levy via reporting portal

Victoria County accommodation providers must now use a new reporting portal to submit their marketing levy payments.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Victoria County accommodation providers now required to remit marketing levy via reporting portal

Victoria County accommodation providers must now use a new reporting portal to submit their marketing levy payments.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Sixty years on, The Men of the Deeps still drawing receptive crowds with Cape Breton mining stories in song

The Men of the Deeps celebrate six decades of sharing Cape Breton's mining heritage through music with audiences who remain captivated by their songs.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton visitor information centre preparing for busy tourism season

Cape Breton's visitor information centre is gearing up to welcome an influx of tourists this season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton visitor information centre preparing for busy tourism season

Cape Breton's visitor information centre is gearing up to welcome an anticipated surge of tourists this season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Cape Breton long-term care worker picked as NDP candidate for Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay

A Cape Breton long-term care worker has been selected as the NDP candidate for the Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay riding.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
Inverness’ Jim MacMaster considered one of the best all-around athletes from Cape Breton

Meet Jim MacMaster, an Inverness native recognized as one of Cape Breton's greatest all-around athletes.

Nomad Lawyer · May 11, 2026
HOT 🔥 Cheap non-stop flights from Copenhagen to Nova Scotia, Canada for €187

Nonstop flights from Copenhagen to Nova Scotia are available at a budget-friendly price point for travelers planning a trip to Canada.

CTV News · May 11, 2026
Man charged after arsons in Cape Breton

A man has been charged in connection with multiple arson incidents across Cape Breton.

CTV News · May 11, 2026
Cape Breton YMCA celebrates 140th anniversary

The Cape Breton YMCA marks 140 years of community service and wellness programs.

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CBC · Jun 3, 2026
Cape Breton obstetrician to face suspension in professional misconduct case

A Cape Breton obstetrician will face suspension following a professional misconduct case.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 1, 2026
Earthquake recorded off Cape Breton coast

An earthquake has been recorded in waters off the Cape Breton coast.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 14, 2026
CBRM Hurricane Research group to host in-person discussions to hear community concerns in aftermath of Fiona

CBRM's Hurricane Research group is hosting community discussions to address concerns following Hurricane Fiona's impact.