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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.

The Macdonald Notebook · Jul 4, 2026
The Rich History Of Cape Breton’s Marble Mountain Quarry

Discover the fascinating story behind Cape Breton's historic Marble Mountain Quarry and its role in the region's industrial past.

The Macdonald Notebook · Jul 4, 2026
Halifax Notebook Reader Writes: Highlights of Summer Include Visiting Marble Mountain

A local reader shares their summer adventures, including a visit to Marble Mountain.

Dignity Memorial · Jul 4, 2026
Wallace Dollimount Obituary - Sydney, NS
Dignity Memorial · Jul 4, 2026
Wallace Dollimount Obituary - Sydney, NS
CTV News · Jul 3, 2026
Cape Breton residents cry foul about odour at Sydney Harbour

Cape Breton residents are expressing concerns about odour issues affecting Sydney Harbour.

CTV News · Jul 3, 2026
Strange smell along Sydney Harbour in Cape Breton

Residents and visitors are investigating a mysterious odor affecting Sydney Harbour in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 3, 2026
Nova Scotia driver, passenger fined for dangerous driving in Cape Breton

A Nova Scotia driver and passenger faced fines for dangerous driving in Cape Breton.

CBC · Jul 3, 2026
'Off the charts': Garbage complaints skyrocket in CBRM

Garbage complaints in CBRM have reached unprecedented levels, prompting urgent attention to waste management issues.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 3, 2026
Three earthquakes, two days off coast of Cape Breton

Recent seismic activity has been detected off the coast of Cape Breton with three earthquakes occurring over a two-day period.

Your Quad Counties · Jul 3, 2026
Two men face charges after one rode in back of open hatchback on Cape Breton highway

Two men have been charged after one was found riding in the back of an open hatchback on a Cape Breton highway.

Your Greater Moncton · Jul 3, 2026
Two men face charges after one rode in back of open hatchback on Cape Breton highway

Two men face charges after one rode in the back of an open hatchback on a Cape Breton highway.

Your Halifax Now · Jul 3, 2026
Two men face charges after one rode in back of open hatchback on Cape Breton highway

Two men face charges after a dangerous stunt on a Cape Breton highway involving a ride in an open hatchback.

Waterfront Media Halifax · Jul 3, 2026
RCMP Northwest Traffic Services charges driver and passenger in relation to dangerous incident in Cape Breton

RCMP Northwest Traffic Services has charged a driver and passenger following a dangerous incident in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 3, 2026
Cape Breton grad a champion skier, volunteer, student

A Cape Breton graduate balances success as a champion skier with volunteer work and studies.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 3, 2026
Group disappointed Cape Breton truss bridge replacement won't include environmental assessment

A local group expresses concerns over plans to replace a Cape Breton truss bridge without conducting an environmental assessment.

The Laker News · Jul 3, 2026
Ice cream with Grandma tops Dawson Burns’ plans for Atlantic Cup celebration

Dawson Burns plans to celebrate his Atlantic Cup victory with ice cream and his grandmother.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 3, 2026
PAUL MACDOUGALL: The Sydney Sooners at 50

The Sydney Sooners celebrate five decades of community impact in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 3, 2026
Cape Breton disability advocate to launch Inclusive Conversations podcast

A Cape Breton disability advocate is launching a new podcast focused on inclusive conversations.

CBC · Jul 3, 2026
CBRM councillors calling for quicker action to get in on offshore wind

Cape Breton regional councillors are pushing for faster moves to capitalize on offshore wind development opportunities.

Hockey Nova Scotia · Jul 3, 2026
CB WEST MHA NAMED DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR

CB West MHA has been recognized as Development Association of the Year by Hockey Nova Scotia.

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PNI Atlantic News · Jul 10, 2026
OPINION: Cape Breton's greenfield site deserves transparent, competitive process
Your Quad Counties · Jul 22, 2026
Cape Breton researcher awarded $40K grant to improve supports for women with disabilities in N.S.

A Cape Breton researcher has received funding to enhance support services for women with disabilities across Nova Scotia.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 8, 2026
Sooners retire MacLean's jersey: Cape Breton Sports In Brief for July 8, 2026

A Cape Breton athlete's jersey is being retired by the Sooners in this week's sports roundup.