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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.

CTV News · Feb 13, 2026
Cape Breton residents, councillors fed up with abandoned buildings

Cape Breton residents and councillors are expressing frustration over the growing problem of abandoned buildings in the region.

Travel And Tour World · Feb 12, 2026
Travellers Stranded in Nova Scotia as Halifax International Airport Delays 23 Flights and Cancels 12, Grounding Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, WestJet, and Other Airlines in Halifax, Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, and More

Halifax International Airport has delayed 23 flights and cancelled 12 others, affecting multiple airlines and stranding travellers across Nova Scotia and beyond.

CBC · Feb 12, 2026
Opposition MLAs question value of Premier Tim Houston's travel

Opposition lawmakers are raising concerns about the costs and benefits of the Premier's official travel.

CTV News · Feb 12, 2026
Lifesaving supplies stuck in Halifax amid Cuba travel advisory

Humanitarian shipments face delays as travel restrictions affect delivery of medical aid to Cuba.

University of Waterloo · Feb 11, 2026
Silver Medal Lecture: Dr. Amy Scott
CTV News · Feb 11, 2026
‘Come As You Are’: Cape Breton performer to play Nirvana tribute show

A Cape Breton performer will bring a Nirvana tribute show to the stage.

Government of Nova Scotia · Feb 10, 2026
Gaelic Language Bursary Supports Study in Scotland

A new bursary is helping students support their Gaelic language studies in Scotland.

BOAT International · Feb 10, 2026
$600k price drop on 37m Louisbourg yacht Touch

A 37-metre yacht based in Louisbourg has been reduced in price by $600,000.

CBC · Feb 10, 2026
Cape Breton family devastated by loss of home, 4 pets in fire

A Cape Breton family lost their home and four pets in a devastating fire.

CBC · Feb 9, 2026
Charity helps Cape Breton senior meet country star Johnny Reid

A Cape Breton senior's dream came true with help from a local charity when they got to meet country music star Johnny Reid.

Dignity Memorial · Feb 8, 2026
Herman Deveau Obituary - Inverness, NS
vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca · Feb 7, 2026
Tourism operators in Cape Breton hope for more winter visitors

Tourism operators in Cape Breton are working to attract more visitors during the winter months.

CTV News · Feb 7, 2026
Tourism operators in Cape Breton hope for more winter visitors

Cape Breton tourism operators are working to attract more visitors during the winter season.

Canadian Hockey League · Feb 6, 2026
Eagles & Mooseheads Go Back To Back In Halifax

The Eagles and Mooseheads face off in consecutive games in Halifax.

WorldAtlas · Feb 6, 2026
6 Most Eccentric Towns in The Maritimes

Discover six unique Maritime towns known for their quirky character and distinctive charm.

Parks Canada · Feb 6, 2026
Our interpretation - Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Discover how the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site brings history to life through its interpretation programs and experiences.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 6, 2026
HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY: Richmond-Beau Port blanks Inverness-Baddeck-Wagmatcook

Richmond-Beau Port shuts out Inverness-Baddeck-Wagmatcook in high school hockey action.

Country 103.5 · Feb 5, 2026
Cape Breton Radio Icon and Hockey Night in Canada Host Passes Away

Cape Breton loses a beloved radio personality and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster.

Dignity Memorial · Feb 5, 2026
Neil Gillis Obituary - Inverness, NS
989 XFM · Feb 4, 2026
Nova Scotia’s Acadian Federation Executive Director calls Recommendation by Electoral Boundaries Commission to Divide Inverness Provincial Constituency into Two new Districts a Good Decision

Nova Scotia's Acadian Federation Executive Director supports the Electoral Boundaries Commission's plan to divide Inverness Provincial Constituency into two new districts.

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PNI Atlantic News · Aug 24, 2026
IN PHOTO: These 'desk-sized geese' from Cape Breton market are waiting for home

Adorable desk-sized geese from a Cape Breton market are looking for their forever homes.

Narcity · Sep 7, 2026
More rain forecast for Nova Scotia as province rebuilds after damaging floods

Nova Scotia braces for additional rain as communities work to recover from recent devastating floods.

Your Quad Counties · Sep 2, 2026
Hilroy discovers Atlantic Canada is, in fact, still here