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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 · Aug 25, 2025
Forest Guide TV series to hold screening in Baddeck | PNI Atlantic News

The Forest Guide TV series is coming to Baddeck for a special screening.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 25, 2025
Top honours: Runners claim event titles in Cape Breton

Local runners took top honours at a Cape Breton running event.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 25, 2025
Douglas MacIsaac Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Aug 25, 2025
Bluenose II cancels visit to U.S., cites 'uncertainties' with crossing the border

The iconic Bluenose II has cancelled its planned U.S. visit due to concerns about border crossing procedures.

islands.com · Aug 23, 2025
To Avoid America's Overcrowded And Understaffed National Parks In 2025, Visit These Canadian Alternatives

Discover Canadian national parks as less crowded alternatives to America's overbooked destinations this year.

Government of Nova Scotia · Aug 22, 2025
First Cohort Begins at Cape Breton Medical Campus

The first group of students has begun their studies at Cape Breton's new medical campus.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 19, 2025
Busy summer for Atlantic Canadian seasonal attractions

Atlantic Canadian seasonal attractions are experiencing a busy summer season.

CBC · Aug 14, 2025
Path to beach at Louisbourg an 'obstacle course,' says beachgoer

A beachgoer is calling out the condition of the path to a Louisbourg beach as unnecessarily difficult to navigate.

CBC · Aug 14, 2025
Path to beach at Louisbourg an 'obstacle course,' says beachgoer

A beachgoer raises concerns about the difficult conditions on the path leading to a Louisbourg beach.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2025
Second leg of Race the Cape concludes as part of Bras d’Or Yacht Club regatta

The second leg of Race the Cape wrapped up as part of the Bras d'Or Yacht Club regatta.

CTV News · Aug 12, 2025
Extreme heat adds another challenge to drought-like conditions in Cape Breton

Cape Breton is facing extreme heat on top of drought-like conditions, creating compounding environmental challenges for the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2025
LETTER: Free CBRM shuttle service should expand to other museums

A reader suggests expanding the free shuttle service in Cape Breton Regional Municipality to connect more museums across the region.

CTV News · Aug 12, 2025
Extreme heat adds another challenge to drought-like conditions in Cape Breton

Extreme heat is compounding drought-like conditions across Cape Breton, creating mounting challenges for the region.

Yahoo News Canada · Aug 11, 2025
This 1757 Cape Breton hurricane nearly rewrote North American history

A powerful 1757 hurricane that struck Cape Breton had the potential to alter the course of North American history.

CBC · Aug 11, 2025
This 1757 Cape Breton hurricane nearly rewrote North American history

A powerful 1757 hurricane that struck Cape Breton came close to altering the course of North American events.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 10, 2025
Susan Annaia "Susie" Gillis Obituary - Inverness, NS
Pier Community Funeral Home · Aug 9, 2025
MACASKILL, Cassandra Christene Nicole
National Post · Aug 9, 2025
Jamie Sarkonak: COVID attitudes live on in Nova Scotia's inconsistent forest ban

Nova Scotia's approach to forest access restrictions is drawing criticism for inconsistency tied to pandemic-era decision-making patterns.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 8, 2025
Athletes of the year honoured at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy

Local athletes received recognition at an awards ceremony held at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy.

CBC · Aug 7, 2025
Cape Breton senior warns others after 'disturbing' encounter on park trail

A Cape Breton senior is warning the community about a concerning experience they had while using a local park trail.

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The Weather Network · Sep 7, 2026
Washed-out roads in Cape Breton leave residents stranded

Heavy rains have washed out roads across Cape Breton, leaving some residents unable to travel.

CBC · Sep 8, 2026
Cape Breton salmon association using electrofishing to monitor Margaree River

The Cape Breton salmon association is using electrofishing technology to monitor fish populations in the Margaree River.

CTV News · Sep 6, 2026
Cape Breton deals with infrastructure damages, flooding, and widespread power outages

Cape Breton is facing significant infrastructure damage, flooding, and power outages affecting the region.