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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 18, 2026
Cape Breton Waterfall Weekend highlights island's "spectacular" cascades

Discover Cape Breton's most spectacular waterfalls during a special weekend celebration of the island's natural cascades.

PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
Cape Breton man who beat homeless man with wrench deemed 'high risk for reoffending'
PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
LETTER: Physician services access improving but still a long way to go

A physician shares perspective on the current state of healthcare access in the region and where improvements are still needed.

PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
LETTER: Cape Breton income tax return volunteers receive a shout-out

Cape Breton residents who volunteer to help others with their income tax returns are being recognized for their community contribution.

PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
Cape Breton's Port of Sydney seeks more green-friendly opportunities — including shoreside electrical power

Port of Sydney is exploring sustainable initiatives to reduce environmental impact, including the installation of shoreside electrical power for vessels.

PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
Cape Breton woman shares story of parents' trek around Cabot Trail in 1943

A Cape Breton woman recounts her parents' historic journey around the Cabot Trail during the 1940s.

PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
Cape Breton woman shares story of parents' trek around Cabot Trail in 1943

A Cape Breton woman recounts her parents' historic journey around the Cabot Trail during the 1940s.

MooseJawToday.com · May 18, 2026
Sask travellers gain direct Halifax flights this summer
PNI Atlantic News · May 18, 2026
HARNESS RACING: Mappos Lion wins in season debut at Cape Breton's Northside Downs

Mappos Lion claimed victory in its season debut at Northside Downs harness racing track on Cape Breton.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · May 18, 2026
Industrial parks across Northeastern Nova Scotia, Cape Breton near capacity amid continued expansion

Industrial parks in Cape Breton and Northeastern Nova Scotia are reaching capacity while continuing to expand to meet growing demand.

Yahoo News Canada · May 18, 2026
How 'Cape Bretoner' became an ethnicity option on the census

Discover how Cape Bretoners secured recognition as a distinct ethnic identity on the national census.

CBC · May 18, 2026
How 'Cape Bretoner' became an ethnicity option on the census

Cape Bretoners can now identify their ethnicity as "Cape Bretoner" on the official census following a grassroots effort to recognize the region's unique cultural identity.

PNI Atlantic News · May 17, 2026
Provincial parks in Cape Breton begin opening up for 2026 season

Provincial parks across Cape Breton are preparing to welcome visitors as they open for the 2026 season.

Dignity Memorial · May 16, 2026
Kevin Walker Obituary - Inverness, NS
Dignity Memorial · May 16, 2026
Kevin Walker Obituary - Inverness, NS
IMDb · May 16, 2026
Freedom Central Inc., 18 Louisbourg Place St. Albert Canada - Freedom Central Canada
frequencynews.ca · May 16, 2026
Cape Breton Regional Municipality cracking down on flyers, fast food litter

The municipality is taking action against litter and unwanted flyers to keep Cape Breton communities cleaner.

CBC · May 16, 2026
Eskasoni First Nation, Cape Breton homebuilder strike up joint venture

A Cape Breton homebuilder and Eskasoni First Nation have partnered together in a new joint venture.

PressReader · May 16, 2026
Rising fuel costs could have impact
CBC · May 15, 2026
3 regional Indigenous tourism boards separate from ITAC amid ongoing financial concerns

Three regional Indigenous tourism boards have separated from ITAC due to financial concerns.

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The Eastern Door · Jun 11, 2026
Delisle joins elite draft group with Cape Breton

A local player has earned selection to an elite draft group with connections to Cape Breton.

To Do Canada · May 27, 2026
Tim Hortons Melts Return Alongside New Lemon Blueberry Tart
Yahoo News Canada · 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.