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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.

energynews.pro · May 13, 2026
Envision Energy and Cape Breton China Corp partner on 300 MW hybrid wind project in Canada

A major wind energy project combining multiple renewable technologies is coming to Cape Breton through a partnership between Envision Energy and Cape Breton China Corp.

The Spec · May 13, 2026
Waterfall Season kicks off with secret waterfall challenge

Discover Cape Breton's hidden waterfalls as Waterfall Season launches with a mysterious challenge waiting to be explored.

CBC · May 13, 2026
CBRM considers crackdown on firefighters filling private swimming pools

The Cape Breton Regional Municipality is weighing new rules around firefighters using emergency water resources to fill private swimming pools.

CBC · May 13, 2026
Cape Breton driver shocked after windshield smashed by object hurled from other vehicle

A Cape Breton driver's windshield was smashed by an object thrown from another vehicle on the road.

PNI Atlantic News · May 13, 2026
Free talk at Cape Breton University: Ideas for municipality from Polish sister city

Learn about innovative ideas from Cape Breton University's Polish sister city at a free community talk.

PNI Atlantic News · May 13, 2026
Pool plans: Cape Breton municipality mulling over a fee to fill swimming pools

A Cape Breton municipality is considering introducing a fee for filling residential swimming pools.

Country 103.5 · May 13, 2026
Cape Breton Radio Announcer Marks 50 Years On-Air Today!

A Cape Breton radio announcer celebrates a remarkable milestone after five decades on the air.

CBC · May 13, 2026
Cape Breton driver shocked after windshield smashed by object hurled from other vehicle

A Cape Breton driver's windshield was damaged when an object was thrown from another vehicle on the road.

Yahoo News Canada · May 13, 2026
Cape Breton driver shocked after windshield smashed by object hurled from other vehicle

A Cape Breton driver's windshield was shattered when an object was thrown from another vehicle on the road.

CBC · May 13, 2026
Cape Breton driver shocked after windshield smashed by object hurled from other vehicle

A Cape Breton driver's windshield was damaged when an object was thrown from another vehicle on the road.

PNI Atlantic News · May 12, 2026
'Dreams will come true that week': Grand Slam of Curling officially kicks off countdown to November event in Cape Breton

Grand Slam of Curling is coming to Cape Breton in November with what organizers say will be a dream-come-true week of competitive curling.

CP24 · 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 at her local Canadian Tire store.

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.

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CTV News · Jun 3, 2026
Nine cruise ships coming to Louisbourg, N.S.

Nine cruise ships are scheduled to visit Louisbourg this season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 26, 2026
Heather Feather a big hit with kids at Cape Breton weekend ECMA gig

Heather Feather delighted young audiences at Cape Breton's weekend ECMA event.

CBC · Jun 19, 2026
Cape Breton rollerskating club takes inspiration from the past

A local rollerskating club draws on historical influences to build community on wheels.