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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 14, 2026
Driver receives fine after transport truck overturns in Cape Breton

A transport truck driver has been fined following an overturning incident on Cape Breton roads.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Sydney, Halifax Nova Scotia Senior Baseball series cancelled due to umpire shortage in Cape Breton

A planned senior baseball series between Sydney and Halifax has been cancelled due to a shortage of umpires in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Vehicle accident the cause of Cape Breton’s Canso Causeway closure on Aug. 9

A vehicle accident caused the closure of the Canso Causeway on August 9th.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Minor damage, no injuries in separate Thursday accidents in Sydney: Cape Breton Regional Police

Local traffic incidents Thursday resulted in minor vehicle damage with no one hurt.

CBC · Aug 14, 2026
A Cape Breton 'Thelma and Louise': How a viral comedy duo made a movie by accident

A Cape Breton comedy duo's viral success accidentally led to them making a movie inspired by the classic film.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
'It’s a very scary situation': New Waterford holding town hall to address drug-related crime

New Waterford is hosting a town hall meeting to address growing concerns about drug-related crime in the community.

frequencynews.ca · Aug 14, 2026
Cape Breton music icon Hubba Parris passes away

Cape Breton community mourns the loss of music icon Hubba Parris.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Cape Breton police charge man found hiding in closet

Cape Breton police have charged a man discovered hiding in a closet.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Aug 14, 2026
From sheep to sweater: Cape Breton wool project brings local craft full circle

A Cape Breton wool project traces the complete journey from raising sheep to creating finished sweaters, celebrating local craftsmanship.

Tourism Nova Scotia blog · Aug 14, 2026
Indulge in a Fall Foodie Getaway to Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is a destination where food and drink are deeply connected to place. From vineyard dinners in the Annapolis Valley to hands-on distilling experiences overlooking the Northumberland Strait, these getaways pair exceptional local flavours with some of the province s most memorable…

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
'Think about what's possible': Houston touts energy, natural gas, wind during Sydney stop of summer tour

A provincial leader discusses energy opportunities including natural gas and wind during a visit to Sydney.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Feds to invest more than $1.2M to help five Cape Breton tourism operators and pair of non-profits

Federal funding of more than $1.2 million will support five Cape Breton tourism operators and two non-profits in the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
IN PHOTO: Cape Breton West wins provincial championship

Cape Breton West claimed the provincial championship title.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Baseball and hockey headlines: Cape Breton Sports in Brief for Aug. 14, 2026

Catch up on the latest baseball and hockey updates from Cape Breton sports.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Cape Breton Golf Report: 10 hole-in-one shots recorded at local golf courses in July 2026

Ten hole-in-one shots were recorded at Cape Breton golf courses last month, highlighting the region's golfing excellence.

CTV News · Aug 14, 2026
Maritime gas prices increase for the second time in a week

Maritime gas prices are climbing again with a second increase within the week.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
'We're Mi'kmaq first': two-spirit identity supported as one identity by L'Nu who care

Discover how Mi'kmaq community members are supporting two-spirit identity as an integral part of L'Nu culture and belonging.

MarketBeat · Aug 14, 2026
Thomson Reuters Corp $TRI Shares Bought by Louisbourg Investments Inc.
MarketBeat · Aug 14, 2026
Louisbourg Investments Inc. Has $4.79 Million Stock Holdings in Agilent Technologies, Inc. $A
CBC · Aug 14, 2026
Cape Breton teen raises $21K through hotdog sales, donations

A Cape Breton teen has raised $21,000 through hotdog sales and donations for a charitable cause.

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Yahoo News Canada · Aug 24, 2026
Eskasoni hit hard by overnight rain

Heavy overnight rainfall brought significant impacts to the Eskasoni community.

Your Quad Counties · Sep 16, 2026
Federal government steps up on tourism in Nova Scotia, Battiste says

Federal government increases support for Nova Scotia tourism, according to Battiste.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 2, 2026
QMJHL: Cape Breton Eagles reassign 13 players including team's top selection in 2026