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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
Up again: Gas, diesel price increase in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Gas and diesel prices are on the rise again in Cape Breton and Nova Scotia.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 14, 2026
Beverly MacPherson Obituary - Inverness, NS
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Cape Breton: Aug. 13, 2026

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Cape Breton.

saltwire.com · Aug 13, 2026
Mira Bay, new Canadian Coast Guard search and rescue boat, in service | PNI Atlantic News

The Canadian Coast Guard has a new search and rescue vessel in service to help protect Atlantic waters.

saltwire.com · Aug 13, 2026
Partial solar eclipse dazzles Cape Breton skies

Cape Breton residents witnessed a partial solar eclipse lighting up the sky.

CTV News · Aug 13, 2026
Damage to copper wires interrupts services in Sydney River, N.S., police say

Copper wire damage has disrupted services in Sydney River, with police investigating the cause.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Eleanor: A 200-Mile Walk in Search of England’s Lost Queen book review | PNI Atlantic News
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Cape Breton Community Calendar events for August 15-21, 2025

Discover what's happening across Cape Breton during the week of August 15-21 with our community calendar.

The Spec · Aug 13, 2026
Loss of Cape Breton Mi’kmaw fashion icon felt deeply by community

A beloved Cape Breton Mi'kmaw fashion icon has passed away, leaving a profound impact on the community.

989 XFM · Aug 13, 2026
Three Levels of Government provide Funding for Farm Equipment Rental Programs on Cape Breton Island

Government funding is now available to support farm equipment rental programs across Cape Breton Island.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Cape Breton museum to serve as community visitor information centre

A local museum is expanding its role to provide visitor information and community services.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Coal Bowl Queen set to make Cape Breton debut at Glace Bay's Savoy Theatre in March | PNI Atlantic News

Coal Bowl Queen is making its Cape Breton debut at Glace Bay's Savoy Theatre in March.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Cape Breton's Turnbull Brothers set to perform at Terry Fox Run fundraiser in Reserve Mines

The Turnbull Brothers will perform at a Terry Fox Run fundraiser in Reserve Mines.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
JEREMY FRASER: Canadian Little League Championship teaches more than wins and losses

A Canadian Little League Championship offers young players valuable lessons that extend far beyond the scoreboard.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
OPINION: Accountability matters, so does Cape Breton's future
CBC · Aug 13, 2026
Volunteer-run Port Hastings museum trying to fill void after visitor centre closure

A volunteer-run museum in Port Hastings is stepping up to welcome visitors following the closure of the local visitor centre.

CBC · Aug 13, 2026
Volunteer-run Port Hastings museum trying to fill void after visitor centre closure

A volunteer-run museum in Port Hastings is stepping in to serve visitors following the closure of the area's visitor centre.

W. J. Dooley Funeral Service Ltd. · Aug 13, 2026
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PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
'Our hearts are back there': British Columbia wins Canadian Little League Championship with heavy hearts as wildfires burn back home

A British Columbia Little League team claims the Canadian championship while their community faces devastating wildfires back home.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
PHOTOS: Scenes from the Canadian Little League Championship final in Cape Breton

Young baseball players competed in the Canadian Little League Championship final held in Cape Breton.

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Yahoo! Finance Canada · Sep 6, 2026
Cape Breton Flooding: Insurance Bureau of Canada provides insurance guidance

The Insurance Bureau of Canada offers guidance for Cape Breton residents dealing with flooding and insurance claims.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 19, 2026
Photos of the Game: Cape Breton Eagles vs. Halifax Mooseheads, Sept. 18, 2026

Check out action photos from the Cape Breton Eagles' matchup against the Halifax Mooseheads.

CBC · Sep 7, 2026
'Helping each other out where they can': Cape Breton community rallies after severe flooding

A Cape Breton community comes together to support neighbors affected by severe flooding.