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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.

Your Halifax Now · Aug 12, 2026
Federal government announces $1.2 million in funding to boost Nova Scotia tourism

The federal government is investing $1.2 million to support tourism growth across Nova Scotia.

Your Quad Counties · Aug 12, 2026
Federal government announces $1.2 million in funding to boost Nova Scotia tourism

Federal funding of $1.2 million has been announced to support Nova Scotia tourism initiatives.

Your South Shore · Aug 12, 2026
Federal government announces $1.2 million in funding to boost Nova Scotia tourism

Federal government announces $1.2 million in funding to boost Nova Scotia tourism.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
Wilbert Marshall re-elected as chief of Potlotek

Wilbert Marshall has been re-elected as chief of Potlotek First Nation.

Government of Nova Scotia · Aug 12, 2026
Farm Equipment Announcement in Cape Breton
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
Cape Breton man elects Supreme Court trial on sex-related and drug charges
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
GWYNNE DYER: Why Trump's peace negotiations in Gaza are just a charade
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
PAM FRAMPTON: Why it's time to send the U.S. ambassador packing
ctvnews.ca · Aug 12, 2026
Nova Scotia spending $620K to expand Cape Breton farm equipment rental programs

Nova Scotia is investing $620,000 to expand farm equipment rental programs across Cape Breton.

Tourism Nova Scotia blog · Aug 12, 2026
Fall Colours in Nova Scotia: When to Go and What to Look For

Nova Scotia is a great place to see fall colours because its autumn scenery is so varied and easy to explore. Travellers can see orange and yellow maple hills, brilliant red blueberry fields, golden grasses, colourful ferns, and subtle fall tones in bogs and salt marshes.

Tourism Nova Scotia blog · Aug 12, 2026
Top Places to See Fall Colours in Nova Scotia

There s something about fall in Nova Scotia that makes you want to slow down and take the scenic route. From city parks and lakeside trails to mountain lookoffs and famous coastal drives, autumn paints the province in shades of red, orange, and gold.

Forest Haven Memorial Gardens · Aug 12, 2026
Nan MacKinnon Obituary Aug 5, 2026
Government of Nova Scotia · Aug 12, 2026
Province Invests in Agriculture Equipment for Cape Breton Farmers

The Nova Scotia government is investing in agriculture equipment to support Cape Breton farmers.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
CBRM rolling out six new accessible minibuses

CBRM is introducing six new accessible minibuses to improve transportation options in the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
OPINION: RCMP, not regional police should investigate property sale
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
IN PHOTO: Fortress of Louisbourg sandcastle uses Cape Breton coal

A creative artist reimagined the historic Fortress of Louisbourg as a sandcastle using unconventional Cape Breton materials.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
IN PHOTO: Fortress of Louisbourg sandcastle uses Cape Breton coal

A creative sandcastle recreation of the iconic Fortress of Louisbourg features a unique twist using local Cape Breton coal.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
OPINION: Flooding the answer to Donkin mine noise
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
Sidewalk Joy movement will be good for Nova Scotia

A grassroots Sidewalk Joy movement is gaining momentum as a positive initiative for Nova Scotia communities.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2026
NHRA rolls in for biggest event of season at Cape Breton Dragway | PNI Atlantic News

The NHRA brings its biggest seasonal event to Cape Breton Dragway for high-speed racing action.

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Canadian Hockey League · Sep 19, 2026
Opening Night Victory in Cape Breton

A local hockey team celebrates a winning start to their season.

CTV News · Sep 14, 2026
Cape Breton cleans up after flooding, washouts

Cape Breton residents and officials work to repair damage and restore communities following recent flooding and road washouts.

CTV News · Sep 11, 2026
‘Not legitimate’: Heat pump sales scam still ongoing in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Cape Breton residents are being warned about an ongoing heat pump sales scam targeting the regional municipality.