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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 11, 2026
Two Cape Breton candidates to vie for council seat in upcoming Victoria County byelection

Two candidates from Cape Breton are competing for a Victoria County council seat in an upcoming byelection.

PNI Atlantic News · May 10, 2026
Cape Breton police charge man with arson following series of fires in North Sydney

Police have charged a man with arson following multiple fires in North Sydney.

unpublished.ca · May 10, 2026
How a $500M Cape Breton drug bust helped inspire the film Little Lorraine

A major Cape Breton drug bust worth $500 million inspired the film Little Lorraine.

GuruFocus · May 10, 2026
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CBC · May 10, 2026
How a $500M Cape Breton drug bust helped inspire the film Little Lorraine

A major Cape Breton drug bust worth $500 million inspired the new film Little Lorraine.

Yahoo News Canada · May 10, 2026
How a $500M Cape Breton drug bust helped inspire the film Little Lorraine

A major drug bust in Cape Breton inspired the new film Little Lorraine.

Yahoo News Canada · May 10, 2026
How a $500M Cape Breton drug bust helped inspire the film Little Lorraine

A massive drug bust in Cape Breton inspired the new film Little Lorraine.

CTV News · May 9, 2026
Hantavirus outbreak sparks concern among cruise passengers in Canada
Penticton Herald · May 9, 2026
'They are more than statistics': Red Dress Day marked in Cape Breton

Cape Breton communities come together to honor missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls on Red Dress Day.

The Spec · May 9, 2026
‘They are more than statistics’: Red Dress Day marked in Cape Breton

Cape Breton communities honored Red Dress Day to remember missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

MSN · May 9, 2026
Hike the Most Beautiful Trail on Cape Breton Island

Discover one of Cape Breton Island's most scenic hiking trails and experience the natural beauty the region is known for.

MSN · May 9, 2026
Canada's gateway to Cape Breton Highlands National Park is a scenic town with coastal hotel stays and camping

Discover a scenic coastal town that serves as the perfect base for exploring Cape Breton Highlands National Park, offering hotels and camping options.

WeatherBug · May 8, 2026
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CBC · May 8, 2026
Electrifying the Harbour Hopper? Major Atlantic Canadian tour operator preparing for busy season

A major Atlantic Canadian tour operator is preparing to electrify its popular harbour tour service as it gears up for the busy season ahead.

PNI Atlantic News · May 8, 2026
Cape Breton traffic stop leads to seizure of illegal tobacco and cash

A Cape Breton traffic stop resulted in the seizure of illegal tobacco and cash.

CBC · May 8, 2026
Atlantic Canada's largest sightseeing tour company gearing up for busy season

Atlantic Canada's largest sightseeing tour company is preparing for an increase in visitors this season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 8, 2026
PATRICK MCNEIL: Cream of the crop remaining in Q final
PNI Atlantic News · May 8, 2026
Celebrating the work of the Port Morien Wildlife Association

Learn about the Port Morien Wildlife Association's conservation efforts and impact on the local community.

Your Quad Counties · May 8, 2026
Brett Mathews: Cape Breton’s rising voice is making waves across Canada

A Cape Breton rising voice is making an impact across Canada.

PNI Atlantic News · May 8, 2026
Mining, history and mystery: Lamplight Gala to raise funds for Cape Breton Miners Museum

The Lamplight Gala combines mining heritage and mystery to support the Cape Breton Miners Museum.

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Your South Shore · Jun 5, 2026
Police looking for witness after crash kills man, 20, on Cabot Trail

Police are seeking witnesses to a fatal crash on the Cabot Trail that killed a 20-year-old man.

The Spec · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Cape Breton business leaders are exploring whether reviving a dormant rail line could be economically viable.

PNI Atlantic News · May 29, 2026
Shelburne County fisherman summoned to appear in Cape Breton courtroom

A Shelburne County fisherman has been summoned to appear in court in Cape Breton.