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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 11, 2026
Unexpected punchline puts this Mi'kmaw comic above the rest

A Mi'kmaw comic's surprising humor style sets them apart in the comedy scene.

Canadian Hockey League · Aug 11, 2026
Our 20’s – Cape Breton Eagles – LHJMQ
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 11, 2026
Cape Breton teen raises $20K after charity car show canned

A Cape Breton teen found an alternative way to raise $20,000 after a planned charity car show fell through.

Your Quad Counties · Aug 11, 2026
Win passes to the Festival Of Cape Breton Fiddling

Enter for a chance to win passes to the Festival Of Cape Breton Fiddling.

saltwire.com · Aug 11, 2026
West Mabou Beach battle inspires poll revealing public's opposition to private development in N.S. parks

A recent poll shows Nova Scotians overwhelmingly oppose private development in provincial parks, prompted by a dispute over West Mabou Beach.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 11, 2026
Sydney Credit Union development sets date for grand opening

Sydney Credit Union's new development is preparing to open its doors to the public.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 11, 2026
Kody Quinn impresses in mini stock showcase at Cape Breton’s Bud’s Speedway

Local driver Kody Quinn delivers an impressive performance in the mini stock showcase at Bud's Speedway.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 11, 2026
From first pitch to final out: Canadian Little League Championship a grand slam success in Cape Breton

Cape Breton hosted a successful Canadian Little League Championship that drew teams from across the country.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 11, 2026
Ex-Cape Breton Eagles find new homes; Cape Breton Sports In Brief for Aug. 11, 2026

Former Cape Breton Eagles players have found new teams to play for.

CBC · Aug 11, 2026
Gaelic College language course in Mabou not being offered in 2026

Gaelic College's language course in Mabou will not be offered in 2026.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 11, 2026
Sydney woman makes Miss Universe Canada 2026 finals

A Sydney woman has advanced to the finals of Miss Universe Canada 2026.

W. J. Dooley Funeral Service Ltd. · Aug 11, 2026
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SnowBrains · Aug 11, 2026
Cape Smokey Begins Major Expansion to Become One of Atlantic Canada’s Biggest Ski Areas

Cape Smokey is undergoing a major expansion to become one of Atlantic Canada's largest ski areas.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 10, 2026
White shark Bella pings near Mabou on Monday evening

A tracked white shark pinged near Mabou on Monday evening.

CTV News · Aug 10, 2026
Cape Breton improving transit accessibility

Cape Breton is taking steps to make public transit more accessible to residents and visitors.

CTV News · Aug 10, 2026
Cape Breton improving transit accessibility

Cape Breton is making improvements to make its transit system more accessible to residents and visitors.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 10, 2026
QMJHL: Cape Breton Eagles invite Harvard University commit to training camp

Cape Breton Eagles are inviting a Harvard University commit to their training camp.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 10, 2026
Semifinal games confirmed at Canadian Little League Championship in Cape Breton

Young baseball players will compete in semifinal matchups at the Canadian Little League Championship taking place in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 10, 2026
PHOTO: Cape Breton business torn down months after fire

A Cape Breton business has been demolished months after being destroyed by fire.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 10, 2026
GWYNNE DYER: Why medical science is both the biggest winner and loser in the AI boom

Medical science faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant risks as artificial intelligence transforms the field.

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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.

CBC · Sep 1, 2026
Tennis helping some newcomers in Cape Breton find community

Tennis is bringing newcomers to Cape Breton together and helping them build connections in their new community.

CBC · Sep 13, 2026
U.S. alcohol ban threatens Cape Breton distillery, but winemakers look local

A U.S. alcohol ban is creating challenges for local distilleries, while Cape Breton winemakers are turning to domestic markets.