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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.

The Western Producer · Jul 17, 2026
Cape Breton gets beef slaughter capacity

Cape Breton gains new beef slaughter capacity, supporting local livestock industry.

Canadian Cattlemen · Jul 17, 2026
Cape Breton gets beef slaughter capacity

Cape Breton has gained new beef slaughter capacity, marking a development for the region's cattle industry.

Grainews · Jul 17, 2026
Cape Breton gets beef slaughter capacity

Cape Breton has expanded its beef processing infrastructure with new slaughter capacity.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 17, 2026
Hundreds attend Plummer Avenue Day during Coal Dust Days in New Waterford

Hundreds of residents and visitors gathered for Plummer Avenue Day, a highlight of New Waterford's Coal Dust Days celebration.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 17, 2026
Gas, diesel up in Nova Scotia again | PNI Atlantic News
W. J. Dooley Funeral Service Ltd. · Jul 17, 2026
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PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Province nixes Destination Cape Breton's proposed reopening of Port Hastings tourist information centre

The province has rejected a plan to reopen the Port Hastings tourist information centre.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Only Falafels: New Cape Breton takeout restaurant set to focus on 'one thing, done right' | PNI Atlantic News

A new Cape Breton takeout restaurant is opening with a focus on doing one thing exceptionally well: falafel.

CTV News · Jul 16, 2026
Suspected Cape Breton arson incidents under investigation: N.S. RCMP

RCMP are investigating multiple suspected arson incidents in Cape Breton.

CTV News · Jul 16, 2026
Suspected Cape Breton arson incidents under investigation: N.S. RCMP

RCMP are investigating suspected arson incidents in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
PHOTO: There's never a bad day for golf in Cape Breton | PNI Atlantic News

Cape Breton's golf courses offer scenic play in all kinds of weather.

frequencynews.ca · Jul 16, 2026
Grand opening for Baddeck boardwalk to be held today

Baddeck's new boardwalk officially opens today.

Your South Shore · Jul 16, 2026
Two suspicious fires in Inverness Co. under investigation, says RCMP

RCMP is investigating two suspicious fires that occurred in Inverness County.

Your Quad Counties · Jul 16, 2026
Isabella Samson: The Cape Breton Songwriter Turning Life's Honest Moments into Beautiful Music

Meet Isabella Samson, a Cape Breton songwriter who transforms personal moments into compelling music.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Police investigating two suspicious fires at Cape Breton homes

Police are investigating two suspicious fires that occurred at Cape Breton homes.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Nova Scotia film industry surging in wake of films like Little Lorraine

Nova Scotia's film industry is experiencing growth following the success of productions like Little Lorraine.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Cape Breton’s Eyking Brothers Farms receives funding from province

Eyking Brothers Farms in Cape Breton has received provincial funding support.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Cape Breton business gets provincial funding for accessibility project

A Cape Breton business has received provincial funding to improve accessibility for customers and employees.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
Cape Breton Local Immigration Partnership opens nominations for 2026 Welcoming Spirit Awards

Cape Breton Local Immigration Partnership is accepting nominations for its 2026 Welcoming Spirit Awards, recognizing community contributions to immigration.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 16, 2026
IN PHOTO: Roadwork on Cape Breton's Cabot Trail

Updates on roadwork projects affecting travel on the scenic Cabot Trail.

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PNI Atlantic News · Sep 15, 2026
Cape Breton Screaming Eagles goaltender Marc-André Fleury to be inducted into QMJHL Hall of Fame

Marc-André Fleury, legendary goaltender for the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles, has been selected for induction into the QMJHL Hall of Fame.

650 CKOM · Sep 8, 2026
Cape Breton schools, government offices closed in flooding aftermath

Schools and government offices across Cape Breton remain closed as the region deals with flooding aftermath.

CityNews Halifax · Sep 8, 2026
Are schools in Cape Breton open due to flooding?

Check whether Cape Breton schools are operating normally or closed as flooding impacts the region.