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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.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Jul 15, 2026
From Cape Breton to Antigonish, stages come alive this Summer

Stages across Cape Breton and Antigonish are hosting live performances throughout the summer season.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Jul 15, 2026
From Cape Breton to Antigonish, stages come alive this Summer

Live performances are heading to stages across Cape Breton and Antigonish this summer.

Dignity Memorial · Jul 15, 2026
John Lester MacDonald Obituary - Inverness, NS
Travel And Tour World · Jul 14, 2026
Ontario Orchestrates With Quebec, Nova Scotia and Canadian Provinces in Elbow Up Movement Impacting Cross Border Traffic, Now This June is Hopeful as There is a Gradual Increase to United States of America, But Mexico, Portugal, Japan, Italy and Franc

Ontario Orchestrates With Quebec, Nova Scotia and Canadian Provinces in Elbow Up Movement Impacting Cross Border Traffic, Now This June is Hopeful as There is a Gradual Increase to United States of America, But Mexico, Portugal, Japan, Italy and…

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 14, 2026
Donkin mine still drawing attention for safety violations, noise concerns

The Donkin mine continues to face scrutiny over safety violations and noise issues affecting the local community.

frequencynews.ca · Jul 14, 2026
Northern Cape Breton lobster fishermen troubled by weather for 2026 season

Northern Cape Breton lobster fishermen are facing weather challenges that could impact the upcoming 2026 season.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 14, 2026
Annual Highland Village summer concert celebrates 65 years

Highland Village's summer concert series marks 65 years of celebration this season.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 14, 2026
What needs to happen to incentivize a Cape Breton film industry? Experts weighs in

Experts discuss what steps could help develop a thriving film industry in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 14, 2026
Tatum, MacPherson and Shaw named athletes of the year at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy

Three athletes have been honored as athletes of the year at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 14, 2026
Tatum, MacPherson and Shaw named athletes of the year at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy

Three athletes were honored as athletes of the year at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 14, 2026
Cape Breton Senior Islanders take balanced approach into Eastern Canadian Baseball Championship in Ontario

Cape Breton Senior Islanders head to Ontario for the Eastern Canadian Baseball Championship with a balanced roster strategy.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Jul 14, 2026
Soccer Cape Breton Roundup: U15 Strait United Steelers closing in on Whitney Pier

U15 Strait United Steelers are making a strong push toward Whitney Pier in the latest soccer standings.

CTV News · Jul 14, 2026
Marine Atlantic ferry Blue Puttees remains stuck in ice off Cape Breton

The Marine Atlantic ferry Blue Puttees is still stuck in ice off Cape Breton's coast.

frequencynews.ca · Jul 13, 2026
Destination Cape Breton waiting to hear if they can operate Port Hastings VIC

Destination Cape Breton awaits a decision on whether it can take over operations of the Port Hastings visitor information centre.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Cape Breton seniors’ residences to receive energy-efficiency upgrades

Cape Breton seniors' residences are getting energy-efficiency upgrades to reduce costs and improve comfort.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
OPINION: Cape Breton equalization group offers to help Newfoundland

A Cape Breton equalization advocacy group extends support to Newfoundland in their shared pursuit of federal funding fairness.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
OPINION: Is CBRM council gambling with Cape Breton’s future?

A columnist questions whether CBRM council decisions are putting Cape Breton's future at risk.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Follow your fin-stincts: Nova Scotia beachgoers shouldn’t fear sharks, but should be smart in the ocean

Nova Scotia beachgoers can enjoy the ocean safely by understanding shark behavior and following smart ocean safety practices.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Living, learning centre in Baddeck celebrates milestone

A living and learning centre in Baddeck is marking an important milestone.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Destination Cape Breton proposes summer takeover of shuttered Port Hastings tourist information centre

Destination Cape Breton is proposing to reopen the shuttered Port Hastings tourist information centre during summer months.

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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.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 25, 2026
‘It could have been worse’: Eskasoni hit with brunt of flash flooding as heavy rain pummels Cape Breton

Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Eskasoni and across Cape Breton, though the community says the damage could have been worse.

CBC · Sep 8, 2026
Cape Breton salmon association using electrofishing to monitor Margaree River

The Cape Breton salmon association is using electrofishing technology to monitor fish populations in the Margaree River.