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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.

CTV News · Feb 12, 2026
Lifesaving supplies stuck in Halifax amid Cuba travel advisory

Humanitarian shipments face delays as travel restrictions affect delivery of medical aid to Cuba.

University of Waterloo · Feb 11, 2026
Silver Medal Lecture: Dr. Amy Scott
CTV News · Feb 11, 2026
‘Come As You Are’: Cape Breton performer to play Nirvana tribute show

A Cape Breton performer will bring a Nirvana tribute show to the stage.

BOAT International · Feb 10, 2026
$600k price drop on 37m Louisbourg yacht Touch

A 37-metre yacht based in Louisbourg has been reduced in price by $600,000.

CBC · Feb 10, 2026
Cape Breton family devastated by loss of home, 4 pets in fire

A Cape Breton family lost their home and four pets in a devastating fire.

CBC · Feb 9, 2026
Charity helps Cape Breton senior meet country star Johnny Reid

A Cape Breton senior's dream came true with help from a local charity when they got to meet country music star Johnny Reid.

Dignity Memorial · Feb 8, 2026
Herman Deveau Obituary - Inverness, NS
CTV News · Feb 7, 2026
Tourism operators in Cape Breton hope for more winter visitors

Cape Breton tourism operators are working to attract more visitors during the winter season.

Canadian Hockey League · Feb 6, 2026
Eagles & Mooseheads Go Back To Back In Halifax

The Eagles and Mooseheads face off in consecutive games in Halifax.

WorldAtlas · Feb 6, 2026
6 Most Eccentric Towns in The Maritimes

Discover six unique Maritime towns known for their quirky character and distinctive charm.

Parks Canada · Feb 6, 2026
Our interpretation - Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Discover how the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site brings history to life through its interpretation programs and experiences.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 6, 2026
HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY: Richmond-Beau Port blanks Inverness-Baddeck-Wagmatcook

Richmond-Beau Port shuts out Inverness-Baddeck-Wagmatcook in high school hockey action.

Country 103.5 · Feb 5, 2026
Cape Breton Radio Icon and Hockey Night in Canada Host Passes Away

Cape Breton loses a beloved radio personality and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster.

Dignity Memorial · Feb 5, 2026
Neil Gillis Obituary - Inverness, NS
989 XFM · Feb 4, 2026
Nova Scotia’s Acadian Federation Executive Director calls Recommendation by Electoral Boundaries Commission to Divide Inverness Provincial Constituency into Two new Districts a Good Decision

Nova Scotia's Acadian Federation Executive Director supports the Electoral Boundaries Commission's plan to divide Inverness Provincial Constituency into two new districts.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 3, 2026
Who planted the grenade? Owner of Cape Breton business targeted wants answers

A Cape Breton business owner is seeking answers after a grenade was planted at their property.

National Geographic · Feb 3, 2026
Ski and surf at this Canada's most easterly winter sports resort

Canada's most easterly winter sports resort offers both skiing and surfing opportunities for adventure seekers.

Government of Nova Scotia · Feb 3, 2026
Economics and Statistics
PNI Atlantic News · Feb 3, 2026
Riverview, Cape Breton Highlands-NDA-Cabot get high school hockey wins | PNI Atlantic News

Local high school hockey teams Riverview and Cape Breton Highlands-NDA-Cabot both secured victories in recent competition.

Penticton Herald · Feb 2, 2026
Chéticamp to get new riding while adjusting for an Inverness-We’koqma’q boundary

Chéticamp is set to receive a new riding as part of boundary adjustments involving Inverness-We'koqma'q.

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Canadian Hockey League · Jun 5, 2026
Eagles acquire Beckman, Gosselin, Lefebvre from the Chicoutimi Saguenéens

The Eagles have made a significant trade, acquiring three players—Beckman, Gosselin, and Lefebvre—from the Chicoutimi Saguenéens.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 9, 2026
HARNESS RACING: Hugh Heff wins thriller at Cape Breton's Northside Downs

Hugh Heff claims victory in an exciting harness racing competition at Northside Downs.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 23, 2026
Progressive Conservatives win Cape Breton's new riding in byelection

Progressive Conservatives have won the byelection for Cape Breton's new riding.