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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 · Jun 29, 2026
Louisbourg-area residents concerned Fiona deadfall could pose wildfire risk

Residents in the Louisbourg area worry that debris left behind by Hurricane Fiona could increase wildfire danger in the region.

CTV News · Jun 29, 2026
Louisbourg-area residents concerned Fiona deadfall could pose wildfire risk

Louisbourg residents worry that fallen trees left behind by Hurricane Fiona could increase wildfire danger in the area.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Cape Breton Prom 2026: Breton Education Centre
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Planned power outage in Cape Breton's Sydney River area set for early Wednesday

Residents in Sydney River should prepare for an early Wednesday power outage as Nova Scotia Power conducts planned maintenance in the area.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Cape Breton prom 2026: Glace Bay High School
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Eskasoni kicks off Cape Breton powwow season

Eskasoni First Nation launches the 2024 Cape Breton powwow season with celebrations of Indigenous culture and tradition.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Cultural mingling breaks down barriers, supports friendships in Cape Breton

Cultural events and exchanges in Cape Breton are bringing people together and fostering meaningful friendships across communities.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Paddling to the past: Building birchbark canoe brings history to life for First Nation youth in Cape Breton

First Nation youth in Cape Breton are learning traditional skills by building a birchbark canoe that connects them to their heritage.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Music, food, fireworks highlight Cape Breton Canada Day celebrations

Cape Breton is celebrating Canada Day with live music, food, and fireworks across the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Music, food, fireworks highlight Cape Breton Canada Day celebrations

Cape Breton is gearing up for Canada Day with live music, local food, and fireworks.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
Former Cape Breton high school teacher accused of harassing female student
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
HARNESS RACING: Ranked Contender best at Cape Breton's Northside Downs

A ranked harness racing contender takes the top spot at Cape Breton's Northside Downs.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 29, 2026
European capacity: Cape Breton Eagles won’t make selections at Canadian Hockey League Import Draft on Tuesday

The Cape Breton Eagles will skip their turn at the upcoming Canadian Hockey League Import Draft due to European capacity constraints.

Your South Shore · Jun 29, 2026
Where’s the beef? New Cape Breton facility keeps meat processing local

A new meat processing facility in Cape Breton is helping keep the region's beef production local.

Your Quad Counties · Jun 29, 2026
Where’s the beef? New Cape Breton facility keeps meat processing local

A new meat processing facility in Cape Breton is bringing food production back to the local community.

Penticton Herald · Jun 29, 2026
Steps taken to grow authentic Mi'kmaw tourism across Unama'ki

Discover how Cape Breton is developing authentic Mi'kmaw tourism experiences across the island.

Penticton Herald · Jun 29, 2026
Steps taken to grow authentic Mi'kmaw tourism across Unama'ki

Tourism operators and cultural leaders are taking steps to develop authentic Mi'kmaw tourism experiences across Cape Breton Island.

The Spec · Jun 29, 2026
Steps taken to grow authentic Mi’kmaw tourism across Unama’ki

Local leaders are working to expand authentic Mi'kmaw tourism experiences throughout Cape Breton Island.

Penticton Herald · Jun 29, 2026
Membertou woman hopes to harness the power of publishing for Mi'kmaq writers

A Membertou woman is working to create publishing opportunities for Mi'kmaq writers.

Yahoo News Canada · Jun 29, 2026
Fallen trees from past storm heighten wildfire unease in Cape Breton

Fallen trees left by recent storms are raising wildfire concerns for Cape Breton residents and officials.

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CP24 · Sep 5, 2026
State of emergency declared over flooding in Cape Breton, thousands without power in N.S.

A state of emergency has been declared in Cape Breton due to flooding, with thousands of Nova Scotians left without power.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 30, 2026
GoFundMe started for Sydney family displaced by fire

A Sydney family displaced by fire is receiving community support through a GoFundMe campaign.

ca.news.yahoo.com · Sep 6, 2026
Why this man is rebuilding the Fortress of Louisbourg, pixel by pixel

A Cape Breton man is painstakingly recreating the historic Fortress of Louisbourg in digital form, one pixel at a time.