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News from around Cape Breton

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.

FloHockey · Jun 27, 2026
2027 Gatineau Olympiques vs Cape Breton Eagles
FloHockey · Jun 27, 2026
How to Watch: 2026 Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles | Hockey

The Cape Breton Eagles face off against the Halifax Mooseheads in this upcoming hockey matchup.

FloHockey · Jun 26, 2026
How to Watch: 2026 Charlottetown Islanders vs Cape Breton Eagles | Hockey

Find out how to catch the Cape Breton Eagles taking on the Charlottetown Islanders in 2026 hockey action.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
COMMENTARY: Commercial fishery uneasy about government plans

Commercial fishery operators are expressing concerns over proposed government plans that could affect their industry.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
LETTER: What our roads say about Cape Breton Island

A letter explores what the condition and character of Cape Breton's roads reveals about the island.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
LETTER: Employers have important role in keeping new workers safe this summer

Employers are being urged to prioritize safety measures for new workers during the busy summer season.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
COMMENTARY: Premier launching opportunities and challenges tour

The Premier is embarking on a tour to highlight both opportunities and challenges across the region.

FloHockey · Jun 26, 2026
2026 Charlottetown Islanders vs Cape Breton Eagles
FloHockey · Jun 26, 2026
2026 Halifax Mooseheads vs Cape Breton Eagles

Watch the Halifax Mooseheads take on the Cape Breton Eagles in 2026.

CBC · Jun 26, 2026
N.S. RCMP lay human trafficking, other charges against rural Cape Breton couple

Nova Scotia RCMP have charged a Cape Breton couple with human trafficking and other offences.

Government of Nova Scotia · Jun 26, 2026
New Beef Processing Facility in Cape Breton Expands Provincial Capacity

A new beef processing facility opens in Cape Breton, boosting the province's food production capacity.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
Cape Breton Community Calendar events for June 27-July 3, 2025

Discover what's happening across Cape Breton during the last week of June and first few days of July.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
Cape Breton man pleads not guilty to operating taxi without CBRM licence
CBC · Jun 26, 2026
Chamber of commerce gives CBRM middling grade on business friendliness

The Cape Breton Regional Municipality receives mixed marks from the local chamber of commerce on how business-friendly it is.

Tourism Nova Scotia blog · Jun 26, 2026
Nova Scotia’s Digby Scallops: A Taste of the Scallop Capital of the World

Taste world-famous Digby scallops in Nova Scotia, where fresh seafood, coastal charm, and Bay of Fundy flavours take centre stage.

989 XFM · Jun 26, 2026
RCMP in Inverness County Charge a Man with Multiple Counts including Sex Trafficking

Local RCMP have charged a man in Inverness County with multiple counts including sex trafficking.

Tourism Nova Scotia blog · Jun 26, 2026
Delicious Fall Escape to Digby & Islands: Scallop Capital of the World

Set your sights on Digby for fall adventures along the Bay of Fundy coast. Famed for their succulent ‘Digby Scallops,’ the area holds the title of ‘Scallop Capital of the World.’

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders named Atlantic Business Top CEOs

Cape Breton business leaders have been recognized among Atlantic Canada's top CEOs.

frequencynews.ca · Jun 26, 2026
Two new e-bikes for Cape Breton Regional Police

Cape Breton Regional Police have added two new e-bikes to their fleet.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 26, 2026
Richmond wilderness expanded with new protected land in Cape Breton

Cape Breton's Richmond area gains additional protected wilderness land.

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CTV News · Aug 23, 2026
‘A feeling of nostalgia’: Cape Breton Farmers Exhibition returns for 110th year

The Cape Breton Farmers Exhibition celebrates its 110th year, bringing back the traditions and memories visitors cherish.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 28, 2026
QMJHL: What you need to know about the Cape Breton Eagles main training camp

Learn what to expect at the Cape Breton Eagles main training camp this season.

Philippine Canadian Inquirer · Sep 8, 2026
Cape Breton storm leaves communities cut off as roads buckle under record rain

A powerful storm has left Cape Breton communities isolated and damaged roads after record rainfall buckled infrastructure across the region.