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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 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Business leaders are exploring whether a dormant rail line can be revived in Cape Breton, examining the economic feasibility of the ambitious project.

Seek Your Sounds · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Cape Breton business leaders are exploring whether reviving a dormant rail line could be economically viable for the region.

Yahoo News UK · Jun 9, 2026
North Sydney's 'Flash' immortalized in Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame

A local sports legend known as 'Flash' has been honored with an induction into the Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame.

CBC · Jun 9, 2026
North Sydney's 'Flash' immortalized in Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame

A North Sydney sports legend known as 'Flash' has been inducted into the Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame.

CityNews Halifax · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Cape Breton business leaders explore the possibility of reopening a dormant rail line, but face questions about whether the project is financially viable.

The Spec · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Cape Breton business leaders are exploring whether reviving a dormant rail line could be economically viable.

Toronto Star · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Cape Breton business leaders are exploring whether reviving a dormant rail line could be economically viable for the region.

thecanadianpressnews.ca · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of rail revival

Business leaders in Cape Breton are exploring possibilities to revive rail service in the region.

Yahoo News Canada · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of rail revival

Cape Breton business leaders are exploring the possibility of reviving rail service to the region.

CTV News · Jun 8, 2026
Rising costs continue to challenge Nova Scotia restaurants despite tourism growth

Nova Scotia restaurants are struggling with rising costs even as tourism numbers grow in the province.

CTV News · Jun 8, 2026
Rising costs continue to challenge Nova Scotia restaurants despite tourism growth

Restaurant owners across Nova Scotia are grappling with rising costs even as tourism numbers increase.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 8, 2026
Cape Breton police charge man with robbing NSLC store with bear spray

Police in Cape Breton have charged a man in connection with an armed robbery at an NSLC store involving bear spray.

Yahoo News Canada · Jun 8, 2026
Provincial budget cuts a common issue in new Cape Breton electoral district

Residents in Cape Breton's new electoral district are raising concerns about provincial budget cuts as a key election issue.

CBC · Jun 8, 2026
Provincial budget cuts a common issue in new Cape Breton electoral district

Local residents are raising concerns about provincial budget cuts as the new Cape Breton electoral district takes shape.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 8, 2026
Two-run home run: Cape Breton baseball fields earn funding from Jays Care Foundation initiative

Cape Breton baseball fields receive funding support through the Jays Care Foundation initiative.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 8, 2026
Family influences help Cape Breton graduate of Canadian Coast Guard Academy fulfil lifelong nautical dream

A Cape Breton graduate of the Canadian Coast Guard Academy shares how family influenced their pursuit of a lifelong nautical career.

fernandovasconcelos.com · Jun 8, 2026
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PNI Atlantic News · Jun 7, 2026
Cape Breton’s Ryan Rozicki released from England hospital after vicious fight with Chris Billam-Smith

Local boxer Ryan Rozicki has been released from an English hospital following an intense fight with Chris Billam-Smith.

Standardbred Canada · Jun 7, 2026
Mappos Lion Extends Win Streak At Inverness
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 7, 2026
Long-term care workers to vote on contract offer that would end strike in Nova Scotia

Long-term care workers in Nova Scotia will vote on a new contract offer that could end the ongoing strike.

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CBC · Jun 8, 2026
Provincial budget cuts a common issue in new Cape Breton electoral district

Local residents are raising concerns about provincial budget cuts as the new Cape Breton electoral district takes shape.

CTV News · Jun 17, 2026
Seven accused of illegally catching gaspereau near fish ladder in Cape Breton

Seven people have been charged with illegally catching gaspereau near a fish ladder in Cape Breton.

We Were Liars Filming Locations in Nova Scotia
Tourism Nova Scotia blog · May 27, 2026
We Were Liars Filming Locations in Nova Scotia

If you were hooked on the twists and moody coastal vibes of We Were Liars, you might be surprised to learn that “Martha’s Vineyard” is actually right here in Nova Scotia. From postcard-perfect seaside towns to rugged Atlantic shorelines, here’s a quick guide to some of the real places behind the…