The province is altering rules around dart and pool leagues days after establishments that host dart leagues were told all league play was suspended.

Recreational dart players were surprised to learn this week that leagues have been suspended across Nova Scotia.

At least two dogs in Cape Breton have been recently diagnosed with parvovirus a highly contagious illness that can be deadly if not caught early. Parvovirustypically affects puppies and youngdogs by attacking their gastrointestinal system.

Plans for a traditional Celtic Colours festival had been in place, but COVID-19 sent organizers looking for an alternative.

As Cape Breton University moves to online-only classes this fall because of COVID-19, the university isn't expected to see its usual influx of international students, which is sparking concerns about what this will mean for the local economy.

Some Cape Breton University students are questioning the effectiveness of online learning and whether they will be charged fees for services they can't use now that classes will only be offered virtually this fall.

Cape Breton University will be offering all of its classes online this fall, making it the first Nova Scotia university to announce a full move to virtual learning amid COVID-19.