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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.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 11, 2023
Margaret Ryan Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Aug 10, 2023
Heavy rains cause 'fairly severe' washouts along section of Cabot Trail

Heavy rains have caused significant washouts along a section of the Cabot Trail, affecting travel in the area.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 1, 2023
Russell Copley Obituary - Inverness, NS
PNI Atlantic News · Jul 24, 2023
Grill Hut and Robin's Donuts opening soon on Louisbourg Highway

Two popular food spots are coming to the Louisbourg Highway area.

Dignity Memorial · Jul 23, 2023
Trevor Evans Obituary - Inverness, NS
Niagara-on-the-Lake Local · Jul 16, 2023
Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, here we come - Niagara-on-the

Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, here we come Niagara-on-the-Lake Local

Dignity Memorial · Jul 9, 2023
Elizabeth Rose "Betty" MacKinnon Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Jul 5, 2023
County of Inverness launches bingo-based beach cleanup contest

Inverness County is turning beach cleanups into a game with a bingo-based contest that rewards participation.

Forest Haven Memorial Gardens · Jun 13, 2023
Gordon MacRae Obituary March 10, 2021
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 8, 2023
Replica British uniform from second siege of Louisbourg gets new home in Cape Breton

A replica British uniform from the second siege of Louisbourg has found a new home in Cape Breton, preserving an important piece of local military history.

asc-csa.gc.ca · Jun 2, 2023
Cape Breton Highlands of Nova Scotia with a Winter Coat of Snow - asc

Cape Breton Highlands of Nova Scotia with a Winter Coat of Snow asc-csa.gc.ca

Canadian Running Magazine · May 31, 2023
American team breaks Cabot Trail Relay course record

An American team has set a new course record on the Cabot Trail Relay.

CTV News · May 26, 2023
Cabot Trail relay race kicks off tourism season in Cape Breton

A relay race along the iconic Cabot Trail marks the start of Cape Breton's tourism season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 26, 2023
Nova Scotia man to compete in 30th consecutive Cabot Trail Relay in Cape Breton this weekend

A dedicated runner marks a remarkable milestone by participating in his 30th consecutive Cabot Trail Relay race this weekend.

Dignity Memorial · May 26, 2023
John Shane Moore Obituary - Inverness, NS
MooseJawToday.com · May 24, 2023
Ottawa announces plans to spend $6.3 million on Nova Scotia tourism projects

Federal funding of $6.3 million will support tourism projects across Nova Scotia.

Dignity Memorial · May 21, 2023
Brad MacArthur Obituary - Inverness, NS
Nova Scotia Community College | NSCC · May 17, 2023
Day in the life | Business - Tourism student
CTV News · May 3, 2023
Close call: Warning signs wanted for windy section of Cabot Trail

Safety advocates are pushing for better warning signs on a particularly windy stretch of the famous Cabot Trail.

Dignity Memorial · Apr 28, 2023
John Roddie MacRae Obituary - Inverness, NS

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Canadian Hockey League · Jun 9, 2026
Beckman and Berthiaume named to Team Canada camps - Cape Breton Eagles

Two Cape Breton Eagles players have been selected to attend Team Canada camps.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 24, 2026
TOM URBANIAK: What we learned from Cape Breton by-election

A political analyst breaks down the key takeaways from Cape Breton's recent by-election.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 22, 2026
Steps taken to grow authentic Mi'kmaw tourism across Unama'ki

Discover how Cape Breton is developing authentic Mi'kmaw tourism experiences across Unama'ki.