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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.

CBC · Nov 16, 2021
Hiker rescued from trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park

A hiker was rescued from a trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

Dignity Memorial · Nov 14, 2021
Donald MacIsaac Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Nov 9, 2021
Visitors still forging own paths on popular Cape Breton trail despite warnings

Hikers are creating unauthorized shortcuts on a popular Cape Breton trail despite safety warnings from officials.

CBC · Nov 3, 2021
100 cannonballs at Fortress of Louisbourg might contain gunpowder, but will be safely detonated

Archaeologists at Fortress of Louisbourg are carefully detonating 100 potentially explosive cannonballs discovered at the historic site.

CBC · Nov 2, 2021
N.S. snow plan ices out part of Inverness County road

A portion of an Inverness County road has been excluded from Nova Scotia's snow removal plan.

Global News · Nov 2, 2021
Military helping to remove 18th century cannonballs from Fortress of Louisbourg

Military personnel are assisting with the removal of 18th century cannonballs from the historic Fortress of Louisbourg.

TheGATE.ca · Sep 29, 2021
Falling in love with the Cape Breton Highlands | Powell’s Travels

A travel writer shares what makes the Cape Breton Highlands a destination worth visiting.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 17, 2021
Film examines inspiring run around Cape Breton's Cabot Trail

A new film documents an inspiring journey around Cape Breton's famous Cabot Trail.

Dignity Memorial · Sep 10, 2021
Lorenzo Dredge Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Sep 10, 2021
Drones illegally flying around Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Unauthorized drone activity is raising concerns at Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

CBC · Sep 10, 2021
Drones illegally flying around Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Unauthorized drone activity is raising concerns in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 27, 2021
Atlantic Canada’s first gondola lift opens on Cape Breton’s famed Cabot Trail

Experience Atlantic Canada's first gondola lift, now open on the scenic Cabot Trail.

TheGATE.ca · Aug 18, 2021
Planning the perfect Nova Scotian trip, from Halifax to Cape Breton | Powell’s Travels

Discover travel tips and insights for planning a Nova Scotia adventure that spans from Halifax to Cape Breton.

FASHION Magazine · Aug 18, 2021
What to Do, See and Eat on Nova Scotia’s Cabot Trail

Discover dining, attractions, and activities along Nova Scotia's scenic Cabot Trail.

todayville.com · Aug 17, 2021
Gerry Feehan explores Cape Breton Island
CBC · Aug 13, 2021
N.S. woman airlifted to hospital after suspected shark bite

A Nova Scotia woman was airlifted to hospital following a suspected shark bite incident.

National Parks Traveler · Aug 11, 2021
Cycling Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Explore scenic cycling routes through Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

National Parks Traveler · Aug 11, 2021
Cycling Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Discover cycling routes and trails through Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 9, 2021
James MacFarlane Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Aug 9, 2021
Young girl's remains reveal the day-to-day struggle at Fortress of Louisbourg

Archaeologists uncover insights into daily life at Fortress of Louisbourg through the remains of a young girl.

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CTV News · Jun 2, 2026
Transit Cape Breton launching mobile payment app this month

Transit Cape Breton is making it easier to pay for bus fares with a new mobile payment app arriving this month.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 3, 2026
‘A part of the Trans-Canada Highway’: How a union challenge is putting Marine Atlantic's essential status at risk

A union challenge to Marine Atlantic's essential service designation could impact the ferry's role as a key transportation link.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton police charge man with robbing NSLC store with bear spray

A Cape Breton man has been charged after police say he robbed an NSLC store using bear spray.