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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 · Feb 24, 2021
Cabot Trail livestock barn razed by fire

A livestock barn along the Cabot Trail was destroyed in a fire.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 22, 2021
Inverary Resort rebuild on schedule in Baddeck

The Inverary Resort rebuild in Baddeck is progressing on schedule.

National Geographic · Feb 17, 2021
Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia is Canada's Best Kept Secret

Discover why Cape Breton Island is being called Canada's best kept secret.

National Geographic · Feb 17, 2021
Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia is Canada's Best Kept Secret

Discover why National Geographic considers Cape Breton Island one of Canada's best kept secrets.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 12, 2021
Baddeck non-profit hub seeks social wellness centre

A Baddeck non-profit organization is working to establish a social wellness centre in the community.

Dignity Memorial · Feb 4, 2021
Raymond Deagle Obituary - Inverness, NS
Dignity Memorial · Jan 30, 2021
Kevin Kennedy Obituary - Inverness, NS
PNI Atlantic News · Jan 19, 2021
Organizers forced to cancel Cabot Trail Relay Race for second straight year due to COVID-19 pandemic

The Cabot Trail Relay Race has been cancelled for the second consecutive year as organizers respond to ongoing pandemic concerns.

CBC · Jan 13, 2021
Calls renewed to lower speed limit on Highway 105 outside Baddeck

Safety advocates are pushing again for a speed limit reduction on Highway 105 near Baddeck.

PNI Atlantic News · Jan 13, 2021
Construction of luxury villas underway in Inverness | PNI Atlantic News

Luxury villa construction is moving forward in Inverness, bringing new upscale accommodations to the Cape Breton community.

The Globe and Mail · Dec 24, 2020
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CBC · Dec 15, 2020
Century-old Baddeck wharf getting new lease on life

A historic wharf in Baddeck is undergoing restoration to preserve this cherished waterfront landmark.

CBC · Dec 14, 2020
Emergency shelter in Cape Breton Highlands National Park gets satellite phone

An emergency shelter in Cape Breton Highlands National Park now has a satellite phone to improve communication during rescue operations.

PNI Atlantic News · Dec 7, 2020
Cape Breton Highlands Academy Huskies win soccer title

Cape Breton Highlands Academy's Huskies captured the soccer title.

PNI Atlantic News · Dec 4, 2020
Baddeck legion makes donation
Nova Scotia Advocate · Dec 3, 2020
Proposed clearcut in Cape Breton threatens endangered martens’ habitat, local naturalist fears

A proposed clearcut in Cape Breton has raised concerns about its potential impact on the habitat of endangered martens.

Dignity Memorial · Dec 1, 2020
Ronald MacDonnell Obituary - Inverness, NS
Dignity Memorial · Nov 17, 2020
Michelle MacArthur Obituary - Inverness, NS
Statistique Canada · Nov 12, 2020
Focus on Geography Series, 2016 Census - Census division of Inverness, CTY (Nova Scotia)
Dignity Memorial · Nov 2, 2020
Malcolm MacKay Obituary - Inverness, NS

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PNI Atlantic News · May 29, 2026
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Gas and diesel prices are dropping in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.

AD HOC NEWS · Jun 2, 2026
Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia: Why the Lighthouse Endures

Discover what makes Peggy's Cove's iconic lighthouse one of Nova Scotia's most enduring landmarks.

CBC · Jun 11, 2026
Cape Breton woman with vision loss calls for reliable accessibility at Sydney cinema

A Cape Breton woman with vision loss is advocating for consistent accessibility standards at a local Sydney cinema.