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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.

Canadian Running Magazine · Feb 3, 2019
70 Cabot Trail Relay teams announced

Seventy teams are set to compete in the Cabot Trail Relay.

RideApart.com · Feb 3, 2019
Cape Breton Island's Cabot Trail Is An Epic Ride

Experience one of the world's most scenic motorcycle routes along Cape Breton Island's legendary Cabot Trail.

canada.ca · Jan 14, 2019
Transforming Sherbrooke into a tourism gateway

Sherbrooke is being developed as a key tourism gateway for the region.

CBC · Jan 11, 2019
Cape Breton cousins playing pro sports in China

Two Cape Breton cousins are competing as professional athletes in China.

PNI Atlantic News · Dec 26, 2018
Annual bird counts held in Cape Breton Highlands

Bird enthusiasts gather for annual counts in Cape Breton Highlands, contributing to important wildlife monitoring efforts.

CBC · Dec 22, 2018
Road reopens in Cape Breton Highlands National Park after snow closure

A Cape Breton Highlands National Park road has reopened following a winter weather closure.

PNI Atlantic News · Dec 22, 2018
Towering drifts on Cabot Trail cleared

Snow removal crews have cleared towering drifts from the Cabot Trail following winter weather.

PNI Atlantic News · Dec 19, 2018
Lingering fallout from Inverary Resort fire in Baddeck

The Inverary Resort fire in Baddeck continues to have ongoing impacts on the community.

canada.ca · Dec 18, 2018
Ship Hector Society looking to make waves in Nova Scotia tourism

The Ship Hector Society is working to boost Nova Scotia tourism through maritime heritage initiatives.

AccuWeather · Dec 16, 2018
Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Nova Scotia, Canada Weather Forecast
PNI Atlantic News · Dec 4, 2018
Louisbourg café moving to year-round service

A popular Louisbourg café is expanding its hours to serve visitors and locals throughout the entire year.

PNI Atlantic News · Nov 28, 2018
Waterfront creature heading to Louisbourg

A mysterious waterfront creature is making its way to the Louisbourg area.

CBC · Nov 23, 2018
Inverness County bookmobile shuts down after 'unexpected resignation'

Inverness County's bookmobile service has temporarily ceased operations following an unexpected staff resignation.

signalhfx.ca · Nov 22, 2018
What you need to know about the Cape Breton moose harvest

Learn about the regulations, timing, and requirements for the Cape Breton moose harvest season.

PNI Atlantic News · Nov 19, 2018
S&L Railway Museum is ‘family’ for young Louisbourg woman

A young Louisbourg woman shares her connection to the S&L Railway Museum and what makes it such a meaningful place in her life.

National Geographic · Nov 12, 2018
Nova Scotia's best road trip: lobsters and lighthouses

Discover iconic Nova Scotia landmarks and local seafood delicacies on a scenic coastal road trip.

CBC · Nov 8, 2018
4th moose cull underway in Cape Breton Highlands

Wildlife officials are conducting the fourth moose cull in Cape Breton Highlands as part of ongoing population management efforts.

AutoTrader.ca · Oct 22, 2018
Experiencing the Cabot Trail in a Porsche 911 Carrera

Take a high-performance sports car on one of Cape Breton's most scenic driving routes and discover why the Cabot Trail captivates automotive enthusiasts.

CBC · Oct 18, 2018
Fortress of Louisbourg mounts defence against climate change

Discover how Canada's largest historical reconstruction is tackling the environmental challenges threatening this iconic Cape Breton landmark.

CBC · Oct 18, 2018
Assessed value of Alexander Graham Bell's Baddeck estate drops slightly

The assessed value of Alexander Graham Bell's historic Baddeck estate has decreased in the latest property valuation.

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CBC · Jun 12, 2026
Voter apathy a concern in newly created Cape Breton riding

A newly created Cape Breton riding is grappling with low voter engagement as an election approaches.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 11, 2026
LETTER: Addressing online misinformation a challenge for local group
Yahoo News Canada · Jun 12, 2026
Reopened trail to popular Cape Breton waterfall lacks mobility access, leaving veteran disappointed

A newly reopened trail to a beloved Cape Breton waterfall has disappointed a veteran who found it inaccessible for people with mobility challenges.