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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.

PNI Atlantic News · Oct 16, 2018
Sweetwater Maiden story shared with visitors to Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Discover the legend of Sweetwater Maiden, a story now being shared with visitors exploring Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

CBC · Oct 13, 2018
Skyline trail reopens after closing due to aggressive moose

Skyline Trail has reopened following a temporary closure prompted by aggressive moose activity in the area.

CBC · Oct 9, 2018
Pair hike the road (a lot) less travelled from Louisbourg to Gabarus in hopes of reviving it

Two hikers tackle an abandoned route between Louisbourg and Gabarus to bring attention to its potential restoration.

CBC · Oct 7, 2018
'Aggressive moose behaviour' shuts down trail at Cape Breton Highlands park

A trail at Cape Breton Highlands park has been closed due to aggressive moose behaviour.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 28, 2018
Ghost road: Travelling the Louisbourg-Gabarus Road of Cape Breton Island

Discover the history and intrigue of Cape Breton's abandoned Louisbourg-Gabarus Road, a journey into the island's mysterious past.

CBC · Sep 12, 2018
Inverness County wants you to see this waterfall — without needing to be rescued

Inverness County is urging visitors to explore a local waterfall safely to avoid rescue operations.

Dignity Memorial · Sep 9, 2018
Wayne MacDonald Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Aug 29, 2018
Cape Breton inn sues insurance companies after devastating fire

A Cape Breton inn is taking legal action against insurance companies following a devastating fire at the property.

CBC · Aug 25, 2018
Students unearth 300-year-old human remains near Louisbourg

Students discover human remains dating back 300 years during excavation near the historic Louisbourg site.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 21, 2018
Louisbourg café has community connections

A local Louisbourg café is making its mark as a community gathering place.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 20, 2018
Fortress of Louisbourg dig unearths human history

Archaeologists at Fortress of Louisbourg continue to uncover artifacts that reveal new insights into the site's complex past.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 20, 2018
Dinner with a history lesson at Fortress Louisbourg

Experience an evening of dining paired with historical storytelling at Fortress Louisbourg.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 19, 2018
Ghost hunters bring excitement, stories to Louisbourg sleepover

Ghost hunters share tales and thrills during an overnight stay at historic Louisbourg.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 18, 2018
Shark derby lands in Louisbourg

A shark derby is coming to Louisbourg, offering excitement for fishing enthusiasts and visitors to this historic coastal community.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2018
Louisbourg Playhouse has been consistently busy over its 24-year history

The Louisbourg Playhouse celebrates two decades of steady popularity in the community.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 3, 2018
Roadside bear jams on the rise in Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Black bears are increasingly attracting crowds of visitors along roads in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

CBC · Aug 3, 2018
'Bear jams' causing safety concerns on Cabot Trail

Wildlife viewing congestion is creating traffic hazards along the scenic Cabot Trail route.

CBC · Aug 1, 2018
All fire hydrants in Baddeck, N.S., to be tested after blaze at Inverary Resort

Fire officials will test all of Baddeck's hydrants following a recent blaze at the Inverary Resort.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 28, 2018
Cape Breton Highlands-inspired beer cans

A local brewery celebrates Cape Breton Highlands with specially designed beer cans.

CBC · Jul 26, 2018
What Cabot Trail tourism operators would do with $1M

Local tourism operators share their priorities if given $1 million in funding to invest in Cabot Trail attractions and experiences.

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PNI Atlantic News · Jun 16, 2026
Another delay to Sydney waterfront development project frustrates CBRM councillors

Cape Breton Regional Municipality councillors express frustration over yet another setback in the Sydney waterfront development project.