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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 · Apr 10, 2026
Slow and steady: Destination Cape Breton launches 'Take Your Time' tourism campaign

Destination Cape Breton is encouraging visitors to slow down and savor the experience with a new "Take Your Time" tourism campaign.

CTV News · Apr 10, 2026
Career fair, skills competition in Cape Breton hopes to address need for trades workers

A career fair and skills competition is coming to Cape Breton to help address the region's shortage of trades workers.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 10, 2026
Cape Breton woman ordered to pay ex for intimate images claim

A Cape Breton legal case involving intimate images has resulted in a significant financial order.

The Boston Globe · Apr 10, 2026
Out to the edge on Cape Breton

Discover what draws visitors to Cape Breton's remote and scenic edges.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 10, 2026
Slow and steady: Destination Cape Breton launches 'Take Your Time' tourism campaign

Destination Cape Breton launches a new "Take Your Time" campaign encouraging visitors to slow down and savor the island experience.

MarketBeat · Apr 10, 2026
Meta Platforms, Inc. $META Shares Bought by Louisbourg Investments Inc.
PNI Atlantic News · Apr 10, 2026
Elderly Cape Breton man accused of sex crimes against teen
CTV News · Apr 9, 2026
‘It’s a travesty’: Future of Cape Breton’s Keltic Lodge remains in limbo

The iconic Keltic Lodge's future hangs in uncertainty as stakeholders express frustration over unresolved plans for the beloved Cape Breton destination.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 9, 2026
Inverness County council approves land development agreements in Inverness and Petit Étang

Inverness County council has approved land development agreements for two communities in the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 9, 2026
Inverness County to host Awards for Excellence in Healthcare Gala

Inverness County will celebrate healthcare excellence at a special gala event honoring outstanding contributions to the region's medical community.

CTV News · Apr 9, 2026
‘It’s a travesty’: Future of Cape Breton’s Keltic Lodge remains in limbo

The future of a beloved Cape Breton landmark remains uncertain as the Keltic Lodge's status continues to be unresolved.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 9, 2026
Cape Breton woman accused of murdering partner to appear in court later this month

A Cape Breton woman accused of murder is scheduled to appear in court later this month.

CTV News · Apr 9, 2026
Future of Cape Breton Keltic Lodge remains in doubt

The future of Cape Breton's iconic Keltic Lodge is uncertain as the property faces an unclear path forward.

CBC · Apr 9, 2026
Economic growth 'less collaborative' after budget cuts, says Cape Breton Partnership

The Cape Breton Partnership warns that budget cuts are making economic growth efforts less collaborative in the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 8, 2026
Cabot Trail 100th anniversary planners seek public input at community sessions
Pier Community Funeral Home · Apr 8, 2026
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Seek Your Sounds · Apr 8, 2026
Restoration of Cape Breton's closed Keltic Lodge would cost almost $70M

A major restoration project for Cape Breton's iconic closed Keltic Lodge would require an estimated $70 million investment.

Yahoo News Canada · Apr 8, 2026
Future of main building at Cape Breton's Keltic Lodge Resort remains uncertain

The future of Keltic Lodge Resort's main building on Cape Breton remains in question as stakeholders work through next steps.

CityNews Halifax · Apr 8, 2026
Cape Breton Mountie on leave as police watchdog lays charges

A Cape Breton Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer is on leave while a police watchdog investigates and lays charges.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 8, 2026
Cape Breton minor hockey teams seek provincial titles at Day of Champions this weekend

Cape Breton minor hockey teams compete for provincial titles at this weekend's Day of Champions event.

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CBC · Sep 6, 2026
State of emergency declared in 3 Cape Breton counties after heavy rain and flooding| Hunt-1700

A state of emergency has been declared in three Cape Breton counties following heavy rain and flooding.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 27, 2026
Petit-de-Grat Red Caps welcome top under-18 AA baseball teams to Cape Breton for Atlantic championship

Top under-18 AA baseball teams are coming to Cape Breton for an Atlantic championship tournament hosted by the Petit-de-Grat Red Caps.

CTV News · Sep 6, 2026
Cape Breton deals with infrastructure damages, flooding, and widespread power outages

Cape Breton communities are grappling with significant infrastructure damage, flooding, and power outages affecting the region.