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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.

CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Eagles 2025-26 | Regular Season Schedule
CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Screaming Eagles 2004-05 | Regular Season Schedule
CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Eagles 2024 | Playoffs Schedule

Cape Breton Eagles announce their 2024 playoff schedule.

Canadian Hockey League · Mar 26, 2026
Eagles Top Regiment To Take Series Lead - Cape Breton Eagles

The Cape Breton Eagles defeated the Regiment to move ahead in their playoff series.

CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Eagles Open The 2026 Playoffs In Newfoundland Against The Regiment

The Eagles head to Newfoundland to face the Regiment in the opening round of the 2026 playoffs.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton University student research on bees in Baddeck and fish at the Sydney tar ponds lauded

Cape Breton University students are getting recognition for their research into bee populations in Baddeck and fish life at the Sydney tar ponds.

The Narwhal · Mar 26, 2026
Decades in the making: Mi’kmaq and Parks Canada strike historic partnership in Nova Scotia

Mi'kmaq communities and Parks Canada have reached a historic partnership agreement that represents decades of collaborative work in Nova Scotia.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Mar 26, 2026
Baddeck Broncos Girls boast bronze at N.S. Basketball Provincial Championships

Baddeck Broncos Girls earned a bronze medal at the Nova Scotia Basketball Provincial Championships.

The Spec · Mar 25, 2026
Baddeck Legion looks to change name to honour local hero

The Baddeck Legion is considering a name change to pay tribute to a local hero.

Penticton Herald · Mar 25, 2026
Baddeck Broncos Girls boast bronze at N.S. Basketball Provincial Championships

Baddeck Broncos Girls earned a bronze medal at the Nova Scotia Basketball Provincial Championships.

CHL · Mar 25, 2026
Series Preview: Newfoundland vs. Cape Breton - Newfoundland Regiment

Cape Breton's hockey team faces off against Newfoundland in an upcoming series matchup.

saltwire.com · Mar 24, 2026
Midwifery services beyond Cape Breton pilot sought

A successful midwifery pilot program in Cape Breton is now being considered for expansion to other regions.

CTV News · Mar 24, 2026
Snowy system closes Cape Breton schools, cancels ferry crossings

A major snowstorm has forced school closures and cancelled ferry services across Cape Breton.

CBC · Mar 24, 2026
Victoria County byelection for District 3 seat slated for May 30

Voters in Victoria County District 3 will head to the polls on May 30 to fill a vacant seat.

CBC · Mar 23, 2026
Province to subsidize travel costs as N.B. shifts to private veterinary service
CHL · Mar 21, 2026
Regiment set for battle: Round One vs. Cape Breton

The Regiment face off against Cape Breton in Round One of the playoffs.

chl.ca · Mar 20, 2026
Eagles Begin Final Weekend With Matchup Against Saint John - Cape Breton Eagles
MSN · Mar 20, 2026
Road tripping the Cabot Trail: Nova Scotia’s most stunning coastal adventure

Discover why the Cabot Trail is considered one of Nova Scotia's most stunning coastal drives.

MSN · Mar 20, 2026
Road tripping the Cabot Trail: Nova Scotia’s most stunning coastal adventure

Explore one of Nova Scotia's most scenic coastal drives along the renowned Cabot Trail.

MSN · Mar 20, 2026
Road tripping the Cabot Trail: Nova Scotia’s most stunning coastal adventure

Explore one of Nova Scotia's most scenic coastal drives along the legendary Cabot Trail.

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CP24 · Sep 8, 2026
Cape Breton schools closed Tuesday after weekend storm, state of local emergency continues

Cape Breton schools remain closed Tuesday as the region continues dealing with storm damage and an ongoing state of local emergency.

SnowBrains · Sep 17, 2026
Designed for the Coast: How Ski Cape Smokey Rolls with the North Atlantic's Weather Punches

Discover how Ski Cape Smokey is engineered to handle the unique weather challenges of its coastal location on the North Atlantic.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 10, 2026
Cape Breton man pleads guilty to robbing liquor store, assaulting woman with box cutter