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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.

Government of Nova Scotia · Sep 17, 2024
Traffic Advisory – Inverness County
PNI Atlantic News · Sep 15, 2024
Beaming with pride: Community celebrates Louisbourg Lighthouse restoration

The Louisbourg Lighthouse restoration project is complete and the community is celebrating this important heritage milestone.

Dignity Memorial · Sep 14, 2024
John A. Mullins Obituary - Inverness, NS
Newswire Canada · Sep 14, 2024
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held to celebrate the refurbishment of the Louisbourg Lighthouse

A beloved Cape Breton landmark gets a fresh start as the community celebrates the completion of the Louisbourg Lighthouse refurbishment.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 11, 2024
‘It's been a horrific experience’: Family of missing Baddeck man conducting weekend search

A Baddeck family is conducting a weekend search for their missing loved one.

Pier Community Funeral Home · Sep 5, 2024
HARDY, Milton Raymond
Canadian Geographic · Aug 29, 2024
The Fundy Trail Parkway : New Brunswick’s bucket list coastal drive
Government of Nova Scotia · Aug 28, 2024
Economics and Statistics
CBC · Aug 26, 2024
New midwifery service poised to launch in Cape Breton

A new midwifery service is coming to Cape Breton to expand maternal healthcare options in the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 19, 2024
'I think they're in trouble': Former lifeguards rescue swimmers at Cape Breton's Black Brook Beach

Former lifeguards sprang into action to rescue swimmers in distress at Black Brook Beach on Cape Breton.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 19, 2024
Neil Roderick "Sonnie" MacInnis Obituary - Inverness, NS
AutoTrader.ca · Aug 19, 2024
Can an EV Tackle Cape Breton’s Cabot Trail?

A test drive explores whether electric vehicles are practical for tackling the scenic Cabot Trail route.

Dignity Memorial · Aug 17, 2024
Hugh "Suey" MacDougall Obituary - Inverness, NS
Government of Nova Scotia · Aug 14, 2024
Province Extends Travel Assistance Program for Surgical Patients

The province has extended its travel assistance program to help surgical patients with costs related to their medical care.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 12, 2024
Halifax cycling group featuring Cape Bretoners sets new record traversing Cabot Trail

A Halifax cycling group that includes Cape Bretoners has set a new record on the Cabot Trail.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 9, 2024
Cape Breton's Inverary Resort home to hockey history

Discover the hockey heritage preserved at Cape Breton's historic Inverary Resort.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 8, 2024
Fundraising continues for Victoria Highland Civic Centre in Baddeck
Global News · Aug 8, 2024
Local cycling team clocks fastest-known-time around Cabot Trail

A local cycling team has set a new fastest-known-time record for completing the Cabot Trail loop.

CBC · Aug 6, 2024
Inverness County grieves victims of Mabou crash

Inverness County mourns those lost in a tragic Mabou crash.

The Laker News · Aug 2, 2024
Province issues request for proposals for tourism marketing services

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CBC · Sep 11, 2026
CBRM council calls emergency meeting over port development

CBRM council convenes an emergency meeting to address concerns about port development in the region.

CTV News · Sep 17, 2026
Cape Breton University gets new health care program

Cape Breton University is launching a new health care program.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 23, 2026
Cape Breton rider only local entry to compete at Sydney rodeo event

A Cape Breton rider will be the only local competitor at an upcoming Sydney rodeo event.