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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.

Dignity Memorial · Feb 23, 2022
Paul Joseph Forhan Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Feb 22, 2022
Unpassable section of Cape Breton highway frustrates business owner
CBC · Feb 22, 2022
Unpassable section of Cape Breton highway frustrates business owner
cbc.ca · Feb 21, 2022
Section of Cabot Trail remains closed days after washout from winter storm
CBC · Feb 21, 2022
Section of Cabot Trail remains closed days after washout from winter storm

A winter storm washout has left part of the Cabot Trail closed as cleanup efforts continue.

CBC · Feb 17, 2022
Baddeck unable to meet minister's deadline to produce audited financials

Baddeck faces financial reporting challenges as it struggles to meet a government deadline for audited financials.

signalhfx.ca · Jan 27, 2022
New venture seeks to promote Black tourism in Nova Scotia

A new initiative is working to highlight Black tourism opportunities across Nova Scotia.

Dignity Memorial · Jan 26, 2022
Sarah "Sadie" Elizabeth MacKinnon Obituary - Inverness, NS
dignitymemorial.com · Jan 2, 2022
A. Cyril MacDonald Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Dec 15, 2021
Minister orders Baddeck commissioners to produce financials or face replacement

A provincial minister has given Baddeck commissioners an ultimatum to produce financial records or be replaced.

Global News · Dec 12, 2021
Portion of Cabot Trail washed out in November storm to reopen to traffic this week

A section of the scenic Cabot Trail that was damaged by November storms is set to reopen to traffic this week.

CBC · Dec 12, 2021
Section of Cabot Trail washed out by rainstorm to reopen Tuesday

A section of the Cabot Trail damaged by heavy rain will reopen to traffic on Tuesday.

CBC · Dec 11, 2021
Fortress of Louisbourg to add content about historical Black presence

The Fortress of Louisbourg is expanding its historical exhibits to include stories about the Black community's role in the site's past.

Dignity Memorial · Dec 6, 2021
Norman Patterson Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Dec 3, 2021
Baddeck residents overwhelmingly vote no to dissolving village

Baddeck residents have voted against dissolving their village in a recent referendum.

CBC · Nov 29, 2021
Stretch of Cabot Trail to reopen in 1-2 weeks, says Parks Canada

A section of the popular Cabot Trail is expected to reopen within the next couple of weeks following recent closures.

Dignity Memorial · Nov 27, 2021
Christine MacLellan Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Nov 24, 2021
'Like I hit a brick wall': Part of Cabot Trail washed out on man as he drove over it
CBC · Nov 24, 2021
Flooding prompts state of emergency, road closures across eastern N.S.

A state of emergency has been declared across eastern Nova Scotia due to flooding, with multiple road closures affecting the region.

Wealth Professional Canada · Nov 24, 2021
How firm with $2.4 billion in AUM grew from its Atlantic roots

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CP24 · Sep 2, 2026
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Yahoo News Canada · Sep 17, 2026
Donated gear helping Cape Breton kids learn to skate

Donated equipment is making it possible for more Cape Breton children to take up ice skating.