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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.

CBC · Aug 31, 2017
False fire alarms plague Fortress of Louisbourg

False fire alarms are disrupting operations at the Fortress of Louisbourg historic site.

Weather Underground · Aug 21, 2017
Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, Canada Weather Conditions
Weather Underground · Aug 19, 2017
Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada Weather Conditions
CBC · Aug 9, 2017
Standing in knee-deep water one minute, sucked out to sea the next

A dramatic shift in water conditions shows why swimmers need to stay alert and respect the ocean's unpredictable power.

CBC · Jul 27, 2017
Centuries-old graves being dug up near Louisbourg before they're lost

Archaeologists are excavating centuries-old graves near Louisbourg to preserve them before they disappear.

CBC · Jul 25, 2017
Montreal cyclists thank strangers after bikes break down in Cape Breton
CBC · Jun 30, 2017
Father and son to begin record-setting helicopter odyssey with stop in Baddeck
USA TODAY 10BEST · Jun 23, 2017
Canada's best scenic drive? Readers say the Cabot Trail!
USA TODAY 10BEST · Jun 23, 2017
Cape Breton Highlands National Park named best in Canada
CBC · Jun 13, 2017
Cabot Links to build long-awaited 2nd path to Inverness Beach

Cabot Links is moving forward with construction of a second pathway to Inverness Beach.

CBC · Jun 9, 2017
Residents say board should resign over closure of Louisbourg's only school

Louisbourg residents are calling for school board resignations following the closure of the town's only school.

Le Guide de l'auto · Jun 8, 2017
Porsche Cayenne GTS and Macan Turbo on the Cabot Trail
CBC · Jun 5, 2017
Long overshadowed by fortress, Louisbourg the community seeks tourists as well

The historic community of Louisbourg is working to attract visitors beyond those coming for the famous fortress.

Canadian Running Magazine · May 30, 2017
Tim Hortons employee lends van to top women’s team at Cabot Trail Relay Race

A Tim Hortons employee's generous gesture helps a top women's team compete in the Cabot Trail Relay Race.

CBC · May 26, 2017
Running and romance: Cabot Trail Relay Race marks 30 years of great team work

The Cabot Trail Relay Race celebrates three decades of teamwork and community spirit along one of Canada's most scenic running routes.

CBC · May 20, 2017
Planning a national park camping trip? Better book ASAP
CBC · May 8, 2017
Section of Cape Breton's Cabot Trail temporarily closed after washout

Part of the famous Cabot Trail has been temporarily closed due to a washout.

CBC · May 3, 2017
One airport or two? Inverness County trying to decide on what's best
CBC · May 3, 2017
One airport or two? Inverness County trying to decide on what's best
Government of Nova Scotia · May 2, 2017
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'We are in a safe community': Despite concerns, interim Cape Breton police chief says stats support CBRM is safe

The interim Cape Breton police chief responds to safety concerns by pointing to statistics showing the region is secure.