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.
Local Cape Breton groups are being recognized for their efforts to protect and conserve salmon in the region.
Local conservation groups are gaining recognition for their efforts to protect salmon populations in Cape Breton's rivers and waterways.
Cape Breton conservation groups are being recognized for their efforts to protect and restore salmon populations in the region.
Watch bald eagles live through a Cape Breton wildlife association's nest webcam, inspired by their success in helping restore eagle populations in the US.
Nova Scotia's beloved donair gets its own musical production in Cape Breton.
Nova Scotia's premier faced protesters during a summer tour stop in Bridgewater.
A retired film historian shares their vision for developing a film industry in Cape Breton.

Finding a great meal while dining gluten free is easier than ever in Nova Scotia. Across the province, many restaurants offer gluten-free or gluten-friendly menu options, making it possible to enjoy local flavours while accommodating your dietary needs.
A local fisherman explains how warmer temperatures and growing seal populations are bringing increased marine activity to Cape Breton's waters.
A Cape Breton teen is finding new ways to support a charity after the classic car showcase it was tied to was cancelled.
The Potlotek First Nation is holding a band election with five candidates competing for the chief position.
A rare orca sighting has been reported at Cape Breton's Canso Causeway.
Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame celebrates its class of 2026 with newly inducted members.
An orca has been spotted near the Canso Causeway—help name this remarkable marine visitor.
A former Cape Breton Eagle player has retired from professional hockey.
A rare orca sighting has been reported near Cape Breton waters.
A rare orca sighting has been reported in waters near Cape Breton.
A killer whale sighting at the Canso Causeway has drawn crowds of curious tourists and locals eager to catch a glimpse of the marine visitor.
A killer whale sighting at the Canso Causeway is drawing crowds of both tourists and locals eager to catch a glimpse of the massive marine visitor.
A killer whale sighting at the Canso Causeway is attracting both tourists and locals to witness the rare marine visitor.