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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.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 22, 2026
Cape Breton’s film industry: An island-wide opportunity
CTV News · Jul 21, 2026
‘This thing is amazing’: model train setup re-creates Cape Breton’s rail history

A detailed model train display brings Cape Breton's railway heritage to life for visitors to explore.

CTV News · Jul 21, 2026
‘This thing is amazing’: model train setup re-creates Cape Breton’s rail history

A detailed model train display captures the region's historic railway heritage in miniature form.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Construction of accessible, inclusive playground in Cape Breton gets $50K in funding

A Cape Breton community is receiving $50,000 to build an accessible and inclusive playground for residents of all abilities.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Fishery officers issued written warnings at Cape Breton's Bay St. Lawrence Harbour

Fishery officers issued written warnings at Cape Breton's Bay St. Lawrence Harbour following an inspection.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Shellfish ban in Potlotek and other areas of Cape Breton | PNI Atlantic News

A shellfish ban has been issued for Potlotek and other Cape Breton areas.

Yahoo News Canada · Jul 21, 2026
Abandoned Cape Breton takes viewers to the area's most desolate areas

A new show explores Cape Breton's forgotten and desolate locations.

CBC · Jul 21, 2026
Abandoned Cape Breton takes viewers to the area's most desolate areas

A new documentary explores Cape Breton's most remote and deserted locations.

CityNews Halifax · Jul 21, 2026
Federal officials seize tonnes of N.S. halibut, charge captain with illegal fishing

Federal officials have seized a significant quantity of halibut and charged a captain with illegal fishing off Nova Scotia's coast.

Tourism Nova Scotia blog · Jul 21, 2026
Best Cafés in the Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley: A Nova Scotia Coffee Guide

Enjoy the best coffee between exploring the iconic tides, farmer s markets and vineyard tours.

Global News · Jul 21, 2026
Federal officials seize tonnes of N.S. halibut, charge captain with illegal fishing - Halifax

Federal officials seized a significant amount of halibut and charged a captain with illegal fishing off Nova Scotia's coast.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Cape Breton: Canada's greatest untold film location

Cape Breton is gaining recognition as a prime destination for filmmakers looking for stunning and versatile locations.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Cape Breton University professors awarded $600K in grants

Cape Breton University professors have secured $600,000 in grants to support their research initiatives.

J.M. Jobes Funeral Home · Jul 21, 2026
Obituary for Sandra Marie Haley
PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Inverness Raceway still ‘the people’s track’ as it celebrates 100th anniversary in Cape Breton

Inverness Raceway marks a century of racing history as a beloved community fixture in Cape Breton.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Provincial funding helps ready new Cape Breton multi-sports complex as solar-powered facility

A new solar-powered multi-sports complex in Cape Breton is being developed with provincial funding support.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
18,000 pounds of illegal halibut seized off Cape Breton coast | PNI Atlantic News

Authorities seized 18,000 pounds of illegal halibut off the Cape Breton coast in a significant fisheries enforcement operation.

Healthcare Design Magazine · Jul 21, 2026
Ronald McDonald House Atlantic, Halifax, Nova Scotia: Photo Tour
PNI Atlantic News · Jul 21, 2026
Inverness Raceway still ‘the people’s track’ as it celebrates 100th anniversary in Cape Breton

Inverness Raceway marks a century of racing history as a beloved community gathering spot in Cape Breton.

CTV News · Jul 21, 2026
‘This thing is amazing’: model train setup recreates Cape Breton’s rail history

A detailed model train display brings Cape Breton's railway heritage to life for visitors and enthusiasts.

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CTV News · Sep 8, 2026
‘Still lots of work to be done’: Rebuilding efforts begin in Cape Breton after severe flooding

Cape Breton communities are beginning the long process of rebuilding following severe flooding that impacted the region.