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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.

CityNews Halifax · Apr 2, 2026
Highway blockades persist following cannabis raid in Cape Breton First Nation

Highway blockades continue in a Cape Breton First Nation following a cannabis raid.

Travel And Tour World · Apr 2, 2026
Ontario Joins British Columbia, Quebec, Alberta, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and More Canadian Destinations Getting Economic Benefit from Tourism as Canada Travel Sector Achieves Record Breaking Summer Last Year, with Nearly Eleven Perc
CBC · Apr 2, 2026
First Nations protest on 3 N.S. highways as tensions escalate over cannabis raids

First Nations groups are protesting on three Nova Scotia highways amid escalating tensions over cannabis raids.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 2, 2026
Potlotek shuts down Highway 4 in Cape Breton following cannabis raid, RCMP abandon police vehicles

Highway 4 was shut down in Cape Breton following a cannabis raid and RCMP response at Potlotek.

CityNews Halifax · Apr 2, 2026
Highway blockades persist following cannabis raid in Cape Breton First Nation

Highway blockades continue in a Cape Breton First Nation following a cannabis raid.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 1, 2026
Community Easter celebration being hosted at Alderwood Rest Home in Baddeck

Alderwood Rest Home in Baddeck is hosting a community Easter celebration.

CTV News · Mar 31, 2026
Here are the snowiest, iciest spots in the Maritimes for Wednesday morning

Find out which Maritime locations are expecting the heaviest snow and ice accumulation Wednesday morning.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 31, 2026
Weather: Freezing rain warning issued for Cape Breton Island: April 1, 2026

Cape Breton Island is under a freezing rain warning.

989 XFM · Mar 31, 2026
Inverness-Based Production Company Releases New TV Series on Antiques in Nova Scotia

A local production company has created a new television series exploring antiques found throughout Nova Scotia.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 31, 2026
Charitable and not-for-profit organizations invited to apply to operate ReUse Centre in Baddeck

Charitable and not-for-profit organizations can now apply to operate a new ReUse Centre coming to Baddeck.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Mar 30, 2026
Mi’kmaq tourism experiences in high demand

Mi'kmaq tourism experiences are attracting increased visitor interest in Cape Breton.

Nova Scotia Health · Mar 30, 2026
Cape Breton neurology team expands

Cape Breton's neurology services are growing to better serve patients in the region.

CBC · Mar 28, 2026
Newfoundland Regiment ties series with 6-2 win over Cape Breton Eagles

The Newfoundland Regiment evened their series against the Cape Breton Eagles with a commanding 6-2 victory.

Dignity Memorial · Mar 28, 2026
Margaret Beaton Obituary - Inverness, NS
Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Mar 27, 2026
Baddeck Legion looks to change name to Major Percival Anderson Memorial

Baddeck Legion is considering a name change to honour Major Percival Anderson.

Travel And Tour World · Mar 27, 2026
Alberta Joins Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Quebec, New Brunswick, And More In Fueling Canada’s Tourism Growth, Cementing Itself As A Pillar In The Country’s Long-Term Strategy For Sustainable And Inclusive Travel Experiences
Canadian Hockey League · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Eagles 2025 | Playoffs Schedule

Cape Breton Eagles announce their 2025 playoff schedule.

CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Eagles 2025-26 | Regular Season Schedule
CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Screaming Eagles 2004-05 | Regular Season Schedule
CHL · Mar 26, 2026
Cape Breton, Eagles 2024 | Playoffs Schedule

Cape Breton Eagles announce their 2024 playoff schedule.

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The Hill Times · May 27, 2026
Munk debates continue to exclude relevant voices, says Cape Breton reader

A Cape Breton reader questions who gets a voice in the Munk debates discussion.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 11, 2026
‘People are hurting’: Cape Breton food banks react to poverty report card’s poor grades

Cape Breton food banks respond to a poverty report card revealing serious challenges facing the community.

Yahoo News Canada · May 25, 2026
Cape Breton parents dropped from daycare waitlist after spat with operators

Cape Breton parents are removed from a daycare waitlist following a conflict with facility operators.