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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 · Mar 12, 2026
Watchdog says sign taken during police search of home found in cop's office
Dignity Memorial · Mar 12, 2026
Marion Watts Obituary - Inverness, NS
Macleans.ca · Mar 11, 2026
Cape Breton University
PNI Atlantic News · Mar 10, 2026
BEC Bears keep basketball provincial titles in Cape Breton

The BEC Bears have successfully defended their basketball provincial titles in Cape Breton.

CTV News · Mar 10, 2026
This is how much Nova Scotia’s premier spent on out-of-Canada travel expenses in 2025

Nova Scotia's premier's international travel expenses for 2025 have been disclosed in a new report.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 10, 2026
Dalbrae Academy Dragons claim Cape Breton West High School Hockey League championship

Dalbrae Academy Dragons captured the Cape Breton West High School Hockey League championship.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 9, 2026
Popular Cape Breton tourist stop closing its doors

A beloved Cape Breton tourist destination is shutting down, leaving visitors wondering what comes next for the iconic spot.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 9, 2026
OPINION: Please reverse Nova Scotia arts, culture and tourism cuts

An opinion piece advocates for the reversal of Nova Scotia's cuts to arts, culture, and tourism funding.

PNI Atlantic News · Mar 9, 2026
Theatre Baddeck announces lineup for its 11th season | PNI Atlantic News

Theatre Baddeck reveals the shows coming to its 11th season.

CityNews Halifax · Mar 9, 2026
Cape Breton arts centre says tourism will be hurt by province’s budget cuts

A Cape Breton arts centre warns that provincial budget cuts could harm the region's tourism industry.

CBC · Mar 9, 2026
N.S. weighing public-private partnership for new Cape Breton jail

Nova Scotia is considering a public-private partnership to build a new jail in Cape Breton.

Canadian Hockey League · Mar 8, 2026
Eagles Fall To Mooseheads In Overtime - Cape Breton Eagles

The Cape Breton Eagles lost to the Mooseheads in an overtime thriller.

Canadian Hockey League · Mar 8, 2026
Eagles, Mooseheads Tangle On Fan Appreciation Day - Cape Breton Eagles

The Eagles and Mooseheads face off in a Fan Appreciation Day matchup.

Travel And Tour World · Mar 8, 2026
British Columbia Joins Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, And More In Powering Canada’s Unstoppable Tourism Surge, Nearly Sixty Billion In Revenue, Powering Itself As Major Heart Beat Of Tourism
The Times · Mar 7, 2026
I was a lobster roll judge in Nova Scotia. These are the best

A food critic shares their top picks for lobster rolls after judging a competition in Nova Scotia.

Canadian Hockey League · Mar 6, 2026
Eagles, Mooseheads Both Rally, Halifax Wins In Shootout
CHL · Mar 6, 2026
Eagles, Mooseheads Tangle In Final Home And Home Of Season - Cape Breton Eagles

The Cape Breton Eagles face off against the Mooseheads in their final regular season home and away matchup.

CTV News · Mar 6, 2026
2 men, 2 youth facing charges for threatening taxi driver, passenger: Cape Breton police

Four people are facing charges after a taxi driver and passenger were threatened in Cape Breton.

Surge 105 · Mar 5, 2026
Lunenburg’s Mayor mystified by budget cuts to Bluenose II

Lunenburg's mayor expresses concern over unexpected budget reductions affecting the iconic Bluenose II.

Yahoo News Canada · Mar 5, 2026
Snowfall means big business for Cape Breton snowmobile rentals

Snowmobilers are fueling the local economy as Cape Breton's winter snow creates peak season demand for rental services.

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CP24 · Jun 9, 2026
Cape Breton business leaders dream of reviving dormant rail line. Can the math work?

Cape Breton business leaders are exploring the possibility of reviving a dormant rail line, but financial feasibility remains a key question.

AOL.com · May 25, 2026
Canada's 'Gateway To Cape Breton Highlands National Park' Is A Scenic Town With Coastal Hotel Stays And Camping

A scenic Cape Breton town serves as the perfect base for exploring the Highlands National Park, with coastal accommodations ranging from hotels to campgrounds.

Nomad Lawyer · May 27, 2026
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