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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.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Jul 14, 2026
Soccer Cape Breton Roundup: U15 Strait United Steelers closing in on Whitney Pier

U15 Strait United Steelers are making a strong push toward Whitney Pier in the latest soccer standings.

CTV News · Jul 14, 2026
Marine Atlantic ferry Blue Puttees remains stuck in ice off Cape Breton

The Marine Atlantic ferry Blue Puttees is still stuck in ice off Cape Breton's coast.

frequencynews.ca · Jul 13, 2026
Destination Cape Breton waiting to hear if they can operate Port Hastings VIC

Destination Cape Breton awaits a decision on whether it can take over operations of the Port Hastings visitor information centre.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Cape Breton seniors’ residences to receive energy-efficiency upgrades

Cape Breton seniors' residences are getting energy-efficiency upgrades to reduce costs and improve comfort.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
OPINION: Cape Breton equalization group offers to help Newfoundland

A Cape Breton equalization advocacy group extends support to Newfoundland in their shared pursuit of federal funding fairness.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
OPINION: Is CBRM council gambling with Cape Breton’s future?

A columnist questions whether CBRM council decisions are putting Cape Breton's future at risk.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Follow your fin-stincts: Nova Scotia beachgoers shouldn’t fear sharks, but should be smart in the ocean

Nova Scotia beachgoers can enjoy the ocean safely by understanding shark behavior and following smart ocean safety practices.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Living, learning centre in Baddeck celebrates milestone

A living and learning centre in Baddeck is marking an important milestone.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Destination Cape Breton proposes summer takeover of shuttered Port Hastings tourist information centre

Destination Cape Breton is proposing to reopen the shuttered Port Hastings tourist information centre during summer months.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Grand opening of Baddeck waterfront boardwalk to be held on Thursday

Baddeck's new waterfront boardwalk officially opens this Thursday.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
Grand opening of Baddeck waterfront boardwalk to be held on Thursday

Baddeck's new waterfront boardwalk is officially opening this Thursday, offering visitors a fresh way to explore the scenic waterfront.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
PHOTOS: Baddeck Academy name top athletes for middle school and high school

Baddeck Academy celebrates its top-performing middle and high school athletes with photos and recognition.

989 XFM · Jul 13, 2026
The First Annual Unama’ki/Cape Breton Film Festival Planned for the End of September in Inverness

The inaugural Unama'ki/Cape Breton Film Festival is coming to Inverness at the end of September.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 13, 2026
HARNESS RACING: Three-year-old colts in spotlight at Northside Downs

Three-year-old colts take center stage in upcoming harness racing action at Northside Downs.

Your Quad Counties · Jul 12, 2026
Official grand opening getting close for Baddeck Waterfront Boardwalk

The Baddeck Waterfront Boardwalk is nearly ready for its official grand opening.

Your Tri Counties · Jul 12, 2026
Hope grows for reopening of Port Hastings Visitor Information Centre

The Port Hastings Visitor Information Centre may reopen soon as efforts to restore the facility gain momentum.

Your Quad Counties · Jul 12, 2026
Hope grows for reopening of Port Hastings Visitor Information Centre

The Port Hastings Visitor Information Centre may be reopening soon as efforts to restore the facility move forward.

Your Halifax Now · Jul 12, 2026
Hope grows for reopening of Port Hastings Visitor Information Centre

The Port Hastings Visitor Information Centre may soon reopen after efforts to restore the important tourist hub.

PNI Atlantic News · Jul 12, 2026
Fundraising screening of Little Lorraine set for July 30 in western Cape Breton; second show just added

A fundraising screening of Little Lorraine is coming to western Cape Breton on July 30, with a second showing added due to demand.

CTV News · Jul 11, 2026
Mobile skin cancer screening clinic to visit the Maritimes

A mobile skin cancer screening clinic will bring free or low-cost dermatology services to communities across the Maritime provinces.

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PNI Atlantic News · Sep 2, 2026
$130 million for Parks Canada historic sites in Cape Breton
ca.news.yahoo.com · Sep 6, 2026
Why this man is rebuilding the Fortress of Louisbourg, pixel by pixel

A Cape Breton man is painstakingly recreating the historic Fortress of Louisbourg in digital form, one pixel at a time.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 3, 2026
Nova Scotia RCMP advise road closure in Cape Breton for arrest