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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 · Nov 26, 2025
Can you see N.L. from Cape Breton? We investigate the viral image | Hanomansing Tonight

A viral image claims you can see Newfoundland and Labrador from Cape Breton—find out what investigators discovered.

CBC · Nov 26, 2025
Can you see Newfoundland from Cape Breton? Online photo sparks debate

A viral photo has ignited discussion about whether Newfoundland is visible from Cape Breton's shores.

Forest Haven Memorial Gardens · Nov 26, 2025
David Brian MacKay Obituary November 26, 2025
PNI Atlantic News · Nov 26, 2025
Peggys Cove makes list of overrated Canadian tourist sites

A recent ranking has named Peggy's Cove among Canada's most overrated tourist destinations.

PNI Atlantic News · Nov 25, 2025
Northern Cape Breton ski resort set to open first of new high-end accommodations

A Northern Cape Breton ski resort is opening its first luxury accommodation building as part of a new development.

Vogue · Nov 21, 2025
Forage and Feast This Fall in Canada’s Emerging Culinary Hotspot

Discover wild edibles and seasonal cuisine as Cape Breton establishes itself as a premier destination for food lovers this autumn.

Dignity Memorial · Nov 20, 2025
Mary Teresa Doyle Obituary - Inverness, NS
CBC · Nov 20, 2025
How tourism boom has changed Inverness over the years

Discover how Inverness has transformed through the years as tourism has grown in the community.

Travel And Tour World · Nov 20, 2025
Nova Scotia Joins Newfoundland, Labrador, New Brunswick, Quebec, Saskatchewan and Manitoba Set to Dominate Canada Travel with International Visitors from Mexico, Brazil, UK and France

Nova Scotia is poised to attract more international visitors from Mexico, Brazil, the UK and France as part of a major tourism push across Atlantic Canada and beyond.

CBC · Nov 20, 2025
How tourism boom has changed Inverness over the years

Discover how the tourism boom has transformed Inverness and shaped the community over time.

CBC · Nov 19, 2025
Garages in western Cape Breton struggling to find mechanics

Western Cape Breton garages are facing challenges finding qualified mechanics to keep their businesses running.

Penticton Herald · Nov 19, 2025
Federal government announces up to $12 million for Victoria Highland Civic Centre
CBC · Nov 19, 2025
Baddeck, Victoria County disagree on what was called 'non-negotiable' offer

A dispute between Baddeck and Victoria County over a purportedly non-negotiable offer reveals disagreement about what was actually promised.

Penticton Herald · Nov 19, 2025
Tourism bodes well for 2026 | Spare News
CTV News · Nov 18, 2025
Cape Breton Regional Police chief’s retirement announcement sparks mixed reaction

Cape Breton Regional Police chief's retirement announcement has drawn both support and concern from the community.

thecoast.ca · Nov 18, 2025
This travel photographer retraced the worldwide journey of a Nova Scotian cyclist

A travel photographer follows in the tracks of a Nova Scotian cyclist's global adventure.

CBC · Nov 17, 2025
Some guns turned in to buyback program, Cape Breton police commissioner says

Cape Breton police received firearms through a community buyback program, according to the local police commissioner.

CityNews Halifax · Nov 16, 2025
Wintery switch comes to Atlantic Canada

Atlantic Canada is preparing for a significant weather shift as winter conditions move into the region.

CityNews Halifax · Nov 16, 2025
Wintery switch comes to Atlantic Canada

Atlantic Canada is bracing for a shift to winter weather conditions.

Travel And Tour World · Nov 15, 2025
Alberta Joins Manitoba, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Nunavut, Yukon in Attracting More US Tourists to Canada, Latest Update is Here

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The Record · Jun 3, 2026
Cabot Trail Relay sees close to 1200 runners compete in race around trail

Nearly 1200 runners participated in the Cabot Trail Relay, competing in a race that circles the iconic trail.

PNI Atlantic News · May 28, 2026
Cape Breton University's Class of 2026
CTV News · Jun 17, 2026
Seven accused of illegally catching gaspereau near fish ladder in Cape Breton

Seven people have been charged with illegally catching gaspereau near a fish ladder in Cape Breton.