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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.

Government of Nova Scotia · Jun 25, 2024
Traffic Advisories – Guysborough, Inverness, Richmond Counties

Check current road conditions and traffic updates across Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond Counties.

Canadian Federation of Independent Business | CFIB · Jun 25, 2024
8 in 10 Atlantic tourism operators expecting little growth amid soaring summer costs

Atlantic tourism operators report expectations of minimal growth this summer due to rising operational costs.

Boston Magazine · Jun 25, 2024
A New England Traveler’s Guide to Nova Scotia

Discover what New England visitors should know about exploring Nova Scotia's attractions and experiences.

Government of Nova Scotia · Jun 24, 2024
Funding for Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame
Forest Haven Memorial Gardens · Jun 22, 2024
Dan Neil MacDonald Obituary June 22, 2024
CBC · Jun 21, 2024
Group gathers near Louisbourg for Mi'kmaw sunrise ceremony on Indigenous Peoples Day

A community gathered near Louisbourg to observe a Mi'kmaw sunrise ceremony during Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations.

Saint Mary's University · Jun 19, 2024
Saint Mary’s hosts annual celebration of history and heritage

Saint Mary's University invites visitors to explore the region's history and heritage at their annual celebration.

J.M. Jobes Funeral Home · Jun 19, 2024
Obituary for Francis James Ryan
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 14, 2024
THE WRAP: Lego Louisbourg’s set, A&W eyes your pet and a gold miner’s bid for power

Discover what's happening around Cape Breton this week, from a new Lego Louisbourg set to local business developments and political news.

Government of Nova Scotia · Jun 3, 2024
Finance and Treasury Board
CBC · Jun 1, 2024
DFO investigates after dozens of lobster traps belonging to Mi'kmaw fisherman damaged

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans is investigating the destruction of numerous lobster traps belonging to a Mi'kmaw fisherman.

Forest Haven Memorial Gardens · May 30, 2024
Pamela Allison Lewis-Young Obituary May 30, 2024
Dignity Memorial · May 30, 2024
Margaret Rita Fitzner Obituary - Inverness, NS
Cottage Life · May 29, 2024
The 5 best drives to do in Canada
Government of Nova Scotia · May 29, 2024
Traffic Advisories – Halifax Regional Municipality, Inverness County
Parks Canada · May 29, 2024
Rescue excavation at Fortress of Louisbourg 2010

Archaeologists conducted a rescue excavation at the historic Fortress of Louisbourg to uncover and preserve important artifacts before they were lost.

Government of Nova Scotia · May 28, 2024
Film Tourism Campaign Encourages Travel to Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is launching a film tourism campaign to attract visitors inspired by movies and shows filmed in the province.

PNI Atlantic News · May 26, 2024
IN PHOTO: Cabot Trail Relay Race wraps up 2024 edition where it started: in Baddeck

The 2024 Cabot Trail Relay Race concluded in Baddeck, completing a full loop of this iconic Cape Breton challenge.

CBC · May 25, 2024
Community group in Louisbourg helps feed those in need

A Louisbourg community group is making a difference by providing food assistance to local residents facing hardship.

PNI Atlantic News · May 24, 2024
Foggy View Players returning to Louisbourg Playhouse for show May 31 to June 2

Foggy View Players bring their performance to the historic Louisbourg Playhouse for three nights this spring.

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PNI Atlantic News · Jun 12, 2026
Cape Breton's Mary Ann Falls trail gets grand opening — but just for hikers and mountain bikers

Mary Ann Falls trail officially opens to hikers and mountain bikers in Cape Breton.

The Macdonald Notebook · Jun 6, 2026
Spraying Forests In NS Has Always Been Controversial: Now Dr. Robert Strang Advocates To Spray Cape Breton

Dr. Robert Strang is now advocating for forest spraying in Cape Breton, continuing a controversial practice in Nova Scotia.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 16, 2026
Four people sent to hospital after vehicle goes off embankment in Cape Breton

Four people were hospitalized after a vehicle went off an embankment in Cape Breton.