Home Arts & Entertainment Legendary Cape Breton singer-songwriter loses battle with cancer Arts & Entertainment Legendary Cape Breton singer-songwriter loses battle with cancer By Port Hawkesbury Reporter - September 7, 2023 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Bruce Guthro is seen performing at the Stan Rogers Folk Festival in 2006. The Cape Breton singer-songwriter lost his battle to cancer on Sept. 5. Sign up for a monthly subscription. Just $4.99! Want to stay informed daily? Subscribe to The Reporter Newsletter and receive (up to) one email per day with all news updates, right to your inbox! Log In Register