ARTICLES BY KEVIN MORALES
VIDEO: Hammerhead spotted at Stingray City
A few boaters out for an afternoon at Stingray City sandbar got more wildlife interaction than they bargained for Sunday (15 Aug.) afternoon.
VIDEO: Crooks 2nd in heat in Olympic debut
Jillian Crooks made her Olympic debut Wednesday (28 July) morning and broke her own national record in the process.
Rutty makes Olympic debut
Raegan Rutty has made history by becoming the first gymnast ever to represent the Cayman Islands in the sport at the Olympics.
Tropical Storm watch discontinued as Elsa passes
The National Weather Service Monday morning (5 July) discontinued a Tropical Storm watch for Cayman Brac and Little Cayman as Tropical Storm Elsa passed north of the Cayman Islands, according to the Miami-based National Hurricane Center.
FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against CIFA
FIFA last week opened disciplinary proceedings against the Cayman Islands Football Association over 'incidents' during Cayman's 29 March World Cup qualifying match against Canada.
Firefighters investigate ‘suspicious item’ at government building
Firefighters on Wednesday were dispatched to the Government Administration Building to investigate a suspicious item, according to Government Information Services.
Traffic delays after cyclist hit in George Town
Traffic on North Sound Road between the Butterfield roundabout and Shedden Road was backed up Saturday morning after a cyclist appeared to be struck by a vehicle.
ICYMI: Cayman boxers return to ring
Kelroy Jaindoo earned the split-decision win over Lyndon Waite in the main event of Saturday's 10-bout The Return fight night at the D. Dalmain Ebanks Boxing Gym. The event was meant to give Cayman's amateurs a chance to get in the ring for the first time or return to the ring for the first time in more than a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sights and sounds of Nomination Day
Monday, 1 March 2021 was another historic day for Cayman Islands democracy as candidates filed their nomination paperwork to become eligible to run for...
Hyman opens season at home
Cayman Islands' 100-metre record holder Kemar Hyman opened his 2021 season on Saturday in unique fashion - on his home track.
A Conversation With: Ronald Forbes
Last week, Cayman’s standout hurdler Ronald Forbes announced his retirement. He finishes his career as one of Cayman’s most decorated athletes, with three Olympics, four world championships appearances and two All-American honours. On 13 Jan., Forbes joined Compass editor-in-chief Kevin Morales to look back on his storied career and what’s next.
3-time Olympian Forbes retires
Three-time Olympian Ronald Forbes announced his retirement Friday after putting together one of the most decorated track and field careers in Cayman Islands history.
Barnes: NACAC lifts ban on Cayman athletes
The regional track and field governing body has lifted a ban that would have prevented Cayman’s athletes from participating in major international competitions this season, including the Olympics.
Fake Compass email circulated
A fake email purporting to originate from the Cayman Compass is being sent to some users with a candw.ky email address.
The email, which uses...
England goes into new lockdown as COVID-19 variant rampages
LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday ordered England into a new national lockdown to contain a surge in COVID-19 cases that threatens...
21 people in 2021: Jason Washington
If there’s anything Jason Washington has learned from 25 years in the dive industry, it’s that flexibility is a must.
Year in review: sports
The COVID-19 pandemic made 2020 a year like no other for Cayman Islands sports.
21 people in 2021: Sergio Coni
A dive operator's schedule was pretty clear-cut prior to COVID-19. That isn't the case anymore.
FOOTBALL: Frederick inks deal with NZ club
Cayman Islands national men’s football team player Joshewa Frederick has signed a deal to play with a semi-professional team in New Zealand, according to social media posts from the Cayman Islands Football Association.
21 people in 2021: Mike Mannisto
While the Cayman 2.0 series has thus far been looking at the ideas and strategies that could make the country a better place, we’re...
21 people in 2021: Blair Lilford
While the Cayman 2.0 series has thus far been looking at the ideas and strategies that could make the country a better place, we’re...
Marine warning in effect Tuesday
The Cayman Islands will be under a marine warning on Tuesday, 29 Dec., according to the National Weather Service.
21 people in 2021: Stacy McAfee
While the Cayman 2.0 series has thus far been looking at the ideas and strategies that could make the country a better place, we’re...
21 people in 2021: Juliet Austin
It’s no secret there are students in Cayman who struggle to read and write at an appropriate level. That's where LIFE and Juliet Austin come in.
Small craft warning in effect for Christmas day
A small craft warning is set to be in effect starting the afternoon of Friday, 25 Dec. due to a cold front over the Gulf of Mexico, according to the National Weather Service.
21 people in 2021: Brandon Caruana
For Brandon Caruana, Code Cayman’s role is pretty clear: “demystifying technology."
21 people in 2021: Jordan Stubblefield
Jordan Stubblefield believes pharma-tourism can be the next big thing for Cayman's tourism product.
21 people in 2021: Josephine Horwitz
A fully operations hydroponic farm is the goal over the next 12 months is simple for Botanic Farms director Josephine Horwitz.
1 traveller tests positive for COVID
Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Lee confirmed one person tested positive for COVID-19 out of 417 test results reported Friday, according to Government Information...
‘Coach Greg’ in critical condition after being struck by car
Cayman International School elementary physical education teacher Greg Simcoe remains hospitalised after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday night on West Bay Road, near Cemetery Beach.
21 people in 2021: Lauren Nelson
With five programmes aimed at assisting Cayman’s children – some of whom are considered at-risk or special needs, or come from low-income homes – National Council of Voluntary Organisations board chair Lauren Nelson sees the potential for how the NCVO can help shape the next generation.
21 people in 2021: Dr. Marc Lockhart
When it comes to looking forward to 2021, Dr. Marc Lockhart is keeping his goals simple – open the long-term mental health facility under construction in East End.
Cayman to open World Cup qualifying in March
Cayman's men’s national football team has a new schedule for World Cup qualifying after the original slate was scrapped due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
21 people in 2021: Louisa Sax
Louisa Sax, author of Hawksbill Hero and the Parrotfish Reef, hopes to encourage young students to find a passion for reading and ocean conservation.
21 people in 2021: Marc Langevin
Marc Langevin has seen a lot of good ideas discussed, debated and published in various reports during his decade in the Cayman Islands. He wants to make sure ideas created during the pandemic become reality.
Delivery woman attacked, robbed
A woman was attacked and robbed on Wednesday, 9 Dec. as she made a delivery to a West Bay Road apartment complex, according to police.
21 people for 2021: Adam Sax
While the Cayman 2.0 series has thus far been looking at the ideas and strategies that could make the country a better place, we’re...
21 people in 2021: Rachel Smyth
Police issued 272 tickets for driving under the influence is 2019. Rachel Smyth aims to use app-based ride-hailing service Flex to help curb drunk driving in Cayman.
21 people in 2021: Andre Gooden
Andre Gooden quit his corporate job to begin doing what he loved -- living sustainably. That passion has now helped him launch a carpentry business.
21 people in 2021: James Whittaker
James Whittaker is one of the 21 people who can help make Cayman more sustainable in 2021.
FOOTBALL: Scholars extends league lead with win over Latinos
Scholars shut out second-place Latinos 3-0 in week nine to extend its lead atop the Cayman Islands Football Association standings.
FOOTBALL: Prep keeps title hopes alive
Defending Under-9 and Under-11 league champions Cayman Prep continued the march to defend their titles by winning their respective quarterfinal games 28 Nov. in...
Jarvis signs to golf for UNLV
Cayman Islands amateur golfer Aaron Jarvis signed his National Letter of Intent to play at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
JGHS students filming, posting organised fights
John Gray High School students have been planning and organising fights on campus that are filmed and then uploaded to social media, according to a press release from the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service.
Wind, marine advisories remain in effect
Marine and "near gale force winds" advisories remain in effect for the Cayman Islands Thursday and Friday, according to the Cayman Islands National Weather Service.
Cayman under severe weather warnings
Cayman’s National Weather Service issued a pair of severe weather warnings late Tuesday, according to the NWS’ 10pm update.
Marine warning remains as Iota moves inland
A marine warning remains in effect for the Cayman Islands through Tuesday and Wednesday as Hurricane Iota continues to move inland through Central America.
Iota strengthens to Cat 5 hurricane
Hurricane Iota strengthened into a Category 5 hurricane Monday afternoon as it approached the Nicaraguan coast.
Jackson makes college swimming debut
Caymanian swimmer Alison Jackson made her college debut for the University of Northern Colorado, earning three podium finishes at the meet held earlier this month.
Marine warning in effect
A marine warning is in effect for the Cayman Islands Monday as Hurricane Iota continues to strengthen in the Caribbean.
CPA shoots down Westin’s 10-storey building application
The Central Planning Authority on Wednesday refused an application for a 10-storey hotel and other facilities at the existing Westin hotel site, on West Bay Road.
Depression strengthens into Tropical Storm Iota
A tropical depression that had formed over the central Caribbean earlier Friday has strengthened into Tropical Storm Iota.
Tropical depression forms in Caribbean
Tropical Depression 31 has formed in the central Caribbean and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before approaching a Central America region still reeling from Hurricane Eta.
NWS monitoring tropical wave
Cayman's National Weather Service forecasters are monitoring a tropical wave east of Cayman that is expected to strengthen to a tropical depression later this week.
Organisers seek children for fun run
Organisers of the 2020 Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon are encouraging children to sign up for the the event's Milo Kids Fun Run.
Bothwell named deputy director of Vehicle and Equipment Services
Mark Bothwell has been named deputy director of the Department of Vehicle and Equipment Services.
DoA probes report of animal cruelty during storm
The Department of Agriculture is investigating at least one report of animal abuse over the weekend, stemming from a photo shared on social media appearing to show a dog chained up in standing flood water.
Disturbance likely to develop into tropical depression
A tropical wave, currently south of Puerto Rico, has a 70% chance of cyclone formation over the next five days.
LIVE BLOG: Cayman feels impact of Tropical Storm Eta
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Scholars blanks defending champs
Scholars International beat defending Cayman Islands Football Association Premier League champion Bodden Town 6-0 on Sunday at Truman Bodden Sports Complex.
Jonah Ebanks added...
Eta weakens to a tropical storm
For the latest information on storm activity in the Cayman Islands, as well as information on how to prepare for hurricane season, visit Storm Centre.
Watches...
Winds slow as Eta moves inland over Nicaragua
Hurricane Eta is now a Category 2 storm as it moves inland over northeastern Nicaragua but forecasters continue to warn the "dangerous" system could cause "life-threatening storm surge, catastrophic winds and flash flooding in portions of Central America".
Tropical Storm Eta forms in central Caribbean
Tropical Storm Eta formed in the central Caribbean late Saturday night and is expected to bring heavy rains, strong winds and rough seas to the Cayman Islands area.
Surefooted: Meet CIFA’s new goal-scoring king
Scholars’ Jonah Ebanks has taken the Cayman Islands Football Association Premier League by storm.
The forward has 11 goals through five games – more than...
Cayman golfers move up in world rankings
Three Cayman Islands golfers advanced in the world rankings this week, according to the World Amateur Golf Ranking website.
Justin Hastings, Aaron Jarvis and...
Fitzgerald runs hotel-room half marathon
To fight the monotony of quarantine, Daniel Fitzgerald decided to do something productive, and wound up running a half marathon for charity up and down the length of his hotel room.
FOOTBALL: Scholars, Latinos stay perfect
Scholars and Latinos each won over the weekend to stay perfect through three rounds of the Cayman Islands Football Association Premier League.
SWIMMING: Weathers to step down
Cayman Islands swimming technical director Bailey Weathers is set to leave the post next week.
SWIMMING: Stingray sweeps titles at Landon Von Kanel meet
Stingray Swim Club had two swimmers take high point honours in their respective age groups as it won the girls, boys and combined team titles at the Landon Von Kanel Memorial meet at Lions Pool.
Delta now a Category 4 hurricane
Hurricane Delta, which is strengthening in the northwest Caribbean, was upgraded to a Category 4 storm Tuesday morning as it begins to move further away from the Cayman Islands.
Delta intensifies into category 2 hurricane
For the latest information on storm activity in the Cayman Islands, as well as information on how to prepare for hurricane season, visit Storm Centre.
Hurricane...
Tropical Depression 25 forms in Caribbean
Tropical Storm 25 has formed in the northwest Caribbean, prompting warnings and watches along the the Yucatan Peninsula.
