Topic: Bodden Town
50 years ago: Bodden Town’s first ever floor show
“The first floor show ever presented in Bodden Town was staged at the Ocean View Theatre on Friday night May 6.
What’s going on in Bodden Town?
Will someone please tell me what I have missed that has been accomplished in Bodden Town in three years that is worth bragging about?
Schools tennis program nets fans in Bodden Town
The Cayman Tennis Federation schools outreach program continues to elicit a lot of excitement from district primary students.
Primary school students visit Joint Marine Unit
The RCIPS Joint Marine Unit recently hosted 32 Bodden Town Primary school Year 1 students on an action-packed day-long field trip on April 28.
Astronomical Society meets next week
The Cayman Islands Astronomical Society will hold its next regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. May 11 at Pedro St. James.
50 years ago: Government asked to step up services
In the April 27, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Haig Bodden wrote: “For many years now the district of Bodden Town has been neglected by Government."
This month at the Watler House studio at Pedro
The Visual Arts Society will host a number of workshops and other events this month at the Watler House studio at Pedro St. James.
Roadwork postponed
Island Paving Ltd. has rescheduled to July 5 the roadwork to reinstate Bodden Town Road between Gun Square Road and Monument Road.
Man killed by truck in his front yard
Bodden Town man Louis Rhoden, 70, died Monday evening after being pinned between his truck and a palm tree in his yard.
UPDATED: One killed in Bodden Town accident
A single-car accident in Bodden Town killed one person Monday evening.
UPDATED: Cyclist killed in hit and run
Two traffic accidents in the Savannah area Saturday morning are causing major traffic tailbacks.
Cleanup sparks call for further action
The tally was considerable, the volunteers were weary and, in terms of making Bodden Town a cleaner place, the result was a positive one at this year’s Earth Day cleanups in the district.
50 years ago: Selkirk Watler profiled
In the April 27, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, the paper’s Personality Parade featured a Bodden Towner: “Full marks for success in a business undertaking go to our ‘Personality’ for this week, Mr. Selkirk Watler, who is one of the island’s leading real estate agents."
A White House wedding in April
Hugh Cotterell waited 10 years before asking Karen Woon Sam to spend the rest of their lives together.
New track opens
Hopes are high that a new public track at Bodden Town Primary School will benefit students and local athletes, and provide a convenient, safe and easily accessible area for the community to exercise.
Police arrest firearms suspect
A man who police said pulled a gun on two Royal Cayman Islands Police Service officers on April 17 was arrested early Friday in George Town’s Prospect neighborhood.
Coming up in Bodden Town
Over the next few days, the district will be getting a little greener and artists will have the chance to channel their muses at some of the upcoming events in Bodden Town.
Motorcyclist injured in Bodden Town accident
An 18-year old motorcyclist was catapulted into the bushes after losing control of his bike Saturday evening.
Wild meat, garden plots and fish pots
For Bodden Town residents tasked with securing food for their families in Cayman’s earlier days, a combination of hunting, farming and fishing along with a healthy dose of cooperation usually ensured no table went bare.
Beach ride
Easter has always been traditionally set aside for ‘beach time,’ be it camping, fishing, barbecuing or swimming.
Bodden Town man arrested in burglaries
A Bodden Town man, Jeff Pandohie Powell, has been charged in connection with two burglaries at private homes in that district last month.
BT water pipeline work delayed
The Water Authority has temporarily halted its work replacing a water pipeline in Bodden Town.
The road to Bodden Town’s proposed $200 million hotel
Work is under way to construct a new stretch of road adjacent to the site of a planned five-star resort in Beach Bay, Bodden Town.
Jury returns verdicts of unlawful killing, suicide
A coroner’s jury considering the deaths of Nichelle Anna-Kay Thomas, 21, and Devon Roy Campbell, 39 returned verdicts on Friday after hearing evidence about the couple’s volatile and abusive relationship.
Meet Cayman’s king of recycling
If there’s anyone who can be considered the embodiment of the saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” Bodden Town resident Emile Levy fits the bill.
Agriculture in the spotlight
Officials from St. Kitts and Nevis recently accompanied a number of local agriculture officials on a tour of farms in the Bodden Town area.
50 years ago: Call for proper conduct by off-duty police
In the March 2, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote: “A least 6 members of the Cayman Islands Police Force are from Bodden Town and therefore their conduct and welfare is of particular interest to the citizens of this area."
Inquests begin for couple in ‘volatile relationship’
A coroner’s jury heard Monday that police were called five times to the home of Nichelle Anna-Kay Thomas, 21, and her boyfriend Devon Roy Campbell, 39, whose bodies were discovered at a home in Bodden Town in February 2014.
Police investigate indecent assault, child pornography cases
Police in Cayman are investigating a case of indecent assault and a child pornography case.
Cuban migrants took illegal Cayman ‘vacation’
Two Cuban migrants pleaded guilty on Friday to landing without permission of immigration officials, telling the court they had turned themselves in after their money was spent.
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Cuban boat abandoned and decaying on Beach Bay
El Arca landed at Beach Bay Jan. 31. More than 30 people squeezed aboard the estimated 24-foot wooden sailboat for the journey from Cuba to Honduras, where the refugees could travel north by land to the United States.
Orchid blooms a love for one BT resident
The connotation of exclusivity that orchids and their cultivation carry is reflected in the fact that they are some of the most exquisite and expensive flowers in the world.
New pharmacy coming to Bodden Town
Bodden Town will be getting its own pharmacy this year, as part of two-phase development in the district.
Horsing around makes for memorable fire safety talk
A recent visit by the Cayman Islands Fire Services to the Cayman Riding School on Hirst Road in Savannah was a hit with young riders and firemen alike.
50 years ago: A play, fellowship and visitors
In the Feb. 16, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote: "Many persons will recall the hilarious comedy that was staged a the local Town Hall on New Year’s night."
The fishermen of Bodden Town
Hugh Bush, Kevin Levy, Olson Levy, John Andrews, Truman, Tony and Ronnie Minzett, Marko Whittaker and Bradley McLaughlin are all from a long line of Caymanian fishermen.
Music legend ‘Lammie’ wins Lifetime Achievement Award
Fireworks lit up George Town harbor Monday evening to celebrate renowned musician Lambert “Lammie” Seymour as he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Cayman Music and Entertainment Association at the Cayman Mardi Gras kick-off event.
Celebrating coconuts at Pedro Castle
Pedro Castle will be going nuts for coconuts on Feb. 20. The Savannah historic site will be the setting for Coco Fest, a coconut festival happening in partnership with Tamer Soliman and Rob Tyler, the team behind the documentary “Bright Spot,” which examines the traditional role of coconuts in Cayman.
50 years ago: Some recommended improvements
In the Feb. 9, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote: “Sunday a week ago a motor car ran off the road and over the precipice at the dangerous guard house corner at the entrance to this town."
One family’s battle with foreclosure
Emily Seymour, 67, surveys the scene from the front porch of the home she has owned for 30 years.
District readies for Agriculture Show
The 49th Cayman Islands Agriculture Show is taking place once again this year on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 10 at the Grounds in Lower Valley.
Then and now: the Lighthouse in Breakers
Originally opened as the Lighthouse Club in 1966, the structure was designed and owned by Leon Hull. The head carpenter on the project was Cedric Levy of Bodden Town. Mr. Hull used narrow gauge railway tracks shipped in from Texas as the reinforcing beams, which proved their robustness as the main structure of the Lighthouse Restaurant held firm during Hurricane Ivan.
District artist making a splash
Ren and Mikael Seffer’s White Dog studio opened in Breakers four years ago, showcasing a variety of original artwork and prints.
District civil servant gets kudos from government
Savanah’s Evelyn McTaggart was given the Deputy Governor’s Award for her outstanding service in November 2015.
50 Years ago: Questions on government spending
In the Feb. 2, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote: “Each morning for over a week now a group of men from this Town travel to a point almost opposite the Beach Club, off the West Bay Road, where they are engaged in clearing the property of Mr. O. W. Foster."
Home invasion in Bodden Town
Three men armed with knives broke into a Bodden Town home early Wednesday, bound two residents inside and stole jewelry and cash, the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service reported.
Work continues on Bodden Town water main
Motorists are reminded that water works are taking place along the main road in Bodden Town just past the Gun Square cannons.
Civil servants stepping toward good health
Government is taking steps to boost the fitness of its civil servants by hosting the “Every Step Counts” pedometer challenge, and government workers in Bodden Town are taking it in stride.
50 years ago: A call for better parenting
In the Jan. 26, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote: “During the course of last week four children were expelled from the Cayman Secondary Grammar School for conduct unbecoming schoolchildren."
Bodden Town students race to finish line
School House Sand left their competitors in the dust as they raced to the finish line at Bodden Town Primary School Sports Day at...
Lions welcome new members
It was a time to honor the past, recognize service and look to the future for members of Grand Cayman’s Lions community on Saturday,...
CIEF National Jumping Series kicks off
These young equestrians were among the many competitors taking part in the first of four events in the Cayman Islands Equestrian Federation National Jumping...
50 years ago: Call for accessible long-term financing
In the Jan. 19, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
“Today there are...
Did you know?
According to Cayman’s Economics and Statistics Office, Bodden Town is the second most populated district of the Cayman Islands, which has a total estimated...
Discovering East End’s hidden treasures by bike
Plenty of visitors flock to Seven Mile Beach for its spectacular sunsets, and if Shane Edwards has his way, they’ll soon be just as eager to trek out to the East End around sunrise.
Dog House sports bar reopening at Grand Harbour
The Dog House sports bar at Grand Harbour is reopening alongside five other bars and restaurants at the site.
50 years ago: Mobile ice cream debuts, healthcare questions
In the Jan. 12, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
A primer on old-time directions
Caymanians give directions much like a story progressing from beginning to end, traditionally turning to landmarks to describe how to get from one point to another.
Miss Cayman motorcade on Saturday
Eight contestants in the Miss Cayman contest will be parading on Cayman’s roads Saturday to drum up public support for the beauty queen title.
Savannah celebrates seniors
Savannah Newlands revelers were out in full force at the senior citizens’ Christmas party on Wednesday, Dec. 16.
Tourism arrivals increase in 2015
Last year was another record year for tourism in the Cayman Islands, though growth was marginal compared with the rest of the region.
Voter numbers continue to decline
The number of registered voters in Cayman has continued to decline since the general elections in May 2013.
Cayman’s tomato crop struggling
Tomato farmers are reporting that this year’s crop is failing to produce any fruit.
Primary Football League wraps up third-round playoffs
The 2015/2016 CUC Primary Football League and Girls Primary Football League playoffs resumed on Saturday, Jan. 9, with the third round of games at the Annex Field following the Christmas break.
Robber punches 77-year-old Rum Point tourist in face
A man armed with a knife robbed three tourists while they were sitting on their back deck in Rum Point on Monday evening, police reported.
Bush raises questions over vehicle licensing center
Cayman's opposition leader asks the governor to look into the construction of a vehicle licensing facility in Breakers.
Cayman Premier League matches set for this weekend
The Cayman Islands Football Association’s Premier League is under way, with four matches being held over the coming weekend.
The shifting sands beneath the government’s feet
With about a year-and-a-half to go until the 2017 elections, the ground is once again trembling beneath Cayman’s elected government.
Young parents in East End concerned over lack of jobs
Some young parents in East End are speaking out about the difficulties they have in finding jobs.
50 years ago: Annual garden party draws crowds
The annual New Year's Day garden party attracted a large Bodden Town crowd as usual.
A simple life growing up in Bodden Town
A look back at life in Bodden Town 50 years ago.
