Topic: Bodden Town
Central Mangrove Wetland is Cayman’s heart and lungs
The district of Bodden Town is home to the Central Mangrove Wetland, considered by some to be the ecological heart of Grand Cayman, home to a wide range of animals, birds and aquatic life.
Bodden Town sees in new year with traditional garden party
Webster United Memorial Church celebrated New Year’s Day with a garden party at Manse Road in Bodden Town.
Premier’s New Year’s message 2016
Fellow Caymanians, residents and guests; Happy New Year.
A month-by-month roundup of Cayman’s 2015 news stories
Top stories of 2015 in the Cayman Islands
Top stories of 2015: One man, one vote approved
The approval of 'one man, one vote' in 2015 marked a "sea change" in Cayman Islands politics.
Alva Suckoo resigns from PPM
Bodden Town representative Alva Suckoo resigned from the ruling Progressives party Wednesday, saying he believed the country’s Christian foundations were “under attack”.
Top stories of 2015: Twelve die in road accidents
Twelve people died in car accidents in 2015, three times as many as the year before.
In Memoriam: Obituaries of 2015
Obituaries of nine people who died in 2015 and who received Queen's Honours during their lifetime.
50 years ago: Exploding fridge damages home
In December 1965, Bodden Town correspondent A.B. Hunter wrote in the Caymanian Weekly of a home in Pedro that was partially destroyed in a fire after a refrigerator exploded in the kitchen.
Christmas at Belford
Bodden Towners enjoyed a festive Christmas party at the Belford Estates Community Emergency Response Team annual family fun day.
Top stories of 2015: Dart's grand plans change Cayman landscape
The current and future plans of the Dart group continued to alter Cayman’s landscape in significant ways in 2015.
Top stories of 2015: Lawmaker's motion against same-sex unions sparks debate
A speech on the topic of same-sex unions made in the Legislative Assembly in August, sparked a months-long and still ongoing debate that pitted members of the Cayman Islands government against those advocating for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals.
Two machete woundings reported over Christmas
Emergency services responded to two separate reports of people being injured by machetes over the Christmas holidays.
Where will you be on New Year's Eve?
If you haven't yet made your New Year's Eve plans, it is time to get on it. The clock is ticking away, Cinderella.
50 years ago: Bodden Town Christmas message – bury the hate
In the Dec. 22, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
Exhibition explores Christmas in Bodden Town
The Bodden Town Heritage Committee was hard at work conjuring up old-time holiday memories and cheer, spiced with a dash of modern day traditions, at its annual Christmas exhibition at the James Manoah Bodden Town Civic Centre.
MLA McTaggart joins Progressives
George Town MLA Roy McTaggart removed the “independent” from his title Tuesday, joining the Progressives political party and announcing that he would campaign with the Progressives for re-election in 2017.
Red Bay church Christmas caroling trailer hits the streets
The Red Bay Church of God Holiness caroling trailer took to the roads for the 29th consecutive year, spreading Christmas cheer to Cayman residents on Tuesday night.
What's your favorite part of Christmas in Cayman, Bodden Town?
With Christmas just around the corner, the season brings with it all sorts of special memories and traditions.
Ironwood commits to hiring locals
The developers behind the planned Ironwood golf resort have committed to a target of hiring a workforce of mostly Caymanian employees as part of a duty concessions agreement with government.
Diners may now enjoy majestic grandeur of The White House
With the appointment of a new executive chef with more than 18 years culinary experience, The White House, an impressive 21,000 square foot estate, offers a new dining destination for lunch and dinner.
Tour the lights with National Trust or solo
If you weren't lucky enough to get a seat on the National Trust's bus tour of Christmas lights, just jump in the car with friends and family to do the tour yourselves.
Opening night at The White House
The White House Restaurant, Bar, Beach Resort and Venue officially opened on Nov. 6 with great fanfare after much anticipation, and many guests in attendance.
50 Years ago: Civil service exodus prediction justified
In the Dec. 15, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
Car tire tree wins 'Christmas round the world'
Christiana Edwards, an artist from East End, won first prize for her original decorated Christmas tree at the Bodden Town cultural committee’s “Christmas Round the World” event on Saturday.
Cayman Prep, Red Bay remain undefeated in U-11 Champions Cup
The second round of games in the 2015/2016 CUC Primary Football League and Girls Primary Football League playoffs were played Saturday at the Annex Field.
Professor: Same-sex unions legislation 'inevitable' in Cayman
When human rights professor Robert Wintemute visited the Cayman Islands in January to deliver a critique of the islands’ “out of date” laws on rights for homosexuals, he hoped to start a conversation.
Shotgun stolen in burglary
A 12-gauge Maverick shotgun was stolen in a burglary at a home in East End on Monday, police said.
South Sound home for Enterprise City
The recent approval of the master zoning plan for Cayman Enterprise City's campus is positive news.
Rolling out the Kimpton carpet for One Young World
The opening of Dart's Kimpton Seafire Resort in late 2016 foreshadows a much-needed renaissance in Cayman's lagging mid-level to upscale tourism room inventory.
VIVO offers flavor-packed food filled with goodness
Delicious, good-for-you fare is on the table at newly opened VIVO Cafe
Cayman cemeteries face grave problem
Two Cayman Islands districts face looming problems with cemetery space, with the problem in West Bay district being the most severe and East End looking to close one of its cemeteries next year.
New fire chief plans focus on response times, risk management
David Hails underwent what he described as a “baptism by fire” this week during an unannounced visit to the Cayman Islands, where he was introduced as the new chief fire officer.
50 years ago: 'Stitch in time' could help Civil Service
Bodden Town notes from 1965
Cultural Committee hosting Christmas event this weekend
The Bodden Town Cultural Committee is hosting an event showcasing Christmas traditions from around the world at Harry McCoy Sr. Park, off Gun Square, Bodden Town on Saturday, Dec. 12.
New registration and licensing center set to open in January
The Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing will start offering inspection, registration and drivers’ licensing to more conveniently service Grand Cayman’s eastern districts starting in January.
Christmas wishes: Keep it kind, Cayman Islands
Our elected statesmen would do well to draw inspiration from the sounds of Christmas, and utilize the feelings of goodwill and politeness to temper their political discourse.
Designs unveiled for Beach Bay resort
Dramatic and futuristic designs for a planned US$250 million luxury resort in Bodden Town were unveiled Saturday at an event in Miami Beach.
Beach Bay Land Ltd. announced TEN Arquitectos of Mexico City and New York as the winner of its design competition for work on the resort at St. James Point, Beach Bay. The firm’s concept designs show hotel and condo buildings curving along the coastline.
Primary Football League playoffs take center stage at Annex
The first round of the 2015/2016 CUC Primary Football League and Girls’ Primary Football League playoffs concluded on Saturday at the Annex Field with a number of thrilling match-ups.
Landfill conundrum: ‘Location, location, location’
In irony almost beyond words (but not quite), the government's "solution" to the George Town dump site is to make it permanent.
50 years ago: New Year's Day plans and a shopping trip to Miami
In the Dec. 1, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a predecessor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote about plans for the annual New Year’s Day event and a shopping trip to Miami:
In Bodden Town, garden parties of today and yesteryear
For many decades, the Webster United Memorial Church has welcomed in the New Year by celebrating Caymanian cultural traditions with fun, fellowship and food at its annual garden party for visitors and residents.
PAWS Thrift Shop restocks from donations
For PAWS, it’s all for the love of animals.
Free AIDS testing this week
Six days of free HIV/AIDS testing have been organized this week as part of the observance of World AIDS Day, Dec. 1.
MLA Alva Suckoo silent on future plans
Bodden Town MLA Alva Suckoo declined to discuss on Monday any future political plans he may have with regard to political party membership.
Playoffs kick in now for primary kids
Primary school football action concluded its regular season games on Saturday with Cayman Prep, Savannah Primary and Cayman International School respectively topping the Under-9, U-11 boys’ and Girls’ Primary Football League standings. All teams now go into the playoffs.
Eden's Progressives departure sets off political uproar
The departure of long-serving Bodden Town MLA Anthony Eden from the Progressives-led government last week sparked a behind-the-scenes political scramble and was viewed by some Cayman politics insiders as a potential foreshadowing of others leaving the Progressives party.
Mr. Eden said he would sit on the other side of the Legislative Assembly when the House next meets in the new year.
MLA Eden leaves PPM over civil union issue
A founding member of the People’s Progressive Movement political
party left the organization Thursday after a months-long dispute over
the legal acceptance of same-sex unions in the Cayman Islands.
School aide denies indecently assaulting schoolgirls
A former teacher’s aide pleaded not guilty Thursday to 10 charges of indecent assault on seven primary schoolgirls.
50 years ago: Eyesores and need for cemetery
In the Nov. 24, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a predecessor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote that it was a pity that restoration of historical sites was confined to those in George Town, particularly Fort George.
Age proves no barrier for young Bodden Town community activist
A young girl’s concern for her community is turning heads and causing a stir.
Bulk waste collections begin
It’s time to get rid of old household appliances, furniture and yard waste: the annual bulk waste clean-up campaign started this week.
Obituary: Sibert Rudolph 'Bert' Watler, 1919-2015
War veteran, former Serjeant-At-Arms and real estate broker Sibert Rudolph “Bert” Watler passed away Tuesday morning. He was 96.
Straight talk on gay marriage
On some subjects, particularly ones whose fundamental nature is cultural or moral, there is no clear opportunity for compromise. In the Cayman Islands, same-sex marriage is one of these.
Premier, human rights body clash on same-sex unions
The government cannot consider any request to recognize same sex unions, Premier Alden McLaughlin said in a letter to the Human Rights Commission that was made public on Monday.
Free speech, hate speech, and Mr. Eden’s speech
As an individual, Anthony Eden has a protected right to free speech. As an elected MLA, Mr. Eden is sworn to uphold the Constitution. This is where the trouble begins.
Gimistory canceled for 2015
Gimistory, Cayman’s annual storytelling festival and one of the perennial highlights on the Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s calendar, will not be held this year.
Governor: Religious beliefs 'not relevant' to commission appointments
Cayman Islands Governor Helen Kilpatrick confirmed Thursday that religious beliefs of government appointees should have nothing to do with their service on public commissions.
50 years ago in Bodden Town: Rededicating the church
In the Nov. 17, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a predecessor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
Bodden Town Heritage Day is Friday
This year’s Bodden Town Heritage Day on Friday promises to bring Bodden Town’s history and culture to the fore. The event is at Harry McCoy Sr. Park off Gun Square Road and admission is free.
MLA Anthony Eden 'We do not need an atheist chairing our Cayman Islands...
Saying recent statements showed a “total apparent disrespect for the majority of residents in Cayman,” Bodden Town MLA Anthony Eden suggested Wednesday that the current chairman of the Human Rights Commission be replaced.
New parking for Bodden Town Heritage Day
Visitors attending Bodden Town Pirates Week Heritage Day activities this year will no longer have to worry about parking.
Wright's on target again
Dwayne “Gaza” Wright has been one of the Premier League’s top scorers for years and this season is no exception. The Elite Sports Club forward hit his sixth goal in five games as Elite beat George Town 2-1 at the TE McField Annex on Sunday.
CUC third quarter earnings increase
Caribbean Utilities Company reported quarterly net earnings of $7.9 million for the three months ending Sept. 30, 2015, an increase of $1.7 million compared to the same period in 2014.
Red Bay aims for third U-11 title
There was some excellent youth football during the sixth round of the 2015/16 CUC Primary Football League and Girls Primary Football League regular seasons on Saturday.
3-year sentence in Bodden Town burglary
A judge sentenced a man to 39 months after he pleaded guilty to a daytime burglary in Bodden Town.
Pirates land in Grand Cayman!
The pirates came ashore Saturday amidst the sounds of cannon and musket fire, quickly outnumbering the red-coated British soldiers assembled on the dock.
Thousands of revelers awaited the landing along the waterfront, which turned out to be a relatively peaceful affair. Peaceful, that is, once the swashbucklers successfully kidnapped the governor – or at least the man playing the part of governor for the annual rite kicking off the Pirates Week parade.
Scholars will not find Sunset dull
Scholars International face Sunset at the Ed Bush stadium in the most attractive fixture of the Premier League matches on Sunday.
School aide 'fit to plead' in indecent assaults on girls
The man accused in a series of indecent assaults on girls at a primary school where he worked is fit to enter a plea, Magistrate Valdis Foldats said during a brief hearing Thursday morning.
50 years ago: Appeal for Bodden Town police station
In the Nov. 10, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a predecessor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
Thomas Russell Beach ideal for snorkeling
The many beaches of Grand Cayman all have their particular charms, and the experience at Thomas Russell Beach in Bodden Town is one of peace and tranquility.
Cayman’s disabled face ‘unnecessary’ discrimination
Cayman’s human rights watchdog has taken current and past governments to task over failures to implement legislation protecting disabled residents from potential discrimination.
