Topic: Bodden Town
Two men charged for pistol and ammunition
Two men were denied bail after they were found in a vehicle from which police recovered a loaded firearm.
Nursing has come a long way in Cayman
Nurses from the past would scarcely recognize the highly-educated professional Registered Nurses of today.
Budget: $69,000 spent per year, per prisoner
Cayman's prisoner housing costs continue their upward trend.
Decision 'imminent' on solar farm
A decision to authorize a 5 megawatt solar farm outside of Bodden Town is “imminent,” according to the managing director of the Electricity Regulatory Authority.
24 years of Cayman football history
When Jeffrey Webb became president of the Cayman Islands Football Association 24 years ago, there was so little documentation and memorabilia that its entire history was handed to him in a shoebox.
Acting fire chief arrested in hit-and-run
Cayman's acting fire chief is arrested in connection with a January hit-and-run accident that left a 14-year-old hospitalized for months.
Cleanup begins after heavy rains
Residents on Thursday were dealing with the aftermath of heavy rains that caused flooding in many Cayman neighborhoods over a three-day span.
Severe weather warnings for Grand Cayman
Flooding and high water has affected roads and communities in North
Side, George Town and Bodden Town, according to Hazard Management Cayman
Islands. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution on the roads.
Heavy rains pound Cayman
Heavy rains soaked Cayman for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, driving some residents out of their homes, forcing motorists to take alternate routes and prompting some schools to close.
Baines: Police have money – but problems hiring
The Royal Cayman Islands Police have money to hire more officers, but actually doing so is proving to be a challenge.
CIFA meeting in emergency session
The executive committee of the Cayman Islands Football Association called an emergency meeting Monday night to discuss the future of the organization following the arrest of its president and figurehead Jeff Webb on bribery charges in Switzerland.
Cayman reacts: Shock, sympathy and silence
Allegations that FIFA vice president and Cayman Islands resident Jeff Webb took millions of dollars in bribes were greeted with a mix of silence and sympathy by senior politicians and soccer officials in the territory.
Kids in far districts get tennis coaching
Dozens of kids living in the outer districts are enjoying tennis coaching again this term, thanks to a generous donation by Cayman National.
Home for disabled youth making a move
Residents at Maple House, a home for youth and young adults with disabilities, will move soon to a new home in the Bodden Town-Northward area.
Windsor Park graduates emergency response team
Windsor Park residents have formed a Community Emergency Response Team after 14 weeks of training.
Premier says he will back 'one man, one vote'
Cayman's premier vows to press on with changes in the territory's general election voting system.
'Summer Heat' fundraiser aims to boost support for Hopkins
The Cayman Islands Boxing Association hosts another boxing event in to raise funding to send teenager Hopkins Ebanks to the Commonwealth Youth Games in Samoa in September.
McLean: Government neglecting East End
While the government brags about a surplus budget, it is failing meet the needs of the people of East End, the district’s elected representative Arden McLean said.
Tourism development boom highlighted
Citing seven new multi-million dollar hotel and tourism projects in the works, Tourism Minister Moses Kirkconnell told legislators “investor confidence” is returning to the Cayman Islands.
MLA Suckoo: FFR still handcuffing government
Cayman's government could do a lot more to help its people, if its hands weren't tied by U.K.-agreed fiscal constraints, an MLA says.
Mayfest a feast of color, dance and food
Filipino dancers, whole roast pigs, Guyana roti, Cayman mangoes, turtle stew, jerk chicken, plants, popcorn and jewelry – the Bodden Town Heritage Committee Mayfest event on Monday had it all.
Archer: Cayman's financial 'freedom' still needs work
The Cayman Islands may indeed emerge from the end of its 2015/16 budget without the United Kingdom needing to approve future government spending plans, Finance Minister Marco Archer confirmed Friday.
Rare Cayman ghost orchid in bloom
The Conservation Law gives new protections to Cayman's endangered plants and animals, including the rare ghost orchid, now in bloom.
Water pipeline work to close part of Bodden Town Road
Parts of Bodden Town Road will be closed for two months while the Water Authority installs a new main line.
Telecom investments hit new record
Investments in telecom and the number of Internet connections in Cayman hit a new record last year.
West Bay-based Scholars celebrate Premier League title
Scholars International are the 2014/2015 Premier League champs.
Country comes to Bodden Town for Mayfest
The Bodden Town Heritage Committee is hosting a Mayfest event to bring the community’s diverse nationalities together.
'A house divided': A unified vision for the Cayman Islands
The current conversation about redistricting and voter equality in the Cayman Islands is, in a word, too "divisive."
Report proposes new BT fire station
U.K.-based fire service experts advocate for a new fire station in Bodden Town district.
Cox Lumber opens in Bodden Town
After seven years in the works, Cox Lumber Ltd. opened its doors in Bodden Town Friday.
Manslaughter charge after cyclist's death
A man appeared in court Friday charged with manslaughter, causing death by careless driving and leaving the scene of an accident following the death of cyclist Donnie Ray Connor along the Linford Pierson Highway on April 23.
Boundary commission invites more input
After completing the round of district meetings, the Electoral Boundary Commission will hold "open house" May 19, 20 and 21.
25% of Caymanians not registered to vote
A quarter of eligible voters in Cayman are not registered for the May 2017 general election.
Districts on opposite ends of voting debate
West Bay and Bodden Town districts go in different directions on a proposed voting change for Cayman.
Road dangers focus of memorial walk
Saturday morning walkers and joggers will gather on South Sound Road to remember a walker killed last week and highlight problems with drunk driving and road safety.
Case made for extra Legislative Assembly seat
George Towners debate increasing the size of Cayman's Legislative Assembly.
Suspected hit-and-run driver arrested
A quick arrest made in last week's hit-and-run death.
Tourism arrivals break new records
Cayman needs more hotel beds to accommodate the growing number of tourists flocking to these shores, according to tourism chiefs.
Affordable homes sales increase
Of the 20 afforable homes in Bodden Town, 15 have now been sold or are in the final stages of bank approval.
East Enders meet on voting boundaries
A small group of East Enders at a public meeting last wek were unanimous in their opinion that the district electoral boundary should remain as it is.
Pedestrian was seventh victim this year on Cayman's roads
A woman pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and killed on South Sound Road early Saturday morning.
Gealey graces Cayman Islands Fashion Week
Grace Gealey is touching down in Cayman for a couple of days to co-host Cayman Islands Fashion Week’s event “Fashion Rocks” at the Lions Centre on Saturday.
'That nah happen' (It might very well happen)
When North Side MLA Ezzard Miller and East End MLA Arden McLean argue for the preservation of their districts' boundaries, they are actually arguing for protection of their political livelihoods.
Hydes re-elected tourism boss
Ken Hydes vowed to work to continue the upward momentum of the tourism industry after being re-elected as president of the Cayman Islands Tourism Association on Wednesday.
Scholars are league champs as Elite fail to close the gap
Scholars International are the Premier League champs despite not kicking a ball.
Elite Sports Club needed to beat Cayman Athletic on Wednesday night to maintain their challenge on Scholars for the title but could only manage a 3-3 draw at the TE McField Annex.
Opposition says no to election changes
At a public meeting Tuesday, opposition leader McKeeva Bush told supporters to oppose election changes.
Cayman marks Vaccination Week
Cayman public health officials will host free clinics next week for children who need vaccinations.
Setting boundaries on redistricting
There is no reason why North Side and East End should continue to enjoy having an "extra" seat in the Legislative Assembly.
Bodden edges Scholars closer
Roma never made it easy for the champions elect at the TE McField Annex, partly because they are in sixth place, perilously close to the relegation zone and need at least one win from their remaining fixtures to breath easily.
Minister: Speed limit changes to take effect in May
Drivers through Cayman's main tourism district will soon find slow going.
Tests examine dump's impact on North Sound
A series of tests are under way to determine the impact of the George Town Landfill site on the surrounding environment, including the North Sound.
Scholars finish strong, have title in sight
Scholars International can seal the Premier League title this weekend if they beat Roma United at the TE McField Annex.
Boundary Commission to hold public meetings
The Electoral Boundaries Commission plans to hold a series of public meetings this month.
Bodden Town man injured in hit and run
A 56-year-old man suffered serious injuries in a hit and run in Bodden Town early Saturday.
Woman attacked in home
Police arrested a 46-year-old Bodden Town man Friday on suspicion of attempting to assault a woman while armed with a knife after breaking into her home.
Judge calls for urgent resources to tackle mental health issues
Unsuccessful and ongoing efforts to treat a female robbery defendant for a bipolar disorder and her drug addiction are highlighting deficiencies within Cayman’s ability to treat people with mental health issues, a court heard.
Registration for public schools open
Registration for places at government reception classes, primary and secondary schools is now open.
CUC expands renewable energy program
Caribbean Utilities Company has announced an increase from 3 megawatts to 4 megawatts in the amount of renewable energy it will accept onto the national grid, sparking fears the move will damage the solar energy industry.
Dozens of affordable homes sit empty
The National Housing Development Trust struggles with empty homes that should be filled and occupied homes that should be empty.
On the 'occurrence' at Owen Roberts: Just roll the tape
The March 22 incident at Grand Cayman airport is a “tale of the tape” - that is, the truth is contained on the recordings of communications between air traffic controllers and the pilots.
Air traffic controllers address landing incident
Cayman’s air traffic controllers issue a statement addressing last week’s incident at Owen Roberts International Airport in which two aircraft came within a minute of colliding.
Officials downplay airport incident
Aviation officials are investigating an incident at the Owen Roberts International Airport on Sunday in which two aircraft, one awaiting departure and the other incoming, were forced to abort their flight plans.
Sealy keeps World Cup hopes high
Cayman Islands made an encouraging return to international football thanks to the heroics of goalkeeper Ramon Sealy on Wednesday night.
An 'occurrence' that never should have occurred
An incident at Owen Roberts International Airport involving two jetliners that the Cayman Islands Airports Authority is simply calling an "occurrence" is no trivial matter.
Finding a new landfill location: Not 'if,' but 'when'
James Schubert, Cayman's solid waste management chief, was asked a direct question. He responded with a direct (and we would suggest, honest) answer.
Gas prices sink below $4 a gallon at three Cayman service stations
Cayman's average gas prices keep falling, but for how long?
Survey: Cayman's population largest ever
Cayman's population grew substantially during 2014, according to government estimates.
The dump is on fire: A poisonous portent from Jamaica
The Riverton City blaze is a graphic illustration of what inevitably happens to poorly managed dumps, including Grand Cayman's.
Scholars rise to top of the class
The Cayman Islands Premier League will see a new name on the coveted championship trophy because reigning title holders Bodden Town are too far behind to retain it.
George Town road widening to begin this month
Road works seeking to widen and improve connections to two key roads in the central George Town area are scheduled to begin within the next month, according to the National Roads Authority.
Crash victim was mother of four, hospital physio
A local healthcare professional and mother to four died in Wednesday's car crash.
Truck smashes into wall in Bodden Town
A man was hospitalized after his truck smashed into a wall in Bodden Town.
