Topic: brac
Minister: Cayman needs waste management plan
Taking out the trash may not seem like a complex subject - until government has to deal with it on a national level, health minister says.
Miller: ‘Draw line in sand’ on authorities
The Cayman Islands Maritime Authority was made an atypical example of government authorities losing money at the public's expense at the opening session of the Legislative Assembly.
Charity to host Brac benefit concert
The Lean on Me Charity will host a benefit concert on Cayman Brac next month.
LA meets on Brac for first time in decades
Lawmakers convene in Cayman Brac for the first time since March 2003.
Tibbetts powers public health board
The head of Cayman Brac’s electricity company has been appointed as the new chairman of the Health Services Authority board.
Baton relay on its way to Cayman
The Cayman Islands Olympic Committee will celebrate the Glasgow 2014 Queen’s Baton Relay, the traditional curtain raiser to the Commonwealth Games, here this week.
CAL seeks new planes for Brac
Cayman Airways is looking to lease new, larger planes to service the commuter route between Cayman Brac and Grand Cayman.
Islands prepare for disasters
Disaster management teams on Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac have been conducting exercises and preparatory work to deal with any potential crises.
Williams spiked plenty of interest
Noel Williams has just become the former president of the Cayman Islands Volleyball Federation after 10 years at the helm and leaves the sport in a far healthier state than he found it.
Brownies celebrate as Brigaders shine
Brac Brownies join Cayman sisters to celebrate 100 years.
BT focused again after setbacks
Bodden Town returned to winning ways domestically in the FA Cup over the weekend after three defeats in the Caribbean Football Union Club Championship in Puerto Rico the previous week.
Health authority offers a week of free health checks
In observation of World Health Day, the Health Services Authority is offering free health screenings for blood pressure and blood sugar.
Pond excavation to keep Brac hotel open
The owners of Cayman Brac’s Alexander Hotel have been given permission to excavate part of a neighboring pond, clearing the way for the venue to remain open.
Policy: Access to services biggest challenge for disabled
Cayman's comprehensive disability policy will require significant funding and a societal attitude change.
Pond odor could force Brac hotel closure
The owners of Cayman Brac’s Alexander Hotel are in talks with government to keep the struggling business open amid claims that the stench from a neighboring pond is turning off tourists.
Clifton Hunter top of the class
Clifton Hunter conquered all before them in taking the championship at the Inter-Secondary Track & Field Championships last Thursday.
Brac Ag Show rooted in success
More than 1,000 people packed the Agriculture Grounds in Cayman Brac over the weekend for the annual Agriculture Show.
TEDx forum brings scintillating ideas in first event
The global phenomenon of thought-provoking speeches known as TED talks will hit the Cayman Islands on April 3.
New reality series films in Cayman
A docu-style series, produced by Sean Rankine, whose family hails from the eastern end of Cayman, wraps up filming in the Cayman Islands.
Legislative Assembly to meet on Cayman Brac
Cayman's governing body will meet in Cayman Brac for the first time in more than a decade.
GT surprised by plucky Academy
George Town remain at the top of the Premier League after Sunday’s matches but may rue all its squandered chances in the 1-1 tie with Academy’s youngsters.
Kids get great service to net practice
Tennis options for youngsters in the Cayman Islands have rarely been better. There are so many great programs and initiatives.
Coach Dale Avery will continue to run the elite squad of around 16 kids after the first PwC event this year.
Brac artist: Freedom of speech being stifled
Local painter/sculptor says his art is biblical, not voodoo.
Farmers ready for Brac Agriculture Show
The Cayman Brac Agriculture Show takes place on Saturday, March 29.
Police select 15 to be trained as constables
The RCIPS has selected 15 new recruits to become police constables.
Nelson eager to hook up the Brac
As local fishing gains more international recognition, the Sister Islands are getting added attention.
Business in brief
A roundup of this week's business news.
Reggae Boyz have right vibe now
Roma United are one of the most exciting football teams in Cayman but for the past couple of seasons they have played in the second tier, the First Division.
US consular officer to visit Brac
A United States consular officer from the embassy in Jamaica will visit Cayman Brac Friday.
Derek Haines: Million dollar 'Marathon Man'
Let's come together as a country and give Mr. Haines the financial push he needs to secure a new facility for Cayman HospiceCare.
Thomas targets CARIFTA gold
Cayman’s track athletes get another chance to test themselves this weekend as the international outdoor season approaches.
Cubans escape in GT, recaptured same day
Cubans brought in on a cruise ship earlier this month try to escape from immigration officers' custody.
YMCA invites community to town hall meetings
The YMCA invites community members and leaders to participate in town hall meetings.
Business in brief
A roundup of the week's business briefs.
Brac trio motivated by Sanford
The Brac trio of Gabriela Ritch, Mara Hernandez-McLean and Amanda Ferguson may only each be 12 years old, but these youngsters are inspiring change among their peers.
Cubans land on Cayman Brac
Immigration officers were heading to Cayman Brac Tuesday evening after a boat of Cuban migrants sprung a leak and pulled into the island.
Retiring teacher bids farewell
Favourita Blanchard is returning to her homeland of Barbados after 21 years in the teaching profession in the Cayman Islands.
Report: Basic fuel standards needed
Local fuel quality is adequate, a review finds, but better standard regulation of gas and diesel is needed.
Brac cadet recruits graduate
A new class of recruits from the Cayman Brac Cadet Detachment participated in a passing out ceremony at Layman E. Scott High School.
Business in brief
A roundup of happenings in the lcoal business world.
Premier has two-day Brac, LC trip
Premier McLaughlin is off to Cayman Brac and Little Cayman for the latter part of this week.
Women get more props in March
March is the month that the world has set aside to look back on the achievements of women in history and to celebrate their accomplishments.
Boundary lines must be redrawn, minister says
Cayman may be looking at another redistricting prior to the next general election.
CARIFTA hopefuls smash records
The inaugural Cayman Islands Amateur Swimming Association National Swimming Championships saw many records tumble as CARIFTA hopefuls sprinted to qualifying times.
Recognition in the arts, culture
Guests attended Cayfest's annual National Arts and Awards ceremony, where the winners were announced.
Premier tackles ‘one man, one vote’
Government takes a new path on 'one man, one vote.'
Brac planners back three marina projects
Plans for three separate marinas have been recommended for approval by Cayman Brac’s Development Control Board.
Elite kids enjoy flawless start
After a week of positive national results, local youth football kicks into focus.
Brac hotelier: Marina will deal with Salt Water Pond smell
Plans for a $2.5 million marina and new tourist villas on the grounds of the Alexander Hotel on Cayman Brac will help deal with a millstone that has plagued the tourist venue since it was built, according to hotel management.
Base wage, 'one man, one vote' get consideration
Some hot button issues with voters will come before the Legislative Assembly this week.
Brac students get taste of healthcare
Students in the Sister Islands who are considering a career in the healthcare profession are learning from mentors at the Brac’s Faith Hospital.
Response to Feb. 19 Brac Dump Story
socolow on brac dump
Brac landfill a 'mini Mount Trashmore'
The landfill site on Cayman Brac is a miniature version of Grand Cayman’s infamous Mount Trashmore, according to residents.
Chamber slams gov't landfill plan
The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce urges government to forego the committee stage and find a landfill solution now.
Rare cruise visit for Brac
The arrival of a spectactular four-masted sail boat in Cayman Brac on Friday could herald the start of a new era of cruise tourism for the island.
Eco-Council: Its work is waiting
A plethora of pressing issues will put the new National Conservation Law to the test, perhaps sooner than contemplated.
C4C breaks down Gov't breakdown
Government's revenues approach two-thirds of a billion dollars. Why, then, does it consistently fail to provide 'essential' government services?
Cayman's other dumps
The George Town landfill isn't our country's only trash problem.
Air passengers get some relief
The Airports Authority has opened new tented areas for passengers to alleviate overcrowding at Owen Roberts International Airport.
District post offices to close Saturdays
Hell, Bodden Town, North Side and East End post offices will no longer be open on Saturday, as of Feb. 15, the Postal Service has announced.
Overtime, other costs for firefighters top $500,000
Some wholesale changes are being proposed for Cayman's fire service.
Hyperbaric chamber tackles more than just the bends
Commonly associated with scuba diving accidents and decompression sickness – the bends – hyperbaric oxygen therapy is now frequently used to treat other medical conditions, including wound healing and infections.
League kicks in with full schedule
The Premier League returned to action in earnest this week with matches on Sunday, mid-week and more this weekend too.
Junk metal shipped overseas
Thousands of tons of scrap metal from the George Town landfill site are being loaded on to barges to be shipped out of the Cayman Islands and sold overseas.
Green fund still dormant
Cash from the Environmental Protection Fund is unlikely to be available until after the next government budget – and even then only for ‘big ticket’ projects like land purchases or one-off surveys of endemic species.
Record turnout for Stride Against Cancer
More than 1,200 people took to the roads of the Cayman Islands Sunday to take part in the first nationwide Stride Against Cancer.
Chamber: No rush on ‘one man, one vote’
'One man, one vote' doesn't need to happen tomorrow, Chamber of Commerce leaders say.
In praise of Cayman’s finest
A tip of the hat, a clink of the glass to all those being honored during today’s National Heroes Day celebration.
Cancer run and walk is now in all islands
The Cayman Islands Stride Against Cancer’s first nationwide run and walk is on this weekend.
Heroes Day to mark national pride
A group of local people will be wearing their commitment to Cayman on their chests from next week.
Arts program finishes first term
Young students have been all about local art, history and culture during this school year.
