Topic: Cayman Brac
Government paid 47 percent more for Cayman Brac land
The Cayman Islands government paid nearly 50 percent more for land purchased on Cayman Brac in 2012 than the same parcel sold for in November 2010.
Development board reappointed after audit report
All serving members of the Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Development Control Board have been reappointed through mid-2017 following the release to lawmakers of an auditor’s report that questioned some of the board’s activities.
Surveying the auditor general’s report on land management
The latest report from the Cayman Islands auditor general on government’s land management practices covers so much topical ground that we believe it may be instructive to provide some focused analysis.
Auditor General Report: Planning decisions 'not transparent'
Cayman's financial watchdog shines the spotlight on the appointed boards that control local development behind the scenes.
Artist nurtures his talent during Jersey residency
Caymanian artist Horacio Esteban shares what he learned from taking part in the recent "Inter-island Artist Lock-In" in Jersey.
From Grand to Little. a relaxing island-hop
What is there to do in Little Cayman if you are not a scuba diver? Not a lot, which is the beauty of this tiny largely undeveloped island.
Auditor General Report 'Political direction' used in land purchases
A questionable government land purchase in Cayman Brac catches the auditor general's attention.
Dozens of Cuban migrants sent home
Nearly 50 Cuban migrants who arrived here illegally in June are sent back to Havana.
Students receive Duke of Edinburgh Awards
Eighty teens and young adults have been awarded for their efforts after two years of work in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program.
Brac library gets a face-lift
After 20 years of use, and through two hurricanes, Ivan and Paloma, the old carpet in the Cayman Brac public library has been replaced with new carpet tiles.
Four women make history as Rotary presidents
Rotaract clubs make history by electing four female presidents at the same time.
A look inside the Royal Navy's Lyme Bay
The British Navy gave several Cayman residents and reporters a chance to tour the RFA Lyme Bay support ship during its five-day stopover in Cayman.
Online poll: Most not planning to leave Cayman on summer vacation
More than half the respondents to a caymancompass.com online poll who live in the Cayman Islands are not planning to leave the islands on vacation this summer.
Paramount shock mighty Cubs
The wait was hard but the victory was worth every minute of it. It was the last tournament of a very competitive local season, played at the Smith Road Oval last weekend. Paramount is the 2015 Division 2 T20 Champions.
British Navy ship visits Cayman
British Navy support ship the RFA Lyme Bay is scheduled to arrive Wednesday in Grand Cayman for five days.
Kids' donation to help young hospital patients
Just for Kids Pre-school in Prospect held a fundraising walkathon to raise $6,000 to buy medical equipment for the children’s ward at the Cayman Islands Hospital.
Public meetings set on pension, labor changes
Public meetings are set for this month and in August to discuss the changes in the local retirement age, the minimum wage and private sector retirement plans.
Reaction to vote maps mixed
Former members of the "one man, one vote" grassroots movement finally get the voting map they wanted.
Brac resort to renovate, rebrand
The Brac Reef Beach Resort, a popular diving destination on the southwest end of Cayman Brac, has announced plans to upgrade and renovate its facilities this fall.
Taking a balanced view on cruise berthing
Pro-cruise tourism group speaks out on proposed berthing plans for George Town.
Young filmmakers on the red carpet
Cayman's up and coming filmmakers share the inspiration behind their winning films.
Pay raise, praise for civil servants
Cayman's government leaders praise the civil service, but warn of further changes ahead.
Athletic kids dominate awards
The Cayman Islands Football Association held its annual awards evening over the weekend and Cayman Athletic, the youngest team in the league, attracted most of the honors.
No change for small districts in draft voting maps
Cayman's smallest two voting districts are left untouched by the Electoral Boundary Commission.
Electoral boundaries map has 19 seats
Single-member voting districts in the Cayman Islands get a new look with 19 Legislative Assembly seats now on the map.
Bush response: Ex-governor, premier in on removal plan
Cayman's opposition leader hits back at a defamation lawsuit against him.
One man, one vote: Grand Cayman, on the chopping block
A picture says a thousand words. In the case of single-member district voting in the Cayman Islands, we expect the new boundary maps will spark thousands upon thousands of words of discussion.
Cubans pack detention center
More than 50 Cubans were being held in Grand Cayman’s Immigration Detention Center Monday after another boatload docked at Cayman Brac over the weekend.
Free HIV testing throughout Cayman this week
The Health Services Authority, in collaboration with the Cayman AIDS Foundation and the Red Cross, is offering free HIV testing and counseling throughout this week.
More drugs wash ashore on Brac
More than 70 pounds of cocaine washed ashore on the Brac. In a separate incident, police are searching for a man who ran from a traffic stop where police found 14 small packets of cocaine.
Voting district maps due out next week
Cayman will soon get a look at its new election maps.
Public invited to Education Bill meetings
A series of meetings will be held over the next two weeks in which members of the public are being invited to give feedback on a proposed Education Bill.
GT landfill: Still no 'on-site' solution in sight
In use for some 50 years now, the George Town landfill has long been a breeding ground for vermin, pests, pollution, toxins, smoke — and more recently, for consultants’ reports.
Exhibit showcases students' artwork
The Cayman Islands National Gallery is hosting an exhibition of student artwork from Walkers Art Clubs programs at the Gallery.
Locations for police 'clinics' announced
Police 'clinics' focusing on community concerns begin next week.
Queen's Birthday honors: Derek Haines, Dan Scott awarded
Marathon man Derek Haines and financial services industry leader Dan Scott were recognized for their contributions to the Cayman Islands in the Queen’s Birthday honors list.
Cayman Airways drops Panama route
Cayman Airways has dropped its seasonal flight to Panama, with government signaling a switch in policy from attempting to attract new tourists from South America.
Heavy rains flood roads, threaten homes
Heavy rains cause more havoc on Grand Cayman roads over the weekend.
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.
Online poll: Much improved grades for Progressives
The People’s Progressive Movement-led government has made a dramatic improvement over the last eight months in the eyes of the populace, according to the results of a caymancompass.com online poll.
Stingrays extend to new depths
Vigoro Nursery’s Friday Night Lights, a distance meet and the annual, fast-paced Lions Sprint meet which was open to swimmers of all ages, took place over the weekend and both were a resounding success.
Demand for foster parents growing in Cayman
The Department of Children and Family Services will host a foster parent orientation dinner on May 28 at Grand Old House for those considering becoming foster parents.
Forbes just short of ton
There were plenty of matches in local cricket this week over various age groups and genders and the best performance was provided by Wyvonne Forbes.
Bodden calls for national plan on elder care
Community services minister calls for a study of elder care and retirement homes in Cayman.
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.
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.
Stingrays stay busy
Stingray Swim Club hosts two sessions of exciting swimming this weekend.
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.
Smith and Cato lionized as Cubs become champs
SOL Cubs are the Division 2 League champions after defeating Cayman Brac over the weekend by 5 wickets.
55-foot cruiser runs aground on Brac reef
A fishing boat ran aground after apparently breaking free from its mooring Sunday.
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.
'Demon sculpture' burns Brac residents
A statue depicting a demon on Cayman Brac’s South Side has some Brackers concerned that the “devil’s work” has come to their island.
Painting brings back cherished memories
Emily Seymour has a keepsake that has quite the tale to tell. Officers from the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service recently presented the 83-year-old Caymanian with a painting of the old downtown police station – the place where she was born.
Preschools closed in new push for standards
Two Cayman Islands pre-schools have been shut down as a result of new measures aimed at raising standards in early childhood care and education center.
'Light of freedom' burns bright in Cayman
A fiery beacon was lit off the coast of West Bay, Friday night as the Cayman Islands joined countries around the world in a poignant salute to the heroes of World War II.
Report proposes new BT fire station
U.K.-based fire service experts advocate for a new fire station in Bodden Town district.
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.
Brazil joins elite for CONCACAF U-15's return
Brazil is the latest country to commit to playing in the 2015 CONCACAF Boys’ Under-15 Championship in Cayman and Jamaica this summer.
Scathing Fire Service report says department is top heavy with senior officers
Massive deficiencies in the Cayman Islands Fire Service, discovered more than a year ago, are finally revealed to the public.
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.
Pan competition shows Cayman's talent
Residents witnessed another round of steel pan talent as students showcased their skills at a packed Mary Miller Memorial Hall on Wednesday evening.
Dr. Edlin Merren passes at 83
Prominent Caymanian dentist Dr. Thomas Henry Edlin Merren died on Tuesday at the Cayman Islands Hospital. He was 83.
Boundaries report deadline in June
Cayman's new voting map will be completed in June, the boundaries commission chair says.
Child month kicks off on Friday
A packed schedule of activities is being organized for this year’s Child Month, which begins Friday, May 1. The theme this year is “Opening our Hearts.”
Case made for extra Legislative Assembly seat
George Towners debate increasing the size of Cayman's Legislative Assembly.
DG run exceeds all expectations
Expectations are that the money raised in the 2015 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge will far exceed the $20,000 target to help Special Olympics Cayman Islands.
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.
Brac group tackles waste
Environmentally-minded residents of Cayman Brac have set up a group on the island to help create a more effective recycling program for the Brac and Little Cayman and to cut down on waste in the islands’ landfills.
De Alwis blasts back in style
National player Sacha De Alwis returned to local cricket after almost a year away and immediately stamped his class on proceedings.
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.
Brac aces get more tips to serve and volley better
Two tennis coaches went to Cayman Brac last weekend to drill a keen contingent on the finer points of the sport.
