Topic: Cayman Islands
Former Chief Secretary James Ryan passes away
Long-serving senior civil servant James Ryan has died, the government has announced
Providing the correct location is key to emergency response
Emergency services dispatchers have said 911 callers need to inform them of their location to get help on the way as fast as possible
Road rules warning after police car and civilian vehicle in collision
Police have warned road users they must give way to emergency vehicles using their lights and sirens after a collision involving a police car and another vehicle
Man admits trying to enter Cayman with fraudulent passport
An air arrival has pleaded guilty in court to an attempt to enter Cayman with a fraudulent passport
Jewellery store owner calls for more police protection after robbery
At a glance
• The owner of Rocky's Diamond Gallery is appealing to the police commissioner and governor for regular police foot patrols following a...
Sneaker DNA leads to jail for masked robber
DNA on a sneaker lost by a masked thief when he fled after robbing a convenience store was used to track him down and led to a jail sentence of three years and 10 months
George Town police making a move
Cayman's central police station is on the move, the service has announced.
Two arrested after police recover drugs and ammunition
A man and a woman have been arrested after a police raid on their home is alleged to have netted ganja, ammunition and two spear guns
Milestone reached for new Camana Bay health and wellness centre
The creators of a purpose-built, high-tech health and wellness centre marked a milestone with a topping out ceremony at the new building.
Cayman Border Control says 8 more Cubans repatriated
A total of eight irregular arrivals to Cayman from Cuba have been sent home, the Customs and Border Control (CBC) service has said
Rules reminder for Easter camping
Although camping on Cayman's beaches for the Easter holiday has become a beloved tradition, the government is reminding campers that there are strict rules that must be followed.
Cayman car show back at full throttle
Classic and modern car owners showed off their treasured vehicles as a Cayman car show returned after a three-year break
337 BOTC applications processed in less than three months
337 BOTC applications have been processed in less than three months despite a system failure, the Office of the Deputy Governor has said
All-terrain vehicle seized after alleged traffic violations
Police have impounded an all-terrain vehicle after complaints of two drivers performing stunts on public roads in George Town.
The ATV was later traced with...
Caymanian e-bike entrepreneur faces large loss after strict rules enforced
An entrepreneur who ploughed $65,000 of her life savings into e-bikes has said a new Cayman enforcement policy had brought her business to the brink of bankruptcy
Man stabbed to death in alleged early hours street brawl
A man was stabbed to death after an early morning street fight in George Town, causing the temporary closure of Mary Street.
Leaders unite at 26th National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast
The Parliament of the Cayman Islands hosted the 26th National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast on 22nd Jan. at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, bringing together Members of Parliament, faith leaders and members of the wider community in a spirit of unity and reflection.
‘Perfect storm’ of problems caused fresh food shortage
A 'perfect storm' of problems contributed to a shortage of fresh food in Cayman over the busiest period of the year, an industry chief said
PPM wants Sister Islands-style protection for traditional districts
The Opposition People's Progressive Movement has asked for a constitutional amendment to preserve traditional Cayman parliamentary seats, even if there were large scale population changes
Cayman’s connection to the first people of the western Caribbean
The first people that can be traced back to Cayman’s regional neighbourhood were the Ciboney; quiet coastal foragers who settled western Cuba and the Isle of Pines, less than 200 miles from the Sister Islands.
Police investigate alleged attempted murder
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an alleged attempted murder with a machete over the weekend.
Death on board delays another BA flight
A second BA flight to Cayman was delayed in the Bahamas after a passenger on board died
Bank ATM ‘ram raid’ could be island’s first
A bid to smash into a bank automated teller machine using a backhoe could be a first in Cayman's annals of crime.
BMW recall cars amid electrical fire fears
Some models from prestige marque BMW sold in Cayman have been recalled to fix a "high priority safety concern" that could cause a fire
Unsung hero honoured by CIBC
A former school administrator who spent 35 years helping struggling youngsters with everything from meals to graduation gowns has been honoured for her dedication by bank CIBC.
Spike in e-bike thefts sparks warning
Cayman electric bike and scooter owners have been warned to tighten security after a spate of thefts
Speed the key to heart attack, stroke survival, doctor says
Cayman's small size gives it an edge when heart attacks and strokes strike, a cardiologist has said
Condos selling faster than last year, data indicates
The condo market in Cayman has seen a decrease in time on sale year-on-year, a real estate firm has said.
For tourism industry, the summer slow period came early this year
Empty hotel beds, half filled tours at Stingray sandbar and shuttered bars and restaurants around the island are among the signs that slow season started early and has lasted longer in Cayman this year.
Mental health advisory council meets for first time
The advisory council for Cayman's new in-patient mental health treatment centre has met for the first time. A government minister described the meeting as a step towards the destigmatisation of psychiatric problems and the reintegration of patients into society.
Cayman sunshine the secret ingredient in gourmet vinegars
Vinegar maker Martin Richter says the secret ingredient in his range of flavoured condiments is the unique effect of Cayman sunshine.
Cayman independence ‘not on the agenda’ despite UN efforts
The prospect of Cayman's independence from the UK isn't likely anytime soon, two prominent Caymanians have said.
The verdict came after the government of the...
Indian tech firms show increased interest in Cayman
Cayman could be in line for a flood of tech company start-ups from India, experts from the region have said.
Capital investment firm focusing on Cayman real estate
A rebranded property investment firm has predicted a flood of new residents fleeing uncertainty in the US and Europe could boost Cayman's economy.
Hospital pharmacy reopens after fumes leak scare
A hospital pharmacy closed down in April after equipment used to extract fumes from the manufacture of chemotherapy medicines was found be not connected to the ventilation system reopened on Wednesday. The Health Services Authority added it had also moved the preparation of the medicines to the George Town Hospital's chemotherapy department "designated cleanroom" for safety reasons, although tests had shown there was no "hazardous contamination" detected in the pharmacy.
Prominent realtor sounds alert on rental scams
A prominent local real estate agent has warned people to beware when on the hunt for rental properties — and to make sure they only deal with reputable professionals to avoid being caught out by a scam.
Man in court on Middle Road murder charge
A man has appeared in Summary Court charged with the murder of Christopher Johnson on New Year's Eve last year.
Prison officer cleared of drugs misconduct charge
A prison officer cleared of misconduct in public office after he was caught smuggling ganja into Northward prison said on Thursday he wanted to return to his job.
When disasters hit, charities should use heads as well as hearts
Cayman charities need to use their heads as well as their hearts when giving money to developing countries hit by disasters, a top compliance officer told a symposium aimed at informing non-profit leaders.
MP Bryan appears as character witness in prison officer’s smuggling trial
Former Deputy Premier Kenneth Bryan on Friday appeared in court as a character witness for a prison officer accused of trying to smuggle drugs into Northward prison.
Premier: Non-profits play critical role in Cayman’s economy
Premier André Ebanks stressed the importance of non-profit organisations in maintaining Cayman's mostly indirect taxation system.
Cayman’s Catholics welcome first American pope
Cayman's Catholics on Thursday joined the faithful around the world to welcome the first American pope — the 267th occupant of the throne of St Peter.
Failure to adapt to AI could put reinsurance sector at risk
An actuary has warned that the reinsurance industry risks falling behind if it fails to grasp opportunities generated by new technologies such as artificial intelligence.
HSA still checking staff after chemotherapy fumes leak
Hospital staff are being asked if they have suffered any ill effects after the potential leak of fumes caused by the preparation of chemotherapy treatments.
Probe launched after fumes leak at hospital pharmacy
Health chiefs have launched a probe after fumes from the preparation of chemotherapy treatments were not vented away due to pharmacy equipment that was not connected to the external ventilation system.
PPM launches ‘something for everyone’ manifesto at packed event
The People's Progressive Movement on Saturday set out its stall for this month's election with a manifesto leader Joey Hew said was designed for wide appeal and to tackle the islands' most pressing problems.
UK Parliament group for Cayman out of action since 2024 election
The All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Cayman Islands, like all other groups, ceased to exist after the UK Parliament was dissolved in May.
Woman charged with murder appears in court
A 33-year-old woman accused of murdering a man in George Town last month appeared in Grand Court on Friday.
Police appeal to public over body found in burning car
Police have appealed to the public to stop spreading unfounded rumours after a body was found in a burning car.
Key takeaways from West Bay Central candidates’ forum
Date: Thursday, 27 March 2025
Candidates
Katherine Ebanks-Wilks (TCCP)*
Jewel Hydes (IND)
*incumbent
The forum
A two-way race is underway in West Bay Central between defending candidate Katherine...
Schoolboy’s landmark COVID-19 human rights court case starts
The court heard arguments that an 8-year-old schoolboy's human rights were trampled when he was forced into a month-long COVID-19 lockdown.
Insurance industry adds $233M a year to Cayman economy, study says
The report showed that the insurance industry directly employed 256 people, with almost half of the posts held by Caymanians.
Key takeaways from Bodden Town West candidates’ forum
The three-way contest for Bodden Town West turned into a contrast between the old and the new, with Chris Saunders defending his seat against challenger Haymond Rankin and former minister Osbourne Bodden.
Feral chicken cull possible after Puerto Rico bird flu alert
A cull of feral chickens could be carried out by the government after bird flu was found in poultry in Puerto Rico.
Top lawyer welcomes US beneficial ownership policy
A US Treasury decision to sideline new legislation designed to make domestic company ownership details open to the public has been welcomed by a top Cayman lawyer.
Parties come out punching for general election
In the blue corner, a challenger intent on bobbing and weaving its way to the top, and in the red corner, a veteran battler...
Police probe machete raid on George Town store
A machete-wielding raider escaped with cash and other items after he robbed a convenience store in George Town.
Measles vaccination clinics offered amid US outbreak
Cayman public health officials on Friday warned the public to make sure they are protected after outbreaks of measles across the United States.
Telecoms firm Flow told to repair towers after hazard warning
Towers owned by a major Cayman telecommunications firm need urgent work to make them safe, a report by the industry's watchdog revealed on Wednesday.
Men accused of burglary cleared of all charges
Two men walked free from court on Wednesday after a Grand Court jury cleared them of a string of burglary charges.
Youngsters hit the bottle as young as 11, major survey finds
Cayman children start drinking at age 11 on average, a survey has found.
The study also reported that alcohol was the earliest drug used by...
Police probe death of 64-year-old man
Police have launched an investigation into the death of a 64-year-old man who was found at his home on Monday.
MP says ‘global reset’ means Cayman must marshal all its resources
Chris Saunders said that using the knowledge of Cayman's diverse populous would help the country find its way through a "global reset".
Jury begins deliberations in conspiracy to murder trial
Jurors began discussions after Justice Cheryll Richards delivered a painstaking summing up of the murder case against Antascio Rankine and Rolan Welcome.
Ex-British Army officer enlisted as new Cayman judge
A former British Army soldier has been appointed as a Cayman specialist judge in criminal cases, Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale has revealed.
Lack of lawyers clogs up mills of justice, says top judge
Cayman needs more lawyers to speed up the work of the criminal courts, the island's top judge has said.
Love is in the air, top judge says, as marriages rebound
Caymanian romance is not dead, the chief justice announced, as the number of marriages last year far outstripped the number of divorces.
Young cyclist killed by car was ‘beautiful worker’, employers say
A 22-year-old man who died after he was hit by a car as he cycled home from work at a restaurant was an only son who supported his family back in Nepal, his employer has said.
Third man arrested in text message bank scam probe
A third man has been detained in connection with an inquiry into a text message scam designed to target customers of a Cayman bank.
Circus comes to George Town
The circus came to Cayman this weekend, and its mix of clowns and death-defying acrobatics enchanted audiences.
The Super American Circus has three shows on...
Cayman reservists out in force for storm clear-up
Cayman's reservists were front and centre as the country coped with the aftermath of a brush with Tropical Storm Helene.
US firms get $12.3M contract to develop Cayman’s ‘global brand’
US creative agencies Grey and Praytell have been awarded contracts totally $12.3 million to develop Cayman's brand as a luxury vacation destination.
