Topic: development
Conservation council unveiled
The director of the Blue Iguana recovery program, the author of a Cayman bird-watching guide and an orchid researcher are among the members of the island’s first National Conservation Council.
Luxury resort in Bodden Town moves a step closer
A long-discussed project to bring a five-star hotel and resort development to Bodden Town has moved a step closer following the rezoning of a piece of sea-front property.
Abolition of multiple gov’t agencies proposed
A consultant's report recommends the merger or elimination of about a dozen government agencies.
Fees necessary for waste collection outsourcing
Ernst and Young’s review of public services recommends the outsourcing of waste collection in the Cayman Islands, but recognizes the need to first establish a system for paying for the service.
Report: Gov’t property options could bring in $350 million
A consultant's report conservatively estimates Cayman could earn $150 in quick cash from land and property sales.
Robertson’s waves of joy
When Lewis Robertson tried wakeboarding for the first time he never anticipated that four years later he would be competing in the sport internationally.
Affordable homes to be built on Brac
Four new affordable homes are being built in Cayman Brac.
Cayman pensions: It’s time to face the difficult truth
There is a pensions/retirement crisis in the Cayman Islands - and it's your crisis.
EY report: Gov’t should sell assets, outsource services
The potential sale of $65 million worth of government land and the outsourcing of all public sector medical operations were among the recommendations made for the short-to-medium term in a government consultant’s report released Tuesday afternoon.
Maples Fund Services opens Boston office
Maples Fund Services has opened an office in Boston, to expand its North American presence.
Massive agenda for LA meeting
Cayman lawmakers have a busy two weeks ahead.
Damage to coral reef raises questions
Responsibility for damage to nearly 12,000 square feet of live coral by a cruise ship anchor and chain two weeks ago remains unclear.
No pier role for port board
Questions have been raised about who is leading the redevelopment of the port and who has ultimate responsibility for the success of the multi-million dollar project.
Students celebrate International Literacy Day
Cayman joins worldwide celebrations of International Literacy Day.
Miss Cayman Lindsay Japal Ready to hand over the crown
As Lindsay Japal’s reign as Miss Cayman comes to an end, she talks about her experiences, opportunities and plans for the future.
Sealy and Cato made an impression
Ramon Sealy and Corey Cato are wrapping up an impressive season in England, playing semi-professionally in the Lancashire County League.
Academy gives tiniest a team chance
Academy Sports Club next month introduces a new in-house football league for players ages 6 to 8.
Report on West Bay housing completed
Children and Family Services has completed a needs assessment report on residents in condemned homes in West Bay.
Building permit delays holding up development
The Planning Department is failing to enforce the law by accepting designs from firms without checking if they are legally operating in the Cayman Islands or that they are qualified to submit architectural drawings, the Complaints Commissioner has found.
Cayman’s economy expanded 1.5 percent in first quarter
The Cayman Islands gross domestic product expanded in the first quarter, boosted by significant growth in tourism-related sectors.
Looking to Cayman’s future
The upswing in tourism brings with it a surge of interest in the real estate industry.
Nominate a hero
The public is invited to nominate health services professionals for the 2015 National Heroes Day awards.
Chamber seeks update on GT development
The Chamber of Commerce is seeking an update from government on plans to revitalize George Town.
Ipswich likes Tugman, 9
A 9-year-old Cayman footballer is enjoying a dream invitation from an English professional club for a tryout at its academy.
Motion seeks to use work permit fees for training
A proposal will be put forth for government to redirect some work permit fees to help train Caymanian employees.
Recent changes to work permit forms ‘minor’
The Immigration Department settles some issues surrounding changes in work permit application forms.
Housing standoff: Trespassing on the rule of law
Even the most devout among us would not take kindly to someone’s occupying our property without our permission.
A culinary adventure Hong Kong Noodle adventures
In the second in a five-part series, Mizu's executive chef, Dylan Benoit, shares his culinary adventures in Asia. This week, Hong Kong
Boutique hotels the focus for eastern expansion
Smaller boutique hotels could be the new focus for tourism development in Cayman beyond the busy Seven Mile Beach corridor.
McGee Classic gets called off
Logistical problems lead to the cancellation of an upcoming sports spectacle.
Mixed results for Consolidated Water
Higher retail water revenues offset lower bulk water sales for Consolidated Water in the second quarter of 2014, resulting in flat net income attributable to shareholders compared to the same period 2013.
Students dive in to marine industry
Six high school students who want to pursue a career in the dive industry recently completed a marine training course in Little Cayman.
Cayman education: A new year with new hopes
We hope all of Cayman's students are afforded the opportunity for unlimited and unimpeded success. Their future, and Cayman's future, depend on it.
Augustine builds up hoopsters through Floridian camps
The Cayman Islands Hoopsters continue to showcase local talent overseas.
Progress widespread on the pitch
The Cayman Islands Football Association presented an encouraging progress report to the local clubs at its annual congress at the Westin resort.
Cayman ladies drop opening matches on Canadian soil
Cayman Islands netball did not get off to a good start in Calgary.
Dynamos powered the kids up
Houston Dynamo, one of the top soccer clubs in the United States, is building a relationship with Cayman’s Sunset Football Club.
Online poll: Most would stay home during a major hurricane on island
More than 60 percent of the respondents to a caymancompass.com online poll said they would stay in their home if a major hurricane was approaching the Cayman Islands.
Tropical storms at sea
The National Hurricane Center announces a 60 percent chance of a tropical storm in the next few days.
Canadians target national future
Canada’s triumph on the pitch is sure to resonate on these shores.
Boardwalk to link GT businesses
Work has begun on an oceanside boardwalk in George Town that architects say will provide pedestrian access to bars and businesses along the waterfront.
Business in brief
A roundup of local business news.
Chamber calls for career mentors
The Chamber of Commerce is calling on volunteers to sign up as career mentors for local students.
Exorbitant travel expenses revealed in credit cards
Globe-trotting, luxury dining and limo rentals were among some of the charges on the credit card bills of upper-echelon civil servants and elected ministers.
Cemetery owner awarded $400k for seized land
A private cemetery owner who had land taken to make way for a new highway is awarded around $400,000 in compensation and costs, following an eight-year legal battle.
Green racks up CONCACAF accolades
Girls football in the Cayman Islands can officially boast it has top regional talent.
Girls champions celebrate tournament
Teams of the CONCACAF Under-15 Girls Championship celebrated the tournament before Sunday night's final.
Webb: Under-15s are golden crop
According to the region’s biggest figure, the Cayman Islands have a great future in women’s football.
Health-conscious café concept expands
The South West Collective is catering to Cayman's growing number of health conscious gourmands
Cayman’s life expectancy explored
Figures released for 2013 show that, on average, Cayman residents live to the age of 82.
ICTA board seeks greater role in hiring
The ICTA board has called for more input in the authority's hiring and firing practices.
Bush may support fuel project
Cayman's opposition leader says he'll work to support the government's plan for a new fuel storage terminal.
CONCACAF to train local girls
CONCACAF is celebrating girls football in the Cayman Islands.
Why didn’t Arden get the memo?
We imagine that MLA Arden McLean was anything but pleased when he learned from the newspaper about the PPM government's proposition to put a fuel terminal in his district.
Business in brief
A roundup of business news.
Calls for Caymanian scholars
Caymanians are being invited to apply for the annual Chevening Scholarship.
MLA McLean never contacted on East End fuel terminal
Cayman's East End representative says government plans for a new fuel storage facility in his district raise a number of public safety concerns.
Girls ready for knockout stages
The Cayman Islands hope to score more success on the pitch.
Archibold nails youth target
Darts in the Cayman Islands can be proud of its latest crop of youth stars.
Fuel storage terminal eyed for East End
Plans for a new fuelling depot will be subject of government-private sector talks next month.
Teen disability awareness program wraps up
A new Stay-Focused initiative launched to raise awareness of teens with disabilities in Cayman came to close this week
Customs backtracks on confusing tariffs
The new customs coding system that has caused outrage among importers will be amended since the system has been found to be “tedious” and “not working,” Premier Alden McLaughlin announced Thursday,
George Town Landfill: 25 years of broken promises
Cayman Islands legislators have discussed the problems with the George Town Landfill, appointed committees, commissioned studies and made promises they haven't kept for almost a quarter of a century.
Moms latch on to breastfeeding benefits
Cayman joins international World Breastfeeding Week celebrations.
FDA regulates gluten-free labels
Food manufacturers advertising gluten free products are now required to ensure foods are just that, gluten free, as new rules from the US Food and Drug Administration’s came into effect Tuesday. Before, the term “gluten-free” was unregulated in the food industry and the meaning unclear.
ECLAC lowers regional growth forecast
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean has cut its growth forecast for the region from 2.7 percent to 2.2 percent.
Jamaica recognizes two for contributions to society
The Jamaican Consulate has recognized Aldingtion Stephenson (aka, Banny) and Danielle Ashley Boothe for their contributions to Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
Residential homes, SMB condos drive market increases
The overall market increase in Cayman has been driven significantly by two sectors: Seven Mile Beach condominiums and residential homes.
Tourism zoning sought for Ritz-Carlton property
An application has been submitted to permit tourism development on more than 200 acres of land surrounding the Ritz Carlton.
DoE responds to turtle SOS
Nesting turtles have taken wrong turns and found themselves trapped in undergrowth, in a cemetery, and even in private swimming pools.
CONCACAF girls train hard
Focusing on competing well in the CONCACAF Girls Under-15 Championship which starts this week is Ruben Flores’s top priority, but the head coach is focused on development as well.
Ocean-based power plant previewed in North Side
North Side residents got a preview on Thursday night of a proposed electric power plant that will be moored off their coastline if its proponents get the necessary approvals.
