Topic: development
Four-month budget set at $194 million
At Wednesday's inaugural post-election Legislative Assembly meeting, Minister for Finance Marco Archer not only declared the end of unemployment, but detailed an interim budget of nearly $194 million through 31 October.
Commission issues Constitution Day message
On 4 July, 1959 the concept of constitutional development began in the Cayman Islands after Caymanian Assemblymen petitioned the United Kingdom resulting in the issuance of a Royal Order-in-Council.
OAG is leading by example
In 2011, the Office of the Auditor General made public its strategic plan for 2011-13.
Swarbrick alleges 'political interference'
Stunning revelations about the operation of Cayman's public entities contained in the latest government audit.
Minister Rivers tours first departments
Cabinet Minister Tara Rivers, whose responsibilities include the ministries of education, employment and gender affairs, visited the National Workforce Development Agency and the Department of Labour and Pensions earlier this month.
Business in brief
Business in brief.
National Building Society of Cayman names new general manager
The National Building Society of Cayman has appointed Wanica Purkiss as general manager.
Fresh energy attracts raft of new members
The Cayman Islands cycling scene, which is experiencing a rejuvenation of sorts, is having it busiest season in recent years, holding a mixed bag of races.
Turks premier to talk at Caribbean Week Toronto
The Premier of the Turks & Caicos Islands will be speaking at Caribbean Week Toronto.
Little Cayman's airfield: Private property, public dilemma
Development proposals highlight problems with Little Cayman's private airfield.
Caymanian star Wayneroy signs major record deal
George Town's Wayneroy has signed a five album deal with a Los Angeles record company.
Safe hurricane evacuation plans are in place at airport
A mass evacuation plan is in place at Grand Cayman’s airport to help cope with huge volumes of passengers leaving the country in the event of a hurricane.
Snap! They got the power
Oil prices keep going up. The Big Kahuna ponders why.
Business in brief
Business in brief.
Bank hosts infrastructure, financing conference
The regional conference is designed to promote public and private sector cooperation in generating investment opportunities, and increasing the availability of capital for infrastructure development
Police recruit children for ‘Be a Cop’ programme
Several youngsters are spending the day with the RCIPS to learn about policing.
Prolific ‘Gaza’ targets the pros
Dwayne “Gaza” Wright cannot stop smiling. He has every right to after topping the Premier League scoring charts for the third consecutive season.
Appleby welcomes two Caymanian attorneys
Two Caymanian attorneys are called to the Bar.
Local artists share talent at primary schools
Native Sons share art talent at local primary schools.
New executive director named to run CI Pirates Week office
The Pirates Week Office has a new Executive Director.
State of tourism industry conference is planned
A special conference about the state of the tourism industry is set to take place in October.
Montaya learns from Dutch masters as dream materialises
Lots of Cayman’s burgeoning football talent are prepared to go abroad to try to fulfil their dreams and one youngster has done so and hopes soon to get a big break.
Tax convention moves forward
Cayman will soon be signed up to the latest overseas tax treaty. What will it mean for the territory?
Health screenings required for all new students
All students entering school for the first time are required to have health screenings.
New buildings proposed downtown
Planning officials look at new buildings downtown and in Camana Bay.
Atlantic Building Consultants and BCQS form alliance
Association is designed to provide the companies with the manpower and resources to undertake projects of any scale and complexity throughout the region.
Bodden Town coalition celebrates ‘dump’ victory
Cautioning that the fight is not finished, the Coalition to Keep Bodden Town Dump Free has declared victory
Business in brief
Business in brief.
CONCACAF U15s will give local tourism a mighty kick
A regional international youth football tournament will be held here soon which will be a tremendous boost for Cayman’s sports tourism industry.
Cayman government commits to multilateral tax convention
The Cayman Islands Government confirmed Friday, 7 June, that it is prepared to join the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters.
Fire alarm leads to brief airport evacuation
Passengers and staff were evacuated from Owen Roberts International Airport Monday morning due to a fire alam.
Stingray Award nominees set
The nominees for the annual Cayman Islands Tourism Association's Stingray Awards have been announced.
Elan rejects Royalty bid, to evaluate other offers
The board of directors of the Irish drugmaker Elan Corp. PLC on Monday
rejected an increased offer from Royalty Pharma and says it has received
unsolicited interest from other parties it didn't name.
Lee plans to keep shooters busy
Netballers should stay limber over the summer months.
New buildings resist hurricanes
New buildings are specifically designed to withstand hurricanes.
Biofuels address high electricity costs
Writer suggest biodiesel for energy in Caribbean islands.
Government headed to UK tax meeting
The meeting is likely to address tax information exchange, company secrecy and other financial transparency issues raised by the UK government in recent months.
Welly’s shoot for Sharks
Welly’s Cool Spot will look to overseas instruction to improve this summer.
Caribbean filmmakers wanted for new festival
Applications are being sought for a region-wide film showcase contest.
Minister Kirkconnell sets ground rules for cruise dock
There may be a few changes made to Cayman's cruise ship berthing plan right away.
Editorial for 06 June: A new life for George Town?
Plans to rebrand and rebuild downtown George Town are welcomed.
Medical techs converge on Cayman
The Cayman Islands hosted a biannual regional council meeting of the Caribbean Association of Medical Technologists for the first time last month.
CIBC FirstCaribbean appoints senior execs
The board of directors of CIBC FirstCaribbean has appointed three senior executives
‘Coolest’ internship contest launched by economic zone
The Cayman Islands’ Special Economic Zone, Cayman Enterprise City, encourages young Caymanians to use technology and get creative launched in its ‘coolest internship in Cayman’ contest.
Season’s first storm could develop off Mexico
Weather watchers had their eyes on a weak area of low pressure over the central gulf of Mexico on Tuesday amid concern the system could develop into the first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
No landfill for Bodden Town
The landfill project in Bodden Town appears to be officially dead.
Neighbours want Kai PAD info
Neighbours and the developer speak out on the Cayman Kai planned area development.
Love, support in Child Month
Throughout May, the people of the Cayman Islands celebrated the 17th annual Child Month.
June 2013 market update
Local broker James Bovell looks at prevailing real estate conditions in the US and Cayman.
Mixed-use development proposed for Cayman Kai
A developer is seeking to create a 50-acre PAD in Cayman Kai.
Tourism marketers gather in NYC
Tourism marketing professionals are to gather for a Caribbean conference in NYC.
Francis named ‘Proud’ recipient
Twenty-five-year-old Latoya Francis knows what it takes to achieve excellence. Her name was regularly found on the honour rolls of schools that she attended.
Government consultants everywhere
The Cayman Islands Government is good business for consultants.
Magic voice auditions to begin
The Cayman Music School is offering its Magic Voice Scholarship.
Redver’s girls aiming to soar
The Women of Valour hope Florida will assist their cause.
Red Carpet beckons for filmmakers
The finals of two short film competitions take place at Harquail Theatre and involve Cayman's young talent.
Arnold ready to get you chuckling
David A. Arnold is starring at the latest Laughter Lounge comedy show.
Save our Youth Family Fun Day
A family fun day and football extravaganza is to take place for charity.
Expressive Creation celebrates
Cayman Brac Junior Achievers earn awards
New government ready to roll
Cayman's new government looks to get down to brass 'tax'.
Meals On Wheels cash boost
A charity dominoes match in George Town was a great event for all involved and also raised $200 for a worthy cause.
Outgoing Cabinet loosens guidelines in beach resort zone
On its way out the door, the former government tweaked planning guidelines for certain developments near the ocean.
State funeral for former speaker
For the first time in Cayman, a lying-in-state will be held at the Legislative Assembly for the late Edna Moyle, former Speaker of the House.
Business in brief
Business in brief
Bush boosts UDP future, doubts McLaughlin as premier
Former Premier McKeeva Bush on Friday said he harboured great hopes for the United Democratic Party, forecasting a strong future for the group.
Hotel summits report large attendance
Two back to back major hotel investment summits for the region took place in Miami.
Tourism association says it is ready to work with new government
The Cayman Islands Tourism Association says it is looking forward to working with the new government.
New Premier confirms his government
Premier elect Alden McLaughlin confirmed Tuesday night that he had formed a
government with the final cards falling into place on the eve of
Wednesday’s official swearing-in ceremony.
State funeral for Edna Moyle
Former Speaker of the House Edna Moyle will have a state funeral and the first ever lying-in-state at the Legislative Assembly.
Faith Hospital celebrates 40th anniversary with achievements
A central pillar of the Sister Islands community for 40 years, this year Faith Hospital celebrates a milestone in its history, having served the communities of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman for four decades.
Hoopsters will clean up
Some of Cayman’s young basketball players will be cleaning cars to raise funds.
Former Speaker Edna Moyle passes
Former Speaker of the House in the Cayman Islands Edna Moyle has died.
