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New holding facilities for lost or neglected horses

The Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Cayman Islands Equestrian Foundation, has built new and improved facilities for impounded horses.

1956-2013 Michael Bourke

A memorial mass for former manager of the Grand Hyatt Regency Club in the Cayman Islands Michael Vincent Bourke will be held at St. Ignatius Church on Dec. 28.

Gimistory off to a rousing start

Every story has a beginning and this year’s Gimistory started off under a picturesque sea grape tree in West Bay Public Beach.

A Day in the life: Artist Avril Ward

One of Cayman's most innovative and multi-talented artists comes under Weekender's spotlight this week

Acupuncture helps heal pets

Fine needles are replacing conventional medications to treat chrnoic pain in our four-legged friends

Deck the halls without the folly

After many years of decorating my own home, allow me to offer some tried and true advice to get you through the Christmas season relatively unscathed.

Disturbing dog poisoning trend resurfaces

Three dogs have died this month as the disturbing trend of deliberate dog poisonings resurfaced in Grand Cayman.

Expect a marathon turnout again

Road runners finally get their chance to turn their months of hard slog in training into reality in the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon on Sunday.

Please do not run them over!

Road runners of all abilities are primed for the biggest sporting event of the year next week. The Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon, Half-Marathon, four person relay and Kids Fun Run takes is on Sunday Dec. 1 and the organizers are pleading for the public’s support and assistance.

Holiday happenings

Holiday season ushers in a whirlwind of events.

Cayman Racer snake devours Iguana

A Cayman Islands resident captured a Cayman Racer snake in the South Sound area, devouring a Green Iguana.

Murder mystery for the dogs

Shiver me timbers! One Dog at a Time hosts pirate themed murder mystery, tomorrow night, Nov. 13

Plea for Anna Evans’s children

The guardian of the children of Anna Evans, who disappeared in 2011, is seeking the public's support for one of the children who needs medical attention.

Cayman celebrates its piratical past

The country's national festival is a time to embrace (and cash in on) the legends of Cayman Islands pirates.

Humane Society facing downturn, requests donations

The Cayman Islands Humane Society is urgently seeking donations as the group faces declining revenues and fresh fund-raising challenges.

Queen of Breakers: A salute to her 94th

A remarkable woman, Nell Conner, known affectionately as the Queen of Breakers, turns 94.

Perfect Pebbles

Pebbles is looking for her forever home

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Urgent adoption plea issued by Humane Society

Animal welfare workers are urging Cayman Islands residents to adopt unwanted dogs instead of splashing out for designer breeds.

Brac animal shelter gets new look through signage

The Cayman Brac branch of the Humane Society has a new look for Noah's Ark, its animal hurricane shelter on the Bluff.

Courtis hopes to soar at Oxford

Matthew Courtis was first featured in these pages six years ago, aged 12, as an exceptional sailor and since then he has established himself as a talented swimmer and promising triathlete capable of challenging Cayman’s best.

Inside the mind of a dog

In order to understand your dog's behaviour you have to understand how dogs think.

Test your trivia knowledge at quiz night

A round up of the island's top quiz nights.

More blues join brethren in the wild

The latest release of blue iguanas brings the estimated population in the wild to more than 850 animals.

Abuses of 'backyard breeders' revealed: regulations called for by animal activists

A long-suffering pit-bull, used by her owners to produce up to 100 puppies, has become a poster-child for the abuses of unscrupulous backyard breeders.

A murder most foul – all for good cause

Take part in a murder mystery night next weekend and help raise funds to house homeless dogs

Business in brief

Business in brief.

One down, two to go

Police search patrols, including sniffer dogs, swooped on North Side on Tuesday as the hunt for three escaped prisoners continued.

Police catch one prison escapee

Police on Tuesday captured one of the three prisoners who escaped from Northward prison last week.

Quiz for the canines

The montly pub quiz to raise funds for the Humane Society is scheduled for Thursday, 18 July

Your new furry friend: Nadine

Nadine is a super-affectionate dog that loves people; will you love her back?

Robinson makes Cayman Proud

Hailee Robinson wins Proud of Them award.

Friendly Roscoe

Roscoe is a dog with a great personality you will love.

Business in brief

Business in brief.

Father’s Day essays

Students from George Town Primary penned essays about Father's Day.

Humane drive reached top gear very quickly

Formula 1 Fans in the Cayman Islands had another racing treat watching the Canadian Grand Prix which Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel took in dominant style.

Humane Society garage sale success

The Humane Society benefitted from a recent garage sale.

Humane Society quiz scheduled

The latest Humane Society quiz takes place on Thursday, 20 June.

Genteel Janelle

Genteel Janelle desperately needs a home and a human for company

Alexia is ‘Humane’ angel

Formula 1 Fans in the Cayman Islands meet for the Montreal Grand Prix this Sunday and for once they do not have to rise early.

BT flying even higher for ‘Bird’

Bodden Town pulled off an emotional FA Cup final victory to tie in with their Premier League triumph and fully honoured the memory of fallen hero Gerome “Bird” Graham.

Bag a bargain at garage sale

A garage sale in aid of the Humane Society will take place on Saturday, 1 June at Kirk Market.

Dingo is lovely

Dingo is fantastic with humans and loves long walks.

Business in brief

Business in brief

Your new furry friend: DiDi

Will fun-loving dog DiDi be your new best friend?

Great news, everybody – science has discovered happy days are here again

How to work out the happiest day of the year, and other scientific breakthroughs.

Crime and tourism

The perception of crime is central to visitors' decision of where to travel.

Business in brief

Business in brief.

Bargain Books

The Humane Society's Book Loft is holding a massive book sale in the ALT parking lot on 11 May

If you don’t know the answers, it’s gonna get ruff

Get ready for the latest Humane Society quiz night.

New push to ‘fix’ pet problem

Pet owners who have their animals ‘fixed’ will be given a $50 supermarket voucher in a new promotional push to help deal with the problem of unwanted dogs and cats filling the rescue shelter.

Editorial for 06 May: Crowded shelter unacceptable

Overcrowding at the Cayman Islands Humane Society Shelter isn't acceptable.

Animal shelter full beyond capacity

The Cayman Islands Humane Society is filled “beyond maximum capacity” and has been forced to close its doors to any new animals on a temporary basis.

Junior Batabano is a showcase for Cayman kids’ energy and imagination

Junior Batabano is just around the corner, folks.

You’re driving me insane – so back off

What's the rush on the roads? Back off, guys, says Barefoot Man.

Oreo the dog launches new book

Oreo the dog launches his book.

Mama Mia

Mama Mia is a sweet, exuberant female who would love nothing more than to come home with you from her Humane Society temporary residence.

Editorial for 24 April: Neglecting horses wrong

Neglecting horses is wrong and should be stopped.

Puppy dog book is full of tales

Oreo the dog features in the first of a series of kids' books at Books & Books.

Happy Harry

Handsome dog Harry is looking for his forever home.

Awesome Aspen

Meet the awesome Aspen, a lovely 18 month old dog looking for a forever home

Knick-knack paddywhack, find a dog a home

It's pub quiz time at Fidel's on the third Thursday of the month and proceeds go towards sending Humane Society dogs to the a shelter in the US.

‘Woofstock’ benefits Humane Society

Cayman Islands Brewery presented the Humane Society with a cheque for $1200 following the fundraising event, Woofstock

Riding around in the City of Angels

Los Angeles is basically a whole country of its own. Weekender tried to scratch a tiny bit of the surface.

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Tensions grow at Humane Society

Tensions mount at the Humane Society after a dog was euthanised last week.

Park rangers appreciated

Writer praises park rangers at Barkers.

Caybrew presents Woofstock party

Get down to Cayman Islands Brewery on Saturday for Woofstock - a day of music, canine care and tent sales.

Handsome Tim

Terrific Tim is looking for a new home. Could it be with you?

Park rangers deserve pay

Writer says park rangers keep Barkers area clean in the Cayman Islands.

Risks of colorectal cancers

Some risk factors for colorectal cancers can be controlled but others cannot.

Pub quiz scheduled for Humane Society

The Humane Society is holding a pub quiz on Thursday.

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