Topic: East End
One man, one vote: Two sides of the issue
Two Cayman Islands politicians, one of whom is a strong supporter of one man, one vote, single-member constituencies and another who is perhaps its greatest detractor, gave their views on the subject during a Legislative Assembly debate Friday afternoon.
Premier: Government ‘out of patience’ with fuel companies
Legislation that will require Cayman’s two major fuel distributors to reveal specific pricing information on gasoline and diesel shipments was approved in a key vote last week, but certain details of the bill remain to be hammered out in a Legislative Assembly committee Monday prior to its final passage.
Legislators approve ‘one man, one vote’ for 2017
Cayman Islands lawmakers have approved a long-debated change to ‘one
man, one vote’ for the British territory’s next general election cycle.
Deputy governor will no longer 'run' Legislative Assembly
The management of day-to-day operations within the Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly is expected to be transferred away from Deputy Governor Franz Manderson’s office later this month.
Legal aid reform bill approved
Changes to Cayman’s legal aid system, which have been debated for more than a decade, were approved by a majority of Legislative Assembly members Wednesday amid concerns that the government was blurring lines of separation between elected politicians and the judiciary.
Police and DoE team up in East End
Environment officers are teaming up with police to help improve enforcement of conservation laws in the eastern districts.
Suzy Soto honored
Hotel and restaurant pioneer Suzy Soto received the Cayman Culinary Society’s Lifetime Achievement Award for her distinguished service and commitment to Cayman’s hospitality industry at the Out of the Kitchen and Ark of Taste dinner event at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Wednesday night.
Bleaching hits Cayman corals
Coral bleaching around Grand Cayman has become so dramatic that last week the police helicopter crew called the Department of Environment, concerned about what was going on in the water just off South Sound.
Government accepts 19-seat voting map
Barring a major legislative revolt against Premier Alden McLaughlin’s government in the next day or so, Cayman’s 2017 general election will go forward under the principle of “one man, one vote.”
Premier McLaughlin made public on Wednesday the legislative order for 19 single-member constituent districts, anticipating that debate on the motion to accept the 2015 Electoral Boundary Commission’s district maps would commence later Wednesday or on Thursday.
Stock is helping ambulance drive
The Cayman Heart Fund is raising money for a new ambulance on Grand Cayman, as there are only three in full service at the moment.
Ebanks faces Trinidad's best
International amateur boxing is headlined by teenage sensation Hopkin Ebanks at the Lions Centre this weekend.
Keep an eye on lawmakers this week
Legislators are expected to tackle several significant pieces of legislation that could potentially alter the political and economic fabric of our country.
Housing Trust wants more gov't housing
Reporting recent strides with its affordable housing programs and the relaunch of government-backed mortgage assistance, the National Housing Development Trust’s board of directors is calling on government to develop a new facility to help low-income people with housing.
Busy week of bills for lawmakers
The Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly is set to be inundated this week with bills seeking massive change to the country’s business culture and its political election system.
Pharmacist donates to East End school
East End Primary School’s after-school program has been given a boost with a $3,600 donation from Donald McLean of Health Care Pharmacy.
Key government posts in limbo
The senior ranks of Cayman's civil service are filled with "acting," but not the Hollywood kind.
Shark diving: Should Cayman take the bait?
The Cayman Islands could be missing out on an economic and conservation opportunity by maintaining its ban on shark diving, according to experts.
'Nikki's Voice' team in first race
The Credit Union 5K was a significant event for team “Nikki’s Voice” on Saturday because after three months of intensive training in scorching heat, Nikki Christian and Scott Ruby entered their first-ever race as a pram duo.
LIME rebrands as Flow
Telecommunications company LIME has rebranded and launched as Flow in the Cayman Islands.
'One man, one vote' heads to legislature
Cayman's move to 'one man, one vote' for the 2017 general election could be cemented later this month.
Major drug find in East End
Police recover 125 kilograms of cocaine in the waters off Cayman's East End.
Civil servant takes on new job as minister of religion
A veteran civil servant has resigned her post in Judicial Administration to pursue work of another kind – as a full-time minster of religion.
East End school launches home reading program
East End Primary School has launched a home reading program that encourages children to embrace books and, organizers hope, will lay the foundation for young students to become lifelong readers.
St. James Point: Bodden Town's time to shine
Move over, Seven Mile Beach. After decades of waiting in the wings, it’s time for the ivory sands of Bodden Town to step out into the limelight.
Third generation lawyer joins family firm
Travis Alan Ritch was called to the Bar of the Cayman Islands on Sept. 17 in a ceremony similar to one held 39 years earlier.
Police investigate UK national's death
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service confirmed Friday that U.K. national Kate Clayton’s death following a Jan. 11 car crash on Grand Cayman is now the subject of a police investigation.
Ms. Clayton, 30, died in February following the one-car collision in North Side district.
'Not enough evidence' in Little Cayman robbery
Nearly two years after five men arrived via boat on the shores of Cayman’s smallest island to rob a convenience store, no charges have been filed in the case.
Tourists give street fair the thumbs up
Cruise ship visitors dug into Cayman’s cuisine and enjoyed its culture at Cardinall Avenue’s ongoing Thursday street fair.
Volkwyn is as dedicated as a pro
If anyone wants to find Matthew “Sticks” Volkwyn, all they have to do is follow his weekly sporting schedule because he is so devoted to getting in his sessions that he rarely misses one.
Fishermen object to marine parks plan
Department of Environment officials this week brought their proposals for an enhanced system of marine parks to West Bay, where they received a less-than-enthusiastic response from fishermen.
Peace Day 'flash mob' planned for Cayman
The Family Resource Centre is inviting Cayman Islands residents to join people around the world in celebrating the International Day of Peace on Sept. 21.
Spectacular coral spawning delights divers
Like “snowflakes in reverse,” tiny bundles of coral spawn drift to the ocean’s surface. It is the moment of conception for new coral reefs that will form over hundreds of years in the waters around the Cayman Islands.
Cayman community rallies around Dominica
For about three days last month, Martin Royer did not know what had happened to his mother, brother, sister and other relatives on the small eastern Caribbean island of Dominica.
Students explore medical field at Health City camp
Nineteen students between the ages of 12 and 14 took part in Healthcare Explorers Day Camp, hosted last month by Health City Cayman Islands.
Little aces serve and volley again
Tennis coaching for kids living in Grand Cayman’s outer districts kicks off again from Monday, thanks to sponsorship by Cayman National.
Small business tax breaks extended
Cayman's small and 'micro' businesses will get another year of breaks on licensing fees.
Bail sought after machete incident on George Town beach
A man charged with wounding and possessing an offensive weapon was remanded in custody by Magistrate Grace Donalds until Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Cultural market opens at East End Blow Holes
A new market featuring local foods and East End crafts has opened across from the Blow Holes.
Ameline wants time trial title back
Jerome Ameline thought he had a good chance of winning the last cycle road race, the 48-mile one around East End, a couple of weeks ago.
Police arrest man for machete attack
Police have arrested a man for attempted murder after a 25-year-old man suffered a wound to his face in a machete attack.
New elections map goes to governor, assembly
Cayman's Electoral Boundary Commission has completed its work, leaving the fate of "one person, one vote" in the hands of lawmakers.
Plenkiewicz overcomes injury to take on elite
Justine Plenkiewicz is one of the most experienced triathletes in Cayman, so it comes as no surprise that she will be representing the island in the age group world championships next month.
MLA: Road maintenance budget 'not enough'
Cayman's current roads maintenance budget is not enough to suit Cayman’s infrastructure needs, a former roads minister says.
Cayman's fine-feathered friends
In the Cayman Islands, there are some unique opportunities for the popular pastime of bird watching. Cayman is home to more than 230 resident and migratory species – and a great variety can be spotted right in the gardens of island residences.
Ameline loves life in the fast lane
Jerome Ameline has been a regular competitor on the local cycling circuit for many years and considering he runs his own cycling fitness gym, the lively Frenchman is likely to feature in many races in the future too.
EU team evaluates Cayman's Doppler weather radar system
An evaluation of how the Doppler weather radar system is working in the Cayman Islands brought a team from the European Union to the islands recently.
Second lawmaker opposes independent offices merger
Cayman's independent opposition lawmakers want to preserve separate oversight offices for complaints and information requests.
14 North Side speeders rounded up
After getting an earful from North Side residents and eastern district MLAs about traffic problems earlier this year, police ticketed more than a dozen people during a Sunday crackdown at Rum Point.
North Side speeders rounded up
After getting an earful from North Side residents and eastern district MLAs about traffic problems earlier this year, police ticketed more than a dozen people during a Sunday crackdown at Rum Point.
Cruz drops cigs to get more puff
Jalene Cruz is one of many Filipino athletes now a regular face on the sporting scene and like her compatriots she is vying to reach the top in her chosen sport, which is triathlon.
Police: Liquor law 'inadequate' to deal with problem bars
Police say they are "restricted" in carrying out investigations at problem bars and nightclubs.
Ramos outdistances the chasing pack
Pedro Lopez Ramos won the 48-mile Road Race on Sunday in another hard-fought, exciting cycle ride.
Seaweed a bane for swimmers, fishermen
Huge mats of seaweed washing up on some of Cayman’s beaches and floating near shore are presenting major challenges for beachgoers, boaters and fishermen.
Cayman is not the only island in the Caribbean being impacted by this tangled mess of seaweed. It is an issue on coasts throughout the entire region, according to the Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute.
Ameline's in shape to ride high
There is a 48-mile road race for cycling enthusiasts this Sunday and Jerome Ameline is confident he can win it after returning from two weeks training in France.
Ganja washes ashore in East End
A package believed to contain ganja was found on the shore in Grand Cayman's East End.
Health City opens new sleep lab
Health City has opened a new 'sleep lab' to treat, diagnose and study a range of sleep disorders which doctors believe could be contributing to other illnesses.
Ramos needs another fast ride
The busy cycling season resumes this weekend with a 48-mile road race.
Pensions law under public spotlight
Employment Minister Tara Rivers began her round of public meetings on proposed changes to the National Pensions Law.
Mother pleads not guilty to daughter's murder
Tamara Olita Butler pleaded not guilty on Friday to the murder of her 6-year-old daughter Bethany.
Orientation dates for public schools announced
Government has released the orientation dates for the 2015-16 school year.
Dart buys Barefoot Beach property
A $10 million piece of beachfront property in East End – once slated for a Mandarin Oriental Hotel – has been acquired by Dart Realty, the developer has confirmed.
Cruise berthing in Cayman: A history of starts, stops and controversy
A historical look at more than 12 years of starts, stops, controversy and failure in the effort to build cruise berthing facilities on Grand Cayman
Burglar ordered to compensate victims
A man who pleaded guilty to three burglaries was ordered to pay his victims a total of $1,682.
East End burglary suspect arrested
Police arrested a 46-year-old East End man in Bodden Town early Saturday morning on suspicion of burglary.
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.
Auditor General report: Government acted unlawfully on two major deals
The Cayman Islands government went outside the law in signing two major real estate development deals, auditors say.
House fire in East End
Fire Services are investigating a house fire in East End.
Speedy duo barely break sweat
The two fastest riders in the Cayman Islands at the moment teamed up to enter a time trial race on Sunday and won comfortably.
CUC power failure: Communications blackout
Cayman experienced a blackout of both power and communications from CUC on Friday.
Island-wide power outage hits Grand Cayman
A widespread power outage was experienced in Grand Cayman Friday.
The bus stops here – or does it?
Buses to North Side don't always complete their route, leaving passengers at Frank Sound or Old Man Bay.
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.
