Topic: environment
GASBOY, continued: Fuel for abuse of public funds
The GASBOY thefts are Cayman's "broken windows" - in the sense of the crime-fighting strategy embraced by former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani.
Work permit secretary found not guilty
An immigration official was found not guilty Tuesday on eight charges relating to work permit issues.
No long-term damage in Salina fire, Trust believes
National Trust representatives say they don't think there is any long-term environmental damage to the Salina Reserve from last month's fire.
U-15 tournament will attract 1,000 people to boost coffers
The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) has confirmed the teams for the second staging of the CONCACAF Boys’ Under-15 Championship which will again be held in the Cayman Islands this summer.
Branson urges students to lobby leaders for clean energy
Entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson tells Cayman Islands students they need to lobby their government to go green.
Alternative investment forum seeks new vision for industry
Megatrends are fundamentally shifting the alternative investment industry.
El Niño impact could be felt in Cayman
El Niño is brewing in the Pacific and the consequences could be felt in Cayman.
Grouper Moon project broadcasts to schools from beneath the waves
One of the natural wonders of Cayman’s waters – a mass gathering of thousands of large Nassau Grouper – was broadcast live from beneath the waves this week as part of a unique education project.
Minimum wage may affect third of workers
The Minimum Wage Advisory Committee estimates that 30 percent of workers in Cayman will be affected by a minimum wage.
Cayman chosen for football dispute court
Two football federations covering the Americas have selected Cayman for the site of a new sports arbitration court.
Cruise liner gets GT harbor scare
A cruise liner ran into difficulty in George Town harbor on Monday afternoon.
Gamba's girls help Sunset rise
Sunset Football Club’s women’s team dominates the female game locally and they need not worry about whether the next generation will maintain their grip on trophies because girls barely out of their nappies are being groomed for the future.
Cooked pork products recalled
The Cayman Islands Department of Environmental Health has issued an advisory on the recall of two varieties of cooked pork.
'Luminescent Forms:' Where art meets science
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands’ latest exhibition puts art under the microscope, bridging the gap between art and science.
Writer concerned about roads, environment
Writer shares concerns about litter, flooding, potholes and road drop-offs.
Frank Schilling: A man who knows his domains
The narrative of Frank Schilling is a success story, punctuated with a cautionary tale for Cayman.
Cayman updates insurance regulations
The regulations enhance the insurance statutory framework by providing more risk management alternatives and flexibility to insurers incorporated as segregated portfolio companies.
Ribbins meet sees CARIFTA times
The Pete Ribbins Consolidated Water meet at the Lions pool over the weekend was a great four-day event to prepare swimmers for the CARIFTA championships at Easter.
Electrical arc caused fire in gov't building
Almost 900 employees were evacuated from the five-story Government Administration Building in the heart of Grand Cayman’s financial capital, George Town, on Friday morning.
Gay Morse – 30 years living a dream
Dive master, resort manager, author and marine conservationist Gay Morse celebrates 30 years in the Cayman Islands this year.
Fire burns 200 acres in Salina Reserve
More than 200 acres in the Salina Reserve burned over two days.
More genetically modified mosquitoes planned for Cayman
As genetically modified mosquitoes used to control mosquito-borne viruses like dengue and chikungunya, a technique first tested in Cayman, is proposed for the Florida Keys, researchers in Cayman are preparing for a bigger release of the genetically modified insects here.
Wildlife sightings delight divers, fishermen
Hammerheads, manta rays, a sperm whale and even an 18-foot whale shark – there have been some amazing wildlife sightings around the Cayman Islands in recent weeks.
Rescued turtles battle tough survival odds
Two baby turtles rescued after being found tangled in vegetation were the last of nearly 17,000 to hatch on Cayman’s beaches during nesting season.
Illegal dumper: 'Catch me if you can'
An illegal dumper left construction debris and household rubbish on a North Side beach, along with a sign stating, "Catch me if you can."
Divers seek funds for reef restoration
Volunteer divers working to restore coral reef severely damaged by a cruise ship anchor have launched a fundraising campaign to help sustain the effort.
New underwater worm species identified in Cayman
A new species of underwater worm has been discovered in Cayman.
Turtle Netters relaunched
Netball coaching sessions for boys and girls aged 6 years to 11 years is on every Saturday morning at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex.
Cayman Finance hosts NY event
Cayman Finance will host its second annual New York Breakfast Briefing on Jan. 21 at the Harvard Club of New York City
Researchers keep tabs on life at the sandbar
Researchers counted 91 rays at the sandbar during the most recent stingray census.
Government meeting records kept out of view
Few boards with the Cayman Islands government publish meeting minutes online.
Ivy League aces all squashed up
Local sports tourism is getting another boost with two Ivy League universities sending their squash teams to Cayman for a week’s warm weather training before leaving on Tuesday.
New Chamber boss: Cayman poised for growth
Island Paving boss Barry Bodden took over the helm of the Chamber of Commerce promising a quieter style, but equally forceful advocacy, to his predecessor, the outspoken Johann Moxam.
Court calls for facility for children in need of care
Chief Justice Anthony Smellie implores government to create secure accommodations for children in need of care.
New trucks to improve garbage collection
Ten new garbage pick-up trucks will be in service by end of January, helping to improve trash collections which have been plagued with delays.
More than 1,000 lionfish culled in tournament
More than 1,000 lionfish were culled during the latest weekend tournament to rid the reefs of the invasive predator.
Record year for US CLO issuance
Issuance of collateralized loan obligations reached a record high US$123.8 billion from 237 deals in 2014.
Changes put premier in charge of massive ministry
A government ministry reshuffle puts massive responsibility on the premier's shoulders and lightens the load for the former health minister.
Eliminating 'speed bumps' in Cayman governance
Speed in addressing government matters is essential.
Recycle live Christmas trees
People can take natural Christmas trees to one of six sites for recycling.
Learn a language this New Year
Learning a new language can be fun and rewarding, with a multitude of benefits to our mind, and to corporate success and enjoyment of foreign countries.
2014 Year in Review
A month-by-month review of the Cayman Islands' top new stories in 2014.
Premier's New Year's message
Premier Alden McLaughlin's New Year's message.
Top story of 2014: George Town dump: several fires, slow progress
A review of developments with the George Town landfill in 2014.
A most joyous Christmas to our readers
Clear skies, ideal temperatures, perfect beach days. Yes, it must be Christmastime in the Cayman Islands.
Cayman Enterprise City announces site for permanent campus
Cayman Enterprise City announces the acquisition of a 50-acre site near central George Town where the special economic zone’s permanent 850,000-square-foot campus will be built.
Krys doubles up the pain this time
Ultra-distance runner Ken Krys deserves to put his feet up this festive season more than most because in recent weeks he has completed two more challenging events.
New Year's Eve – raise your glasses for auld lang syne!
With New Year's Eve around the corner, the countdown begins - where should you go and what should you do to ring in 2015?
Jude Scott named new Cayman Finance CEO
Jude Scott succeeds Gonzalo Jalles, who stepped down in November as CEO of the association that represents Cayman’s financial services.
One year later: Tire fire threat remains
One year after the dramatic landfill fire that sent large plumes of black smoke billowing across Grand Cayman, a half-million discarded tires remain at the site.
Environmental fund has $46M
The Environmental Protection Fund has more than $46 million collected from taxes on tourists since 1997, but the fund has not been used since 2005.
Federation wants added protection for children
Global netball wants to place added focus on kids.
Online poll: Most would just pay the price for trash collection
The majority of respondents to a caymancompass.com online poll would simply pay the price if there were a charge for trash collection.
Wave of interest in new event
Female watersports enthusiasts now have an event they can solely enjoy and literally feel on the crest of a wave.
Immigration to get easier for visitors to Cayman Islands
Some immigration changes should make it easier for short-term workers and long-term visitors.
New company plans to bring tech startups to Cayman Islands
A new company that provides seed capital and mentoring programs to tech ventures could potentially bring dozens of start-up companies to Cayman.
Two-year sentence for hitting man with bottle
Hitting a man with a bottle put Shaquille Demario Bush in prison for two years; it left his victim permanently blind in one eye.
Student chapter elects three representatives to CBA
Three women have been elected to represent student members of the Caymanian Bar Association.
Wide variety of developments up for EIA screening
Developers will be required to carry out an Environmental Impact Assessment before proceeding with a project if the new National Conservation Council deems it necessary.
Cayman Islands port manager’s contract not renewed
A sea change for the Cayman Islands Port Authority may be on the horizon.
Garbage collection holiday schedule
The Department of Environmental Health announces garbage pickup days for the holiday period.
Christmas beef inspections reminder
The Department of Environmental Health is reminding butchers to schedule inspection early due to the large number of requests.
Camana Bay lauds solar power technology at corporate offices
Camana Bay has released the first figures on how much its solar array is saving the development in electricity costs.
Conservation council divided over extent of role and powers
All government agencies will be required to consult with environment officials on any decision or application that could impact natural resources under guidelines approved Wednesday for the implementation of the National Conservation Law.
Cayman's new chemotherapy unit attracts local patients
More local cancer patients are opting to receive chemotherapy in Cayman with the opening a new chemo unit.
Criminal charges unlikely over Grand Cayman coral reef damage
Criminal prosecution of any of the parties involved in the incident which led to a large area of coral reef being severely damaged by a cruise ship anchor is unlikely at this point despite estimates that the cost of the damage could run to several million dollars.
Conservation council to hold first meeting
The newly appointed National Conservation Council will hold its first meeting, in public, Wednesday as the process of implementing the historic and controversial legislation steps up a gear.
It's finally time for Cayman to meet 'The Council'
Nearly one year ago, Cayman Islands legislators passed a law creating the National Conservation Council, one of the most powerful extensions of government. Its first meeting is today.
NCB Group wins regional investment award
Cayman construction firm NCB Group has won the 2014 Local Investor of the Year and the Caribbean Regional Investor of the Year awards.
Prisoners tackle beach debris
Between 10 and 18 prisoners are working every day to clean up beaches along the north coast.
Free HIV testing at Cayman health clinics on World AIDS Day
Cayman is offering free HIV testing to residents starting Dec. 1 for World Aids Day, a global campaign which aims to raise awareness of the deadly virus.
Holiday season means cleanup time for Cayman
Road and beach cleanups are going on throughout Cayman in the runup to Christmas.
