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Youth leaders debate cyberbullying

Cayman's youth parliament takes up the topic of cyberbullying.

Radio show host arrested, suspended

The long-time host of Rooster FM Radio’s morning talk show program “Crosstalk” was suspended from the post Monday following his arrest.

Speeding tickets drop more than 80%

Local police seem hardly to be enforcing speed limits anymore.

Purple runs to honor women

March is Honoring Women Month and the two Color Me Purple 5k Walk/Runs are included in its schedule.

Insurance hike for obstetricians

A major hike in malpractice insurance rates among obstetricians may mean fewer private practitioners being able to afford to deliver babies locally.

Voting open to Colombians on island

Colombian nationals who live in the Cayman Islands can vote in their country’s parliamentary election Sunday at a polling booth at the George Town town hall. Registration must be completed by Friday.

Cayman asked to assist neighbors

As the Cayman Islands prepares for a summer youth basketball tournament, facilities have re-emerged as an issue.

Rotary races to put polio to bed

Rotary clubs of the Cayman Islands are hosting a Bed Race to raise money to eradicate polio.

Mayor's Cup worthwhile for boys

Nevada can be a future proving ground as youth football talent looks to improve.

Pilot program successful in training Caymanians for jobs

A small step towards solving the National issue of unemployment among Caymanians was made through an out-of-work pilot program - where 18 Caymanians secured permanent employment at various local businesses.

Heart Smart events to help arrest cardiovascular disease

The Cayman Heart Fund is getting ready to start a week-long attack on Cayman's number one killer - cardiovascular disease.

UK, Cayman in talks over landfill

The Cayman Islands is in discussions with the United Kingdom foreign office over potential solutions for the George Town landfill..

A look back at Cayman shocking JA

This Thursday, March 6, will come and go like any other week day, but 20 years ago, on that date, a legendary and truly remarkable sporting event occurred.

BT must respect GT

When fans turn up at the TE McField Annex on Ash Wednesday for the inaugural President’s Cup final they will be greeted by two teams absolutely committed to victory.

Donations for GT Primary school

George Town Primary School students will receive $8,000 in donations to help fund field trips, weekend maths clases and enhance participation in the performing arts.

Lower duty rate starts for electric cars

Electric powered cars and hybrids are now much cheaper to import.

Governor sworn in as chief scout

Cayman Islands Governor Helen Kilpatrick becomes the first female chief scout in the Cayman Islands.

Boundary lines must be redrawn, minister says

Cayman may be looking at another redistricting prior to the next general election.

Premier: 'One man' motion an 'assault'

Premier Alden McLaughlin says a recent one man, one vote motion was a political "assault" on him.

'One man, one vote' divides coalition gov't

A wild finish to the 'one man, one vote' debate shows up a few splits in the coalition government.

Security guard sentenced for theft

Rohan Anthony Hermitt, 42, was sentenced to four months imprisonment for theft committed while he was on duty as a security guard.

Road work approved for Rum Point Drive

Road work has been approved for the worst part of Rum Point Drive

Canadian tourist dies

A man who was found unconscious in about 20 feet of water Sunday evening has died.

Mardi Gras: Mr. Luva Luva in concert

Grammy award-winning artist, Shaggy, is set to perform Ash Wednesday as part of Margaritaville's annual Mardi Gras festivities

Barcadere Classic will offer plenty of large catches

Local competitive angling is officially getting its 2014 season going.

Lions roar after mauling Warriors

A rookie club is enjoying a good start on the court.

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Youth rally kicks off

With clear weather forecasted for the upcoming weekend, football fans should enjoy the action at the Cayman Islands Football Association Under-12 Rally at the T.E McField Sports Center on Saturday.

Summary Court facing backlog

Cayman's Summary Courts are dealing with a backlog of 1,230 cases from last year.

Premier tackles ‘one man, one vote’

Government takes a new path on 'one man, one vote.'

Governor will be first female Chief Scout

Governor Helen Kilpatrick will become the Cayman Islands’ first female Chief Scout in a celebration service to kick off Scouts Week on Sunday.

Agriculture show continues to grow

Cayman's locally grown produce and livestock takes centre this Ash Wednesday

'Mixed use' developments considered for GT

Commercial and residential combined developments may soon become a reality in the Cayman Islands capital.

Speed limit proposals going to Cabinet

The National Roads Authority received some 250 comments during its public consultation on proposed speed limit changes on several roads on Grand Cayman.

US gov't spending tops $3M in Cayman

US government spending in Cayman goes mostly to retirees.

Bodden Town set for Cup

For three decades, Ash Wednesday football finals in the Cayman Islands have provided an entertaining treat for fans.

BritCay take aim at Warriors

The BritCay Premiums are looking for their first win on the diamond.

Fishing notice

Competitive angling makes its return to the Cayman sports scene.

TED global ideas forum spreads to Cayman Islands

TED conferences - the global phenomenon of inspirational bite-size speeches - is coming to Cayman for the first time.

No takers for dump tires

An attempt to sell off up to two million scrapped tires piled up at the George Town landfill site received no official bids.

Blake: US market is the future

A top local football figure believes the United States can enhance Cayman’s national sport.

Base wage, 'one man, one vote' get consideration

Some hot button issues with voters will come before the Legislative Assembly this week.

Cayman boys defuse Houston Dynamo

The Cayman Islands ended a youth football competition with an impressive win.

Politics of rubbish: Where are the George Town MLAs?

As vocal, aggressive and effective as the Bodden Town MLAs have been in defending their territory, the George Town MLAs have been silent, passive and wholly ineffective in protecting their district.

Premier: 'We do not have a choice' on landfill

Premier Alden McLaughlin says government couldn't move any faster on the landfill issue if it wanted to.

Wood keeps Bodden Town in front

Bodden Town Football Club remain in the driver’s seat for a local crown.

Elderly cruise passenger dies on snorkel trip

A 78-year-old American tourist died Thursday after getting into difficulty during a snorkel trip at a dive site off the coast of George Town.   

Keeping Cayman's coffee flowing

Paradise Coffee is ensuring coffee lovers enjoy only the freshest brew

Rolling, rolling, rolling … keep that food (truck) rolling

Pub grub is now available from a mobile food trailer, otherwise known as The Rolling Stove.

Business fee reductions planned

Cayman's small businesses may get a break in the next government budget, but civil servants won't.

Sol Blazers burn George Town

The reigning champions of men's basketball in Cayman are off to a good start.

Dive shop reopens after SUV smash

A local dive shop is back at it a day after an SUV smashes through its front door.

Junked cars case goes to court

Piled up junked cars lined along dump road in George Town are a public nuisance, environmental health officials say.

The landfill: Why the smoke and mirrors?

Despite increasing calls for immediate action, government's response has been anything but urgent.

Swindon Town thrash McLean's boys

Caymanian youngsters lost to a visiting English youth football academy Tuesday night.

Health impact of dump fires unknown

The full environmental and health impact of the two major fires at the George Town landfill recently is unknown because no air samples were taken during the fires, a consultant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency believes.

Racers rev up for new season

Local motorsports is shifting back into gear.

Chamber slams gov't landfill plan

The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce urges government to forego the committee stage and find a landfill solution now.

Chamber Council to Minister: Find GT dump fix by Sept. 30

Chamber president says fix Cayman's solid waste problem now, not later.

New Palmer golf course for Cayman

Arnold ‘The King’ Palmer is coming to the Cayman Islands to open a new golf course.

Wanderers see off Old Boys, Harry's defeat Revolution

The line up of the CML Cup semifinals were decided last weekend with Fidel Wanderers, Harry’s, CML Claymores and Luca Zaino all progressing in the Sunday League knockout competition.

Welcoming 'the Y' to Grand Cayman

The YMCA's debut could prove to be a landmark moment for community service in the Cayman Islands.

Rare cruise visit for Brac

The arrival of a spectactular four-masted sail boat in Cayman Brac on Friday could herald the start of a new era of cruise tourism for the island.

Blake welcomes others as hosts

One of Cayman’s top football figures wants more local entities involved at an organizational level.

New year's robbery case adjourned

Three men charged with the New Year's Day robbery of Diamonds International will return to court on Feb. 28.

Response to dump fire under review

The response to last week's inferno at the George Town landfill will come under review.

Cayman Logwood creates stunning local art

Fallen logwood trees are being recycled into one-of-a-kind art pieces by local company Cayman Logwood

Gov't kicks $10K to Grasspiece

The Cayman Islands government continues to show its support for the national sport.

KPMG and Titans battle for props

A finals rematch highlights the latest round of action on the diamond.

Crewe Road closed on Saturday

A section of Crewe Road, from Jose's gas station to Kings Gym, will be closed on Saturday.

Cruise passengers get a whiff of burning dump

Tourists arriving in Cayman encountered the smoke and fumes from the landfill fire.

Dump burns for second day

Updated: Some closures were still in effect Friday as the fire at the George Town landfill raged on.

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