Topic: George Town
Tourism arrivals increase in 2015
Last year was another record year for tourism in the Cayman Islands, though growth was marginal compared with the rest of the region.
Cancer Society urges community to Stride
The Stride Against Cancer on Jan. 31, the walk/run of varying distances in four locales in the Cayman Islands, is one of the biggest fundraising events for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society, and organizers are urging participants to come out and support the cause.
Miss Cayman motorcade on Saturday
Eight contestants in the Miss Cayman contest will be parading on Cayman’s roads Saturday to drum up public support for the beauty queen title.
Arrest made after stabbing on School Road
A 34-year-old George Town man has been arrested on suspicion of stabbing a man earlier this week.
Primary Football League wraps up third-round playoffs
The 2015/2016 CUC Primary Football League and Girls Primary Football League playoffs resumed on Saturday, Jan. 9, with the third round of games at the Annex Field following the Christmas break.
Voter numbers continue to decline
The number of registered voters in Cayman has continued to decline since the general elections in May 2013.
Sales increase reflects island-wide growth for 2016
As we transition into the new year, I am excited at the prospects for Cayman’s real estate industry for the coming 12 months, because we will be building on an already strong product that just looks to strengthen even further in 2016.
Pump prices average below $4; lower power bills likely
Average fuel prices on Grand Cayman last week fell below the $4 per gallon mark for the first time in more than two years, according to data provided by the Cayman Islands Petroleum Inspectorate.
Carepay trial: HSA staffers delivered checks for $1.5M to Watson’s assistant
Three checks totaling more than $1.5 million were delivered to the offices of Canover Watson's former company by HSA staff members.
Scholarships available
The Ministry of Education and the Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands have announced that there are tertiary scholarships available.
Small bird sanctuary has a big impact
The Governor Gore Bird Sancturary is a hidden gem which attracts an amazing variety of birds.
Suspicious fires gut apartment, SUV
Separate fires damage an apartment and an SUV overnight Saturday in central George Town.
Cayman Premier League matches set for this weekend
The Cayman Islands Football Association’s Premier League is under way, with four matches being held over the coming weekend.
Constitutional Commission: 9-member government bench possible
Cayman's Constitutional Commission weighs in on the Legislative Assembly numbers debate.
Head of Webb’s Cayman office claims unfair dismissal
The head of former CONCACAF president Jeff Webb’s Cayman-based office was one of three people suspended from work by the regional soccer body in the aftermath of his arrest, according to allegations in a law suit.
Honey Badger under repair; reef restoration continues
The boat of the Magic Reef Restoration project may be under repair after being thrown onto the ironshore by rough seas earlier this week, but the restoration work on the reef is continuing, volunteers said.
Young parents in East End concerned over lack of jobs
Some young parents in East End are speaking out about the difficulties they have in finding jobs.
Penalty flag: Putting a price on patriotism
In the Cayman Islands, patriotism doesn’t come free of charge. According to our government, the cost can range up to $5,000 per display.
Third indicted CONCACAF chief faces US extradition
Another regional football president heads back to the U.S. facing criminal charges in the FIFA scandal, but Cayman's CONCACAF president's office remains open.
Reef recovery boat damaged as rough seas hit George Town
A boat used by reef restoration volunteers was damaged Tuesday morning when rough weather conditions caused it to break from its moorings and land on the ironshore.
Bullet hole discovered in shop window
A George Town business owner discovered what was described as a bullet hole in the store’s window as he removed Christmas decorations around 4:30 p.m. Saturday, police said.
Road safety campaign pays off
Police celebrated a “good result” over the festive season with no major collisions and no fatalities on the roads.
A month-by-month roundup of Cayman’s 2015 news stories
Top stories of 2015 in the Cayman Islands
Book donations embrace bilingualism
Three primary schools recieved a total of $2,600 worth of new books thanks to Rotary Sunrise.
What are your New Year’s resolutions?
George Town residents share their New Year's resolutions.
50 years ago: North Siders return home for the holidays
North Siders returned home for the holidays.
Busiest day in port for holiday season
Five cruise ships brought more than 16,600 passengers to Grand Cayman on Wednesday.
East Ender reminisces about tourism’s early days
Having spent 45 years in the tourism business, East Ender Doralee McLaughlin has a treasure chest of memories to share, stretching back to the industry’s early days.
Editorial Year in Review: FIFA, corruption
editorials on fifa, corruption
Man arrested for beach theft
Police arrested a man shortly before noon on Wednesday on suspicion of stealing a woman’s bag on Smith Cove beach.
Top stories of 2015: One man, one vote approved
The approval of 'one man, one vote' in 2015 marked a "sea change" in Cayman Islands politics.
Routes announced for free Purple Ribbon buses
Routes for the free Purple Ribbon buses on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day have been announced by the National Drug Council, organizers of the initiative.
Tourist hit by truck on West Bay Road
A British tourist was hit by a truck as he crossed West Bay Road Tuesday evening.
Top stories of 2015: The year of the report
The theme for government in 2015 may well have been “The Year of the
Report.” Ministers and civil servants have been going through a yearlong
review of the EY Report, which calls for numerous government reforms.
50 years ago: Exploding fridge damages home
In December 1965, Bodden Town correspondent A.B. Hunter wrote in the Caymanian Weekly of a home in Pedro that was partially destroyed in a fire after a refrigerator exploded in the kitchen.
Top stories of 2015: Caledonian bank bankrupt and in liquidation after SEC files lawsuit
After more than 44 years in business, Cayman bank Caledonian went into bankruptcy in February, just days after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filed a law suit against the bank.
Cayman's top sporting events draw enthusiastic crowds
A look at some of Cayman's most popular sporting events of 2015.
Top stories of 2015: Cruise plan divided Cayman in 2015
Plans for a new cruise terminal in George Town harbor dominated the headlines and divided the Cayman Islands community throughout 2015.
Fireworks legal, but regulated
Planning to set off fireworks this holiday season? Check the laws first.
House damaged in car smash
A woman needed hospital treatment after a car passing her house in George Town smashed into a parked car, pushing the parked vehicle into her house.
Two machete woundings reported over Christmas
Emergency services responded to two separate reports of people being injured by machetes over the Christmas holidays.
Cigars: culture, history and ecstasy
Valerio Cornale is one of the world's foremost collector of antique humidors, and is an authority on cigars. He has advice on everything from how to smoke a cigar, to what we need for a happy life.
Bail denied for destruction of evidence
After attorneys for Alexander Adrian Ebanks made two applications for his bail and both were refused, Magistrate Valdis Foldats said on Monday that his decision could be taken to the Grand Court.
Cayman gas prices drop below $4 per gallon
Per gallon prices for regular, unleaded gasoline fell below $4 per gallon this week at some George Town petrol stations.
Christmas spirit: Peace, joy and goodwill to all
It’s Christmas Eve in the Cayman Islands. How things have changed.
Drug addiction does not take a holiday
The Drug Rehabilitation Court and informal mental health court use a team approach to work with defendants even over the holidays.
Kind deed on bus leads to quest for cruise passengers
Cruise ship passengers Jerry and Pam Reding had only a first name to go on when they tried to track down a Caymanian woman who had helped ensure they did not miss their boat.
MLA McTaggart joins Progressives
George Town MLA Roy McTaggart removed the “independent” from his title Tuesday, joining the Progressives political party and announcing that he would campaign with the Progressives for re-election in 2017.
Red Bay church Christmas caroling trailer hits the streets
The Red Bay Church of God Holiness caroling trailer took to the roads for the 29th consecutive year, spreading Christmas cheer to Cayman residents on Tuesday night.
Ministry of Community Affairs, Youth and Sports gives back to community
Staff of the Ministry of Community Affairs, Youth and Sports paid Christmas visits to residents of the Family Resource Centre, Pines Retirement, Golden Age and Bonaventure Boys Home.
Morning cruise: Easing Cayman's road congestion
To our readers who may have found their commutes, er, somewhat extended this morning: Have patience, Christmas will soon come.
Christmas at George Town Primary
George Town Primary School held its annual Infants and Juniors Christmas concerts.
Teen in stable condition after weekend shooting
Police are investigating a West Bay Road shooting after a teenager showed up at the hospital with a gunshot wound early Saturday.
Woman escapes serious injury after vehicle flips
A pregnant woman swerved to avoid a car parked in the middle of the Esterly Tibbetts Highway and the SUV she was driving in flipped Saturday morning, according to police.
18 year old injured in shooting
Police say an 18-year-old George Town man was shot in the torso overnight. The man went to the hospital, where officers interviewed him just before 6 a.m. Saturday.
London Philharmonic ensemble at Cayman Arts Festival
Early bird ticket deadline for the Cayman Arts Festival is Dec. 31, and offers a general pass to all events for $100 for adults.
Cayman Prep cruises to victory in primary school sailing championships
Young sailors from Cayman Prep finished the final race of the annual RBC Primary School Sailing Championship in first place to take the trophy on Dec. 11.
Cruise arrivals up this holiday season
An unusually large number of cruise passengers are scheduled to descend on Grand Cayman in the days leading up to Christmas and the New Year.
Government gets its first electric vehicle
The Cayman Islands Postal Service will deliver packages to George Town offices in 2016 using government’s first electric vehicle, a Nissan van, which Cayman Automotive delivered Thursday.
'Tax-onomy': Our potholes and pitfalls
Cayman's image as a "low-tax" or even "tax-free" jurisdiction has been most useful as a marketing tool. Unfortunately, it's not entirely true.
What's hot this Christmas
It may be too late to beat the Christmas shopping rush this year, but there is still enough time to head out to local shops to find that perfect gift.
50 Years ago: Civil service exodus prediction justified
In the Dec. 15, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, Bodden Town correspondent Arthur Hunter wrote:
Spotts cruise terminal improvements planned
Improvements to Cayman’s secondary cruise ship terminal at Spotts Dock, including a new visitor center, are planned for January.
Cayman Prep, Red Bay remain undefeated in U-11 Champions Cup
The second round of games in the 2015/2016 CUC Primary Football League and Girls Primary Football League playoffs were played Saturday at the Annex Field.
Rolling out the Kimpton carpet for One Young World
The opening of Dart's Kimpton Seafire Resort in late 2016 foreshadows a much-needed renaissance in Cayman's lagging mid-level to upscale tourism room inventory.
New farmers market opens in George Town
A new farmers market for local farmers and craft makers opened to the public Friday morning in George Town.
New home takes shape for fire-hit George Town family
An overwhelming community response has helped the Buttrum family begin rebuilding a new home on the site their old one that burned to the ground in July.
Soto biography book signing at Book Nook
A book about Bob Soto's extraordinary life, aptly titled "Extraordinary Adventures" will be launched on Dec. 15 with a book signing on Dec. 18.
Stoak’d: Fired up for any challenge
The trio of Marc and Pam Laurenson and Kevin Mounsor, otherwise known as "Stoak'd" are quickly emerging as exciting artists to be watched in the future.
Visual Arts Christmas Crafts
The Visual Arts Christmas Craft Market is a popular item on the December calendar, where shoppers look for unique, locally made gifts.
Cayman cemeteries face grave problem
Two Cayman Islands districts face looming problems with cemetery space, with the problem in West Bay district being the most severe and East End looking to close one of its cemeteries next year.
Devon Anglin trial Judge: Verdict expected Jan. 19
Justice Charles Quin has scheduled Jan. 19 as the date to deliver his judgment in the trial of Devon Anglin, who is charged with the Feb. 15, 2010 murder of 4-year-old Jeremiah Barnes.
