Topic: Government House
50 years ago: Cayman’s new stamps; gas prices may increase; freedom of the press
The top frontpage article in the 4 March 1976 issue of the Caymanian Compass covered the ongoing issue of gas prices.
Future of governor’s residence will be a ‘big political decision’
While Governor Jane Owen says there has been no detailed discussion on moving her out of Government House she is will accept whatever decision is made when it comes to the official residence.
Public restrooms to replace porto-toilets at Governors Beach
Government has abandoned plans to build cabanas and a playground on Governors Beach, following objections from neighbouring residents and advice from public departments, but public restrooms are still on the cards.
Bill for Prince Edward’s 48-hour trip to Cayman $72,000
The royal visit in February of the Earl and Countess of Wessex, Prince Edward and his wife Sophie, cost Cayman $72,031.92, with the police shouldering the highest amount at $57,306.50.
Final day of Jubilee weekend promises parade, garden party and fireworks
It has been a busy weekend of events in the Cayman Islands, celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee.
Concerts, food festivals, the Official Lighting of...
UK-based Caymanian students gather
More than 100 guests joined Governor Martyn Roper at Government House on Thursday night to celebrate six years of Cayman Connection UK.
Cayman’s Special Olympians feted at Government House
A coalition of Cayman’s most beloved athletes are traveling across the world to compete on a global stage.
Governor and family enjoy festive party
The governor and his wife enjoyed a festive Christmas party at Government House last week at their last official function of 2018.
Officers honored for long service
Long-serving police, fire, and prison officers were honored on Dec. 6 at Government House for the career milestones they achieved between 2014 and 2017.
EDITORIAL – The lights come back on at Government House
At the conclusion of what must have been a long and wearying day of traveling and ceremonies, the governor and his wife greeted with grace and kindness the crowds of inquisitive strangers.
New governor, Martyn Roper, arrives in Cayman Islands
Martyn Roper arrived at Owen Roberts International Airport Monday morning to take on his post as the 14th governor of the Cayman Islands.
Governor Designate Roper arrives Monday
Incoming Governor Martyn Roper is scheduled to participate in a full slate of events following his arrival in Cayman on Monday around 11:30 a.m.
Governor hosts World Red Cross Day celebrations
Celebrations to mark World Red Cross Day this month were held at Government House, where Governor Anwar Choudhury hosted 123 Cayman Islands Red Cross volunteers and partners.
Easter campers hit the beaches
You know it must be Easter when the colorful encampments of tents begin popping up on the beaches around Grand Cayman.
Plates and praise for Governor Kilpatrick
Governor Helen Kilpatrick was honored Friday, March 2, at an evening farewell reception on the lawn in front of Government House.
Queen’s Baton passes into Cayman hands
The Queen’s Baton found its way into the hands of Cayman residents this weekend, when it made the rounds of several of the most scenic points of interest on Grand Cayman.
Queen’s Baton arrives in Cayman on Friday
It’s been a trek four months in the making, but the Queen’s Baton, the Commonwealth’s equivalent to the Olympic flame, will land in Cayman on Friday as part of its 388-day journey leading up to the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.
