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Bringing fairness to the Baines brouhaha

We know a cooked – no, actually a raw – deal when we see it. And Police Commissioner David Baines is on the receiving end of one right now.

Cook-off students to meet MasterChef TV show finalist

Young local chefs will go head-to-head in a mystery basket cook-off this Wednesday, Dec. 17, for the chance to work with British MasterChef: The Professionals finalist, Adam Handling, at January's Cayman Cookout.

Cayman Islands police commissioner defends record

Police Commissioner David Baines declares he will not resign, despite calls from some legislators for him to step down.

Derek Haines: Remarkable feet, remarkable feat

Linked hand in hand with several of his strongest supporters, former police officer Derek Haines crossed the finish line of the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon, the final segment of his campaign to raise $1 million for Cayman HospiceCare.

Parties make boundary commission appointments

Two members are appointed to the commission that will decide what 'one man, one vote' looks like in Cayman.

Staffing troubles pursue premier, ministry

Some major staffing troubles beset the government's Home Affairs Ministry.

Derek Haines's run for the money: $1 million for Cayman HospiceCare!

A jubilant Derek Haines was bathed in applause as he achieved his $1 million Cayman HospiceCare challenge and crossed the finish line of the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon.

Lawmaker threatens motion to oust Baines

A West Bay lawmaker calls for Cayman's commissioner of police to quit or be fired.

Cayman Islands complaints commissioner resigns

Cayman's government complaints watchdog quits her post amid dissatisfaction over her contract-renewal process.

Business in brief

A roundup of local business briefs.

Derek Haines has $1m fundraising target in sight

Derek Haines is confident that the $1 million target towards a new building for Cayman HospiceCare will be achieved when he finishes the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon on Sunday.

Premier, governor head to London

Cayman's leadership will meet with U.K. ministers next week in London for the annual Joint Ministeral Council.

Health industry chiefs converge for Cayman Islands Healthcare Conference

The fifth annual Cayman Islands National Healthcare 20/20 Conference is set to begin Thursday, Nov. 20.

OT minister: Governor Kilpatrick sorry for Cayman media slam

The British Overseas Territories Minister said Cayman's governor did apologize over professionally degrading comments about the local press corps.

‘Shades of Red’ helps to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS

Rotaract Blue Cayman Islands is gearing up for their seventh annual wine tasting event, “Shades of Red.” Wines on offer have been personally selected by the Governor, Her Excellency, Mrs. Helen Kilpatrick, who will also be in attendance.

New Grand Court judge appointed

Justice Ingrid Mangatal has been appointed as a new full-time Grand Court judge, Governor Helen Kilpatrick announced this week.

Governor’s car in West Bay Road crash

The governor has a fender-bender along Seven Mile Beach.

Charity BBQ cook-off decision goes to the dogs

The BBQ Battle of Lalique Pointe will officially go down as a draw, but thanks to Franz Manderson and Eric Bush, the Breast Cancer Foundation is the real winner.

Academy well set for CAC Games

The 2014 Summer 7s Series drew to a close over the weekend with a day of action which did not disappoint.

Commission recommends 34 constitution amendments

The Cayman Islands Constitution Commission recommends 34 amendments to the 2009 Constitution which it feels can be made by the mutual consent of the premier and the leader of the opposition.

Cayman Renewable Energy Association launches

The new Cayman Renewable Energy Association formally establishes itself tonight at a reception at Government House.

Prisoner release bill approved

Cayman's convicted killers will no longer be serving life in prison in most cases.

White Party weathers storm, raises thousands for athletes

The Cayman Islands Olympic Fundraising Committee’s “White Party, Hamptons Style” raises thousands for Cayman athletes at a glittering event.

A billion reasons for Governor Kilpatrick to step in

With every passing day, it has become increasingly obvious that the Cayman Islands needs a no-nonsense, action-oriented governor.

Security council holds three meetings in 18 months

Cayman's National Security Council isn't meeting very often these days.

Government employee of the year chosen

Venice Tatum is the civil service's Employee of the Year.

Not guilty!

Cayman's former leader is cleared on all charges relating to his alleged improper use of a government credit card.

Navy warship visits Cayman

Royal Navy Warship HMS Argyll moored off George Town on Monday for a four-day visit.

Governor presented with first poppy

The Cayman Islands Veterans Association pinned Governor Helen Kilpatrick with the first poppy of 2014’s poppy campaign this week.

French consul general visits

France Consul General Philippe Létrilliart visited Grand Cayman for meetings with officials and to meet French citizens who live here.

Renovated yacht club opens

The new Cayman Islands Yacht Club opens.
 

Sailors attempt record

It seemed as if the whole of the Cayman Islands Sailing Club was out on North Sound on Sunday for the Bart’s Bash sailing race run by sailing clubs all around the world on behalf of the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation charity.

Independents drop ‘one man’ motion

Independent lawmakers agree to watch and wait on 'one man, one vote' ... at least for now.

EY report: A test of our will and courage

This is the Cayman Islands' moment of opportunity, and it is also Premier Alden McLaughlin's defining moment.

Voting change ‘one’ step closer

The Cayman Islands government takes a symbolic first step toward changing its election system.

Cautious optimism for ‘one man, one vote’

Supporters of 'one man, one vote' give government a provisional thumbs-up over its electoral reform plan.

Premier: ‘One man, one vote’ in place by 2017 election

One man, one vote is back on government's agenda.

Chamber calls on Security Council to address crime

Business leaders are requesting a meeting with the National Security Council in response to the rise in crime over the first six months of 2014.

Students host event to connect with employers

More than 30 students networked with local employers at an event organized by Cayman Connection U.K., a nonprofit group solely run by Caymanian students.

Disruption to 911 calls linked to network issue

A connection failure disabling emergency calls could happen again, warns the Department of Public Safety Communications.

Tempura records case taken to court again

The Cayman Islands governor has again refused to give up records related to a complaint made in the wake of Operation Tempura and has signaled her intention to take the matter to court for a second time.

Governor throws support to ladies

Some of the best netball players in the Cayman Islands headed to a tournament in style.

New Court of Appeal judge sworn in

Sir George Newman has been sworn in as a justice of the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal.

Operation Tempura allegations turn ugly

Accusations of criminality, lying and cover-ups fly around the ill-fated Operation Tempura corruption investigation.

Ex-Gov, AG cleared of criminal allegations

Criminal allegations against high-ranking Cayman officials backfire on Operation Tempura's former senior investigator.

Churches called to account for cash

Government auditors ask local churches what they did with money from the Nation Buildng Fund.

Ernst & Young report: A test of resolve for Cabinet, civil service

We can foretell that the Ernst & Young evaluation of Cayman's public sector is setting up what we hope will be a civil debate regarding the future of civil servants.

Police service welcomes new officers

The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service welcomes eight men and four women as its newest police officers.

Veterans call on volunteers

The Cayman Islands Veterans Association is calling for more support this year for its annual Poppy Appeal.

Glasgow set for Commonwealth show

As the Commonwealth Games approach, Scotland is set to dazzle its visitors.

Local athletes enjoy send-off

The Cayman Islands Olympic Committee celebrated the departure of Cayman athletes to major meets this summer.

Walkers hosts alumni evening to mark firm’s anniversary

Walkers hosted a special alumni evening for the many articled clerks who have undergone legal training with the firm over the years.

Caymanian RCIPS recruits to graduate

The largest group of Caymanians to join the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service will graduate on July 17.

Doak pins down local spirit

Jaime Doak is helping Cayman’s cause in Scotland.

Passports a major concern for territories

The issuance of U.K. biometric passports to the British Overseas Territories, including the Cayman Islands, will take center stage at meeting here Wednesday for territory leaders.

Runners rally to support HospiceCare

Local runners went the extra mile at the Deputy Governor’s 5K challenge - to help Derek Haines raise $1 million for the Hospice Care.

Report: No additional staff for anti-corruption enforcement

Cayman's anti-corruption enforcers are overworked, understaffed and not getting many convictions.

Caymanians stranded by UK passport issues

Some Caymanians trying to renew British passports are being left without any travel documents at all.

Gov’t board members threaten to resign

Cayman's attempt to require financial disclosures for public sector leaders hits a major roadblock.

Haines bonds cell phone firms

Derek Haines has thought up another revenue stream to achieve his $1 million Cayman HospiceCare target and in the process has united the island’s two main telecommunications companies.

Haines gets $100k again

Derek Haines is a step closer to reaching his $1 million challenge with a new donation of $100,000 donation.

Cayman celebrates the Queen’s 88th birthday

George Town was transformed into a site of much pomp and ceremony on Saturday when it hosted a parade and awards ceremony in honor of the 88th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II.

Auditor General’s report: Time to call the cops

The breadth and scope of the Auditor General's report on Cayman Islands government "travel and hospitality" spending is astounding.

Grand Cayman prepares for potential natural disasters

Grand Cayman prepares for natural disasters with a lecture series and a tsunami exercise.

Royal Ascot night injects funds for Commonwealth Games

The Commonwealth Games team has just been announced and the 28 members is grateful for the latest event to fund the trip to Glasgow next month by the Olympic Fundraising Committee.

Governor bashed over Tempura secrecy

The veil of secrecy over Operation Tempura is causing hard feelings in Cayman and in the United Kingdom.

Commissioner cleared over injuring suspect

Police commissioner David Baines will not face charges over his dramatic intervention in a New Year’s Day diamond heist in George Town

Government seeks discrimination feedback

The government wants to hear from women who feel they are being discriminated against or facing inequality in the workplace or elsewhere.

Doctors and dentists celebrated

More than 50 people came together at a gala dinner at the weekend to celebrate the Cayman Islands Medical and Dental Society’s 30th anniversary and to honor Dr. Sook Yin.

Halfway house put on hold

The official opening of The Bridge Foundation’s women’s shelter in West Bay has been cancelled after planning concerns were raised on the eve of the event.

Ribbon cut on SafeHaven Marina

Governor Helen Kilpatrick officially opened the SafeHaven Marina Tuesday following its $3.5 million refurbishment.

Annual budget provides pomp and ceremony

The 2014-2015 budget of the Cayman Islands government may have provided some of the most up-to-date financial information, but its delivery was not without some age-old customs.

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