Topic: Little Cayman
Aerial operations begin to prevent mosquitoes
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit will begin aerial operations to treat mosquito-breeding swamp areas.
Little show, big impact
Little Cayman’s Agriculture Show was a small affair, but organizers said they are pleased with the outcome and community togetherness the day provided.
Little Cayman gears up for Agriculture Show
Little Cayman's Agriculture Show takes place this Saturday in Blossom Village.
Online poll: Green tourism could boost Brac economy
Respondents to the latest Caymanian Compass poll say they think eco-tourism is key to developing Cayman Brac's economy.
Pensions, jobs service on Brac
A vague personnel matter closes the Cayman Brac's Department of Labour and Pensions.
Roach floats like a butterfly
Open water swimming’s popularity is on the increase since it recently introduced to major tournaments to complement pool competition.
Brac recovery: A limited role for government
It will take the private sector, not the government, to re-energize Cayman Brac's moribund economy.
Old guard stays in charge of residency board
Nearly a year after it was elected, Cayman's government appoints members to the Caymanian Status and Permanent Residency Board.
Happy Easter, Cayman Islands
We at the Caymanian Compass wish the Cayman Islands a blissful Easter.
Sharks, grouper learn to prey on lionfish
Research from Little Cayman suggests that large grouper and nurse sharks are starting to prey on lionfish – a potentially game changing development in the Atlantic-wide battle against the invasive predator.
Woman jailed for six years over Little Cayman killing
Elsy Barralga sentenced to six years imprisonment for murdering boyfriend Perry McLaughlin.
Lawmakers debate Cayman Airways losses
Opposition lawmakers on Friday railed against the government’s continuing approval of multimillion-dollar subsidies for quasi-public entities. This time the target was Cayman Airways.
Cayman Brac ‘dying on its feet’
The premier and the opposition leader pushed separate agendas for the development and economic diversification of Cayman Brac amid fears that the local population would eventually just drift away following a prolonged economic downturn.
Lofty goals for fundraiser promoting climbing on Brac
A member of the small climbing community in the Cayman Islands is trying to encourage others to join the sport, and see the potential of the bluff in Cayman Brac.
The ‘unsung heroes’ of Little Cayman
Writer celebrates the divers who participate in weekly cullings of Little Cayman lionfish.
Baton relay on its way to Cayman
The Cayman Islands Olympic Committee will celebrate the Glasgow 2014 Queen’s Baton Relay, the traditional curtain raiser to the Commonwealth Games, here this week.
CAL seeks new planes for Brac
Cayman Airways is looking to lease new, larger planes to service the commuter route between Cayman Brac and Grand Cayman.
Islands prepare for disasters
Disaster management teams on Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac have been conducting exercises and preparatory work to deal with any potential crises.
Small island, deep pockets
The citizens of Little Cayman love and protect the indigenous plants and wildlife of their little paradise.
Brownies celebrate as Brigaders shine
Brac Brownies join Cayman sisters to celebrate 100 years.
Lover killed in a state of panic
When Elsy De Ortega Barralga administered the “fatal blow” to her lover in their Little Cayman home last November, it was “out of fear and desperation and sheer blind panic,” a court heard this week.
Girlfriend pleads guilty to manslaughter
The girlfriend of Perry Steven McLaughlin has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in Little Cayman's first ever homicide.
Cullers aware of shark threat
Lionfish cullers are being warned to take additional precautions after a number of incidents involving aggressive behavior from reef sharks and eels.
Nelson eager to hook up the Brac
As local fishing gains more international recognition, the Sister Islands are getting added attention.
Diver fights off reef shark
A lionfish culler filmed himself fighting off an aggressive reef shark in a dramatic encounter in Grand Cayman’s waters that has been broadcast around the world.
Calls for 'culling team' to fight lionfish threat
A government funded team of lionfish cullers could be required to fight the threat posed by the invasive predators to Cayman’s dive and fishing industries.
Report: Basic fuel standards needed
Local fuel quality is adequate, a review finds, but better standard regulation of gas and diesel is needed.
Premier has two-day Brac, LC trip
Premier McLaughlin is off to Cayman Brac and Little Cayman for the latter part of this week.
Boundary lines must be redrawn, minister says
Cayman may be looking at another redistricting prior to the next general election.
Recognition in the arts, culture
Guests attended Cayfest's annual National Arts and Awards ceremony, where the winners were announced.
Premier tackles ‘one man, one vote’
Government takes a new path on 'one man, one vote.'
Miniature marvels attract 'macro divers'
Divers are being urged to look beneath the surface and explore a thriving undersea world of tiny creatures, many no larger than a grain of rice.
Base wage, 'one man, one vote' get consideration
Some hot button issues with voters will come before the Legislative Assembly this week.
Brac landfill a 'mini Mount Trashmore'
The landfill site on Cayman Brac is a miniature version of Grand Cayman’s infamous Mount Trashmore, according to residents.
Eco-Council: Its work is waiting
A plethora of pressing issues will put the new National Conservation Law to the test, perhaps sooner than contemplated.
District post offices to close Saturdays
Hell, Bodden Town, North Side and East End post offices will no longer be open on Saturday, as of Feb. 15, the Postal Service has announced.
Overtime, other costs for firefighters top $500,000
Some wholesale changes are being proposed for Cayman's fire service.
Whale washes up in Little Cayman
A rarely seen Gervais beaked whale was found washed up dead on the mangroves in Little Cayman.
Divers say Cayman is top spot
The Cayman Islands has been voted as the top scuba diving destination in the Caribbean and Atlantic.
Junk metal shipped overseas
Thousands of tons of scrap metal from the George Town landfill site are being loaded on to barges to be shipped out of the Cayman Islands and sold overseas.
Record turnout for Stride Against Cancer
More than 1,200 people took to the roads of the Cayman Islands Sunday to take part in the first nationwide Stride Against Cancer.
Chamber: No rush on ‘one man, one vote’
'One man, one vote' doesn't need to happen tomorrow, Chamber of Commerce leaders say.
A local brew that’s good for you
Local company Saucha is helping people in Cayman embrace a healthy lifestyle
Cancer run and walk is now in all islands
The Cayman Islands Stride Against Cancer’s first nationwide run and walk is on this weekend.
Heroes Day to mark national pride
A group of local people will be wearing their commitment to Cayman on their chests from next week.
‘Grouper Moon’ shines on schools
It was a science lesson with a difference, broadcast live from beneath the waves with thousands of endangered fish in attendance.
Underwater light show illuminates fish behavior
Fish may be communicating with each other in a spectacular underwater light show invisible to the human eye, a research project that originated in Little Cayman has revealed.
UK Lotto could be green jackpot
Cayman Islands residents should be allowed to play the multimillion dollar British National Lottery, a UK parliamentary committee has recommended.
Stride Against Cancer goes nationwide
Walkers and runners taking to the roads of the Cayman Islands for Stride Against Cancer’s first nationwide run next week can dedicate their efforts to someone special this year.
Government: Cayman tires must hit the road
Government has issued a tender to get rid of used tires at landfills in the Cayman Islands.
New nature boardwalk for Little Cayman
The National Trust for the Cayman Islands has opened a new boardwalk on a protected iguana nesting site in Little Cayman.
Deaths cause dip in voter numbers
There are fewer registered voters in the Cayman Islands today than seven and a half months ago when these islands held a general election.
Rare court filing in Little Cayman robbery case
Some unusual court maneuvering in the Little Cayman mini mart robbery case.
Court bans US businesswoman from Cayman trip
An American businesswoman charged with tax fraud has been told she cannot travel to the Cayman Islands to discuss a potential “waste to energy” business deal with politicians in the territory.
2013 Cayman news roundup
As 2014 draws to a close, the Compass reviews some of the key events and news stories of the Cayman Islands over the past 12 months.
Lots of chances to sweat it off
It may be that time of the year when everyone consumes far more than is healthy for them but at least there are plenty of running and multi-sports events in the new year to sweat the unwanted pounds off.
Import duty ‘breaks’ extended for fourth year
Government extends import duty concessions for building materials for the fourth straight year.
Holiday garbage collection schedule
There will be no garbage collections or landfill access on Christmas Day.
Postal service Christmas hours
To enable customers to pick up packages in time for Christmas Day, the Cayman Islands Postal Service is extending its opening hours at the Airport Post Office.
‘Little’ cookbook, big flavor
Little Cayman cookbook serves up big flavor.
Five Little Cayman robbery suspects released
Five men suspected in a Little Cayman store robbery are released on police bail for the time being.
Little change in veteran MLA interests
We take a look at some interests of the elder statesmen in the Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly.
Freshmen lawmakers declare financial interests
Cayman's eight new lawmakers reveal their financial interests.
Little Cayman murder trial date set
A two-week trial starting on March 31 is scheduled for the woman accused of murdering Perry McLaughlin in Little Cayman.
Gimistory off to a rousing start
Every story has a beginning and this year’s Gimistory started off under a picturesque sea grape tree in West Bay Public Beach.
Flu vaccine still available
Some 1,400 people have already availed of free flu shots.
Police: Five Caymanians arrested in LC robbery
Police interview five men arrested in a Little Cayman store robbery.
Armed robbers hit Little Cayman
Police arrested five suspects at sea following an armed robbery on Little Cayman Tuesday.
Robbers strike Little Cayman mini mart
Update: Five arrested on suspicion of robbing a store in Little Cayman after chase at sea.
Free HIV testing next week; World AIDS Day observed
Residents of the Cayman Islands can avail of a week of free HIV testing, beginning Monday, Nov. 25.
Online poll: Pirates Week fireworks top poll, but criticism abounds
Everyone loves Pirates Week fireworks, and very few want to have much to do with the rest of the event – except for district Heritage Days.
Cayman Development Bank owes $30.5 million in 2015
Some pretty stiff debts faced by the Cayman Islands Development Bank in the near term.
