Topic: Little Cayman
Cayman’s underwater wonders captured in winning images
A stunning image of an underwater photographer framed by a colorful ribbon of reef was the winning entry in the Cayman Islands Tourism Association’s...
Time to walk the plank?
The country’s so-called “national festival” hobbled through its 36th year with all of the energy of a rheumatic pirate with a splintered peg leg.
Woman pleads not guilty to murder
The woman charged with murdering Perry McLaughlin in Little Cayman pleaded not guilty on Friday.
Cayman Racer snake devours Iguana
A Cayman Islands resident captured a Cayman Racer snake in the South Sound area, devouring a Green Iguana.
Local Pioneers among scuba hall of famers
Captain Gleason Ebanks, one of the founders of Stingray City, and divemaster Norbert Scott will be recognized as “local honorees” in the International SCUBA Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the Marriott Beach Resort on Tuesday.
Woman in court for Little Cayman killing
Elsy Patricia Calderon De Ortega Barralga, 28, appeared in Summary Court on Wednesday morning charged with murdering Perry Steven McLaughlin in Little Cayman.
Woman in court for Little Cayman murder charge
Elsy Patricia Calderon De Ortega Barralga, 28, appeared in Summary Court on Wednesday charged with murdering Perry Steven McLaughlin in Little Cayman.
Little Cayman residents recall 1950s killing
Residents of Little Cayman and Cayman Brac told the
Caymanian Compass Monday that there had indeed been a killing on the
tiny island of Little Cayman prior to Perry McLaughlin’s death on
Saturday.
First murder in Little Cayman history
A prominent local businessman was killed either late Friday or early Saturday in what local police believed was the first homicide ever to occur in Little Cayman.
Police: Little Cayman businessman killed
A prominent local businessman was killed either late Friday or early Saturday in what local police initially believed was the first homicide ever to occur on Little Cayman.
Little Cayman businessman killed
The island of Little Cayman’s most well-known local businessman has been found dead at his home.
Police identify deceased swimmer
A young man who died swimming off Public Beach Sunday is identified.
Editorial: Little Cayman's reef rebound
The documented coral recovery is good news and a cautionary tale for Cayman.
Legislators hold line on police funding
Despite the efforts of some Members of the Legislative Assembly, the police budget is not increased.
Enjoy ‘island time’ at casual seaside eatery
Eagle Ray’s Dive Bar and Grill at Compass Point Dive Resort in East End serves up stunning seaside views along with the food.
Cayman study provides hope for world’s coral reefs
The power of coral reefs to rebound from catastrophic “bleaching” events is shown in a new study from Little Cayman which is providing hope over the future of fragile marine ecosystems across the planet.
Updated airport being discussed for Little Cayman
Plans for a new airfield in Little Cayman are under discussion as part of the proposed multi-million dollar overhaul of the island’s airports.
A glittery night under the stars
The Estella Scott-Roberts Foundation fundraiser, A Night Under the Stars, is set to be a “glittering” evening on Saturday, Oct. 12.
Editorial for October 10: We love the Brac, but …
Too much government spending on Cayman Brac isn't good for anyone, including Brackers.
Little Cayman study shows success of lionfish culling
Lionfish hunters are having a dramatic effect in protecting reef fish from the voracious predators, results from two years of field studies in Little Cayman show.
Hurricane High planned for Cayman Brac
A partially built emergency shelter on Cayman Brac dubbed the “hurricane Hilton” will be transformed into a high school.
Build your knowledge at Brac construction forum
A free, public two-day course in building codes, starting 11 Oct. in Cayman Brac’s District Administration Building, is open to tradesmen, architects, draftsmen, contractors and others in the construction industry.
Adopt an acre to help Trust
The Cayman Islands National Trust seeks individuals or companies to sponsor acreage in one of the many Trust reserves.
Paving equipment staying on Brac
National Roads Authority paving equipment isn't returning from Cayman Brac anytime soon.
Local fighters continue to impress
The recent Cayman versus Cuba boxing event managed to raise the profile of the sport locally and internationally with some terrific fights in front of an appreciative crowd.
National Trust battling fiscal woes, building relationships
The National Trust for the Cayman Islands is not in good shape when it comes to finances was heard at an annual general meeting at Barcadere Yacht Club Thursday.
Governor gets view from the Bluff
Governor Helen Kilpatrick got to spend some time on the highest point of the Cayman Islands, the Bluff on Cayman Brac.
New governor visits districts
Cayman's new governor spends her first week making the rounds in local districts.
Researchers listen in on fishy conversations
SCUBA pioneer Jacques Costeau famously described life beneath the ocean’s surface as “the silent world”.
Annual coral spawn enthralls divers
It’s not quite a once-in-a-blue-moon event, but the annual coral spawning remains one of the ocean’s most elusive sights.
Flowers organizers: Nyad possible for ’14
The organizers of the annual Flowers One Mile Swim could include ultra-distance swimmer Diana Nyad in one of their events next year.
Flying club gives you wings
An introductory flying lesson is the first step on the road to acquiring one's private pilot's licence.
New stamps feature shipwreck anchors
Anchors, shipwrecks, diving and history come together in the latest issue of postage stamps.
Cayman renews hurricane insurance policy
Cayman and 15 other Caribbean governments have renewed their insurance policies for the 2013/14 policy year.
Students train as rescue divers
A group of Caymanian high school students trained as “rescue divers” and learned about the marine environment in a two-week summer course aimed at creating the next generation of environmental leaders.
National Trust facing extinction?
The National Trust, overseer of blue iguanas, a dozen historic properties and fully 5 percent of the land mass of the Cayman Islands, is slowly going broke.
Students head back to schools next week
The Ministry of Education and the Departmetn of Education Services releases dates for new and returning students to government schools for 2013/2014 academic year.
PPM Cabinet remakes planning authority
The PPM continues to reshuffle appointed boards.
Seafarers donate medical robot
The Seafarer's Association recently donated a telemedical robot to the George Town Hospital.
Movie producer makes lionfish announcement
Hollywood screenwriter and producer James V. Hart has been putting his talents to work raising awareness of the impact the invasive lionfish population has on reefs throughout the Caribbean.
Children’s camps target young ‘bubblemakers’
Hundreds of young tourists are learning to dive in Cayman’s waters through a series of courses and camps aimed at the next generation of SCUBA lovers.
Obituary
Cayman remembers one of its pioneers in the legal and banking profession.
Editorial for 30 July: Lionfish battle needs to be coordinated
The fight against the lionfish invasion needs to be coordinated.
Changes to Sister Islands planning board unveiled
The Development Control Board has a new chairman.
Sister Islands target more inter-island resident travel
Southern Cross resort manager Neil van Niekerk has targeted an increase in inter-island travel within the Cayman Islands.
TripAdvisor bonanza for Cayman
Influential world travel website TripAdvisor handed out more than 150 awards for excellence to Cayman Islands' tourism businesses.
Fishing threat to Cayman’s sharks
Shark populations in Cayman Islands’ waters could be at risk from overfishing, including shark-finning, researchers have warned.
Ammunition fell from suitcase
A tourist from Texas was fined $1,000 after live ammunition fell from his suitcase as it was being loaded onto a plane in Little Cayman.
Police helicopter medevacs patient
The police helicopter transported an 81-year-old man from North Side to George Town Wednesday because no ambulances were available.
Elderly tourist dies on LC dive
A 73-year-old American tourist
died Friday following a dive off Little Cayman.
Duty concessions extended again
The Cayman Islands Government has extended duty concessions again.
Electricity, petrol set for summer months
With petrol prices holding steady and CUC's June rate trise in place, Cayman appearad ready for boosted energy consumption through the summer.
Little Cayman's airfield: Private property, public dilemma
Development proposals highlight problems with Little Cayman's private airfield.
A week of free HIV testing
Free HIV testing will be available in the Cayman Islands during the last week of June.
24 April, 1931 – 4 June, 2013 Merrill Lilian Bryan
Obituary for Merrill Lilian Bryan.
Octopus pots help tell story of global marine debris problem
The presence of plastic octopus pots on beaches on Little Cayman and throughout the Caribbean is shedding light on how the oceans’ currents are distributing a huge assortment of marine debris around the world.
More establishments add TripAdvisor accolade
Cayman's tourism product continues to reach high standards.
Health screenings required for all new students
All students entering school for the first time are required to have health screenings.
Little Cayman Beach Resort celebrates 20 years
Little Cayman Beach Resort is celebrating 20 years in operation.
Drugs education for local schools
A well-travelled couple has been visiting Cayman to deliver drugs awareness to schools.
CCMI educates area students on the natural environment
50 primary school students had a close up encounter with the local natural environment facilitated by the Central Caribbean Marine Institute
Flying high with the Flight Crew
Cayman is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. How to improve on that? Add cheerleaders, of course.
Editorial for 31 May: Sensible OMOV debate required
Sensible debate is needed on one man one vote issue.
Surfing couches all the way to Little Cayman, beyond
Couchsurfers Bob and Debbi Truchan have opened up their home in Little Cayman to at least nine strangers so far.
Coalition government proposal confirmed
Coalition government talks got serious on Tuesday.
Observers: Cayman needs ‘equality of votes’
Election observers put a new spin on the 'one man, one vote' debate.
Coalition gov't in the offing
There may be a coalition government for the Cayman Islands on the cards after all.
Lean On Me heads out to Northward
The Leaon On Me Committee will be presenting a special concert at Her Majesty's Prison Northward on 27 May.
PPM forms new government
Update 11am: Cayman Islands Premier-elect Alden McLaughlin is set to reveal who will hold which ministerial post in his new Cabinet tomorrow, Tuesday, 28 May.
School registration under way
Registration for government schools is under way in the Cayman Islands.
Editorial for 27 May: Government begins to form
The new government of the Cayman Islands is beginning to take form.
