Topic: Moses Kirkconnell
New affordable homes on Brac occupied
Six months after breaking ground on four new affordable houses on the Brac, the Sister Islands Affordable Housing Development Corp. handed the keys to the last new owner on Friday.
Tonie Chisholm: Cayman's new 'Queen'
Newly crowned Miss Cayman, Tonie Chisholm, shares her experience of the pageant and her hopes for the future.
Cayman Brac's Cuba flights: ¿Por qué?
If it were possible for a government to create an economy from scratch, through subsidies and spending, then Cayman Brac would be booming.
International flights may boost Brac economy
Airport upgrade paves way for flights to Cuba and MiamiDirect flights between Cayman Brac, Miami and eastern Cuba could be scheduled by June following...
Direct Dallas-Cayman flights to launch in summer
American Airlines is launching a direct flight from Dallas, Texas, to and from Grand Cayman this summer.
International flights may boost Brac economy
Direct flights between Cayman Brac, Miami and eastern Cuba could be scheduled by June following a $1 million upgrade to the island’s airport.
Record year for tourism
The Cayman Islands saw a 10 percent increase in stay-over tourism during 2014, the best year for the industry on record.
Divers seek funds for reef restoration
Volunteer divers working to restore coral reef severely damaged by a cruise ship anchor have launched a fundraising campaign to help sustain the effort.
Cuba-US travel begins, but with restrictions
As tourist routes open Friday morning between the U.S. and Cuba, Cayman is braced for changes.
Grand Court opening: Case management to be reviewed
The opening of Grand Court for 2015 revealed plans for a UK criminal justice advisor to assist with a review of prosecution support systems.
Cayman duo scored in showcase
The showcase American football match at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex was a huge success on Saturday.
Tryouts for Cayman gridiron hopefuls
The Cayman Islands on Saturday hosts for the first time an American football showcase game featuring National Collegiate Athletic Association players, former professional players and Caymanian athletes.
2014 Year in Review
A month-by-month review of the Cayman Islands' top new stories in 2014.
Top story of 2014: Wedding dress duty fee sparks Customs controversy
The Cayman Islands Economic and Statistics Office records $774 million in imports in 2013, more than the annual budget.
Tourism officials watchful over Cuba-US thaw
A relaxation of travel restrictions between the US and Cuba has raised concern across the Caribbean of the emergence of a powerful new competitor for tourist and investment dollars in the region.
Cayman nets top destination award
The Cayman Islands was selected as the destination of the year by online publication the Caribbean Journal in its inaugural regional travel awards.
Grand Cayman airport expansion ready for busy season
Work has begun on a temporary extension to the departure lounge at Owen Roberts International Airport and should be completed in time for the busy tourist season.
Southern Cross sweeps awards at cook-off
Cayman’s top chefs gathered for the 17th annual Sister Islands Cook-off on Nov. 15. The premiere culinary event was hosted by the Southern Cross Club in Little Cayman.
Cayman Islands port manager’s contract not renewed
A sea change for the Cayman Islands Port Authority may be on the horizon.
Futurologist: Digitalization will 'disrupt healthcare, economy'
Driven by Moore’s Law which stipulates that computer power doubles every 18 months, computer chips and the internet will capture and control every facet of life.
Disney spreads joy in Cayman schools
Disney spreads Christmas joy at Lighthouse School with Disney characters Mickey and Chip and Dale along with the Department of Tourism.
Premier, governor head to London
Cayman's leadership will meet with U.K. ministers next week in London for the annual Joint Ministeral Council.
Lawmakers clash over port jobs
Rumors of job losses at the Cayman Islands Port Authority make it to the Legislative Assembly floor.
Resort under receivership
The company that owns the Treasure Island resort on Seven Mile Beach has gone into receivership amid mounting financial difficulties.
Marine patrol boost for Cayman Brac
Cayman Brac now has a full-time marine patrol.
Weekly cruise to visit Brac
Cayman Brac will get weekly visits from adventure cruise ship the Star Flyer for the winter season, providing a much needed boost to the island’s tourist-based economy.
Cayman’s Home Guard honored at Remembrance Day
Cayman's Home Guard during World War II earns special recognition during this year's Remembrance Day ceremonies.
Government travel expenses reported
Several government ministries provide travel and credit card-related expenses.
Ebola protocols no inconvenience, Tourism Minister says
Cayman’s screening process and safety protocols to prevent the Ebola virus from reaching the island do not unduly inconvenience visitors, the tourism minister says.
Students shine in overseas poster competition
Two Cayman Islands students won prizes in a recent poster competition sponsored by the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association.
Cayman crime reports posted on TripAdvisor
Cayman's recent crimes are getting noticed on TripAdvisor.
Dart plans second hotel on Seven Mile Beach
The Dart group has confirmed that it in the “early planning stages” for another hotel on Seven Mile Beach.
August air arrivals soar to new heights
Air arrivals continue to rise in Cayman, with tourism officials reporting that more than 30,564 passengers arrived in August, a record figure for that month.
An ice idea for Seven Mile Beach?
Sun, sea and sand have traditionally been the ingredients that have attracted tourists to Grand Cayman. Now an entrepreneur wants to add an unlikely fourth element to the mix – ice.
Government employee of the year chosen
Venice Tatum is the civil service's Employee of the Year.
Larger planes start flights to Brac
Cayman Airways is now flying larger, 30-seat aircraft to and from Cayman Brac on a daily basis.
Development league to stage bowl
Full contact American football is slated to grace these shores.
Scuba community to honor 2014 Hall of Fame inductees
Pioneers of the international scuba diving community will be honored at the 2014 Induction Ceremony of the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame.
Miss Cayman contestants off to the Brac
Ten contestants in the 2015 Miss Cayman pageant will be heading to Cayman Brac on Thursday for a weekend of public appearances.
French consul general visits
France Consul General Philippe Létrilliart visited Grand Cayman for meetings with officials and to meet French citizens who live here.
Lawmakers back tougher prison sentences
Cayman lawmakers want longer sentences for convicted burglars and robbers.
Policy: Free airline tickets for CAL board, employees
Cayman Airways supplements staff and board member benefits via reduced price travel, Legislative Assembly members are told.
Going-out-of-business sale needed now for government
The only thing worse than a sprawling public sector bureaucracy is a sprawling public sector bureaucracy masquerading as, and competing with, the private sector.
Miss Cayman will attend 2016 Miss Universe
Government has to come up with $10,000 franchise money before Miss Cayman 2015 can enter the 2016 Miss Universe contest.
Big salaries revealed in government authorities, companies
The salaries of the leaders of some government companies and public authorities leave one local lawmaker "shocked."
Affordable homes to be built on Brac
Four new affordable homes are being built in Cayman Brac.
Frederick makes instant impact
Footballer Shanelle Frederick has made an impressive start at South Georgia State College, scoring eight times in her first four games. She also scored five in pre-season matches.
Air arrivals still flying high
Air arrivals continue to break Department of Tourism records.
Retaking our streets from ‘Caninus Caymanus’
Having packs of snarly dogs roaming around Grand Cayman does not support the country's image of being a sophisticated place to visit and invest.
Opportunity beckons for chosen few
The first intake of 25 students for Cayman’s new hospitality school were told that they had a duty to make the most of the opportunity and go on to build successful careers in the tourism industry.
Cayman launches weather app
A new mobile app designed to provide residents with up-to-date weather information has been launched by the Cayman Islands National Weather Service.
Event company opens in Cayman Brac
Building on Cayman Brac's popularity as a wedding destination, a new event planning company launches on the island.
Girls champions celebrate tournament
Teams of the CONCACAF Under-15 Girls Championship celebrated the tournament before Sunday night's final.
Deadline passes for tourism school
The Cayman Islands new Hospitality School, which aims to introduce a new generation of young people to careers in the tourism industry, had received 32 applications when the deadline passed on Friday.
CONCACAF games boost Brac economy
According to government officials, the inaugural Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football Girls Under-15 Championship had a tangible impact on Cayman Brac.
Eight show interest in becoming next Miss Cayman
Eight young women have expressed interest in taking part in this year’s Miss Cayman Islands contest.
Opportunity knocks in the hospitality industry
The new UCCI tourism school offers Caymanians the chance to embrace a challenging but potentially rewarding career.
Business input ‘key’ to tourism school success
Hospitality leaders are being urged to transform their boats, back offices and kitchens into training centers for young Caymanian students to learn the tourism trade on the “front lines.”
Tourism on course for record year
Tourism figures for the first half of 2014 have eclipsed all records, with the industry on course for its best ever year.
Cayman’s air travel taxes among highest in Caribbean region
Taxes and fees on air travel in and out of Grand Cayman are among the highest in the region.
Dolphins made another splash
The Miami Dolphins returned to Cayman to give the burgeoning youth flag football scene a boost and for two days the kids enjoyed learning the game’s basics from the pro coaches.
‘One man’ debate heads back to LA
One way or another, 'one man, one vote' will return to the Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly during 2014.
Tourism minister: Airport revamp to commence early next year
The redevelopment of Grand Cayman’s Owen Roberts International Airport terminal building will commence “in the first half of 2015,” according to Tourism Minister Moses Kirkconnell.
Miami Dolphins swim back for second stint at Annex
The Miami Dolphins are back in the Cayman Islands to help grow youth flag football.
New Little Cayman Museum opens doors
A new museum, which tells of the works, hobbies and lives of the people of Little Cayman, was officially opened in Blossom Village on Friday.
Local weather guru steps up
After 30 years in the industry, local weather guru John Tibbetts has been appointed the new director general of the National Weather Service.
New tourism director on board
Ensuring the Cayman Islands has the infrastructure and the services to cope as tourism numbers increase will be a key priority over the coming years, says new Director of Tourism Rosa Harris.
Tourism minister denies conflict over marinas
The debate over plans for three new marina developments in Cayman Brac has escalated into a political row amid accusations of ‘cronyism and nepotism’ from the Leader of the Opposition.
Bush: House committee should review airport board
Opposition Leader McKeeva Bush calls for a special committee of the Legislative Assembly to review the actions of the Cayman Islands Airports Authority board since December 2012.
Turtle Farm anticipates massive losses again
The Cayman Turtle Farm anticipates it will lose another $9.5 million over the course of government’s next financial year, with most of that spending going toward paying off accumulated debts.
GPS plan to track bus drivers
GPS tracking technology could soon be used to monitor public bus drivers and ensure they are sticking to their routes.
Port loses $1M on studies
The Cayman Islands Port Authority is projecting a $1 million loss in its upcoming budget, largely due to the cost of research and environmental studies for the planned cruise ship pier.
