Topic: North Side
North Side painting project uncovers surprise
When members of the Committee to Elect Edward Chisholm started their latest North Side beautification project, they found a pleasant surprise. Their project was the repainting of the concrete and wood fence that borders Jerald Smith Park on Hutland Road.
New children’s garden taking shape at Botanic Park
The initial site preparations are nearly complete at the children’s garden at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park in North Side. Workers from K.P. Heavy Equipment were wrapping up their work this week, setting the stage for the next phases of work to get under way.
Chisholm, Edward Owen
Edward Chisholm is a Progressives candidate for North Side.
Ebanks, Johany (Jay)
Johany (Jay) Ebanks is an independent candidate for North Side.
50 years ago: Navy diver visits Rum Point
In the Feb. 1, 1967 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, news from North Side included: “A man who likes to spend most of his time in the water – and where better to do that than in Grand Cayman – is Naval Reserve Commander William Henry Hamilton Jr."
Miller, Ezzard
Ezzard Miller is an independent candidate for North Side.
50 years ago: Children thrilled as Santa pays visit to East End
“Wed. 21st was a great day for the children of East End, for at 10 a.m. Santa Claus visited their district in person for the first time."
50 years ago: Excitement surrounds British military exercise
“No doubt many residents are looking forward to the arrival of the contingent of British troops from British Honduras who are due to arrive for a military exercise on Sunday the 11th at 10 a.m."
North Side ‘snowbirds’ return to burgled homes
Seven burglaries and one attempted burglary have been reported to police in the Rum Point area of North Side district within a month, leading police commanders to reopen the district police station in response to community fears about crime.
North Side police station reopens
Eight burglaries and one attempted burglary in North Side within a month have led Royal Cayman Islands Police Service commanders to reopen the district police station in response to residents’ fears about crime.
Props for Crystal Caves attraction
From way across the Caribbean, an enthusiastic “big up” to developer Christian Sorensen and Cayman’s National Trust for putting in 20 devoted years to generating the Crystal Caves attraction in North Side now drawing acclaim as a new tourist attraction.
The People Time Forgot: Wompers
There was a time when only the more affluent Caymanians could afford to wear store-bought shoes on a regular basis, and those who had little money who did have nice shoes only wore them to church, weddings and other special occasions.
Real estate agent killed in crash
A real estate agent and mother of three, Heather Moffitt-Gibson, was killed in an early morning car accident in North Side Friday.
One dead in single-car crash overnight
A 43-year-old North Side woman died in a single-car wreck on Rum Point Road early Friday morning, according to police.
50 years ago: Rankine Whittaker wedding, barges shelter
In the Oct. 12, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote: “Arriving on the 9th was Mr. Leslie O. Chisholm to spend his annual vacation with his mother and other relatives."
North Side cleanup set for Saturday
Rotary Grand Cayman is teaming up with two government ministries for a cleanup of the Old Man Bay and Rum Point Road areas.
Lunchtime spent ‘Over The Edge’ of North Side
As we made our way back along the North Side coast, we saw a local staple before us: Over The Edge restaurant and bar. Despite growing up in Cayman, I had never been there, so this was the perfect opportunity.
Trust seeks eastern district volunteers
The National Trust is appealing for volunteers for projects and activities in the eastern districts.
50 years ago: Women’s Guild social draws impressive crowd
In the Sept. 7, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote: “The Women’s Guild held its monthly social tea on the 1st at the Presbyterian Cottage. It began by singing 'In Christ there is no East or West,' after which the oldest Guild member, Mrs. Ditha Ebanks, offered a short prayer."
North Siders wonder what happened at police station
Lifelong North Side resident Alex Johnson started noticing the local police station property looking a bit run down a few weeks ago.
Police: Mobile homes abandoned ‘for years’
Two mobile homes that police said had been abandoned for at least two years burned in a fire in North Side district late last week.
Discounted licenses extended for small businesses
Government has extended trade and business license discounts for small businesses and free licenses for “micro businesses,” such as ice cream trucks, through the end of 2017.
New North Side farm roads in the works
Land owners in North Side have signed petitions for two farm roads to be built in the district. MLA Ezzard Miller told constituents last week that he expected to deliver the petitions to the appropriate ministry by Sept. 2, asking for the roads to be gazetted.
New blue iguana twins a rarity
The Blue Iguana Recovery Programme has had a successful breeding year thus far, with close to 50 new baby blues hatched, topped off with the arrival of a set of twins now settling in at the program’s North Side breeding facility.
50 years ago: Unique shell collection moves to North Side
In the Aug. 31, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side news included: “Robert Sevier Fuller, better known as Bob Fuller has recently moved his collection of Caymanian shells and corals from his so-called ‘Shell Shack’ on Smith Rd. George Town to his North Side home."
FC International hosts summer camp
All week long and just days before the start of the new school year, local football organization FC International has been hosting its annual summer camp program in the district of North Side.
50 years ago: Vacation Bible school wraps up with a show
In the Aug. 24, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote: “The closing exercises of the Vacation Bible School were held on the 17th. Commencing at 2 p.m. the children rendered a programme of songs etc. which they had been taught."
Story time at North Side Library this weekend
North Side library story time is taking place this Saturday, Aug. 13.
Story time at North Side Library
Summertime in the North story time will take place on Saturday, Aug. 13, at the North Side Library, featuring special guests North Side MLA Ezzard Miller and Virginia Foster, education officer, librarian and grants and awards committee secretary for the Cayman National Cultural Foundation.
50 years ago: Watlers welcome a son and a Bodden-Rankine wedding
In the Aug. 3, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, East End correspondent Charles Dixon wrote: “Born to Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Watler on the 24th of July the precious gift of a son. Mother and son doing fine."
Man jailed for North Side knife attack
A 23-year-old man who slashed an unarmed rival with a knife in a “potentially deadly” attack following a dominoes game in a North Side yard has been jailed for three years and eight months.
Man pleads guilty in North Side stabbing case
Facing a charge of attempted murder in connection with a stabbing in April, Maurice David Jackson, 23, pleaded guilty Monday to a lesser charge of grievous bodily harm.
Sky and Brad’s Regal Beach wedding
On the afternoon of June 18, more than four dozen guests were present to witness the wedding of Bradley DeSchiffert and Julienne Sky Batoon.
50 years ago: Chisholm family arrives for a visit
In the July 13, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote:
Counterfeit goods in the spotlight
Counterfeit goods proved to be a hot topic at a recent presentation to Clifton Hunter High School students
50 years ago: Beloved old grape tree collapses
“Speaking of a fallen grape tree in Bodden Town, a similar incident took place in Carmen Conolly’s yard a few weeks ago."
The People Time Forgot: Linda Whittaker
Linda Whittaker was considered the best land crab chef in North Side.
Golf course approved despite calls for environmental study
A multimillion-dollar project to build a 27-hole golf course in the eastern districts was granted planning approval this week, despite calls for an environmental impact assessment to be carried out before work begins.
50 years ago: Chemical Trader crew members pay a visit to family
“Returning on Thursday 16th were Mrs. Linton Whittaker and family, who went to Miami to re-register, and her sister-in-law, Gloria Whittaker.
People Time Forgot: David Livingston Whittaker
David Whittaker of North Side spent many years at sea traveling the globe.
Cayman’s caves a North Side wonder
A new North Side attraction opening up a homegrown natural wonder to visitors and tapping into local talent to deliver something new and unique...
Cayman photographer presents to UN on World Oceans Day
Cayman Islands photographer Ellen Cuylaerts was at United Nations headquarters in New York last week to talk about the value of showing the ocean’s beauty through images that make people care.
Young aviation enthusiasts get a boost
Aspiring pilots and aviation professionals in the eastern districts got a welcome boost recently thanks to a local scholarship.
50 years ago: Large turnout for Powery Whittaker wedding
In the June 15, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote:
Volunteers spruce up Mastic Trail
A group of hospitality sector workers recently did their part to give one of Cayman’s most popular nature trails some much-needed upkeep.
Tours enhance visit to Botanic Park in North Side
With the rainy season finally arriving in North Side, the plants at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Parks are benefiting from the precipitation.
50 years ago: Cemetery and post office improvements welcomed
“On Saturday, May 28, a sale was held at the Town Hall in aid of a fence for the cemetery."
Facing up to the challenges of old age
The challenges of old age are many, and North Side resident Arthurlyn “Arty” Miller, 87, worries about Cayman’s elderly, as in her words, when you are old, “dog eat your supper,” the expression meaning things are not going well for you.
50 years ago: Turtlers return from Mosquito Cays
“After completing a successful three months on the Mosquito Cays, the turtle trappers returned to their wives and loved ones on May 17. As a result, meat has been plentiful but at various prices."
50 years ago: Church and road construction progresses
In the May 18, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote:
Blue iguanas getting ready to hatch
It’s blue iguana nesting season, and from early indications there should be plenty of baby iguanas hatching over the next few months.
Cayman Kai hotel plan re-emerges
A planned area development application, including a hotel, marina, restaurants and retail properties in Cayman Kai, has resurfaced, with the developer hoping to begin work on the first phase of the project next year.
50 years ago: Community gathers for church groundbreaking
In the May 4, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote: “The ground-breaking ceremony for the new United Church took place on April 28th at 4:30 p.m."
UPDATED: Man charged with attempted murder in North Side stabbing
A 23-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder.
50 years ago: Message in a bottle
In the April 27, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, East End correspondent Charles Dixon wrote: “Farmers are getting worried as the drought continues to endanger their crops. Water is scarce, and everywhere it is dry and dusty."
Earth Day at Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park
We can think of no better place to visit for Earth Day than the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park in North Side.
50 years ago: Seamen come ashore for a visit
In the April 20, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote: “On Monday, April 11th the MV ‘Chemical Trader’ called in at George Town for two days, giving the Cayman crew an opportunity to see their families."
Man in critical condition after North Side stabbing
A man is in critical condition after being stabbed at a residence in North Side district, Royal Cayman Islands Police reported Thursday.
Mangrove planting proposed to help tackle Kaibo erosion
The Department of Environment is proposing to plant mangroves in a bid to stop erosion of Kaibo Public Beach, attendees of last week’s North Side District Council meeting heard.
PTA plans first Bingo Night
North Side residents are encouraged to keep Saturday, May 14, clear for a first-of-its-kind event in the district.
50 years ago: Easter services and some welcome rain
“Arriving home on Thursday 7th was Mr. Lloyd Whittaker of Old Man Bay. He is an employee of N.B.C. and had been hospitalized in California. Having had an operation on his knee, he spent seven weeks in the hospital there."
50 years ago: A busy time for seafarers
In the March 23, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote: “Leaving on Thursday 17th were Messrs. Harold Ebanks and Stanley Douglas to take up work with N.B.C."
Numerous crimes reported in North Side since late 2015
Following public reports of a robbery and a burglary involving visitors on Grand Cayman’s North Side this year, a number of other district visitors and residents have come forward to report other incidents that have occurred in the serene outpost that draws some of Cayman’s wealthiest visitors.
EDITORIAL – The problem with crime in Cayman
The Cayman Islands remains in denial about many issues, including the problem of crime.
Police mishandle burglary call; one in custody
A police employee apparently ignored a call reporting a burglary in North Side over the weekend, leading to an internal review of what was described as a “complete failure” by the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service in its initial response to the crime.
Burglars creep into boy’s bedroom, chased off by dad
For the second time this year, visitors on Grand Cayman’s North Side district have been the victims of a serious crime – the latest incident being a home invasion that occurred at 2:30 a.m. Saturday – while a father and son were sleeping.
$8,000 reward offered in North Side robbery
An $8,000 reward is being offered for further information about a January robbery in North Side where a homeowner was beaten and threatened with a knife, police said.
North Side students explore careers
North Side primary students recently had the opportunity to learn about a variety of jobs at a careers day.
This week in the eastern districts
The Red Cross mobile shop will be in East End on Saturday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. near the Pirates’ Cove Bar. Items for sale include shoes, clothing, linens, and household goods.
50 years ago: Recounting a Florida visit
“As our readers are aware, I have been on a short vacation in Palmetto, Florida, with my brother and his wife."
Students learn sailing skills
A group of North Side youngsters is getting an introduction to one of Cayman’s more popular water sports.
Residents’ budget ideas invited
Residents of North Side are invited to submit their suggestions for government projects in the district during the coming financial year.
