Topic: North Side
Clifton Hunter Science Fair entries impress
Dozens of budding scientists recently seized the chance to showcase their talents at a science fair at Clifton Hunter High School.
50 years ago: Recent arrivals and a women’s event
In the March 2, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, news from North Side included: “Our North Side correspondent, Mrs. Nettie McCoy, has gone to Florida to spend a vacation with her brother Mr. Leslie Chisholm and his wife."
Bail refused on ganja charge
Bail was withheld on Friday for a West Bay man after Magistrate Grace Donalds heard details of an alleged conspiracy to import 509 pounds of ganja into the Cayman Islands.
Gripping North Side sculptures
“The Michelangelo of North Side,” sculptor David Quasius, known as “Davinoff,” has just completed his latest work. “Spectre the Octopus” is now on display at Davinoff’s Concrete Sculpture Garden on Old Robin Road.
Eastern districts host primary sports day
It was “ready, set, go,” for Eastern District youngsters at North Side’s Edna M. Moyle Primary and East End Primary’s joint sports day.
North Sider shines in pageant finals
North Sider Sheril McField recently represented her current home county of Surrey, England, in the Ms. Galaxy UK 2015/2016 contest.
Breezy North Side makes for perfect beach day
Beachgoers, warned about rough seas and stiff breezes this week, were not deterred from trying their best to use their Ash Wednesday holiday to unwind by the sea on beaches all over the island.
50 years ago: Visitors depart, cool weather stays put
In the Feb. 9, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy reported: "After attending her brother’s wedding and spending a happy vacation of 2 weeks at home with her family, Mrs. Velonie Hurlston returned to New York where she now resides on Jan. 31."
Edward ‘Solly’ Solomon – heir to the CMEA Icon Award
Being fascinated with calypso music since I was a young lad, the Carib–rhythms and back beats of the conga drum would send me daydreaming to the islands long before I ever pressed my toes into the white sands of the Caribbean.
Community activists call for assistance
After a number of local residents slipped and fell on a popular footpath, a group of East End volunteers got together to come up with a solution.
Beautiful bloom at Botanic Park
The Queen of Orchids, Grammatophyllum speciosum, is starting to bloom at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, General Manager John Lawrus said.
Family Fun Day at Botanic Park
The weather cooperated for the highly anticipated Family Fun Day at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park in North Side.
“Family Fun Day was an...
50 years ago: High praise for an excellent day
In the Jan. 26, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote:
“Here is a...
North Side author earning accolades
North Side resident Janice Rae Sanders is gaining accolades for her recently published book.
“Going Through the Door and Finding Miracles: A Warts and all...
North Side resorts share colorful history
The Rum Point Club was opened in the 1950s by entrepreneur Ralph Coatsworth, and later run by Bruce and Doris Parker from 1965 until...
50 years ago: Pesky mosquitoes, fishing and a wedding
In the Jan. 26 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, East End correspondent Charles Dixon wrote:
“Mosquitoes are once again...
Did you know?
In its Labour Force Survey Report for Spring 2015, Cayman’s Economics and Statistics Office provides mid-year estimates for population numbers in the districts.
North Side’s...
Cancer Society urges community to Stride
The Stride Against Cancer on Jan. 31, the walk/run of varying distances in four locales in the Cayman Islands, is one of the biggest fundraising events for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society, and organizers are urging participants to come out and support the cause.
Voter numbers continue to decline
The number of registered voters in Cayman has continued to decline since the general elections in May 2013.
Pump prices average below $4; lower power bills likely
Average fuel prices on Grand Cayman last week fell below the $4 per gallon mark for the first time in more than two years, according to data provided by the Cayman Islands Petroleum Inspectorate.
Miss Universe Pageant a chance to learn for Tonie Chisholm
The reigning Miss Cayman may not have brought back a crown from the Miss Universe Pageant, but she did bring back a lifetime of memories and experiences.
50 years ago: Great fishing, welcome rain and rough roads mark the season
Rain and good fishing made the news.
Family fun at the Botanic Park
The Botanic Park is holding a family fun day on Jan. 24.
Central Mangrove Wetland is Cayman’s heart and lungs
The district of Bodden Town is home to the Central Mangrove Wetland, considered by some to be the ecological heart of Grand Cayman, home to a wide range of animals, birds and aquatic life.
Premier’s New Year’s message 2016
Fellow Caymanians, residents and guests; Happy New Year.
A month-by-month roundup of Cayman’s 2015 news stories
Top stories of 2015 in the Cayman Islands
50 years ago: North Siders return home for the holidays
North Siders returned home for the holidays.
North Side youngsters get into the Christmas spirit
The North Side Primary school's production, "Star of Wonder" was a real crowd-pleaser.
Routes announced for free Purple Ribbon buses
Routes for the free Purple Ribbon buses on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day have been announced by the National Drug Council, organizers of the initiative.
Top stories of 2015: Twelve die in road accidents
Twelve people died in car accidents in 2015, three times as many as the year before.
50 years ago: Holiday news and an anniversary
Arrivals and departures for the 1965 holidays.
Red Bay church Christmas caroling trailer hits the streets
The Red Bay Church of God Holiness caroling trailer took to the roads for the 29th consecutive year, spreading Christmas cheer to Cayman residents on Tuesday night.
Kitchen bands a Christmas hit
The legendary Radley Gourzong of East End, playing the fiddle in the photograph on the left, is shown performing at an annual Rotary Senior Citizens Christmas party sometime in the mid-1980’s.
CarePay company's 'sham' directors linked to Webb
Both Caymanian men who ostensibly ran the local branch of the company that was awarded a five-year, US$13 million contract to implement the CarePay hospital patient swipe-card system in December 2010 had close personal ties to businessman Jeffrey Webb, a Cayman Islands government minister told the Grand Court on Wednesday.
Cayman Prep, Red Bay remain undefeated in U-11 Champions Cup
The second round of games in the 2015/2016 CUC Primary Football League and Girls Primary Football League playoffs were played Saturday at the Annex Field.
Bikers ride for Christmas toys
More than 50 motorcycle riders took to the streets on Sunday to collect toys as Christmas gifts for Cayman’s children.
Garden Club decorating various public spaces
The Cayman Garden Club is once again using its talents and resources to create beautiful gardens in public spaces around Cayman.
Toys For Tots is on a roll
Take to your bike and ride, or just donate a toy to the Toys For Tots annual campaign, organized by the Cayman Islands Motorcycle Riders Association.
50 years ago: Updates from East End and North Side
In the Dec. 15, 1965 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, East End correspondent Charles Dixon made note of some community news:
Cayman cemeteries face grave problem
Two Cayman Islands districts face looming problems with cemetery space, with the problem in West Bay district being the most severe and East End looking to close one of its cemeteries next year.
Festive music is in the air
East End Primary was the scene of festive songs and celebrations for the school’s annual Christmas musical, “A King is Coming to Town.”
New fire chief plans focus on response times, risk management
David Hails underwent what he described as a “baptism by fire” this week during an unannounced visit to the Cayman Islands, where he was introduced as the new chief fire officer.
Christmas wishes: Keep it kind, Cayman Islands
Our elected statesmen would do well to draw inspiration from the sounds of Christmas, and utilize the feelings of goodwill and politeness to temper their political discourse.
Clifton Hunter value: $69.2 million
The Cayman Islands government lost $41.6 million on the construction of Clifton Hunter High School between the date the school opened and the time a valuation of the North Side property was completed in May 2013.
Wrecked drug facility lies empty
A facility for recovering drug addicts will take a million to half a million dollars with donations and support to get it up and running again.
Octopus planned for Sculpture Park
David Quasius, known locally as the “Michelangelo of North Side,” is preparing for his next masterpiece – a huge octopus with concrete tentacles that will encircle anyone who cares to have their photo taken within the sculpture.
50 years ago: North Side booming without electricity
In the Dec. 8, 1965 edition of The Caymanian Weekly, a precursor to the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote about how the district was growing, even before regular electricity service was available
Bikers rev up for Christmas toy drive
The Cayman Islands Motorcycle Riders Association is getting ready for its annual Toys For Tots Charity Drive and Ride campaign, during which it invites the public to donate toys as Christmas gifts for Cayman’s children.
Mastic Trail ideal place to spot seasonal winged visitors
As the winter season approaches, the Cayman Islands welcome many northern visitors seeking warmer climes – including many types of birds.
Free AIDS testing this week
Six days of free HIV/AIDS testing have been organized this week as part of the observance of World AIDS Day, Dec. 1.
Court of Appeal briefs
A roundup of some of the cases heard during the latest session of the Court of Appeal.
Burned-out vehicle discovered in Frank Sound
Police and fire services officers are investigating a burned-out vehicle found in the Frank Sound area of North Side late on Tuesday night.
Bulk waste collections begin
It’s time to get rid of old household appliances, furniture and yard waste: the annual bulk waste clean-up campaign started this week.
Manderson: 'Confusion' over job-hopping
Significant confusion has arisen in recent months as to whether work permit holders employed in one occupation can “switch jobs” to a completely different profession.
Premier condemns anti-business rhetoric
Premier Alden McLaughlin admonished legislators for anti-business, anti-expat rhetoric that he warned risked hurting the island’s economy.
The premier supported an amended version of a private members’ motion from backbencher Winston Connolly, who called for changes to business licensing laws to encourage training, development and ownership opportunities for Caymanians.
Still no sanctions for breaking finance law
For about a decade, the Cayman Islands Government failed to file consolidated financial statements on time, or in any sort of auditable form, as required by the territory’s Public Management and Finance Law.
50 years ago: North Side News
In the Nov. 17 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a predecessor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy wrote:
East End and North Side floats
East End and North Side floats celebrated the districts' past and present heritage.
North Sider now a UK pageant queen
North Sider Sheril McField has netted an unique accomplishment as the winner of Ms. Surrey Galaxy, a U.K. pageant.
Panton: Spearfishing rules may be changed
Environment Minister Wayne Panton indicated Wednesday that long-standing rules banning the importation of spear gun parts and the granting of new spearfishing licenses could be changed, depending on recommendations from the National Conservation Council.
The issue was raised Wednesday in the Legislative Assembly.
Wright's on target again
Dwayne “Gaza” Wright has been one of the Premier League’s top scorers for years and this season is no exception. The Elite Sports Club forward hit his sixth goal in five games as Elite beat George Town 2-1 at the TE McField Annex on Sunday.
Government sets plans for 18-month budget
The Cayman Islands government will enter uncharted financial waters Wednesday as the planning document for the upcoming 18-month budget is released in the Legislative Assembly.
Four charged in ganja smuggling attempt
Four men, two Caymanians and two Jamaicans, were charged with attempting to smuggle nearly 150 pounds of ganja into Grand Cayman following a brief marine pursuit Friday.
Pirates land in Grand Cayman!
The pirates came ashore Saturday amidst the sounds of cannon and musket fire, quickly outnumbering the red-coated British soldiers assembled on the dock.
Thousands of revelers awaited the landing along the waterfront, which turned out to be a relatively peaceful affair. Peaceful, that is, once the swashbucklers successfully kidnapped the governor – or at least the man playing the part of governor for the annual rite kicking off the Pirates Week parade.
Big plans for East End, North Side Heritage Days
Offering a pirate’s booty of ways to eat, drink and be merry, East End and North Side are once again ramping up for their very popular Pirates Week Heritage Days.
Scholars will not find Sunset dull
Scholars International face Sunset at the Ed Bush stadium in the most attractive fixture of the Premier League matches on Sunday.
Police's North Side clinic rescheduled
A Royal Cayman Islands Police Service clinic that was postponed last Friday due to bad weather has been rescheduled to this Friday, Nov. 13.
Police seek ganja suspect
The last of four suspects accused of bringing more than 800 pounds of ganja into Cayman aboard a boat that landed in North Side district last month is still being sought by police.
50 years ago: Primary school gets new head teacher
In the Oct. 20 issue of the Caymanian Weekly, a predecessor of the Cayman Compass, North Side correspondent Nettie McCoy reported on some recent changes at the local primary school.
Scholars top of the class again
Scholars International stormed to the Premier League title last season and by the way they’ve started this campaign, they are going to be extremely difficult to topple.
Obituary: Mattilee Verona Tatum, 1925-2015
Mattilee Verona Tatum, 89, passed away on Oct. 21, 2015 at Claridge House Nursing Facility in North Miami.
Police launch second round of community clinics
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service is launching another round of its community clinics throughout the Cayman Islands.
