Topic: planning
George Town Landfill: 25 years of broken promises
Cayman Islands legislators have discussed the problems with the George Town Landfill, appointed committees, commissioned studies and made promises they haven't kept for almost a quarter of a century.
Truman Bodden receives honorary doctorate
Attorney Truman Bodden receives an honorary law doctorate from the school named after him.
Murray got great insight
Murray’s preparations included early morning training sessions at the TE McField Annex and numerous beach sessions with former Cayman internationals Lee Ramoon and Colin “Dougie” Rowe.
Turtle farm to renovate restaurant
The Cayman Turtle Farm is in the process of renovating its restaurant area.
Tourism zoning sought for Ritz-Carlton property
An application has been submitted to permit tourism development on more than 200 acres of land surrounding the Ritz Carlton.
Liquor board chair says he’s being targeted for removal
The chairman of Grand Cayman's liquor licensing board says an effort to remove him is under way.
Farmers market may take root in George Town
Vendors operating at Market at the Grounds in Lower Valley are in the process of relocating to the old Farmers Market spot in George Town.
Workers ‘de-muck’ Brac pond
Work is under way on Cayman Brac in an effort to deal with the smell from a salt water pond, blamed for the closure of the Alexander Hotel.
Churches called to account for cash
Government auditors ask local churches what they did with money from the Nation Buildng Fund.
Veterans call on volunteers
The Cayman Islands Veterans Association is calling for more support this year for its annual Poppy Appeal.
YMCA reaches new heights
YMCA Cayman Islands has received its official charter at a global meeting of YMCAs in the Rocky Mountains.
National Conservation Law makes headway
The initial stages of Cayman’s long awaited National Conservation Law may come into effect within weeks, according to Wayne Panton, minister of environment.
Travelers advised to register electronics
Passengers carrying iPads, laptops and any other electronic devices when they travel who have not registered the devices with customs prior to leaving the island could risk paying duty on them when they re-enter.
Acker aims for Stroke high five
The hugely popular Stroke and Stride series is approaching and although it is in peak holiday time, it will get a sizeable turn out as athletes return from their summer breaks and prepare for the big sporting events at the end of the year.
Halfway house fights planning decision
The Bridge Foundation has filed an appeal to fight a decision from the Planning Authority that requires a change of zoning on its West Bay women' shelter.
Academies no ‘magic bullet’ for Cayman schools
UK academy operator ARK says it has no plans to run schools in the Cayman Islands, despite speculation that government is looking to partner with the charity.
British travelers may need US visa
Changes in the British passport system feature heavily in recent discussions among overseas territories leaders.
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.
Newest wedding trends in Cayman
Although we are nearing the peak of Cayman’s wedding season, many anxious brides are already well under way to planning their upcoming weddings.
Business in brief
Business in brief.
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.
Climate change impacting Cayman’s reefs, UN says
Global warming is causing trillions of dollars of damage to coral reefs, presenting a growing economic challenge to small island states, according to a United Nations report.
Animal shelter too full for new pets
With an influx of some 50 animals in the past month, the Humane Society has been forced to close temporarily.
Education minister mulls UK-style academy system
Public-private partnerships could be used to revolutionize education in the Cayman Islands, Minister Tara Rivers said Monday.
No distillery for Dart
A planning application that would allow the Cayman Distributors Group to operate a distillery in George Town. has been knocked back
Conservation law moves a step closer
The long-awaited National Conservation Law has taken another small step forward.
Keeping Cayman’s boards free from improper influence
Cayman's 130 public boards wield an enormous amount of power.
Narcisse set for Mohawks return
Jerome Narcisse is planning to continue his basketball journey in Europe.
Wilson preps for Calgary scores
Teneisha Wilson feels Cayman netball has prepared well for foreign opposition.
Gealey graces the big screen
Cayman's own Grace Gealey moves from theater to the big screen and will soon showcase her acting talents alongside a star-studded cast.
Lynch targets goals in Canada
Nickesha Lynch wants Cayman netball to reach new heights overseas.
Awards for tourism sector
The unsung heroes of Cayman tourism swapped swimsuits and flip-flops for black ties and ball gowns as the industry honored its best workers at the annual Stingray Awards.
Cayman targets Calgary props
Cayman plans to send some of its best netball talent to Canada.
Gov’t: Report ‘disproportionately negative’
Education officials paid around $33,000 to a UK inspector for a report on behavior in schools which it ultimately deemed unfit for publication.
North Side fast food hub could be in the works
Business owner plans to open fast food hub in North Side.
Haines gets $100k again
Derek Haines is a step closer to reaching his $1 million challenge with a new donation of $100,000 donation.
New liquor licenses for hotel, boats
Among applications approved in the latest Liquor Licensing Board meeting are the granting of liquor licenses for two boats and a new hotel.
Schwartz holds hope in Cayman
Robert Schwartz continues to try growing Mixed Martial Arts in the Cayman Islands.
Teacher’s mission to aid Syrian refugees
A Cayman Islands maths teacher is making a 2,000 mile road trip to bring school supplies to orphans affected by the conflict in Syria.
Construction plans boost government coffers
The collection of a number of infrastructure and development related fees are expected to see a major increase in the next government budget.
Gov’t writes off Randyke Gardens bailout
The hundreds of thousands of dollars government loaned to a local apartment complex to fix sewage problems won't be paid back.
Murray’s legacy continues to run
James Murray’s ultra-distance running has come to an abrupt halt having left Cayman for his Canada homeland after succumbing to the rollover policy.
ICTA head ‘terminated’ but paid out
Heated arguments in the Legislative Assembly over former ICTA head David Archbold.
Government fueling facility to go to tender
Fuel supplier Rubis’s control over the government's fueling facility is in question after Planning Minister Kurt Tibbetts announced the government’s decision to put the fuel supply contract out to tender.
Gov’t: No plans to privatize Water Authority
The government has announced it has no plans to privatize the Water Authority.
Liquor license renewals set for August
Liquor license renewals must be submitted by August 18.
Students get UN experience
Seniors at Cayman Prep and High School are gearing up for a visit to a Model United Nations conference in Budapest next year.
Smith siblings have muscled in
Bodybuilding is a huge sport in many parts of the Caribbean but in Cayman there has not been a regular competition since Tiger and Susan Wilson stopped promoting a few years ago.
Lawmakers question traffic enforcement decline
The recent dearth of traffic enforcement officers in the RCIPS is noted by lawmakers.
GT revamp may bring new roads
Several new road 'connections' are being planned for central George Town.
World Cup travelers urged to get measles vaccine
Public health officials are urging travelers to the World Cup in Brazil to ensure they are vaccinated against measles.
Cayman sets June 2015 date for film festival
The Cayman Islands has firmed up plans to launch its own international film festival a year from now.
CIBC FirstCaribbean opens private wealth management office
CIBC FirstCaribbean officially launched its Private Wealth Management Cayman office.
Government in talks on new fuel depot
A new bulk fuel facility is in government's plans, according to a list of first year accomplishments for the Progressives.
Planning records will take 5-plus years to publish
Cayman will eventually release records from planning meetings....in some cases more than a decade after they occurred.
Cayman’s Marriott is ‘best in region’
The Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort has been recognized as the best Marriott hotel in the Caribbean and Latin American region.
Ferryman: We must know our place
With two months remaining and roughly $40,000 required, local netball might fall short of Canadian dreams.
Halfway house hopes hang in balance
West Bay residents have submitted a petition to relocate a new women's shelter.
Government budgets for 100-plus staff increase
The Cayman Islands government plans for a modest staff increase during the 2014/15 budget year.
Halfway house put on hold
The official opening of The Bridge Foundation’s women’s shelter in West Bay has been cancelled after planning concerns were raised on the eve of the event.
Health ministry names new CFO
Nellie Pouchie-Solomon is the new chief financial officer of the Ministry of Health.
Australian authorities drop Cayman tax evasion charges
Australian authorities have dropped tax evasion and money laundering charges involving entities in the Cayman Islands.
Florek makes baby steps back
Beth Florek has taken a break from the running scene for a while. She has good reason too - motherhood.
Climber's goal a fundraiser for Sherpas
Cayman bartender Angel Robledo is hosting a cocktail auction to raise funds for the families of the Nepalese Sherpas, and to help finance her next expedition.
Dart plans to open distillery
Dart has submitted an application to change the use of a George Town warehouse to a distillery.
Chamber pension in gov’t sights
The Chamber of Commerce hopes to right its pension plan ship after several months of enduring tumultuous waters.
Visitor had bullet in backpack
A visitor from the US was fined $1,000 after a .22 live bullet was found in his backpack at the airport.
Dart submits full Camana Bay plan
Plans have been submitted for more than 100 new condominiums and town houses within Camana Bay as the development continues to expand.
Impact of cruise piers investigated
A team of consultants, headed by an international coastal engineering firm, have been hired to examine the environmental impacts of a proposed $200 million cruise ship berthing facility in Grand Cayman.
Ebanks shines as Mohawks falter
Jorge Ebanks continues to be a bright spot for Cayman Islands basketball overseas.
Decrepit affordable homes to be demolished
Occupants of dilapidated homes in West Bay say they will be left homeless if the houses are demolished.
Family fitness camps set for all districts
The Young Men's Christian Association and Family Resource Centre will host fitness camps island-wide in support of International Day of Famalies this month.
