Topic: West Bay
Navy helps clean up halfway house
Sailors assigned to British Navy support ship the RFA Lyme Bay visited the Bridge Foundation Men’s Halfway House in West Bay to give it a cleanup on Thursday.
Two appear in court charged with murder of Jason Powery
Justin D’Angelo Ramoon and Osbourne Wilfred Douglas appeared in Summary Court on Thursday morning charged with the murder of Jason Charles Powery on the night of Wednesday, July 1.
Proposed new Labour Law gets public review
Key issues in the Cayman Islands proposed new Labour Law, including worker contract requirements for employers and closing loopholes to reduce structural discrimination against Caymanian employees, were discussed Tuesday night in the first of several public hearings on the rewritten law.
NRA cites concerns with Dart road plan application
The National Roads Authority says it is concerned traffic delays on the Esterley Tibbetts Highway abutting Camana Bay will shift to the Lawrence Boulevard roundabout after the Dart Group widens the road through its development if the section south of the roundabout is not widened to four lanes as well.
Crime briefs
Burglary suspect arrested in West Bay; police respond to a report of shots fired in George Town.
Public meetings set on pension, labor changes
Public meetings are set for this month and in August to discuss the changes in the local retirement age, the minimum wage and private sector retirement plans.
Trial set in attempted murder case
David Andrew Bodden pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and his trial was set for Oct. 19.
Two arrested in shooting death
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 20-year-old West Bay man in the Scranton area of central George Town on July 1.
Police looking for passersby in central George Town slaying
Police are looking for people who were walking or driving along Shedden Road on the night of July 1 when 20-year-old Jason Powery was shot and killed.
Reaction to vote maps mixed
Former members of the "one man, one vote" grassroots movement finally get the voting map they wanted.
Two arrested in Powery slaying
Royal Cayman Islands Police officers arrested two men Friday, ages 23 and 28, on suspicion of murdering Jason Powery.
A budget-busting boondoggle in school construction
The construction of three new high schools could have been a crowning achievement for the Cayman Islands. Instead, through reckless mismanagement, the government's largest capital project ever ventured has degenerated into a public sector economic disaster.
Arsenic testing under way, doubt cast on poison claim
Researchers from the Pan American Health Organization have taken samples from at least three members of Frank Sound’s Powell family and are scheduling others, while also testing neighbors, plants, cattle and soil for arsenic poisoning.
Government welfare programs need assistance
The problem with social services in the Cayman Islands isn’t the amount of money being spent, necessarily, but how that money is being spent.
Lynx crushed by tricky HSM
The 2015 Cayman Islands Flag Football Association season kicked off last weekend in spectacular fashion at the Ed Bush field in West Bay.
Proposed districts average 1,330 voters
Most districts will have an average of 1,330 potential voters in the new proposal for 19 electoral districts.
Police arrest man hurt in stabbing
Police arrest a critically injured man in connection with a shooting attack in West Bay last weekend.
International Diving Hall of Fame names local honorees
The International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame has selected three local honorees to join the ranks of dive industry legends this year.
Stabbing, robbery at gunpoint reported over weekend
A man was stabbed in West Bay over weekend and another man was robbed at gunpoint in Bodden Town.
Voting districts: And then there were 19
The new voting maps do not meet the "eye test" for rationality, nor do they achieve the principle of "equal representation." People of the Cayman Islands: Welcome to the world of redistricting!
Man shot and killed in central George Town
Jason Charles Powery, 20, of West Bay died from a single gunshot wound to the head Wednesday night, according to police.
Motorcyclists ride to benefit rescue dogs
Motorcyclists were out in force at the weekend for a cross-island ride to help raise funds for animal rescue group Canine Friends.
Man stabbed in West Bay, shots fired
Police responding a report of gunfire in West Bay early
Saturday found a man suffering from stab wounds to the head and chest.
No change for small districts in draft voting maps
Cayman's smallest two voting districts are left untouched by the Electoral Boundary Commission.
Electoral boundaries map has 19 seats
Single-member voting districts in the Cayman Islands get a new look with 19 Legislative Assembly seats now on the map.
Prison inspection report: Police holding cells in poor state
A new detention center for police sits empty while a UK inspection report criticizes current conditions for detainees at the George Town police station.
Police investigate Z99 van hit-and-run
Police investigate after a local radio station van smashes up two cars in a parking lot.
Ideas for summer teen activities
Keep teens busy this summer with Weekender's round-up of some of the best activities for all to enjoy.
Flare gun charge dismissed
A man charged with possessing an imitation firearm – a flare gun – had the charge dismissed after a magistrate agreed with his attorney that the charge against him did not specify an offense.
Formal commitment over, Rotary to continue Meals on Wheels support
Even though its formal committment to Meals on Wheels has ended, The Rotary Club of Grand Cayman will continue to support the organization that provides meals to senior citizens in need.
Pines residents get therapeutic paws
Residents of the Pines Retirement Home had an unusual visitor this week when Chase, a 5-year-old Doberman Pinscher, dropped by.
Bush response: Ex-governor, premier in on removal plan
Cayman's opposition leader hits back at a defamation lawsuit against him.
One man, one vote: Grand Cayman, on the chopping block
A picture says a thousand words. In the case of single-member district voting in the Cayman Islands, we expect the new boundary maps will spark thousands upon thousands of words of discussion.
Takeover an option for low-performing schools
Underperforming schools can be placed under new management or closed down completely, under government’s new Education Bill.
Free HIV testing throughout Cayman this week
The Health Services Authority, in collaboration with the Cayman AIDS Foundation and the Red Cross, is offering free HIV testing and counseling throughout this week.
Meals on Wheels gets financial boost
The Meals on Wheels program received a cash injection into its Meals on Wheels program from Rotary Club of Grand Cayman.
Public invited to Education Bill meetings
A series of meetings will be held over the next two weeks in which members of the public are being invited to give feedback on a proposed Education Bill.
Voting district maps due out next week
Cayman will soon get a look at its new election maps.
Ebanks focuses on Flashy double
The Island Games commence in Jersey next week and had there been a boxing competition Kendall Ebanks would have entered.
Free gospel concert to launch album
Gospel singer Michelle T performs at a free concert Saturday night to launch her first gospel album in Cayman.
Swarms make beeline for new homes
This is the season for honeybee swarms, and if you’ve ever seen one, it can be an impressive sight.
Murder accessory charge dropped
Graham David Lauer, accused of being an accessory after the fact of murder, had the charge against him discontinued following his appearance in Grand Court on Wednesday.
Turtle rescued from poachers
Poachers were disturbed in the act as they attempted to drag a 400-pound nesting turtle off a West Bay beach.
The three men fled the area, leaving the turtle lying on its back, after they were interrupted by a fisherman, out with his dog, at around 4:30 a.m. Wednesday.
The three men fled the area, leaving the turtle lying on its back, after they were interrupted by a fisherman, out with his dog, at around 4:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Locations for police 'clinics' announced
Police 'clinics' focusing on community concerns begin next week.
Man 'stable' after downtown attack
A man whose throat was cut and his car rammed during a daylight attack in downtown George Town may live to tell the tale.
Midday melee in downtown George Town
A West Bay man’s throat was slashed in a fight with the driver of another car that repeatedly rammed his vehicle in downtown George Town around lunch time.
Ministry says customs chief to be chosen this month
The three-year saga of finding a full-time customs chief may finally end this month.
Cayman National tennis is a hit with kids
The children of North Side, East End, West Bay and Bodden Town are deriving great benefit from tennis lessons thanks to sponsorship from Cayman National.
MLA urges Caymanian business ownership rule
MLA Arden McLean advocates for a change of company ownership rules to deal with the issue of fronting.
'Casa 43' offers authentic taste of Mexico
Mexican classics, from delicious tacos and enchiladas, to mouthwatering quesadillas and freshly made tortilla chips are on the menu at newly opened restaurant "Casa 43."
Health screening required for all new school students
All new students entering government or private schools will need health screenings and be up to date on vaccines.
Rolston Anglin disqualified from driving
Former minister and deputy premier Rolston Anglin was fined $650 and disqualified from driving for 15 months after pleading guilty to being in charge of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.
Teen robber gets 32 months
A youthful robber was given a 32-month jail sentence, which would have been longer had he been older than 17 when he committed the crime.
Heavy rains flood roads, threaten homes
Heavy rains cause more havoc on Grand Cayman roads over the weekend.
Hit-and-run injures cyclist
Royal Cayman Islands Police investigate another hit-and-run accident and a midday home invasion robbery attempt.
Not guilty verdict in murder of Special Olympics athlete
Justice Charles Quin found that the Crown had not proven its case
against Jose Sanchez for the murder of Solomon Webster in a West Bay
yard on Sept. 7, 2014.
24 years of Cayman football history
When Jeffrey Webb became president of the Cayman Islands Football Association 24 years ago, there was so little documentation and memorabilia that its entire history was handed to him in a shoebox.
Diver dies off West Bay
An American tourist died after getting into difficulties diving off West Bay.
Sanchez acquitted of murder
Justice Charles Quin rules that the Crown had not proven its case against Jose Sanchez on a charge of murdering Solomon Webster, 24, a Special Olympics gold medalist, last year.
Judge to rule Thursday in murder case
Justice Charles Quin is expected to give two rulings on Thursday, June 4, in the trial of Jose Guadalupe Sanchez.
Visitor sentenced for ATM attempted thefts
Two charges of attempted theft from Automatic Teller Machines resulted in a sentence of 16 months’ imprisonment for a visitor from Bulgaria.
Catboat club seeks community assistance
The Cayman Islands Catboat Club is looking for financial assistance to continue preserving Cayman’s maritime history.
CIFA meeting in emergency session
The executive committee of the Cayman Islands Football Association called an emergency meeting Monday night to discuss the future of the organization following the arrest of its president and figurehead Jeff Webb on bribery charges in Switzerland.
Premier: We fixed UDP 'mess'
Cayman's premier spends most of his budget response speech blasting the territory's opposition leader.
Sundays just got tastier thanks to Catch
Catch Restaurant & Lounge is now offering a delightful new brunch menu that is bound to delight diner's palates.
Scholars top of the class at last
Scholars International Sports Club’s women's side won the FA Cup in a nail-biting final against perennial rivals Sunset.
Off-duty officer involved in motorcycle crash
An off-duty police officer riding a motorcycle was involved in a
collision Tuesday morning in George Town, sustaining
non-life-threatening injuries.
Cayman reacts: Shock, sympathy and silence
Allegations that FIFA vice president and Cayman Islands resident Jeff Webb took millions of dollars in bribes were greeted with a mix of silence and sympathy by senior politicians and soccer officials in the territory.
Kids in far districts get tennis coaching
Dozens of kids living in the outer districts are enjoying tennis coaching again this term, thanks to a generous donation by Cayman National.
Cardinall Avenue to close for street fair
A street fair is planned for downtown Cardinal Avenue, George Town on Thursday.
Incentives double licensed small and micro businesses
A reduction in the cost of trade and business licensing fees for micro- and small-business owners which took effect Aug. 31, 2014, has contributed to doubling the number of licensed businesses.
Murder defendant has assault case in Summary Court
Jose Guadalupe Sanchez, 28, appeared in Summary Court on Tuesday to confirm a date for his trial on charges of assault causing actual bodily harm and causing fear or provocation of violence.
