Topic: West Bay
Windsor Park graduates emergency response team
Windsor Park residents have formed a Community Emergency Response Team after 14 weeks of training.
Premier says he will back 'one man, one vote'
Cayman's premier vows to press on with changes in the territory's general election voting system.
Kitesurfers returning to Cayman
International kitesurfing competition returns to Grand Cayman in the new year.
Hundreds attend annual children's breakfast
More than 300 childen, parents, teachers and sponsors attended the annual children's breakfast as part of Child Month.
Firearm from murder scene not operable, expert says
The firearm recovered from the yard where Solomon Webster was fatally shot was in inoperable condition when an expert examined it, Justice Charles Quin heard last week.
Robbery suspect arrested at airport
A robbery suspect was arrested at the airport in Grand Cayman on Monday after being spotted on the British Airways flight by an off-duty police officer returning from holiday.
Crown nears end of case in fatal shooting
The Crown is near the close of its case against Jose Sanchez for the September 2014 murder of Solomon Webster.
More women report being assaulted by cyclist
More women have come forward to report to police that they have been victims of indecent assaults by a cyclist in West Bay.
Jogger reports assault in West Bay
A female jogger was indecently assaulted by a man on a bicycle in West Bay.
Court visits scene of fatal shooting
Court officials and police visit the West Bay scene where Solomon Webster was shot to death.
Rare Cayman ghost orchid in bloom
The Conservation Law gives new protections to Cayman's endangered plants and animals, including the rare ghost orchid, now in bloom.
Burger Shack champs for fifth time
Burger Shack cemented their place in local flag football history, going undefeated in back-to-back seasons and securing their fifth championship in as many seasons.
Court upholds firearm conviction, sentence
A man lost his appeal against conviction and a 10-year sentence for possession of an unlicensed firearm, with the Court of Appeal rejecting arguments against the judge-alone verdict.
Liquor stores add security after robberies
A series of late-night liquor store robberies on Grand Cayman are frightening workers and patrons and costing businesses money for security upgrades.
'Light of freedom' burns bright in Cayman
A fiery beacon was lit off the coast of West Bay, Friday night as the Cayman Islands joined countries around the world in a poignant salute to the heroes of World War II.
Trial begins in death of Special Olympics athlete
Trial began on Friday for Jose Guadelupe Sanchez, who is charged with murdering Special Olympics athlete Solomon David Webster, 24, last September.
Cayman celebrates Red Cross Month
The Cayman Islands Red Cross is celebrating International Red Cross Day, which falls on Friday, May 8, with a month of activities.
West Bay-based Scholars celebrate Premier League title
Scholars International are the 2014/2015 Premier League champs.
'A house divided': A unified vision for the Cayman Islands
The current conversation about redistricting and voter equality in the Cayman Islands is, in a word, too "divisive."
Customs order bans paraquat importation
The Cayman Islands has ordered a ban on the importation of the chemical herbicide paraquat, which has been used on island to poison dogs.
Murder defendant elects trial by judge alone
Jose Guadelupe Sanchez elected trial by judge alone on Monday after pleading not guilty to the murder of Solomon David Webster, a Special Olympics athlete.
Report proposes new BT fire station
U.K.-based fire service experts advocate for a new fire station in Bodden Town district.
Batabano brings out thousands
Batabano pulsed down Seven Mile Beach Saturday afternoon with thousands of revelers.
Turtle-shaped ice rink planned to help revitalize George Town
An ice-stadium with a roof made entirely of solar panels in the shape of a turtle shell is being backed by government as the first key project in the planned revitalization of George Town.
Feel the island rhythm of Batabano
Are you ready for the electrifying energy of Cayman Carnival Batabano this weekend?
Burglary in tourist area nets 40 months
A burglary at a condo along Seven Mile Beach has the potential to damage the island’s reputation as a safe tourist destination, a magistrate pointed out as he handed down a sentence of 40 months for the offense.
Districts on opposite ends of voting debate
West Bay and Bodden Town districts go in different directions on a proposed voting change for Cayman.
Third liquor store robbed in week
Another Grand Cayman liquor store is hit in a pre-closing time robbery.
West Bay Road to close for Batabano parade
On Saturday, West Bay Road will be closed to the motoring public between 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. while the annual Batabano carnival parade is under way, police advise.
Case made for extra Legislative Assembly seat
George Towners debate increasing the size of Cayman's Legislative Assembly.
Affordable homes sales increase
Of the 20 afforable homes in Bodden Town, 15 have now been sold or are in the final stages of bank approval.
Gas prices on the rise in Cayman
After a six-month respite, local fuel prices are going up once again.
In Focus Photo Gallery: HospiceCare
Cayman HospiceCare held its annual “CHC Bash” fundraiser at Pappagallo Ristorante in West Bay on Friday night.
East Enders meet on voting boundaries
A small group of East Enders at a public meeting last wek were unanimous in their opinion that the district electoral boundary should remain as it is.
Pedestrian was seventh victim this year on Cayman's roads
A woman pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and killed on South Sound Road early Saturday morning.
'That nah happen' (It might very well happen)
When North Side MLA Ezzard Miller and East End MLA Arden McLean argue for the preservation of their districts' boundaries, they are actually arguing for protection of their political livelihoods.
Dart submits application for Esterley Tibbetts relocation
Dart submits a planning application for the realignment and widening of the Esterley Tibbetts Highway near Camana Bay.
Three charged with pedestrian's robbery
Two men and a woman have had charges of robbery transmitted to the Grand Court in relation to a robbery of a female pedestrian last week along West Bay Road.
Eastern representatives fear district redraw
The intentions of Cayman's Electoral Boundary Commission suddenly become a hot topic in Grand Cayman's smaller districts.
Opposition says no to election changes
At a public meeting Tuesday, opposition leader McKeeva Bush told supporters to oppose election changes.
Cayman marks Vaccination Week
Cayman public health officials will host free clinics next week for children who need vaccinations.
Coroner's juries get more options
Cayman Islands coroner's juries now have more options in ruling on the cause of a person's death.
Hell gets a makeover
A $16,000 renovation at Hell is almost complete, with a freshly paved parking lot and other upgrades.
Proposed utilities commission will order gas price checks
Cayman's regulatory scheme for gasoline and petroleum is about to look a lot different, the planning minister says.
Setting boundaries on redistricting
There is no reason why North Side and East End should continue to enjoy having an "extra" seat in the Legislative Assembly.
Bodden edges Scholars closer
Roma never made it easy for the champions elect at the TE McField Annex, partly because they are in sixth place, perilously close to the relegation zone and need at least one win from their remaining fixtures to breath easily.
Bikers take to road for Meals on Wheels
Local bikers took part in their annual fundraiser for Meals on Wheels over the weekend.
Minister: Speed limit changes to take effect in May
Drivers through Cayman's main tourism district will soon find slow going.
Trial date set for bar robbery
A man pleaded not guilty on Friday to four counts of robbery and one count of possessing an imitation firearm in relation to a robbery at Coconut Joe's bar.
Woman mugged on West Bay Road
A lone woman was mugged by a machete-wielding robber as she walked along West Bay Road in the early hours of Friday.
Earth Day cleanup Saturday
Earth Day is Wednesday, but this weekend several events are scheduled for the annual worldwide environmental celebration.
Hospice facility to break ground this year
Cayman HospiceCare plans to break ground on a new building later this year.
Scholars finish strong, have title in sight
Scholars International can seal the Premier League title this weekend if they beat Roma United at the TE McField Annex.
Cup's goal is a perfect warm up
With a CONCACAF Under-15 football tournament being held here in August, there is a perfect warm up tournament being staged in Cayman next month.
Former minister faces alcohol-related traffic charge
Former minister for education and deputy premier Rolston Anglin appeared in court on Monday charged with being in charge of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.
Power failure interrupts schools, businesses
Widespread power outages in Grand Cayman resulted in most public schools closing early Tuesday.
Boundary Commission to hold public meetings
The Electoral Boundaries Commission plans to hold a series of public meetings this month.
Cubans still on the run
A group of Cuban refugees who escaped from the Immigration Detention Centre over the Easter weekend are still on the run.
Cotton Tree hotel to close
The Cotton Tree Hotel, one of Cayman’s few boutique hotels, will be closing its doors at the end of the month.
Students gain Duke of Edinburgh awards
Students from schools throughout the Cayman Islands have earned their Duke of Edinburgh bronze awards.
West Bay Road: Where inaction endangers lives
How many more people must be injured, or killed, before Cayman Islands leaders do something about our most crowded tourism corridor called West Bay Road?
Cubans break out of detention center
Six Cuban refugees were on the run on Tuesday after breaking out of the Immigration Detention Centre.
Teen tourist critically injured in road accident
A 16-year-old tourist was in critical condition in hospital after being hit by a mini-van while crossing the road outside the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort on Monday.
Judge calls for urgent resources to tackle mental health issues
Unsuccessful and ongoing efforts to treat a female robbery defendant for a bipolar disorder and her drug addiction are highlighting deficiencies within Cayman’s ability to treat people with mental health issues, a court heard.
Registration for public schools open
Registration for places at government reception classes, primary and secondary schools is now open.
2010 child murder case to be retried in 2016
The retrial of Devon Anglin for the alleged murder of four-year-old Jeremiah Barnes has been adjourned until May 2016, after it was set for July this year.
Sold! Batmobile goes for $143k
The Batmobile, a crowd favourite at the Cayman Motor Museum for the past five years, has a new owner after being sold at auction in the U.S.
Dozens of affordable homes sit empty
The National Housing Development Trust struggles with empty homes that should be filled and occupied homes that should be empty.
Free oral cancer screenings offered
Local dentists are offering free oral cancer screenings on April 1.
Riders ramping up
The cycling scene is attracting more riders with successive events as the Genesis Duathlon approaches in May.
Holy auction! Batmobile up for sale
The Batmobile is up for sale along with 40 other vehicles from the Cayman Motor Musuem.
Tibbetts, 12, invited by Swindon
The first step towards a potential professional career in English football is the exciting development for a Cayman schoolboy.
