Topic: West Bay
Firefighters back in West Bay station
Firefighters are back at the West Bay Fire Station after it was closed in late July because of mold in the air conditioning systems.
Shot fired in store robbery
A shot was fired during a Monday night robbery at a West Bay store.
Bail denied for pair charged with 200 pounds of ganja
Magistrate Grace Donalds denied bail on Wednesday for a man and a woman after hearing details of the charges against them – possession and possession with intent to supply over 200 pounds of ganja.
Oxitec’s GM mosquitoes starting to show impact
Researchers studying the release of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay say they are starting to see the gene show up in mosquito larvae, meaning those mosquitoes likely will not survive to adulthood.
Wesleyan inducts staff for school year
Six former Wesleyan Christian Academy graduates have joined the school’s staff this year.
Music community comes out to support Stanley Ebanks
A large audience from around the Cayman Islands, keen to dance and socialize, came out to Elizabethan Square on Aug. 26 to lend support and raise money for musician Stanley Ebanks of West Bay.
50 years ago: Brandons and Ebanks families welcome new babies
“Mr. and Mrs. Ellard Ebanks left on the 3rd for Jamaica. Mrs. Ebanks has gone to have medical attention. Travelling on the same plane was Mrs. Alpheana Powery who has gone to visit her son, Wordsworth, who is a patient in the University Hospital, having surgery for a throat condition."
Man pleads guilty to West Bay rape
Andre Antonio Chase, 22, pleaded guilty in Grand Court on Monday to charges of rape and aggravated burglary. Justice Michael Mettyear set sentencing for Sept. 28.
New registering officer for West Bay
Bethany Powery-Ebanks has been appointed the new registering officer for West Bay by the Elections Office.
Striking scarlet ibis females join Turtle Farm aviary
After several years of searching and negotiating, the Cayman Turtle Farm has succeeded in acquiring two female scarlet ibis to pair with the attraction’s two male birds “Ziggy” and “Bobo.”
West Bay’s Vanessa Williams a Proud of Them finalist
A number of young people were honored as Proud of Them finalists at a reception at the George Town Yacht Club this month.
The People Time Forgot: Duxey Ebanks
Without question, Duxey Ebanks was one of West Bay’s grand old fiddlers.
50 years ago: A Henning-Ebanks wedding; Anglins welcome 9th child
In the Aug. 31, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote: “A quiet wedding was solemnized at the home of Capt. Lenard Henning on the 25th at 7 p.m. when his eldest daughter Nell was united in marriage to Mr. Stanley Ebanks."
Wounding charge sent to Grand Court
A West Bay man appeared in Summary Court on Tuesday charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm on Friday, Aug. 19.
West Bay’s Clara Smith turns 102
Clara Smith, possibly West Bay’s oldest resident, celebrated her 102nd birthday on Sunday, Aug. 14 with a quiet gathering of family and friends at her home on Reverend Blackman Road.
Outreach efforts maintain precious ties for seafarers
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association’s community visitations are part of an effort to keep in touch with older seafarers or members who can no longer attend Association meetings.
50 years ago: Faith Home’s West Bay connection endures
In the Aug. 24, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote: “Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Hydes and son Jr. left on the 18th for Jamaica where Mrs. Hydes will receive medical attention. Leaving on the same plane was Miss Anstine Bodden, one of the workers at Faith Home, in Golden Spring."
Turtle Farm proves an educational draw
The Cayman Islands Turtle Farm reports that from Jan. 1 to June 30 2016, over 2,130 school students and teachers visited the West Bay park for education and recreation.
Most support GM mosquito initiative, says survey
A new government survey found most people on Grand Cayman support the ongoing trial of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay.
50 years ago: A wedding in Virginia; births and arrivals on island
In the Aug. 17, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote: “A quiet wedding was solemnized in Virginia, U.S., on July 29 when Mr. Ludwick Ebanks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Garland Ebanks, took as his bride Irene Christian, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Errol Christian."
Happy couple weds in West Bay
After almost six years together, Priscilla Habib and Clem Scott tied the knot last month in West Bay.
Proud of Them: Crowe honored for academics
Tishan Crowe, 24, is one of the recent young achievers selected for the Proud of Them recognition award.
Nesting turtle rescued from poachers
A large nesting turtle was rescued after being dragged off a West Bay beach by poachers – the fifth recorded instance of suspected turtle poaching this year.
Premier: Opposition to GM mosquito release political grandstanding
Premier Alden McLaughlin, in a press statement Tuesday, criticized opponents of the genetically modified mosquito program, as the Public Health Department confirmed Cayman’s first local cases of Zika.
50 years ago: Christian student group visits the district
In the Aug. 10, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote: “Dr. C.C. Carlman, of the Caribbean World Missions, delivered the missionary sermon at the camp meeting of the Florida state association of the Church of God, at Lakeland Florida on Thursday, Aug. 4. Brother E. Calvin Ebanks of West Bay attended that mission service."
US gives green light to GM mosquito tests in Florida
As Oxitec and the Mosquito Research and Control Unit ramp up releases of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay, regulators in the U.S. gave the company the green light to test the GM mosquitoes on an island in the Florida Keys.
Cyclists gear up for Pete Ribbins Ride along the western peninsula
The fourth annual Pete Ribbins Memorial Ride will be held on Sunday, Aug. 14.
Motor Museum to reopen in late November
The Cayman Islands Motor Museum, shut since late spring, will reopen in late November, according to owner Andreas Ugland.
Myrtle Rivers celebrates 90 years
Myrtle Rivers, born July 25 1926, affectionately known as Miss Veanie, recently celebrated her 90th birthday surrounded by family and friends.
Service honors seafarers
Members of the Cayman Islands Seafarers Association participated in the morning worship service at the Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church in West Bay on July 24.
50 years ago: Manderson and Ebanks families welcome baby daughters
“Mr. and Mrs. Paul Manderson became the happy parents of their second child and first daughter on the 25th of July named Paula Agatha, weighing 6 pounds."
Sophia and Peter: A match made in Grand Cayman
Eighty-five guests witnessed the recent marriage of Sophia Flowers of Midland, Michigan, and local boxer Peter Lewison of Prospect, George Town.
Firefighters forced to move from WB station
West Bay fire crews, as well as their vehicles and equipment, will be responding to emergencies from the Ed Bush Sports Complex for the next several weeks.
Judge: GM mosquito project can proceed
The release of millions of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay can proceed, after a Grand Court judge on Tuesday refused an application for another stay of the project.
West Bayer Rebecca Hydes celebrates 85th birthday
The 85th birthday of Rebecca Hydes was celebrated recently with a special affair befitting the beloved member of the West Bay community.
50 years ago: One unlucky turtle meets its fate
“An unusual thing happened in West Bay on Sunday at about 1:30 p.m. A loggerhead turtle crawled a distance up onto the beach and began making a nest. She was sighted by some bathers who called for help and Oriel Hydes turned her over."
Teen pleads not guilty to robbing store twice
A teenager pleaded not guilty Friday to charges that he robbed the same employee at the same West Bay minimart in March and April of this year.
Judicial review of GM mosquito plan gets under way
A lawyer representing opponents of a planned release of millions of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay told a judicial review Tuesday that a “proper risk assessment” of the project had not been done.
50 years ago: Scott family welcomes daughter Letsie Ann
“Miss Debra Ebanks, daughter of Capt. and Mrs. Graham Ebanks left on the 10th to spend her school holidays in Tampa with relatives. She is accompanied by her uncle Mr. Rayburn Farrington who was home on a short vacation."
Bible school in session
The West Bay Wesleyan Holiness Church invites children ages 5 to 12 to its annual Vacation Bible School.
Inside the mosquito ‘factory’
Ahead of the release of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay, scheduled to begin Thursday, the Mosquito Research and Control Unit and U.K. biotech firm Oxitec invited members of the media for an inside look of the new lab, where half a million male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are being bred.
Mermaid pays a visit to the Turtle Farm
A fantastical aquatic visitor to the Cayman Turtle Farm last week had heads turning and youngsters agape.
50 years ago: Joyful arrival of a sixth child for Powerys
“After spending three months vacation with his family, Mr. Denniston Ebanks left on June 30 for Canada to join the S.S. Emperor for National Bulk Carriers."
Boaters still missing
Police advised Tuesday that boaters who were believed to have left Cayman a week ago are still missing.
Police report possible missing boaters
Police say a boat left Cayman Wednesday, June 22, with four men on board and has not returned. A press release from police say the missing group was not reported until Saturday.
Family event remembers Burnis ‘Lil’ B’ Ebanks
A cool spell and overcast skies over the Queen’s Birthday weekend made for a perfect day as extended family got together for a fishing tournament to remember Burnis “Lil’B” Ebanks.
Top Sir John A. Cumber students recognized
Sir John A. Cumber Primary School’s top Year 6 students received special recognition at last week’s leaving ceremony, marking the end of the school year.
Students raise money for wells in Africa
The children in Sir John A. Cumber Primary School’s Reception class recently raised more than $4,000 to help build water wells in Sierra Leone, Africa.
50 years ago: Kudos for West Bayer in US Air Force
“Staff Sgt. Dale M. Banks is one of our Cayman boys who has done well in the U.S. Armed Forces. Dale is the younger son of Mrs. Iola C. Banks of West Bay."
West Bay students go for tennis
Brooklyn Ebanks, Ariah Morgan, Alexia Anglin and Jhianni Cornwall go through agility drills during a tennis lesson at Sir John A. Cumber Primary School in West Bay.
Pole fire caused power outage in West Bay
A fire on a Caribbean Utilities Company pole cut power to about 1,700 customers in West Bay on Wednesday night.
Students reflect on primary school years
Students who will soon be moving on from West Bay’s public primary school recently took some time to look back on their experience and offer words of thanks and advice.
50 years ago: Numerous visitors make for a busy week
In the June 15, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote:
Not guilty verdict in firearm trial
A Grand Court jury on Tuesday found Tonie Elford Bush, 46, not guilty of possessing a Remington shotgun for which he had no license.
Burglar jailed for 41 months
After admitting three residential burglaries in West Bay over a five-week period, Kenoi McCarval Smith was sentenced Monday to serve 41 months in prison.
Vivo hits number one on TripAdvisor
A relatively new arrival on the West Bay restaurant scene recently landed the top restaurant ranking in the Cayman Islands on the TripAdvisor travel review site.
Scientists move to quell GM mosquito concerns
Cayman’s Mosquito Research and Control Unit and U.K. biotech company Oxitec tackled questions Tuesday night from West Bay residents concerned about the planned release of millions of genetically modified mosquitoes in their neighborhood.
West Bay CERT gets prepared
“Don’t let your guard down!” was this year’s theme for National Day of Preparedness in the Cayman Islands.
Meeting on GM Mosquito release
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit and biotechnology company Oxitec are inviting the public to attend a meeting Tuesday night to discuss the planned release of millions of genetically modified mosquitoes in West Bay.
50 years ago: Bennett Jefferson wedding celebrated
“There was a lovely wedding at the Pilgrim Holiness Church on the 21st with Rev. John Croft officiating when Mr. Spencer Bennett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Laurie Bennett of Bonacca, Spanish Honduras, took as his bride Miss Norma Jean Jefferson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jefferson."
Moms honored at Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church
There was a large turnout at the annual Mother’s Day celebration at the Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church.
50 years ago: Dilbert Bush wedding; family visits
“A quiet wedding was solemnized on the 12th in the Pilgrim Holiness Parsonage, when Mr. Reginald Dilbert took as his bride Mrs. Andeen Bush, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dermot Bush."
Sir John A. Cumber kids get golfing
Students at Sir John A. Cumber Primary School have been learning how to putt, drive and maintain golf courses.
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50 years ago: Ebanks wedding and engagement
In the May 11, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote: “On the 5th, Miss Emma Grace Ebanks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elsworth Ebanks, became the bride of Mr. Wolsley Ebanks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Ebanks of Northwest Point, at a ceremony performed by the Rev. John Croft in the Pilgrim Holiness Church."
‘Mummeh Mia!’ musical coming to Harquail Theatre
The Sunrise Adult Training Centre’s spring concert, “Mummeh Mia!: The Barcadere Beckons” will be taking place at the Harquail Theatre on May 18.
Genetically engineered mosquitoes to be released in Grand Cayman
Genetically engineered mosquitoes will be released across Grand Cayman in the coming year, starting in West Bay, in an effort to control the Aedes aegypti mosquitoes responsible for spreading Zika, dengue and other viruses.
Youth sent to Grand Court for robberies
A 15-year-old boy appeared in Summary Court on Monday charged with two counts of robbery, an offense that can be dealt with only in the Grand Court.
Fishing tournament to honor local angler
Registration is now open for the Burnis Ebanks “Lil’B” catch-and-release fishing tournament. The event will be held at Barkers Bay on the June public holiday, the Queen’s Birthday on Monday, June 13.
Colorful Heritage Kitchen cooking up raves
West Bay boasts numerous quaint eateries scattered throughout the district, among them the colorful Heritage Kitchen tucked away at the top of Boggy Sand Road by the four-way stop.
West Bay’s Spanish Bay Reef site cleared
Demolition crews have been working at the Spanish Bay Reef Resort site in West Bay, clearing buildings that have sat vacant for almost nine years.
Bumper lionfish cull during Earth Month
A group of determined divers recently did their part for Earth Month in the waters off the West Bay coast, offering up their skills in the fight against the invasive lionfish.
50 years ago: Girls’ Brigaders to visit Canada
In the April 27, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay correspondent Leila Yates wrote: “Congratulations to Betty Ruth Ebanks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ebanks and Carol Ann Ebanks, daughter of Mrs. Dell Ebanks both of West Bay No. 3 Company, who have been selected for the Girls’ Brigade Canadian exchange visit."
