Issue No. 936 Monday, 3 October 2005

Dyoll to make first payment

The joint liquidators for Dyoll Insurance Company Limited will be paying out 17 cents on the dollar in its first payment to creditors targeted for the end of October. The joint liquidator in the Cayman Islands, Ken Krys, said there would be more payments to come, and the total payout to creditors will likely be between 25 to 35 cents on the dollar. However, to get that payment, creditors need to file a proof of debt... read more...

Digicel sponsors Pirates Week

Digicel’s CEO John Buckley announced that the local telecoms firm would be the main sponsor of Pirates Week, at a press conference in the Marriott Beach Resort on Wednesday 28 September. “Digicel is delighted to be part of this annual festive event that celebrates the charm, heritage and distinctive culture of the Cayman Islands, with some pageantry and make-believe thrown in as part of the unique mix,” said Mr Buckley... read more...

Ritz and Fluor walk away

Fluor Daniel Caribbean Inc and the developer of The Ritz-Carlton have agreed to walk away from a re-trial after US District Judge set aside the $28.8 million verdict. Civil litigation between Fluor Daniel and The Ritz-Carlton developer, Michael Ryan had dragged on for over a year as both parties claimed breach of contract after the developer fired Fluor from The Ritz-Carlton project... read more...

Cayman Islands moving to strengthen relations with CARICOM

As efforts are being made to make the Caribbean a more united place, the Government of the Cayman Islands may well be moving to strengthen relations with the wider Caribbean Community in the shape of CARICOM.The Hon Charles Clifford, Minister for Tourism who is currently in St Kitts for the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association 12th annual Conference, (FCCA) told Gus Thomas of Caribbean Net News following the official... read more...

Youngsters take charge in emergencies

Two young local ‘heroes’ who understand that 911 can help save the life of a loved one have been commended by the emergency communication centre for their actions in helping members of their families... read more...

Person Of The Day - Lesleta Whittaker

As the front desk supervisor at Sammy’s Airport Inn, Lesleta Whittaker helps take care of the numerous construction workers who live there full time while still making sure tourists also feel welcome. “We have guests from all different places,” said Ms Whittaker. “My job is to make the guests feel comfortable.” Originally from Jamaica, Ms Whittaker has lived on the Island for 16 years. She has five daughters... read more...