Issue No. 965 Friday, 11 November 2005

Visas Impacting Local Businesses

While it is too early to see the full economic impact of keeping Jamaicans out of the Cayman Islands through the newly implemented visa system, some businesses are already reporting that they are facing  serious potential losses... read more...

Further work still ahead for Freedom of Information Bill

George Town had its second chance to show the world it’s rich cultural heritage on Monday 7 November, after the first attempt was rained off. The weather on the second occasion was a little improved but the plague of this year’s Pirates Week - the rain - began falling at the beginning of the event. Spirits weren’t dampened too much however, as vendors and customers took shelter under the tents... read more...

Cayman’s Remembrance Day Celebration

This Sunday, 13 November the Cayman Islands will again join nations around the world in the annual tribute to those who defended their countries during times of war. Ceremonies honouring veterans, including those who sacrificed their lives... read more...

Government tackles cruise tourist volumes

With 16 more cruise ships interested in plying the Cayman Islands route later this year, the Government is moving to manage their scheduling to minimise any impact it may have on residents. The Government this week said it would reschedule cruise ships from high volume days to less busy days. “Major elements in Government’s strategy are to reschedule cruise ships from high-volume days... read more...

RCIPS deadline breached on community reports

It is now almost a month past the date when senior officers of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) promised to report back to communities on topics such as removing drug addicts and criminals from the streets... read more...

Caymanian of the Week - Joanna Phillips

As a typical teenager, Joanna Phillips loves a good weekend socialising and partying with family and friends. But her favourite outdoor activity is swimming: “I love to go swimming, it’s relaxing and I just love the atmosphere,” she said. Her first love, however, is her grandmother who she described as “so special” for the invaluable things she does for the 17-year-old.  “I won’t change her for anyone or anything in the world... read more...