Concerns were raised on Wednesday when children on Cayman Brac had an extra half-day off school as heavy downpours closed schools, disrupting end-of year Key-stage and departmental examinations at primary schools. More than six inches of rain tested the drains on the Island and threatened to flood one of the designated hurricane shelters.... read more..
World's largest cruise ship drops anchor in Cayman
Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas, the world's largest Cruise ship, made its first visit to Grand Cayman on Wednesday 7 June. Various MLAs, and dignitaries including the Hon Charles Clifford, Minister of Tourism, attended a special presentation of plaques and keys on board ship. They were then joined by other VIP's from Cayman's business community... read more..
Management change at Chrissie Tomlinson
The founder of The Chrissie Tomlinson Memorial Hospital, Dr Steve Tomlinson, has turned over its operations to a professional hospital management firm so that he can concentrate on practicing medicine. Dr Tomlinson denied reports that the hospital was for sale and said he was happy to bring in a professional management team.... read more..
Drugs still a major issue in West Bay
Residents were still very concerned about the misuse of drugs in their neighbourhood at a recent meeting with police officers. "It's sad to see so many of our past students stoned out of their minds, walking around, at 9:30 in the morning," was one of the comments made by one person who came to the forum. The mood was often sombre as residents lamented... read more..
Tourists attacked
Officers from the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service, (RCIPS) who responded to an armed altercation between a robber and his victims have been recognised for providing a quick response and professional assistance, according to police officials. Late on Tuesday night 6 June, three male UK visitors were approached by a 40-year-old West Bay man wielding a machete... read more..
Caymanian of the Week - Joleasa Hera
Recently chosen to be a delegate at the Global Young Leaders Conference this summer, Joleasa Hera will travel to Washington DC and New York City to meet leaders and students from all over the world. "We will discuss issues like global warming and pollution," said Ms Hera. "And I will get a chance to talk about the culture and history of Cayman."... read more..
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Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas, the world's largest Cruise ship, made its first visit to Grand Cayman on Wednesday 7 June. Various MLAs, and dignitaries including the Hon Charles Clifford, Minister of Tourism, attended a special presentation of plaques and keys on board ship. They were then joined by other VIP's from Cayman's business community... 
The founder of The Chrissie Tomlinson Memorial Hospital, Dr Steve Tomlinson, has turned over its operations to a professional hospital management firm so that he can concentrate on practicing medicine. Dr Tomlinson denied reports that the hospital was for sale and said he was happy to bring in a professional management team.... 
Residents were still very concerned about the misuse of drugs in their neighbourhood at a recent meeting with police officers. "It's sad to see so many of our past students stoned out of their minds, walking around, at 9:30 in the morning," was one of the comments made by one person who came to the forum. The mood was often sombre as residents lamented... 
Recently chosen to be a delegate at the Global Young Leaders Conference this summer, Joleasa Hera will travel to Washington DC and New York City to meet leaders and students from all over the world. "We will discuss issues like global warming and pollution," said Ms Hera. "And I will get a chance to talk about the culture and history of Cayman."... 
