Cayman Net News Daily Headlines

Top cop in UK, vows return

2008-05-09

Suspended Commissioner of Police Stuart Kernohan has left the Cayman Islands, rushing to the bedside of his sick father in the UK, but will return to George Town in due course. A spokesman for the commissioner said, “Mr. Kernohan is off island in the UK due to the illness of his father. He requested and received written permission from Governor Stuart Jack to leave and looks forward to returning to the Cayman Islands.”

Pedro community holds reunion

2008-05-09

A small gathering of some of the ‘original’ residents of the Pedro area took place on Sunday, 4 May. The Pedro area of Bodden Town District used to have just eight different houses in it, according to Florence Wood, who attended a reunion of the old-time Pedro residents and their families recently, on the site of where many of them used to live - a small cul-de-sac next to Beach Bay road.

Wing addition could cut costs for CAL, say industry experts

2008-05-09

Cayman Airways Limited (CAL) could save more than CI$800,000 annually in fuel costs by using an increasingly familiar device seen on the wings of most jets flying into Owen Roberts International Airport. Winglets are the four- to seven-foot add-ons that attach to the end of a jet’s wing that significantly reduce drag on planes, allowing them to save up to six percent of fuel per flight and increase cargo capacity.

LA approves additional spending for budget

2008-05-09

Increased funding and savings in expenses will be used to fund the $5.5 million approved by the Legislative Assembly (LA) on Monday as additional spending for the current 2007-2008 budget. Financial Secretary Hon Kenneth Jefferson told an extended Finance Committee sitting last Friday that as a result of the supplementary budget, the reduced net surplus is now projected to be $20.8 million.

Burns Group seeks legal advice

2008-05-09

Head of the Burns Conolly Group, Burns Conolly, says his company is taking legal advice with a view to seeking damages against the Auditor General’s Office for a critical report on the Royal Watler Cruise Terminal. The report, which was released in 2006, pointed to a questionable contract tendering process and possible overcharging by the contractors.

Caymanian of the week - Sophine Barnes

2008-05-09

Sophine Barnes is managing to juggle work, education and family, and maintain a positive perspective on all. She is a Customer Service Representative for Chargeback & Fraud at Butterfield Bank, having started that job about two weeks ago, after being with the bank for a month. Ms Barnes also attends the International College of the Cayman Islands, where she is studying for an Associate’s Degree.

Science Fair winners recognised

2008-05-09

Lions continue reading workshops

2008-05-09

'Priceless' orchids on auction in UK

2008-05-09

'He hath founded

2008-05-09

Online Forum

2008-05-09

Cayman Islands in the Foreign Press

2008-05-09

Steel band to play at road safety event

2008-05-09

Vibe FM Radio announces programming changes

2008-05-09

'Museum will be in good shape'

2008-05-09

Police pressed into family situations

2008-05-09

North Side students learn to 'Stay Safe''

2008-05-09

Heart medicine recalled

2008-05-09

Ask the Vets: Resident bacteria

2008-05-09

Pet of the Week - Bear

2008-05-09

Meow more than ever!

2008-05-09

Local Notices and Information

2008-05-09

On the Cricket Pitch: In the midst of international success

2008-05-09

Last week's youth cricket

2008-05-09

Local Cricket Update

2008-05-09

High scoring WestTel Roller Hockey

2008-05-09

Special Olympics Cayman on the move

2008-05-09

Sports Person of the Week - Anthony Reid

2008-05-09

Sports Events Calendar

2008-05-09

Highlights of Mr and Ms Universe

2008-05-09

Theological Commentary: Maturing through Graces bestowed by the ascended Lord

2008-05-09

Editorial: Community distress

2008-05-09

Editorial Cartoon

2008-05-09

Sister Islands Person of the Week - Lizzanna Hurlston

2008-05-09

All Nations Church breaks ground

2008-05-09

Champion swimmers named

2008-05-09

Bracfest 'Chalkfest, Now & Den Musik'

2008-05-09

Dog wash planned

2008-05-09

Opinion: Guiding the younger generation

2008-05-09

George Anderson Memorial 31st Lions Swim Meet

2008-05-09

Cayman Brac elderly artists show off skills

2008-05-09

Miss Teen meets & greets at Fashion Show

2008-05-09

Children a gift from God

2008-05-09

Cayfest SI 'Art and Craft Exhibition and Sale' event

2008-05-09

Brac cricketers dominate on home soil

2008-05-09

Brac FC upsets Bodden Town

2008-05-09

Sister Islands Notices and Information

2008-05-09

What's Happening This Weekend

2008-05-09

Carnival spirit lives on at 25th Batabano

2008-05-09

Ship captain to retire after 'interesting life'

2008-05-09

Dancing with the Stars airs 100th episode

2008-05-09

Mother's Day Flowers & Their Meanings

2008-05-09

Hurricane Ivan lovers to wed

2008-05-09

Every Mom is a Goddess

2008-05-09

Interior Design: Caribbean Style

2008-05-09

Commentary: Everybody's Business: Not worth water

2008-05-09