Archive for March, 2016
Denied coverage by insurance company
I have been diagnosed with a chronic disease and my insurance company has denied my claim for coverage of my related medical expenses. What can I do? Auntie’s answer: Since this is already the second insurance question I have received, I can see this will be an ongoing issue for many readers, and understandably so. […]
Suzy Soto implores students to drive safely
(CNS): Suzy Soto, the grandmother of Zak Quappe, who died in a road accident in 2013, led an interactive road safety presentation last week for more than 120 students at Cayman International School. Soto shared the experience of her family’s loss with the group, which comprised years eight to 12.
Flags fly for Commonwealth Day
(CNS): As part of the “Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth” worldwide initiative, at exactly 10am yesterday (Monday, 14 March), Governor Helen Kilpatrick hoisted the blue-and-yellow colours of the Commonwealth flag in front of the Government Administration Building. The event marked the first time the Cayman Islands has joined Commonwealth countries and organisations in raising […]
Cayman’s group draw announced for HK Sevens
(CNS): The draw for the HSBC World Sevens Series 2016 qualifier in Hong Kong next month was held live yesterday (Monday, 14 March) with Cayman’s rugby sevens team picked for Pool E with Zimbabwe, Germany and the home team. Cayman will play its pool games over two days, 8-9 April.
Employer not paying minimum wage
I am not being paid minimum wage despite the new law. Who should I contact? Auntie’s answer: You are certainly right that a minimum wage is a new part of the Labour Law, having come into effect 1 March. The official minimum wage is now $6 per hour, though it could be as low as […]
Prince Edward presents CCMI award to Cayman attorney
(CNS): During his brief visit to Little Cayman Sunday, 6 March, Prince Edward presented the Central Caribbean Marine Institute’s (CCMI) CORAL (Commitment, Outreach, Respect, and Leadership) Award to attorney Chris Humphries for his years of commitment to the institute and its work. The award is presented to an individual or organisation for outstanding contributions to […]
Group needed for single moms
Is there a club or meet-up for single mothers? Also is there a comedy or laughter club? If there is neither, it would be very helpful if someone could take the initiative to start one. Auntie’s answer: I do not know of any club that specifically caters for single mothers but there are organisations for […]
Students geared up for robotics challenge
(CNS): Maples and Calder is partnering with the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) to present the “Cayman Islands SeaPerch Challenge 2016” on Saturday, 12 March, at the Grand Cayman Beach Suites. The competition follows a series of free seminars on robotics hosted for more than 260 students from various local schools, which WISTA and […]
Full stable of dressage riders on display at competition
(CNS): The Cayman Islands Equestrian Federation (CIEF) held its third dressage show of the season on Sunday, 6 March, with 34 horse-and-rider combinations, including several newcomers to the show ring. Competing for the first time at a CIEF dressage show were Natalie Galloway, Lucy Lindsay, Reyah Stewart and Madison Ameline.
Finding health insurance without a job
I am in my mid-50’s and was made redundant a few months ago. I am now without income and have been unable so far to find a job to support myself. My health insurance through my last employers will end in a few weeks and I don’t see how I can afford to pay for […]
Legislative Assembly prepared for ‘takeover’
(CNS): Cayman Islands’ youth are poised to take over the Legislative Assembly. Students from nine local educational institutions are preparing for the ninth annual Youth Parliament, sponsored by law firm Harneys. The event is scheduled for Commonwealth Day, Monday, 14 March from 10:30am.
Cayman to fly flag for Commonwealth Day
(CNS): The Cayman Islands will be one of 53 countries flying the Commonwealth flag on Monday, 14 March, as part of worldwide Commonwealth Day celebrations. The flag will be hoisted outside the Government Administration Building (GAB) at 10am. To reflect this year’s theme, “An Inclusive Commonwealth”, more than 850 flags will be raised around the […]
Final team named for HK Sevens competition
(CNS): After watching their team compete in the Las Vegas Invitational sevens last weekend against international opponents, Cayman’s rugby coaches have selected the players who will be participating in the Hong Kong Sevens tournament set for 8-10 April. Out of the 31 players divided among three teams who lasted through a total of 14 matches […]
National Gallery staying up late for special event
(CNS): The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands’ (NGCI) will be open for a special Butterfield Young Patrons’ Circle (BYPC) late-night event on Friday, 11 March to celebrate the international travelling exhibition, “EN MAS’: Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean”. The evening will feature “an epic exhibition, expert-led tours, great music and more,” said […]
Registering new address with Elections Office
I have moved since the last general elections and want to register my new address with the Elections Office. Having managed to find the correct form on the Elections Office website (which totally sucks and navigation is beyond rubbish), it says at the bottom, “Where the elector has changed his or her place of residence […]
Royals end brief visit with award presentation
(CNS): Among the highlights of the whirlwind visit of Prince Edward and his wife, Sophie, the Earl and Countess of Wessex, was their attendance at the presentation of the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award Certificate at Government House Monday, 7 March. They met students and community members involved in the local branch of the awards […]
Primary students take close look at mangroves
(CNS): A group of Prospect Primary School students examined Cayman’s mangrove ecosystem on Friday, 4 March, during a boat outing in the North Sound. In addition to the mangroves, the students learned about related marine and terrestrial life as well as other elements of the sea.
Cayman’s athletes get set for final CARIFTA qualifier
(CNS): Cayman’s young athletes are preparing to compete this weekend for a place in the 2016 CARIFTA Games to be held in Granada 26-28 March. The Cayman Islands Athletic Association, in partnership with Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC), is presenting the 2016 CUC Youth & Junior CARIFTA Track & Field Championships on Friday and Saturday, 11-12 […]
