Archive for April, 2018
National Gallery named a top Caribbean museum
(CNS Local Life): The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands (NGCI) has been recognised as number five on the list of “Caribbean’s Best Museums You Should Visit” compiled by News Americas Now, a news, travel and lifestyle publication that covers the Caribbean and Latin America and its diasporas. The National Museum of Fine Arts in […]
Cayman marathon promoted at Boston race
(CNS Local Life): After a two-year hiatus, organisers of the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon returned to Boston to market the race at the 2018 John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo, which is part of that city’s marathon activities. The 122nd Boston marathon, held 16 April, attracted almost 26,000 runners and had its first American win […]
First-time procedure eases patient’s pain
(CNS Local Life): Karie Bergstrom, deputy chairperson of the Health Services Authority (HSA) board, who has been struggling with the pain of rheumatoid disease for 15 years, has found relief after undergoing a minimally invasive procedure at the Cayman Islands Hospital. This marked the first time the technique has been performed in Cayman and, with […]
PPM will need to move headquarters
I just noticed that the PPM headquarters on Crewe Road is for sale. Do we know if they are seeking a new headquarters? Also, can we find out how much they paid for this property when it was bought compared to what it is listed for?” Auntie’s answer: Actually, the property in question at 488 […]
Minister’s message for World Vaccination Week
(Minister for Health Dwayne Seymour): This month, from 21 to 28 April, the Cayman Islands and other countries in the region will celebrate the 16th Vaccination Week in the Americas, with a soccer theme in honour of the 2018 World Cup. The campaign slogan, “Strengthen your defence! #GetVax #VaccinesWork”, links strengthening defence on the football […]
Brac students show off math talent
(CNS Local Life): Continuing an initiative which began in 2010 by Layman E. Scott Sr High School on Cayman Brac to improve students’ math skills, the school recently held its ninth annual inter-house mathematics quiz, rewarding six young people with iPads for their efforts. A 2010 inspection report highlighting students’ poor performance in math compared […]
Concerned about official recycling efforts
With all the recent uncertainty surrounding the management at DEH, how can we be sure that what we place in the recycling bins around the island is actually being recycled? Auntie’s answer: I have not yet received a reply to your question from the Department of Environmental Health, but just this morning they sent out […]
Law firm donates to nine charities
(CNS Local Life): For the fifth year running, Appleby held its annual Charity Day, this time selecting nine non-profit organisations that fall within the child and family welfare, education and animal welfare categories to receive financial assistance. Each organisation had to demonstrate a genuine need for financial assistance, fit into one of the designated categories […]
Faith Hospital lab attains international accreditation
(CNS Local Life): The medical laboratory in Cayman Brac’s Faith Hospital has received international accreditation from the Joint Commission International (JCI). The accreditation and certification from JCI is recognised as the Gold Seal of Approval for international quality standards for patient care and service delivery.
Students begin financial services education
(CNS Local Life): The fourth annual Cayman Finance Student Education and Work Experience Programme launched recently with an orientation event for all of the programme’s stakeholders. Accepted into the 2018 programme were 60 Caymanian students from schools across the Islands, who will participate in 10 weeks of workshops and one-on-one mentorship sessions.
Plaque unveiling reveals decades-old family link
(CNS Local Life): The unveiling of a plaque last week by the National Trust for the Cayman Islands to mark the donation of land on Cayman Brac, also led to the discovery of a connection between the family who owned the property and Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, minister and MLA for Cayman Brac East.
Nail salon shines with donation to Crisis Centre
(CNS Local Life): A nail salon recently raised $600 for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre (CICC) through a campaign organised in honour of international women’s month. Cindy Oostvogels, owner of Polished, explained that during March customers were given 20% off pedicures for every $10 donated to the Crisis Centre.
Uber service might reduce drunk driving
I was wondering if an Uber-type taxi service would be allowed in Cayman? I believe the amount of drunk drivers on the road here in Cayman must partly be a reflection of the horrendous prices taxis charge and the lack of other viable alternatives. Auntie’s answer: This is another of those questions that has come […]
NDC opens office in Cayman Brac
(CNS Local Life): The National Drug Council (NDC) officially opened its Cayman Brac office last week during a visit by Minister for Health Dwayne Seymour. The office, which has been operating since last year, offers full-time services to all residents. Prior to the office opening last year, only limited services conducted by NDC staff visiting […]
NCAA tourney teams to headline Cayman Classic
(CNS Local Life): The second annual Cayman Islands Classic college basketball tournament, slated for 19-21 November, will feature four teams which recently competed at the 2018 NCAA Tournament. Clemson, Creighton, Georgia State and St Bonaventure will be among the eight teams participating in the invitational event in Cayman.
Athletes lauded for efforts at Commonwealth Games
(CNS Local Life): The 21 athletes who represented the Cayman Islands at the XXI Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia from 4-15 April have all returned home, being told that despite not winning any medals, they are still winners. Among the highlights for Team Cayman over the 11 days of the Games were sprinter Kemar […]
Youth footballers back on pitch
(CIFA): Games in the 2018 Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) youth leagues resumed this past Saturday, 14 April, with a number of key Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15 match-ups. In the Boys Under 11 league played at the Annex Field, Future SC’s Nahshon Ebanks and Caleb Fredricks scored four goals each as the […]
Brac meets DG’s 5K Challenge
(CNS Local Life): It was a double win for the Health Services Authority (HSA) at the 2018 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge on Cayman Brac, held Sunday, 15 April. HSA CEO Lizzette Yearwood took the title of overall fastest female for the third year running, while HSA anaesthetic technician Gregley Gayle scooped the trophy for overall fastest […]
