Archive for July, 2018
EY names 2018 scholarship recipient
(CNS Local Life): EY Cayman has awarded Selena Ross its 2018 scholarship, which will be used to fund her current attendance at the University of Surrey in London as she pursues her undergraduate studies in accounting and finance and, upon graduation next year, her master’s degree.
Kirk Market goes green for the reefs
(Auntie): After an article published this week on CNS about Hawaii banning sunscreen toxic to coral reefs, CNS put out a call to let us know about any retail outlets that stock safe brands. I am glad to share that Kirk Market has a variety of these products for sale, and for that, I am […]
New assistant chief officer named
(CNS Local Life): The Ministry of Human Resources and Immigration has appointed Danielle Roberts as the new assistant chief officer, where she is responsible for coordinating the implementation of strategies, policies and procedures to support good governance, internal controls and service delivery.
Immigration manager granted top employee nod
(CNS Local Life): Department of Immigration (DOI) Acting Finance Manager Shushan O’Connor has been named the Cayman Islands Government Employee of the Month for May. She received certificates and a cheque from Acting Governor Franz Manderson and Ministry of Human Resources and Immigration Chief Officer Wesley Howell Friday, 5 July, for “creating an exceptional customer […]
Former overstayer wants to visit Cayman
I have a friend who, 13 years ago, when he was 19, was “deported” because his employer held his passport and when he asked immigration for more time they informed him that he had overstayed (it wasn’t more than three months). Immigration then allowed him to stay one more week. He didn’t serve any jail […]
Caymanian filmmaker seeks crowdfunding help
(CNS Local Life): Local production company Awesome Productions has launched a crowdfunding campaign after shooting the short film Luna’s Ring in Cuba. In addition to helping to recoup some of its filming expenses, the money would be used to assist the team compose an original soundtrack, as well as produce a behind-the-scenes documentary on the […]
Optimists aid awareness of childhood cancer
(CNS Local Life): The Optimist Club of George Town hosted their inaugural 2018 Cayman Gospel Song Competition and fundraising concert last month to create awareness of childhood cancer and raise money for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society. Club president Elaine Harris said the event, held 16 June at the Lions Centre, also provided a platform […]
Corporate support for National Trust camp
(CNS Local Life): The National Trust for the Cayman Islands has announced that Butterfield Group will be sponsoring its annual summer camp, aimed at educating children about Cayman’s cultural and historic heritage. The “Heritage Heroes” camp, set for 23 July to 3 August, will take place at Dart Park.
CITA names Stingray Tourism Awards nominees
(CNS Local Life): Nominations have been announced for the Cayman Stingray Tourism Awards, organised by the Cayman Islands Tourism Association [CITA], which will take place 17 July and are now in their15th year. The winners of employee and manager of the year for each sector, along with the Diamond and Rising Star awards will receive […]
Motorcycles should stay in their lane
I very frequently notice motorcycles and scooters driving down the middle of the road and in the bicycle lanes in an apparent effort to evade traffic. Is this practice legal? If so, how does it affect other drivers’ “right of way” within their lane position? If there was an accident, how is fault assigned as […]
Dog-rescue charity opens thrift shop
(CNS Local Life): The One Dog at a Time (ODAAT) charity has set up a thrift shop that will be open on Saturdays from 10am-4pm, and Wednesdays, from 11am-4pm throughout the summer. The ‘New To You’ boutique will be stocked with designer clothes as well as hats, shoes and jewellery, with additional wares introduced every […]
Rotary foots bill for Crisis Centre World Cup campaign
(CNS Local Life): The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre (CICC) has launched a public awareness campaign to promote the shelter during the World Cup, with the Rotary Club of Grand Cayman financing the initiative with a $1,000 donation. The non-profit centre, which provides support and shelter to victims of domestic abuse, launched this campaign to remind […]
Cayman’s swimmers earn 14 medals
(CNS Local Life): Cayman’s National Swim Team came home last week with 14 medals from the Central American and Caribbean Swimming Confederation (CCCAN) Championships held in Aruba, clocking 10 national and CIASA records, and a CCCAN record, and notching 46 personal bests in 67 swims. Overall, CCCAN hosted 550 swimmers across all disciplines and close […]
Volunteer options for students showcased
(CNS Local Life): More than 700 students from six high schools attended the Cayman Islands’ first-ever Student Volunteer Fair at the John Gray High School Gymnasium on Friday, 22 June. Organised by the Youth Services Unit (YSU) of the Ministry of Education, the fair, designed to fulfil a need by bringing together students with many […]
Ask Auntie Award for Department of Immigration
(Auntie): The questions I have received so far during the life of this column have covered topics ranging from bats to licence plates to garbage to white butterflies. But some subjects definitely come up more often than others, and one of the most frequent has been anything to do with the Department of Immigration.
St Matthew’s boosts Cayman Heart Fund
(CNS Local Life): St Matthew’s University recently made a donation to the Cayman Heart Fund (CHF), taken from funds collected from cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and basic life support (BLS) classes the university offers throughout the year. Dr Qing Zhong, instructor and coordinator for the programme, said, “Our goal is to work together with CHF to […]
Kids hoops competition to score for NCVO
(CNS Local Life): The fourth annual Shooting Stars 3-on-3 basketball tournament is set for Saturday, 29 July, at the Camana Bay Arts and Recreation Centre, with funds raised benefiting the National Council of Voluntary Organisation’s (NCVO) Caring Cousins Lunch Support Programme. The NCVO and broadcaster Star 92.7 are once again partnering to hold the event, […]
Cayman delegation attends REG Conference
(CNS Local Life): Red Ensign Group (REG) members from across the world recently converged on the Bailiwick of Guernsey to discuss maritime matters of interest. The 30th anniversary of the 2018 REG Conference was attended by delegates from all 13 of the group’s British Ship Registry jurisdictions including the UKK, the British Overseas Territories and […]
