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Junior Batabano a cavalcade of colour
(CNS Local Life): The 15th annual Junior Batabano parade marched colourfully through George Town Saturday, 29 May, with a record number of entrants vying to be crowned top band. After a very close competition, Red Bay Primary School took the coveted “Band of the Year” award at this year’s event, whose overall theme was “It’s […]
Georgette Ebanks honoured for contributions
(CNS Local Life): Georgette Ebanks, a local icon whose name is associated with women gaining the right to vote, was recognised for her contributions to Cayman at a ceremony held at the Cayman Islands National Museum on 3 May. Surrounded by the museum’s board and staff, she was presented with the first-ever Ira Thompson Award […]
Youth Football Cup kicks off
(CNS Local Life): The 2017 Cayman Airways Invitational U15 Youth Football Cup got off to a solid start Tuesday, 2 May, with a full slate of five matches played in two islands. Groups A and B of the 12-team tournament are being played in Grand Cayman, while Group C is being contested in Cayman Brac.
Synchronised swimmers set to make a splash
(CNS Local Life): Synchronised swimming has found its way to Cayman, with a team representing the island competing this weekend at the Novice and Intermediate World Championships in Coral Springs, Florida. Also known as synchro, the Olympic sport combines meticulously coordinated acrobatics, swimming and dance routines performed to music. Since September, the Caymanites, a group […]
National Trust offers virtual tours of Mission House
(CNS Local Life): The National Trust for the Cayman Islands has launched a virtual walkthrough of the Mission House in Bodden Town. This fully interactive experience enables visitors to the National Trust’s website to gain 24/7 online access to this historic home and consists of a set of high-resolution 360-degree panoramic images that users can […]
Riders show off jumping skills
(CNS Local Life): The Cayman Island Equestrian Federation (CIEF) hosted the third leg of its National Jumping Series on 30 April which consists of four different show jumping competitions held during the season, beginning in November and ending in June, and culminates with a champion and reserve champion being named in each category at the […]
Ag stamp set cultivates a following
(CNS Local Life): The latest set of Cayman Islands’ postage stamps, highlighting local agriculture, has been attracting interest both locally and overseas since the release at the end of March. Three of the seven stamps are dedicated to the memories and contributions of Mercherito Chantilope, John Bothwell and Kent “Biggie” Rankin. The other four stamps […]
Crowds get to eye Hurricane Hunter up close
(CNS Local Life): About 1,000 people, comprising students from 12 different schools and members of the public, took advantage of a rare opportunity to tour a Hurricane Hunter aircraft on Wednesday, 26 April. The plane made a one-day stop at Owen Roberts International Airport’s General Aviation Terminal yesterday to promote hurricane readiness. The crowds were […]
Cayman’s young swimmers pass Olympic-sized test
(CNS Local Life): The next generation of swimmers from all three Cayman Islands clubs competed in Olympic-sized 50-metre pools at Florida meets held 21-23 April. Representing Cayman were 43 swimmers, aged 8 through 17 years old, with close to half of those participating 10 and under. Seven Mile Swimmers (SMS) and Stingray Swim Club (SSC) […]
Record numbers take up DG’s 5K Challenge
(CNS Local Life): There was a sea of blue T-shirts in George Town Sunday, 30 April, as walkers and runners took part in the 2017 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge. Wearing the event’s signature colour, participants helped raise money for this year’s chosen charity, the YMCA of the Cayman Islands. More than 1,800 people registered for […]
New van helps drive dog rescues
(CNS Local Life): Canines rescued by One Dog at a Time (ODAAT) can now ride in style thanks to the purchase of a van funded by various sponsors. The group, which started four years ago and is run solely by volunteers, relies heavily on public support and various fundraisers to operate, as it awaits approval […]
Juniors ready to hit the road for Batabano
(CNS Local Life): Now in its 15th year, Junior Batabano is set to hit the streets of George Town on Saturday, 29 April, with eight local schools, two junior masquerade bands and more than 300 children and teens joining the parade. “From the Batabano planning committee and costume designers, to the school teachers, parents and, of […]
CIAA employee navigates new career path
(CNS Local Life): As part of its focus on developing staff, the Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) recently selected airport security officer Jehu Rivers to work in the air traffic control (ATC) unit. He was encouraged to apply for an ATC trainee position that was advertised and, following a competitive recruitment process, Rivers was chosen […]
Aall Foundation donates to Manna Centre
(CNS Local Life): The Aall Foundation has contributed US$15,000 to support the humanitarian work of the Manna Centre, a community medical, social welfare and legal advisory agency expected to open later this year in the Savannah area. The centre will also administer a depot for storage and distribution of dry goods, clothing and medication.
Footloose steps on stage at the Playhouse
(CNS Local Life): Tickets are now on sale for the Cayman Drama Society (CDS) production of “Footloose – The Musical”. The show, with lyrics by Dean Pitchford and music by Tom Snow, is based on the 1980s hit film. With a cast of more than 30 performers, the show will be presented at the Prospect Playhouse […]
UWC names 2017 Caymanian scholars
(CNS Local Life): The United World Colleges (UWC) global educational movement has accepted three more Caymanian students to begin programmes in the upcoming school year. Courtney Thomas, Elijah Samson and Tiana Marley McCoy join current Caymanian scholars Ayanda Jones (UWC – Red Cross Nordic, Norway ’18), Julian Menkó (UWC – US ’18) and Chanelle Scott (UWC – […]
Brackers come out for DG’s 5K challenge
(CNS Local Life): The 2017 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge kicked off Sunday, 23 April, with the first part of the event held on Cayman Brac. Almost 150 people took part in the walk/run, including a number of participants who travelled from Grand Cayman for the occasion. The Grand Cayman race takes place Sunday, 30 April, […]
Cadets move into permanent home
(CNS Local Life): The Cayman Islands Cadet Corps (CICC) moved into its permanent headquarters on Middle Road, George Town, earlier this month. Sited near the CTMH Doctors Hospital, the facility was funded by the Ministry for Community Affairs, Youth and Sports, following extensive renovation managed by the Public Works Department. The building contains meeting rooms, ample […]
