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After a distinguished career spanning 40 years, Collector of Customs, Mr. Carlon Powery, MBE, JP, will be retiring on 31 May 2012.

Twelve new recruits recently became Junior Customs Officers, following four weeks’ intensive training.

Moms and kids came out to celebrate Child Month’s Mother & Child Evening across Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac last Wednesday (9 May).

Child Month festivities kicked off with Celebrity Reading Day sessions at all preschools on 1 May (Tuesday) followed by a Nutritional Scavenger Hunt on 5 May (Saturday).

Don’t be alarmed if you see hurricane shutters being erected on numerous Government buildings and hurricane shelters in Grand Cayman this Thursday, 10 May 2012.

The Minister of Health the Hon Mark Scotland launched the country’s first-ever health risk factor survey – Healthy Nation 2012 – this week (Monday, 30 April) calling it a proud moment for his ministry

The Economics and Statistics Office (ESO) is urging local businesses to fill out and return questionnaires for the System of National Accounts (SNA) and Balance of Payments (BOP) surveys by Friday Apr

Besides being the most adorable and precious gifts on earth, there are many other reasons to celebrate the lives of children.

Visits to Hazard Management Cayman Islands (HMCI) and the Department of Environment (DoE), were the first two items on the agenda for Overseas Territories Minister, Mr.

Minister for the Overseas Territories Henry Bellingham arrived on Grand Cayman Wednesday evening (18 April) on his first visit to the Cayman Islands.

‘Committed, passionate, courageous, driven and loving’ are some words that describe the character of the two ladies who now hold the top positions at the Department of Children and Family Services (DC

The UK Member of Parliament (MP) who successfully lobbied to get British Overseas Territories’ flags due recognition in the UK was recognised for his efforts, on the steps of the Legislative Assembly

Honouring Women’s Month could not have ended any other way.

With the third Inter-secondary Schools Track and Field Championships kicking off next week, the country’s young athletic stars are wrapping up their groundwork as they prepare to run, jump and throw f

Two events this month have brought renewed optimism to the issue of youth rehabilitation in the Cayman Islands.

Cayman Invitational, a professional track and field meet featuring world-class athletes, will take place in May on Grand Cayman.

Four young sailors from the Cayman Sailing Programme are ready to set sail and make waves in this year’s Race Cayman 2012, proving the success of the Ministry of Sports and the Cayman Islands Sailing

Youth Parliamentarians participated in a core democratic activity when they established their presence in the Legislative Assembly today (Monday, 12 March).

As a beneficiary of Government’s Nation Building Fund, professional squash player Cameron Stafford looks forward to advancing his skills by training and participating in ten tournaments back to back i

Freight monitoring and border protection in the Cayman Islands received a major boost when the Premier and Minister of Finance, Tourism and Development, the Hon. W.

Having to move because of the airport expansion, the Cayman Islands Sport Shooting Association, popularly known as the Gun Club, had no place to go. Now it has.

Women of the Cayman Islands are being recognized during the 14th annual Honouring Women Month (HWM) observance in March.

Message from Family Resource Centre by Programme Coordinator, Miriam Foster

Stop and Smell the Roses!

The Ministry of Community Affairs, Gender and Housing has appointed five members to serve on Cayman’s first Gender Equality Tribunal (GET).

A Philippine Government delegation from its Washington, DC Embassy visited with top Cayman Islands officials this week, with a view to establishing stronger relations and addressing the needs of its n

With a new non-intrusive inspection system (NIIS) days away from going operational, the Customs Department will soon put into action its long standing goal of inspecting every container that arrives o

The fruits of fundraising by Anytime Fitness at Camana Bay reached the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Monday, 30 January. The funds are for Child Month slated for May this year.

Government’s learn-to-swim programme is back on track with the newly-appointed Coach Chester Hurlston promising to make a big splash.

Selfless service to their communities, and outstanding execution of civic duty were recognised last evening, Saturday, 21 January, during an informal evening reception for the 2012 Heroes Day honouree

One room schoolhouses may now be a thing of the past for the Cayman Islands. However the memories and nostalgia for these humble beginnings are still present.

Single women trying to raise a child or children on their own can find it difficult to enhance their career prospects.

Caymanian recruits Kristi Anderson and Martin Wilkinson bring experience and creativity to government’s communications team.

After 26 years as a public servant, the time has come to say goodbye.

Senior citizens, relatives and friends got into the holiday spirit earlier this week (19 December) during the West Bay Senior Citizens Christmas Party.

Teachers have the greatest impact on students’ learning and performance, and now, to ensure consistency and promote excellence throughout the government school system, there are national professional

Just in time for the season the Sunrise Adult Training Centre has received a brand new bus that enables it to transport clients with ease and convenience on the Cayman roads.

It’s all about the bragging rights as annual spelling bees brought out the best of the best from Cayman’s primary and secondary schools.

Christmas came early for over 150 children from all districts on Grand Cayman, thanks to the joint efforts of the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), Island Princess cruise ship, the Premier’

Sharla Barnes is the first recipient of the Legal Befrienders programme's Lee A. Freeman Service Award for compassion and generosity to those in need.

Senior citizens, relatives and caregivers, socialized last week at the combined Seniors Bash and Annual Christmas Banquet.

As a guide to employers and employees, the Department of Employment Relations has issued the following clarification on the coming public holidays this Christmas and New Year.

The United States Coast Guard Cutter Venturous is visiting Grand Cayman this week. The vessel arrives on Tuesday, 6 September, and departs on Friday, 9 December.

Residents were recently invited to serve on Cayman’s first ever Gender Equality Tribunal (GET), which is being established to support the recently-launched campaign to promote gender equality between

Giving Boys the Best Possible Start in Life and promoting positive male role models was the focus of the first-ever International Men’s Day celebration.

Henry Bellingham MP, Minister for the Overseas Territories, hosted the Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) on 23-24 November 2011 in London with Premiers, Chief Ministers and other electe

With the publication of the first detailed statistical report, a new level of transparency has begun into the complex operations of the Department of Immigration.

The Ministry of Community Affairs, Gender and Housing launched a public education campaign on gender equality on Saturday, 19 November 2011.

Lauding the voluntary members for their civic mindedness, the Premier, the Hon. W.

Primary school students in comfy pyjamas enjoyed bedtime stories with their moms and dads last night (Thursday, 17 November) at George Town Public Library.

Department of Immigration officials have intercepted 17 Cuban migrants – 16 males and one female – after their boat ran aground off Cayman Brac on Saturday night, 14 November.

With two contracts now awarded to European companies and a construction tender going out locally, the Cayman Islands’ Doppler weather radar station will truly be an international effort, reflecting th

Delaying Cabinet for a few hours, several members of the Cayman Islands Government helped clients and staff at the Sunrise Adult Training Centre (SRC) celebrate a milestone -- their 25th anniversary.

Excitement grows as some 5,000 Government primary and high school students anticipate the start of activities for the 15-18 November Literacy Week celebration.

From mature adults to some younger workers, 13 new Immigration Department recruits were welcomed into the ranks today (Monday, 7 November) by top officials.

Sunrise Adult Training Centre (SRC) clients and staff invite the community to join them in marking their 25th year as an institution.

At a packed special court sitting on Wednesday (26 October) to bid Chief Magistrate Margaret Ramsay-Hale goodbye, speakers led by the Chief Justice, the Hon.

Attendees at a public meeting in West Bay yesterday (Tuesday, 25 October) raised several concerns they want the UK to take into account when preparing the next White Paper for the Overseas Territories

The Premier, the Hon. W. McKeeva Bush, formally presented Government’s commitment to the restoration of the house of internationally renowned visionary artist, Mrs. Gladwyn K.

The Ministry of Community Affairs, Gender and Housing has appointed a new Board of Directors to the National Housing Development Trust (NHDT).

Members include:

Rayal Bodden Chairman

Minister for Sports the Hon. Mark Scotland congratulated the Fraser brothers as the pair made international headlines this week after their tour de force at the Pan Am Games in Mexico.

The National Energy Policy Committee (NEPC) will provide business leaders with an overview of its work to date on Wednesday, 26 October 2011, at 3 p.m.

A new Ford 550 Super Duty bus (F550), custom-built for the Lighthouse School, means more community-based learning opportunities for the school’s physically challenged students.

Although his new home was being visited by government leaders, six-year-old Raseah Bodden was more impressed with having “windows that I can look out of”.

His Excellency the Governor Duncan Taylor yesterday (Monday, 10 October 2011) formally assented to the Gender Equality Bill.

Thirty-two early childhood practitioners are learning the basics of child development in an Early Childhood Care and Education Unit (ECCE) hosted early-years introduction course.

The rights of West Bayers, as well as their obligations under the constitution, will be discussed next week during the continuing round of official visits.

Attorneys General from seven Overseas Territories (OTs) gather in Grand Cayman for three days this week.

Parents took over for a couple hours yesterday (5 October) at schools across the Cayman Islands, while their children’s teachers and support assistants were thanked and feted.

As a regional outbreak persists, public health officials have confirmed a local case of dengue fever most probably imported from the Bahamas by a returning resident.

Dozens of people who coach, instruct and mentor youths were recognized during a reception held in their honour on Saturday, 1 October.

Following a full day of talks with Government officials the Information Commissioner’s Office wrapped up International Right to Know Day (Wednesday, 28 September) with a reception to recognize the doz

Public Health officials have confirmed clusters of chickenpox cases in two schools in the past week and are asking parents to keep sick children home to stop a further spread.

Every year on 5th October teachers across the globe are celebrated by their employers, students, parents, communities and teaching organisations.

With the rising incidence of dengue fever in the Americas, especially the Bahamas, Cayman’s public health officials have issued a travel advisory as they closely monitor for local presence of the dise

Long-time foster parent Ann Haven today (Thursday, 15 September) received a new Hyundai vehicle – courtesy of the Aall Foundation – which will assist her in caring for foster children in her care, inc

From a field of nearly 50 applicants, 25 young adults were selected for the Ministry of Education’s latest 12-week employment-skills training initiative Passport2Success.

His Excellency the Governor Duncan Taylor has made the following announcement today (Friday, 16 September).

A 200 pound female green turtle got another lease on life last week (Wednesday, 7 September) after a joint operation by the police and the Department of Environment (DoE) thwarted poachers who tied he

Education, Training and Employment Minister, the Hon. Rolston Anglin, JP, spent a few moments of his day reading with George Town Primary School Year 4 and 5 students on Thursday, 8 September.

Ground was broken Tuesday (6 September) for the Esterley Tibbetts Highway extension.

The Cayman Islands will join the region in observing the annual Caribbean Wellness Day on Saturday, 10 September.

Some 100 students and cultural representatives, as well as government ministers, MLAs and educators, came together yesterday (Monday, 5 September) to launch a cultural immersion programme for schoolch

While attending the recent Early Childhood Care and Education Unit (ECCE) launch, some 40 representatives from pre-schools and nurseries heard that work was already underway on legislation and regulat

While attending the recent Early Childhood Care and Education Unit (ECCE) launch, some 40 representatives from pre-schools and nurseries heard that work was already underway on legislation and regulat

Though proud and showy in the wild, Red Lionfish make delicious dishes and are now served in Cayman’s best restaurants.

In anticipation of the new school year the Minister of Education the Hon. Rolston Anglin on Friday, 26 August outlined his ministry’s priorities to the country’s educators.

A slate of new teachers was yesterday (Tuesday, 23 August) welcomed into the public education service during a special reception and orientation session.

Dozens of Young Nation-builders Programme (YNBP) scholarship overseas scholarship recipients came together last week, along with family members and government officials.

Twenty-one Support Towards Autonomy Retraining and Self Sufficiency (STARSS) programme participants sought work by attending a public-private sector mini-job fair recently.

This summer the Ministry of Education, Training and Employment has engaged nine interns as part of government’s student employment programme.

The Cayman Islands National Archive (CINA) building has been renamed in memory of Dr. Philip E. Pedley, who passed away last year.

Inmates continue to take advantage of education opportunities under the penal system’s rehabilitation programme – and according to reports, exam successes are increasing.

Minister of Health, Environment, Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon.

Since the Creek Post Office re-opened last month, area residents can now access an ample supply of post boxes and related services.

Persons awaiting outcomes of immigration decisions or appeals may be eligible to continue “working by operation of law” (WOL) if specific requirements under the law are met.

Pieces of pottery, tiles and chicken bones were amongst items retrieved during a recent archaeological dig by participants in a Cayman Islands National Museum archaeology camp.

Proposed new legislation by the Ministry of Community, Gender Affairs and Housing (CA&H) will pave the way for the Cayman Islands to join the 187 countries around the world that have ratified the Conv

Cayman’s under-19 rugby team recaptured the Caribbean championship in fierce competition and were today (Tuesday, 26 July) personally congratulated by Premier the Hon.

A mock overview of “disaster” conditions took place today (Monday, 25 July), as officers from the visiting RFA Wave Ruler took local officials on an aerial assessment of Grand Cayman – as would occur

Patrick Comrie is a typical 17-year-old, yet over the past 24 months he’s instructed more than 150 teachers and students in the Cayman Islands Government’s education system to use the reading assistan

The Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel RFA Wave Ruler is to revisit Grand Cayman between 22 and 26 July, before calling on Cayman Brac for a day.

Monday, 4 June 2012 will be celebrated as a public holiday in the Cayman Islands in honour of Her Majesty the Queen’s diamond jubilee.

To ensure that its administrative and uniformed staff members stay current on all areas of the immigration law and regulations, a series of workshops was recently held at the Department of Immigration

After sharing their need for a new photocopier with Bodden Town Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), Bodden Town Primary School (BTPS) Principal Centoya Cacho welcomed a new Ricoh MP C3001 colou

Cayman’s Special Olympics athletes were today (Wednesday, 6 July) greeted on their victorious return from the Special Olympics Summer World Games in Athens, Greece.

Cayman’s second annual Constitution Week celebration kicks off on Constitution Day, Monday, 4 July, also a public holiday.

This year the Cayman Islands Public Library Services’ Summer Reading Programme will feature Kwame Alexander, a special international guest.

As researchers of the Darwin Initiative wrap up their second year of field work, the Department of Environment (DOE) gets ready to go public with results from the first comprehensive scientific review

2012’s Cayman Islands public holidays have been confirmed by the Deputy Governor’s Office.

New Year’s Day will be observed on Monday, 02 January, as is customary when a holiday falls on a Sunday.

Last week, it was Cayman Brac’s turn to laud long-serving government veterans and hand out some well-deserved awards.

The Ministry of Education, Training and Employment and Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) have collaborated on an enhanced scholarship award opportunity for young Caymanians. Sealing the deal, both entities s