Radio Cayman News

Police identify victim in fatal collision. Permanent Residency grants are revoked after holders are late with their payments. A commandant and deputy Commandant are formally appointed to Cayman’s coast guard by His Excellency Governor Martyn Roper. #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMAN #CAYMANISLANDS

Air Canada suspends flights to Grand Cayman. Tourism Minister discusses option of alternative routes for Canadians to travel to Grand Cayman. New appointments of Acting Director and Acting Deputy Director to the Department of Community Rehabilitation. #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMAN #CAYMANISLANDS

After a long break Courtney Myles re-claims his seat as President of the Cayman Islands Cricket Association. The Cayman Rugby Football Union is looking forward to local and international competition this year. Karate classes have resumed this week at CASK. The CIFA Women and Men Charity Shield Matches will be played this Sunday, 9 January 2022 at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex.

Leader of the Opposition commends two progressives’ party members on their prestigious awards from the UK. Cabinet approves financial aid to continue Cayman’s sustainability and climate resiliency plan. 2 assaults and 1 discovery of ammunition just this week. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands

The Cayman Rugby Union is looking forward to more local and international competition this year. Academy Sports Club is gearing up for the Football season starting this month. A local Basketball coach finds a new and exciting way to encourage kids to play ball and show up at school. Save the date or the stride against Cancer walk run this month

Several Local sports Associations across the island share their plans for the New Year

The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service investigate a stalker attack. Cabinet approves Ministry grants to nonprofit organisations. The Central Planning Authority meets tomorrow. #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMAN #CAYMANISLANDS

The South Sound Squash Club discusses with Radio Cayman their Junior Program and the opportunity it presents for those who take part to compete on a national and international level. #RADIOCAYMAN #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMANSPORTS

Her Majesty confers Knighthood on former Premier Alden McLaughlin. Police search for a missing woman and infant. The number of suspected cases of Omicron variant continue to rise. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands

Changes to the closing hours and last call for retail bars and restaurants. The Tourism Accommodation Tax returns. Government's initiatives to improve support for differently abled adults. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

Police investigate a church break-in and ask for the public's help to find a stolen car.  A vessel in distress gets a helping hand from the Coast Guard. A look at the state of the financial services industry.  Organisers of an annual tradition - find a way to celebrate and share in spite of Covid restrictions. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

Interim Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Autilia Newton says Public Health is keeping a close eye on international guidance for Covid 19. Police respond to a call of a man with a weapon and wind up arresting a woman on drug charges New tools will help the islands better monitor tidal patterns. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

Hundreds of Civil and public servants were devoted to improving their health and performance by participating in the CIG Wellness Committee Virgin Pulse Health Program. The Stride Against Cancer is next month.

PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICIALS CONFIRM MORE OMICRON CASES AND REVEAL THERE ARE MORE SUSPECTED CASES IN THE MIX. THE PREMIER SAYS IT IS IMPORTANT TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS SAFETY.  POLICE INVESTIGATE A ROBBERY - TWO MEN ON A MOTORCYCLE WITH A GUN *AND* ARE APPEALING TO THE PUBLIC FOR ASSISTANCE IN A HIT AND RUN INVOLVING A PEDESTRIAN.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

Cabinet approves a special one off payment to civil service pensioners.  The number of suspected omicron cases continues to climb and school inspections are postponed until later next year.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

A local Basketball coach finds a new and exciting way to encourage kids to play ball and rock out at school too.

UK agency says Pfizer vaccine in appropriate dosage is safe and effective in children aged 5 to 11. A supplier issue has the Cayman Blood Bank appealing for donors right before Christmas. What the new budget could mean for curbside recycling in Cayman... and Firetrucks... motorcycles and toys for tots. #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands #rcnews

Future sports club walked away with the inaugural Academy Sports Club Christmas Cup defeating Roma United 1-0 at the Academy Play Field

AN EARLY MORNING FIRE THREATENS A RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY. THE RCIPS FINANCIAL CRIME INVESTIGATION UNIT SAY ITS NOTICED  RECENT SPIKE IN HOLIDAY SCAMS AND ARE ADVISING THE PUBLIC TO BE ON GUARD.  THE TOTAL VALUE OF BUILDING PERMITS FELL NEARLY 4 PERCENT IN TEH FIRST OF THE YEAR - DRIVEN BY DECLINES IN BOTH THE RESIDENT AND COMMERCIAL SECTORS.   #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMAN #CAYMANNEWS #CAYMANI...

The Athletics season took off over the weekend with the Odd Distance Track & Field Meet which saw approximately 60 athletes turn up to compete. Day 2 of the Christmas Girls Rugby Camp ended in fine style.

Omicron concerns impact local holiday events. An update on the field hospital. What local economic data is showing.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands

Over 50 young girls are eager for day 2 of the Christmas Girls Rugby Camp after day 1 got off to an exciting start at the South Sound Rugby Club this morning. Academy Sports Club Men’s Christmas Cup results are in and Cayman Tennis Academy’s After-School program is starting back soon.

Early closures for bars and nightclubs effectively immediately. Government to review policy on unvaccinated children coming to the islands as visitors. Heavy equipment overturns at the Grand Harbour Roundabout. #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands #rcnews

The Cayman Islands Athletics Association will open the season with the anticipated Odd Distance Event Track and Field Meet this weekend! Artistic Swimming will hold their annual figures testing this weekend! Cayman Rugby has been in negotiations about raising the level of Amateur Rugby in the region! And the new TD for Netball sends an uplifting message to the losing teams of the Mixed Netball Lea...

In response to Omicron, Cayman's Government decides to implement some changes to help slow the spread - among them midnight closing for bars and nightclubs.  The islands have one confirmed Omicron but 10 others are suspected cases. The Tourism Minister announces a $500 additional stipend for displaced tourism workers over the holidays.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews