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Tai Chi classes continue at CASK Karate until next week. Young female Rugby enthusiasts can look out for a two day camp as early as next week Monday and Tuesday. And Rising Stars now hold the 2021 Mixed Netball League Title.

Omicron variant detected in a traveller in isolation/quarantine. A press briefing is scheduled for tomorrow at 2pm. The Central Planning Authority considers an application for Hurley's to build a store on Walker's Road in George Town. There are some objectors to the project worried about the impact on residents in the area.  #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands #rcnews

-Cayman’s top youth sailors are competing at the 2021 Youth Sailing World Champions this week. -Seven weeks of Mixed Netball action came down to 2 very important finals with four top teams going head to head. -The 2021 Coconut Cup was a huge success for the Camana Bay Aquatic Club as they walked away with almost 5 thousand points to claim first place.

16 people showed up to take part in the first “All About Athletics” Seminar over the weekend! CIFA has agreed to sponsor the referees for the Academy’s Christmas Cup! Cayman Rugby Executive implements a new policy between the two formats of the game!

CBC says three migrants arrive in Cayman Brac Heritage or a Parking Lot?  The Central Planning Authority meets to determine which path to take. Cabinet agrees to extend discounts for micro and small business fees. Governor Roper sends the Chief Medical Officer off with a run. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

A MAN AND WOMAN ARE FORMALLY CHARGED AFTER A HAND GUN AND AMMUNITION ARE FOUND AT A BODDEN TOWN RESIDENCE   COVID RELATED CHANGES FOR TRAVELLERS AND A NEW LOCATION FOR COVID VACCINATION AND TESTING CLINICS AND THE MISSION HOUSE SHARES A CAYMAN TRADITION WITH A WHOLE NEW GENERATION.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands

Cayman suffers another loss to a top Mexico side in the Rugby America’s North Men’s 15s tournament in Mexico City on the weekend. Local basketball junior Jaheil Henry stars at the DME Basketball Academy tournament at Daytona Beach and collects the MVP trophy. Academy’s Christmas Cup kicked off over the weekend with Academy and Elite beginning the season on a winning note.

Police issue a statement after a West Bay man is convicted of possession of child pornography.  Highlights from Parliament including an update from Planning Department. and owning your own mental health.  The 37th Annual Foster’s 800m Sea swim saw 82 swimmers of all ages take to the water to compete in the annual event. The Mixed Netball League final is tomorrow And the Cayman Islands At...

Swim Coach Takes Responsibility in the lack of mental preparation for the PanAm Jr athletes Cayman Islands Athletics Association to host “All About Athletics” Seminar this weekend. CIFA President plans to turn Cayman into a top Football nation during his next four years at the helm.

Lawmakers pass the 2022-2023 budget  for the Cayman islands after a week of debate and two days of finance committee. One of the main highlights of the budget was the announcement that there would be no new fees or taxes levied.  Two men are under arrest after a vessel and drugs are recovered in East End. This morning a body was found which police believe is likely the third member of th...

Police want the public to stop sharing a video depicting sexual abuse.  Today's covid update. The Speaker of the House on the Parliamentary Code of Conduct and an update on community policing in East End.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

Today's Covid Update A man is found unresponsive in George Town. Police make an appeal for information after ammunition for assault weapons is found in the community.  Finance committee approves funds for law enforcement and the coast guard but MPS also have a few "asks' for the Commissioner.  Miss World Cayman Islands opens applications for 2022-2023 edition. #rcnews #radiocayman #cayma...

ONE MAN IS DEAD AND FOUR OTHERS IN THE HOSPITAL AFTER A CRASH OVERNIGHT. THE MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT FOR RED BAY SAYS GOVERNMENT IS MOVING TOO SLOWLY WHEN IT COMES TO PROCESSING WORK PERMITS WHICH WILL SEND THE TOURISM INDUSTRY INTO FREE FALL.  CREWS EXTINGUISH ANOTHER FIRE AT THE LANDFILL. 

We'll have today's Covid update and a look at the weekly trends. More vaccines for Covid are on the way. ..and details on a new housing scheme announced in Parliament this week.  Plus, athletics and syncho at the Pan Am Games. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands

The Ministry of Health and Wellness announces has new rules for covid positive travelers. The Ministry of Tourism gets 38 million dollar budget for marketing. And a past premier questions the current government’s decision to reopen borders. #rcnews #caymanislands #radiocayman

The former Health Minister crosses the aisle to the PACT Government. Our coverage of the proceedings in the House of Parliament continues as the Premier highlights concerns about community safety.  Colours Caribbean heads to Court. Carifta Gold Medalist Lacee Barnes throws a second time all-time best at inaugural junior Pan American Games. Cayman's National Cyclist is gearing up to compete at...

Health Minister The Honorable Sabrina Turner voices concern on new covid variant. With borders now reopened The Honorable Wayne Panton announces plans underway to improve transportation in the Cayman Islands.. Minister, the Honorable Kenneth Bryan discusses a shift in focus to come from foreign workers to stronger promotion and opportunities for Caymanians. #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMANISLANDS #CAYMANISLAN...

DEBATE GETS UNDERWAY ON THE BUDGET PRESENTATION. THE OPPOSITION SAYS THE PACT BUDGET IS DISREGARDING THE LONG TERM FINANCIAL INTEREST OF THE ISLANDS DUE TO MASSIVE BORROWING.  THE PREMIER SAYS HIS GOVERNMENT PLANS TO ADDRESS ECONOMIC INEQUALITY THROUGH A SERIES OF MEASURES INCLUDING A REVIEW OF THE MINIMUM WAGE. MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT EXPRESS CONDOLENCES IN THE HOUSE ON THE PASSING OF ROY CHAR...

Congratulations are in order for Jillian Crooks, Jordan Crooks, and Kyra Rabess shine bright in the 2021 Junior Pan American Games in Cali, Colombia Caymanian Cyclist, Nathaniel Forbes will begin competition this week in Cali Colombia for the Inaugural junior Pan American Championships.  Former Cayman Basketball player Joshua O’Garro who plays for the San Jose Spartans Men's Basketball team s...

The Throne Speech. The Budget Policy Statement. No new fees. Plus - Pan Am Games and all your local sports. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

A search and rescue operation is underway after a report of vessel in distress. Cayman Airways announces the return of Havana flights. The pension holiday is extended. The Flag Bearers for the Cayman Islands contingent at the 2021 Inaugural Pan American Championships are announced  Cayman Swimming will send 4 swimmers to represent Cayman at the FINA World Short Course Championships in Abu Dha...

Today's Covid update Cabinet agrees to allow a cruise ship in port near the end of the year. A wanted man is charged after threatening police. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands 

Members of Parliament prepare for the budget address and the Governor for the Throne speech.  Concern from the Chief Medical Officer after an increase in Covid hospitalisations.  With thousands of lateral flow tests in circulation right now, the Department of Environmental Health says its important to dispose of the tests properly.  In local sports, tonight focus on the Cayman Islan...

And the winner is... a $100,000 prize for getting fully vaccinated for Covid 19. More on the reopening and why the Tourism Minister wants returning residents to be extra careful. Government announces the Christmas NiCE initiative... a program offering two weeks of work to unemployed Caymanians or their spouses. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #caymannews

· All eyes are on Cayman’s athletes as they compete at the first ever Junior Pan American Games in Cali, Colombia this month · The Family Resource Center’s 3rd Annual International Men’s Day is deemed a success by organizers · 9 days to go…before your opportunity to hit the road for one of the biggest sporting events in the Cayman Islands