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The Chief Medical Officer, Dr John Lee, reports 181 COVID-19 tests have been carried out since this was last reported on Wednesday, 23 September.   A major cocaine haul in the Caribbean for the Royal Navy - thanks in part to the RFA Argus support ship - which was recently in Cayman.  The Argus crew picked up 11 packages of cocaine during an operation in conjunction with the U.S. Coa...

No new positives for Covid 19.  Police and representatives of the LGBTQ+ community meet to air concerns and chart a path forward.  The infrastructure Minister proposes a trial of a "Hop On, Hop Off" bus service in Downtown George Town and two Green Sea turtles are released into the wild.  #rcnews #radiocaymanheadlines #caymanislands

No new positives for Covid 19.  Government explores the feasibility of another subsea cable to provide internet to the country.  The Cayman Ministers Association explains why its opposed to the concept of civil partnerships and a new cemetary in West Bay is unveiled.  #radiocaymanews  #caymanislands

An apparent case of community transmission of Covid 19 pops up in the screening programme but public health officials say it appears to be a case of a past infection with low levels of the virus being picked up by the PCR machine.  More on the technology as Government tests its quarantine at home programme and CBC find 15 pounds of ganja in a shipment of what was supposed to be soup.  #r...

Government holds a live press briefing, providing updates on Covid test results, the pilot quarantine at home programme, the line of credit secured "just in case" and a package of constitutional changes. #rcnews #radiocaymannews

A civil servant and mom shares her experience in the mandatory 14 day quarantine.  The use of telemedicine at the Health Services Authority has become a crucial tool in their treatment of patients. The Ministry of Health announces that work has resumed on the construction of the Long-Term Residential Mental Health Facility. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands #localnews

No new Covid cases reported in the Cayman Islands today. The Health Services Authority nets an unqualified opinion from the Auditor General's office for their 2018 and 2019 financial reports. In 2019, there was an estimated 133-thousand tons of waste managed at Cayman's landfill - a marked increase from the amount of trash logged just seven years ago.   #rcnews #caymanislands

Covid 19 results are all negative for today. The Premier says they'll evaluate carefully how the new self isolation programme works before further reopening of the borders.  A look at the financial impact of tourism on Cayman and more.  #rcnews #caymanislands

No new positives for Covid 19.  Staycations and development keep the economy afloat.  Tourism officials work on a global citizen programme designed to increase inward investment by providing for long term live/work arrangements in Cayman.  An update on health insurance premium assistance and we'll hear from the Cayman Islands National Weather Service now that the islands are enterin...

Another positive for Covid 19.  The Premier says Government finances are better than expected. The tourism minister looks to the future and an update from the Commerce and Planning Minister on support for businesses. #rcnews #radiocayman

Government plans a Covid 19 briefing. An open house for displaced tourism workers.  Two small earthquakes are reported. Fidelity Executives discuss the transition the sale of  the pension and insurance and the renewed focus on community banking.  #rcnews #caymanislands

Civil Parnterships may have passed into law, but the debate isn't over as a local organisation calls for a judicial review.  LGBTQ+ organisation Colors Cayman; meantime, says they are still fighting for same sex marriage.  An update on the work of the Cayman Islands Fire Service and screen time and kids.   #radiocaymannews #caymanislands #localnews #communitystation

No positives for Covid 19.  The pandemic impacts decisions for the dual entry programme offered by the Cayman Islands Government.  The Governor says technology, oversight and care will be key to how we handle the reopening of the borders.  A special back to school backpack programme and new med tech helps you keep your skin safer.  #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands

The Public Accounts Committee Chair holds an awards ceremony to recognize the process made on financial reporting by the public sector.  An update on the status of international postal service, a new exhibition focuses on maritime heritage and art at the National Gallery and the Governor wants to see us build a greener and more sustainable Cayman in the wake of the Covid 19 pandemic. #rcnews...

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The Premier discusses re-opening the borders.   The Governor talks civil partnerships and debunks social media talk about a gift to the outgoing head of his office.  No Covid 19 positives today and it's the first day of school.  Education Minister the Honorable Julianna O'Connor Connolly says students do seem to be happy to be back in the classroom after the Covid 19 restrictio...

Masks are no longer required in Cayman and public gatherings have been increased to 250.  No new positives for Covid 19. Cayman signs up for a global Covid 19 vaccine accelerator.  #radiocaymannews.

No new positives for Covid 19.  The Head of the Governor's Office wraps up his tour of duty.  The Domestic Partnership Bill is back in the headlines.  UCCI launches a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Studies.  #radiocaymannews #radiocaymanvoice #caymanislands

The streak is broken - 2 positives for Covid 19 today.  A power outage affects over 16,000 customers and the RCIPS holds a week long crime prevention workshop for security guards.  Education is top of mind as Government welcomes education professionals to the start of the 2020/2021 school year.  #radiocayman #rcnews #caymanislands 

No new positives for Covid 19 although antibody testing has some interesting results.  OfReg announces a CUC rate increase will be deferred to 2021 due to Covid 19's impact on consumers and the impact of screens on sleep -it's not just a problem for our teens. #radiocayman #caymanislandsnews

Students head back to the classroom.  No new positives for Covid 19.  The Cayman Islands experiences a first - the Passing Out ceremony for the Cayman Defense Regiment.  Sensitive personal information found at the landfill raises a red flag at the Office of the Ombudsman.  #rcnews #caymanislands #localnews

The Cayman Islands took a major hit from the decision to close the borders to tourism and shelter in place - today's Chamber Economic Forum explores the impact and provides a snap shot of the financial position of these islands.  No Covid 19 positives today.   The dangers of too much screen time and a special camp for the Cadet Corp. #rcnews #caymanislandsnews #radiocaymanchoice

A decision from the Office of the Ombudsmen on publication of dozens of decisions by the Labour Appeals Tribunal.  No new positives for Covid 19.   Conferences re-invent themselves by going virtual - and the Cayman Islands Fire Service fires up the grill for a good cause.  #radiocaymannews #caymanislands #radiocaymanchoice

A North Side Man is charged with an assault widely circulated on social media.  Describing Covid 19 as a Category 5 for the economy, Chamber CEO Wil Pineau says it's time to look for the silver linings and chart the course ahead - subjects to be discussed at this week's economic forum. Also in the news, a blast detector for Owen Roberts International Airport and a virtual tour of  the Qu...

His Excellency the Governor invokes Section 81 of the Constitution and publishes the Domestic Partnership Bill - with a 21 day consultation period.  No new positives for Covid 19 as the Government decides to continue to keep the borders closed until October 31, 2020.  A publication education plan is launched for the National Energy Policy and local athletes mourn the loss of a coach, killed in a c...