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Cayman's new minimum wage is now officially law, with a higher hourly rate set to kick in next year. Compensation changes for the Health Services Authority board and a West Bay man wanted in connection with a string of violent robberies is now behind bars. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #localnews #caymanislands

The Ministry of Agriculture gets half a million dollars for an Avian influenza Pilot culling program; a woman heads to court facing forgery charges.

New application fees for naturalisation and registration as a British Overseas Territories citizen come into effect on January 1st; the Premier is urging the public to stay alert; and three people are hit by cars in two separate incidents on Friday.

In the news,  a speical message from the Premier and Govenor following a spike in local crime.. and Jon Marc Bodden pleads not guilty to firearm‑related charges stemming to a November incident in Cayman Brac… and in Grand Court Jason McLean stands trial accused of multiple sexual offences against a 13‑year‑old. And Cayman’s wild chickens could complicate efforts to contain bird flu. The Department...

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The DOA warns of a potential health hazard with regards to the feral chicken population; an opposition MP submits a Private Member's Motion to restrict masks; and the police commissioner weighs in on recent George Town robberies.

The immigration reform bill is passed in parliament with a slew ofamendments; Police tracked down a wanted man; and Cayman Airways marks 40 years of flights between the Cayman Islands and Tampa.

The immigration reform bill is passed in parliament; governmentwill set up a foundation to raise money for the Health Services Authority; and the Police Commissioner speaks to the community after a pair of daytime armed robberies in George Town.

In the news, Immigration reform is in the spotlight, we get an update from the Parliament. Also, police nab a Bodden Town man after a delivery driver is threatened — drugs also seized…. and holiday patrols ramp up — RCIPS launches Winter Guardian to crack down on dangerous driving…..Years of overdue health audits finally moving forward — the minister pledges faster reviews and transparency….Cayman...

Cayman Islands Basketball is celebrating a historic moment on Thursday in Nassau, Bahamas, at the FIBA 3x3 Caribbean Cup. Young footballers on Cayman Brac will hit the pitch this Saturday for the FC International Youth Football Camp. The camp runs from 9 to noon at the Cayman Brac Sports Complex and is open to players ages 6 to 16.

Sarah Day gets new drug and burglary charges in addition to outstanding charges. Police ask for help after West Bay Robbery. Prospect Playhouse Auditions for "In The Heights."

A series of outstanding financial documents dating back several years are tabled in the House; the hunt is on after an armed robbery in West Bay; and the call is out for performers in the Cayman Drama Society’s summer 2026 production.

The debate on the immigration reform bill will continue thismorning in Parliament at 11am; the police need your help to track down two wanted men; and two men are sentenced after pleading guilty to illicit trafficking of ganja.

In the news, its jail time for two men who addimitted to trafficking ganja from Jamaica, meanwhile a West Bay couple has their case sent to the Grand Court for trial...... and we’re taking a closer look at the growing backlash over feral cat control on Little Cayman. The government is defending the use of high‑powered air rifles, saying the program is saving endangered iguanas and seabirds — we’ll...

Cayman’s Aaliyannah Anderson is off to a flying start in the 2026 collegiate track season. Cayman’s 3x3 Basketball Teams Touch Down in The Bahamas for Caribbean Cup! Cayman’s youngest hoop stars light up the court—Week 3 of the Health City mini league brings the energy. There’s just one month to go. Ring in the new year with the CUC Sea Swim —

The Attorney General withdraws the Administrative Appeals Tribunal Bill; an opposition MP was a cost breakdown for potential legislative changes; and a local bank its cutting its rates.

Debate on sweeping immigration reforms continues today in Parliament with MPs set to resume the discussion at 10am. Youcan listen to a rebroadcast of Parliament proceedings right here on Radio Cayman after the 6PM evening news.

Cayman pushes ahead with plans for a new undersea cable; government is giving civil servants, seafarers and long-time financial assistance recipients a $500 honorarium; and Grand Court sentenceds a man (24) to 18 months in prison after he admitted to defiling a 13‑year‑old girl.

Government is increasing funding for local sports services; Cayman Karate brings home gold from the Suzuki Cup; and put on your Santa hat for a festive 5K this Saturday.

In the news, a man learns his fate FOR defiling a 13 year old girl that resulted in a pregenacy. We learn the government plan for a new undersea cable and.... Cayman’s waters now come with a brand new map — and it was drawn by a robot. This is your 6 pm news for 10 December 2025.

Parliament Resumes Today For The Fifth Sitting of the Third Meeting of the 2025–2026 Session Proposed Subsea Cable Bill 16 Days of Activism Ends Department of Education Services Works Remotely After Car Crashes Into Building

MPs are set to debate the Submarine Cable Telecommunications Resilience Bill this week; lawmakers approved a massive budget increase for Sports Services in the upcoming two financial years; and "A History of Turtlers and Schooners of the Cayman Islands” is available now.

Comprehensive changes to Cayman's Immigration legislation is expected to be debated in Parliament this week; new rules for commercial garages and mobile mechanics may require multi-agency collaboration; and the National Drug Council expands Responsible Beverage Service training to Little Cayman.

MP's get ready to tackle appeals, immigration rules and undersea internet protections. New statistics show more Cayman children and teachers in early childhood care this year. Authorities crack down on so‑called mango tree mechanics and unlicensed garages in neighbourhoods.

Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon crowns new champions. Cayman football heats up and Hoops on fire: we'll have the latest on Cayman Under-19 basketball. #radiocaymansports