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Anastacio Rankine, who is currently detained at HMP Northward, appeared before Magistrate Vanessa Allard today after facing charges from last year relating to robbery and burglary.

The cost of local companies control license and processing fees shall be revised via regulations approved by Cabinet after being unchanged for 17 years.

Cabinet has approved the appointment of fourteen (14) persons to the Labour Tribunal in accordance with section 74 of the Labour Act (2021 Revision).

The Minister for sports says girls Cricket as improved tremendously this year.

John Gray High School wins the Inter-Secondary School Spin competition.

And Game 1 of the 2 best of 3 womens basketball finals series begins this Sunday at the ARC in Camana Bay at 7:15pm

Rainfall hampered the progress of the CUC Inter Primary Boys Cricket Rally which got underway this morning with 12 schools competing at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex

The Cayman Islands sees its fifth water related death this year, with the passing of a male on Wednesday, at a resort on West Bay Road.

The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service confirms that two migrants who escaped lawful detention from the CBC Detention Center (CBC DC) and were found to be at the BTCC.

The Minister for Financial Services and Commerce pitched Cayman as the jurisdiction for investment management, trusts and maritime business in his latest visit to Asia.

The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service says in 2023 their Financial Crimes Investigation Unit (FCIU) faced a number of incidents, with several crimes still under active investigation.

In Sports…Results related to Cayman Islands sports collected in a recent nationwide youth and sports survey have been released.

The CUC Girls Inter-Primary Cricket Rally opened with excitement this morning as her Excellency, the Governor Jane Owen batted the first ball to start off the tournament.

The trial of Royley Anthony Russel- a mechanic charged with taking money for car repairs and service work that was never completed continued in Grand Court today.

The Progressives Opposition says its supports a $1 million dollar pledge from the United Kingdom to improve radar surveillance as part measures to disrupt drug and gun trafficking. 

DART announces the winner of the Minds Inspired SDG challenge.

Cayman Rugby girls win against 2 Florida sides onthe weekend. Cayman U18 Elite Marbling girls travelled to Miami for a historic fixture vs 2 Florida girls select teams.

Cayman Basketball in conjunction with the Department of Sports will hold a coaching clinic this weekend. Former NCAA Coach Sergio Rouco will be in Cayman to share his wealth of knowledge with local coaches on the topic of “Player Development.”

Hundreds pounded the pavement of George Town on Sunday morning for the annual Deputy Governor's 5K run/walk challenge

Captain Bothwell passes. Cuban migrants protest outside of the Government Administration Building. A man challenges his imprisonment at Northward prison.

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A man charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual activity with a child takes the stand. Gun numbers are on the rise. There’s a British Overseas Territories Heads of Public Service Conference in Cayman.

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The Miami Sharks, a Major League Rugby team, will be visiting Cayman next month…

East End Primary smash their way to the top of Group A in week 3 of the 2024 Inter Primary Cricket Competition.

It was a big turnout for the Deputy Governor’s 5K this weekend as numerous civil servants and other members of the community came together to walk/run and raise funds for three local charities.  

A LOCAL MAN ACCUSED OF IMPORTING FETANLYL INTO THE ISLANDS APPEARS IN COURT.

MORE DETAILS ON THE APEAL OF A FORMER CUSTOMS AND BORDER CONTROL OFFICER CONVICTED OF DRUG CHARGES

OFREG APPROVES IMPORT OF A NEW FUEL PROMISES TO BE MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDS

AND THE CAYMAN ISLANDS GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR IS ANNOUNCED.

As women’s basketball evolve internationally, the same can be said for women’s basketball locally, as the finals are set and the top two teams in the national league are ready to take the court for the best of 3 series at the John Gray Gym this Sunday at 3pm.

Cayman Rugby is taking their U14s and U18 girls teams to a youth tournament in Miami this weekend. The Florida Youth Rugby Union and Miami Sharks present the 1st annual U14 and U19 Coconut Cup where Cayman Islands will face off against Lady Jaguars tomorrow.

A panel of judges consider the appeal of a man convicted of home invasion, a South Sound car crash leads police to seize a gun, ammunition and drugs and it's a big day for the Cayman Islands Fire Service... as trainees are inducted into the service. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews

The Cayman Women’s Rugby team returned victorious from their first Ruggerfest DC 15s tournament. 4 wins from 4 games saw them crowned champions of the tournament.

Reporter Jevy Ebanks takes a deep dive into the Royal Cayman Islands Police Services latest crime stats.

The Department of Agriculture's popular Home Garden series is back.

Government provides mental health awareness sessions for Civil Servants and It's Wildlife Wednesday - how Government is working to showcase the beauty that's all around us.

DG5K on Little Cayman a Success

DG5K Challenge this weekend on Grand Cayman

Squash Coffee Mornings

Integra Healthcare Sea Swim

THE JURY HEARS FORENSIC TESTIMONY IN THE TRIAL OF AN ADULT MAN ACCUSED OF CHILD RAPE, SEXUAL COMMUNICATION WITH A CHILD AND ENGAGING IN SEXUAL ACTIVITYWITH A CHILD.

A MAN SUSPECTED OF STEALING FROM A TIP JAIR AT A RESTAURANT IS UNDER ARREST.

FOUR MEN FORMALLY CHARGED WITH CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT ROBBERY APPEAR IN COURT.

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TWO ARRESTS AND THE SEIZURE OF A WEAPON AND AMMUNITION

AN UPDATED NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY JUST IN TIME FOR EARTH WEEK.

HMCI CONDUCTS A DAMAGE ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP

AND WHY THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SAYS YOUR INPUT IS SO IMPORTANT TO FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE IN THESE ISLANDS.

Two centuries recorded in a single game. Hitting a century as an individual or as a team is the highlight of any cricket game at any level but two centuries in a primary school cricket game is unprecedented and special.

The National women’s Basketball final is set. This Sunday, Coach Corey McGee and his undefeated Infinity squad will go head to head with Coach Wendy Manzanares and her Dream team in a must-see finals’ matchup.

POLICE ASK FOR ASSISTANCE TO FIND A MISSING TEEN.

CONSULTATION PERIODS FOR EDUCATION AND HEALTH.

PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM A VEHICLE BREAK-IN

AND MUSIC AT THE LIBRARY..

An update from the Courts, the latest Cabinet Summary and the National Children's Festival of the Arts.

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Emancipation day events are announced. HSA advances in cardiac care with new imaging procedure. The George Martin Slijper trial is delayed.

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Special Olympics Cayman Islands is gearing up to host the Caribbean Regional Bocce Tournament, welcoming athletes from 20 different countries for three days of competition from May 23rd-25th at the Lions Community Centre

Jonathan Woodhouse receives sentence following his involvement in a 2023 bar brawl that left one dead.

George Slijper facing charges of rape, sexual communications with a child, and engaging in sexual activity with a child to stand trial this week.

Public Health hosts a special immunisation drive to mark Vaccination Week in the Americas.

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SPORTS

A tragic passing at this morning's NICE programme briefing. A man is scheduled for sentencing. And more from Taste of Cayman.

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-The national men’s Basketball league sees its first female coach take the court this season.

 -Efforts continue to foster the growth of sports in the Sister Islands.

-A man charged with attempting to pervert the court of justice will stand trial in 3 months.

-A 31-year-old-man of George Town is arrested in relation to several theft related crimes including burglary and theft from motor vehicles.

-The RCIPS report 153 speeding tickets were issued during the Easter period.

-Hazard Management Cayman Islands publishes a new “All Hazards” Preparedness Booklet.   The 47-page booklet covers a range of natural hazards and provides useful preparedness tips

-And rain or shine, the black-eyed peas concert will go on.

A man convicted of rape receives his sentencing. We hear more on the Education Data Report. Water Authority - Cayman is working on a leak detection project in the Brac.

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It was the anticipated match up of the regular season…IRG Astros vs Sol Blazers. Fans were treated to a high-scoring and fiercely competitive game between the two. The Astros edged out a narrow victory with an 88-87 win in what can only be described as a nail-biting finish.

Special Olympics Cayman Islands is gearing up to host the Caribbean Regional Bocce Tournament, welcoming athletes from 20 different countries for three days of competition next month.  May 23rd-25th at the Lions Community Centre

A man appears for numerous sex assault charges against children. Cabinet releases the summary of its 21st March meeting. Drug Smugglers enter guilty pleas.

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16 Seven Mile swimmers made waves in the highly anticipated EAJ Spring into Long Course swim meet in Jacksonville, Florida, leaving an indelible mark of determination and excellence at the Elizabeth Walton Aquatic Center (Episcopal School of Jacksonville).

Cayman Brac’s Swim program is thriving as it continues to help children of all ages.

A man faces rape charges in court. The Cayman Islands Chamber of commerce discusses minimum wage. Early Childhood Assistance Programme funding is available for the 2024/25 Academic Year.

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Six local cyclists represented the Cayman Islands at the 3-Stage Jamaica Cycling Classic race in Montego Bay over the weekend.

And... Guardians Alive was a huge hit on the weekend

The Department of Environment gives an update on Barge Coral Damage. The 10 week trial of four people charged with robbing Royal Bank of Canada in 2016 continues in Grand Court. A man is wanted by the police.

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A man convicted of rape of an underage person will learn his fate this week.

A call for a rollover policy for non-Caymanian civil servants from Planning and Infrastructure Minister, the Honorable Jay Ebanks.

The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism Attends the Routes Americas Conference.

In observance of World Health Day, the Public Health Department announces its commitment to promoting basic accessible healthcare with the theme "My Health, My Right."

As Cayman Aquatics brought back a hefty total of 69 medals and a 3rd place finish from this year’s Carifta Aquatics Championships.

Cayman Athletics 1st Vice President says the Cayman Carifta Track and Field Team outperformed their expectations at the 51st Carifta Track & Field Championships held in Grenada over the Easter weekend.

And...Guardians Alive is this weekend

Police investigate a shooting in George Town. Caymans Speaker was in Westminister for Commonwealth Celebrations. Head of the Cayman Islands Tourism Association shares watersports industry concerns.

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2024 Carifta Bronze medalist Brianna Smith studied her opponents before taking hte field.

And the National Artistic Swimming team snagged the overall high points award for the second time in a row.

The trial of a former board chairman of the National Housing Development Trust continues. The Ministry of Education Achieves 100% Completion Rate in Child Safeguarding Training. And 3 Men are charged following ganja recovery.

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It was a busy, weekend for the Cayman Islands with Carifta Aquatics, Artistic Swimming and Track and Field events over the Easter Holiday.

The Cayman Islands six-person Team finished 8th at the 51st Carifta Track and Field Championships at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in St. Georges, Grenada.

CARIFTA 2024 saw a record 14 medals for the Cayman Islands Artistic Swim team - 4 gold, 8 silver and 2 bronze medals!!

And…Cayman takes second place as Carifta Aquatics continues today in the Bahamas. The Cayman swim team’s medal count was 26 in total with nine gold, seven silver, and 10 bronze on day 4 with open water still to come…

Reps from Cayman Attend the National Hurricane Conference. MP Katherine Ebanks Wilks hosts meeting for the Watersports Industry. And the National Road Safety Committee calls for redoubling of efforts amid road fatalities.

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Track & Field, Aquatics and Artistic Swimming have jetted off to their final destinations this week to compete in the 2024 Carifta Championships around the region.

Cayman's 2x Carifta Gold Medalist Andrew Stone will miss the 2024 Carifta Championships in Bahamas.

Gunnar Studenhoft left his mark in Europe when CIFA took the men’s National Football team to play two friendly matches against FC Turan and Moldova this week.

Infinity remains undefeated in the National women’s Basketball league.

The Deputy Premier engages with Congress, Industry and US media. Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Facility launches Ivan+20 in the Cayman Islands. And the trial of Former National Housing Development Trust chairman begins.

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The Cayman Islands men’s national football team competed FC Turan, a professional club from Kazakhstan, and Moldova in Europe this week.

Local Boxer Nathaniel Antunez won his very first fight at the recent Steven Ross Memorial Boxing Show.

15-year-old Ali Philp is the Captains the Junior National Artistic Swim team.

Two people working on the road development project at Linford Pierson Highway are hospitalized after a speeding motorist hit them this afternoon.

As of September, there were 57 properties in the Cayman Islands foreclosure inventory valued at US$18.4 million.

Government officials, civil servants, churches and pastors gathered at the Glass House by the Government Administration Building today for the National Day of Prayer.

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Synchronized Swimmers are heading off to the Carifta Artistic Swimming Championships in Florida.

4 young ladies from Clifton Hunter High School stole the show when they beat out their competitors in the 4x400m relay event hoisting up Gold medals at the Inter Secondary Track & Field Championships for 2024.

Camanite Synchro held a fantastic exhibition at the Camana Bay pool on the weekend as Artistic Swimmers showcased their talents for local fans before the Carifta Championships in Florida this week.

It was a big Win for the local boxer, Jaden Eccleston at the Steven Ross Memorial Boxing Show on the weekend.

The hunt is on for a man wanted in connection with serious sexual assaults. A warning from the D-E-H about noise, improvements for Government schools and a check on tourism arrivals for February.