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National Museum & National Trust Granted Access To f Llewelyn House Site For Archaeological InvestigationsWestbay Primary's John A. Cumber School Principal, Mrs. Giovanna Ebanks Wright, Named Deputy Governor's Employee of Year For 2025Radio Cayman Celebrates 50 Years In Conversation With Founding Team Member Mr. Loxley Banks MBE
Update On Ongoing Fire At The George Town LandfillOpposition Calls On NCFC Government To Respond Urgently To Landfill RisksHealth Officials Conduct Welfare Checkups On Residents Near FlamesSister Islands Burglary & Car Crash IncreasesLatest Cabinet Approvals Summary2026 Hurricane Predictions Jovanna Wright Named 2026 Deputy G overnor's Employee of the YearRadio Cayman Celebrates 50 Years
CYCLING Cayman's Ryan Thompson storms to a podium finish in Belize — and he does it in a five‑man sprint you'll want to hear about.VOLLEYBALL National standout Dylan Lynee is off to Weber University — and he's taking both beach and indoor volleyball with him.CARIFTA THROWS Two Cayman throwers, two title defenses — and big statements from Kaliah Haye and Gabriella Linton at CARIFTA 2026.
Police open a few lanes of the Esterley Tibbetts highway as fire crews continue to tackle a fire at the landfill that broke out early Thursday afternoon; The Health Services Authority's Therapy Services Department at Bay Town House are closed due to smoke from the nearby landfill fire; and a man is recovering from serious injuries after a single car crash in West Bay on Wednesday.
The Esterley Tibbetts Highway remains closed while Fire Crews continue to battle a blaze at the George Town landfill; The Colorado State University team has announced its forecasting for the 2026 season; and new shark research begins.
A fire at the landfill continues to burn this morning; the MRCU will be treating West Bay today; and government stresses that bus fare prices have not increased.
Cayman Volleyball sees a packed international season — from NORCECA and FIVB qualifiers to CAC Games and the road toward Olympic qualification.Cayman Netball competes at the Jean Pierre Complex in Trinidad and TobagoTwo competitive matchups highlighted another exciting night of action in the National Men's Basketball League. National Swimmer Lev Fahy reflects on his nine medals at this year's Carifta Championships
Firefighters battle a major blaze at the George Town Landfill, with smoke and road closures still affecting traffic and nearby neighbourhoods.Government says public bus fares have not gone up, ordering operators to remove unapproved notices and reminding riders what they should be paying.And as global tensions drive fuel prices higher, opposition MPs warn of a looming disaster for Cayman's consumers and press government to act.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
We're covering a fire at the George Town Landfill.
Marketing professionals gather.An overwhelming response to the Proud of Them campaign.A temporary closure at the Botanic Park.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
Lawmakers will consider a private member's motion related to spiking fuel costs when they meet later this month; the Ministry of Caymanian Employment says government's enforcement units remain committed to protecting vulnerable workers; and the Botanic Park is closed this morning.
Public Health confirms a case of mild cholera in the Cayman Islands; Cayman's next Deputy Governor met with the Civil Service on Wednesday; and the Department of Agriculture and the power company are partnering on a new way to turn tree trimmings into a resource for Cayman's farmers.
A bronze‑medal finish for one of Cayman's own at the Pride Muay Thai Tournament. Hear how he powered through two tough fights.
Health official confirm a cholera case in the Cayman Islands.The push to transform how we get around the islands. Government is officially looking for a consultant to put together the final business case for a modern public transport system. The Deputy Governor Designate holds her first All Staff Town Hall since the news of her appointment. A new survey shows Caymanians are embracing the financial services industry like never before and The Department of Agriculture and Caribbean Utilities Company have teamed up to give tree trimmings a second life. Plus, meet an incredible young author releasing her second book at the tender age of 17!#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #localmatters
CPA Meets Today New Savannah Commercial Building Gas Prices Continue to SpikePublic support grows for Cayman finance
Local gas prices spike; government is one step closer to a modern public transport system; and you're invited to a book launch tomorrow night.
A not guilty verdict in a man faces sexual offenses; a stolen boat is found on fire in a Patrick's Island Canal on Monday; and Parliament is meeting later this month.
Cayman Volleyball is entering one of its busiest and most ambitious seasons yet, with national teams preparing for four major international assignments across Beach and Indoor competition.Cayman National swimmer Luke Higgo is back home after a standout performance in regional competition — turning last year's single medal into a remarkable seven‑medal haul. The Cayman Islands Women's National Team is back in Concacaf W Qualifiers action, meeting Grenada in Group C play in St. George's.
Coming up in the news: A major rape trial is postponed — prosecutors cite witness availability issues;Plus, a Grand Court judge halts a sexual assualt trial — ruling the evidence too unreliable for a jury;The last sitting of the 2025–2026 Session is approaching — what MPs will tackle before the new Session begins;And a major nursing symposium returns next month — CINMA highlights the future of nursing in the Cayman Islands. That and more your evening news update.
Opposition to file motion around transparancy for fuel costs and request for energy duty rebates.HSM flags sharp rise in “Working by Operation of Law” permits.Cayman Brac Heritage Silent Auction.
Caymanian cyclist Ryan Thompson delivered a standout performance in Belize, powering to a third‑place podium finish after a fierce sprint to the line at the 2026 BEL Junior Cross‑Country Cycling Classic.In regional netball, Cayman's Under‑16 National Team is on the board at the Jean Pierre U16 Tournament in Trinidad and Tobago, securing their first win of the competition.And the Cayman Islands Women's National Team has one final shot in Group C. They face Grenada tomorrow as Concacaf W Qualifiers action continues.National swimmer Aadhyaan Agarwal delivered one of Cayman's standout junior performances at CARIFTA 2026 — returning home with medals, multiple finals, and six new CIASA records.
Coming up in the news: A judge says a man's troubled childhood and lifelong addiction shaped a frightening late‑night robbery; A government breeding initiative reopens to support herd quality across the Cayman Islands; And from teenagers to corporate teams — CCMI opens registration for new hands‑on marine conservation courses; Plus twelve top civil servants, one prestigious award, and a farewell moment for the Deputy Governor. That and more your evening news update.
Coming up in the news: A judge says a man's troubled childhood and lifelong addiction shaped a frightening early morning robbery; A government breeding initiative reopens to support herd quality across the Cayman Islands; And from teenagers to corporate teams — CCMI opens registration for new hands‑on marine conservation courses; Plus twelve top civil servants, one prestigious award, and a farewell moment for the Deputy Governor. That and more your evening news update.
DoA Stud Bull Programme OpensCCMI Summer Courses StartNew Doe 10yr New Shark Logger Logo
DoA Stud Bull Programme OpensCCMI Summer Courses StartNew Doe 10yr New Shark Logger Logo
No cause of boat fire released at this hour.Regional headlines highlight Cayman's First Female Deputy Governor.The Annual Bulk Waste cleanup is back!#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
A boat catches fire in ProspectThe Regiment recruits in Cayman Brac.It's turtle nesting season.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #local news
CARIFTA Aquatic SpecialArtistic SwimmingCayman's artistic swimmers dazzled at CARIFTA — two golden solos, big personalities, and a team spirit that carried them straight to the podium. We hear from the young athletes behind the splash.Open WaterFrom starfish to jellyfish and everything in between — Cayman's open water swimmers battled unpredictable conditions and still brought home medals. One 14‑year‑old tells us how she pushed through the unexpected.Broadbelt Pool StoryAnd in the pool, Cayman's captain closed her CARIFTA chapter with a medal haul worthy of a legacy. Sierrah Broadbelt signs off with four golds and a message for the next generation.
Coming up in the news: The Government refocuses the BSP Board on Caymanian employment and career growth; And, A Caymanian Status holder is jailed for more than five years after admitting to a series of burglaries and a robbery ; Plus, A global tech incubator joins forces with Enterprise Cayman—what this means for local founders. That and more your evening news update.
The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration Announces Changes Business Staffing Plan BoardCurrent Deputy Governor Issues Public Congratulation To Deputy Governor DesignateNational Telecommunicators Week Championed By 911
The latest news from Radio Cayman's newsroom.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands
The latest news from the Radio Cayman Newsroom. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews #caymanislands
A new Deputy Governor‑designate is named for the Cayman Islands Civil Service. A West Bay man is jailed after a convenience store robbery, in a case that turns on DNA evidence and a long criminal record.George Town's police station prepares to move into a new headquarters.A local provider launches a new way to pay for primary care.The Department of Agriculture opens a drop‑in plant clinic for home gardeners.
This is your midday news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom.
No official word yet on the new Deputy Governor of the Cayman Islands.Cayman First takes NCB Homes to court.The Department of Agriculture launches "Plant Doctor" Clinicsand Move It Cayman gets moving!#rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands
- Cayman's top riders saddle up for the biggest dressage event of the season… we'll tell you who impressed in the arena. - Cayman swimmers close out CARIFTA with a medal haul that turns heads across the region. - Overseas gymnast Kayla Beck strikes gold in the US—wait until you hear her All‑Around score. - And Cayman Mustang athletes light up tracks across three states… including a blistering 10.06 in the 100 metres.
Coming up in the news: A one‑year conditional discharge for assaulting police, with prison looming if she reoffends Plus, a new sitting of the Coroner's Court begins Monday, but the case list is still under wraps. The latest from the Summary Courts coming up; As Parliament prepares to debate a new management Bill, questions arise over whether one size really fits all. That and more your evening news update.
Caymanian Doctor Appointed First Deputy Chief Medical OfficerCIDOT Hosts Monthly Workshop for Accommodation ProvidersCayman's Hampton by Hilton Awared 2025 Hamptom Award of Excellence
"this case should have never made it this far, and I've maintained my innocence from day one."Reaction from Cayman Marl Road's Sandy Hill after a judge finds there is "no case to answer" Cayman's Tree Planting Programme spreads its wings and a new programme teaches overseas travel agents what they need to know about the Cayman Islands tourism product.
Coming up in the news: A Grand Court Judge dismisses all charges against Sandra Hill — and explains why the jury could not be properly directed… and man charged with rape of a 14 year old girl heads to the Grand Cout. Plus, a Sister Islands primary school earns praise for blending specialist support with Caymanian culture.That and more your eveing news update.
Cayman Auquatics and Athletics Compete in Carifta GamesCamana Bay Recieves 3rd LEED CertificationGovernment Reinforces Provisions for Opposition LeaderLatest BBC News Summary
Education Minister Rolston Anglin says Creek and Spot Bay Primary on Cayman Brac shows what it takes to support a full range of learning needs in a small school.Parliamentary Secretary Julie Hunter says the Parliamentary Management Amendment Bill will provide for essential changes to ensure MP's can keep up with the cost of serving their communities.A new foundation is calling on Caymanians to take charge of their economic future
Police have arrested two men in connection with separate burglary cases. Police have charged a 25‑year‑old Bodden Town man in connection with the Harbour Walk robbery. The Department of Environment is warning that Cayman's reefs under extra pressure. Officials say a coral disease already found in Little Cayman could spread if divers do not properly clean their gear.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
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