A podcast of the day's top stories from 89.9 FM, Radio Cayman in the Cayman Islands.
Over the years, pageantry has remained prevalent in local public discourse not just for what they offer for young women, but also recent controversies and even legal action. In a featured conversation with Pageantry Advocate Theresa Cole-Dawes from the T- Stance, she discusses pageantry in Cayman society and how it operates and how it can evolve.
The Cayman men's national team beats FC Perla,Cayman Cricket is gearing up to host the North America Cricket CupTop jet ski rider James Monroe Jr. chases a world title on Lake Havasu.The Cayman Motorsports Federation unveils its sustainability push across all programs
Several sea turtle hatchlings have died after becoming disoriented by lights along Cayman's coastline. The Summary Court has imposed significant penalties on a local business owner over unpaid wages, overtime and pension contributions. A former Caribbean head of state and respected jurist is coming to Cayman later this month. And, Government is inviting the public to join in recognising the vital role of the maritime industry later this month.
It's been a busy six month for the National Security Council; The Grand Court has sentenced two men for their roles in a conspiracy to import firearm parts and ammunition; Cayman National Bank has notified customers that starting Friday, it's CI$ and US$ Prime Lending Rates will increase from 6.75% to 7.00%.
The Crown has completed its case in the manslaughter trial of Dr. Paul Taiganedes; police are investigating the sudden death of an 18-year-old; and it's the National Week of Readiness.
Cayman squash brings home hardware from the CAC Games — and you'll hear from Jade Pitcairn and Lara Conolly on what that bronze medal really meant after a tough start to their season. Cayman Cricket gets set to host the North America Cricket Cup later this month — and Technical Director David Bernard tells us what the squad needs to show to reach the championship final.Cayman Basketball Academy continues to serve as one of the most important development pathways for young players on island.And... The CUC Primary school football league returns this weekend.
A change in how government finances are managed could soon give the Financial Secretary greater oversight power. The manslaughter case of a doctor continues in the Grand Court tomorrow as lawyers engage in legal arguments with the trial judge. Plus a sneak peak of a featured conversation with Theresa Cole-Dawes of the T- Stance discussing pageantry in the Cayman Islands
The civil service is preparing to give the Financial Secretary a formal oversight role over Chief Financial Officers; The Cayman Youth Choir and other rising stars will featured at tomorrow's very special edition of Music at the Library; and Government is looking to relocate Sunrise Adult Training Centre.
So much for those two weeks of tumbling gas prices; a legislative amendment could result in major fuel supplies facing mandatory contract reviews; and the Crown's case in the trial of a former Health Services Authority Doctor moved closer to completion Tuesday with evidence from the pathologist who examined the alleged victim after his death.
Men's National Football gear up for League BCayman Pickleball sends 3 teams to Vietnam World CupThe Brenda Tibbetts-Lund 5K & 10K is coming upJack Fry Brac Fishing Tournament
The crowns case in the manslaughter trial of a doctor charged with causing death by medical negligence begins to wind down. Infrastructure improvement works are prompting a temporary closure at Kaibo Beach this week. Plus we learn about project currently before the Central Planning Authority. That and more in your evening news.
It's a fourth attempt by a developer for a green-light on a George Town sea pool, as the application heads back to the Central Planning Authority tomorrow; With the recent road improvements in South Sound, government is now moving into Windsor Park, where work is underway to quote address both road conditions and longstanding drainage and flooding concerns; The National Museum invites you to bail our your bail your favourite defendant as it hosts and super fun and creative online fundraiser: Jail & Bail.
Police are investigating a disturbance involving machetes; Jurors in the trial of a former H.S.A. doctor heard further testimony Monday from the Crown's independent trauma expert; and a spike in acute mental health patients since the pandemic has made building a new acute care facility a top priority for the Health Services Authority.
Cayman's pickle-ball players return from the World Cup in Vietnam with strong results across all divisions — and one team even reached the knockout round. We'll hear from national player Elena Testori.Cayman's cyclists continue to build momentum with standout performances in the latest national series. The Association says the depth of talent is growing fast.The CIBA Basketball Academy is back with more than 80 kids hitting the court on opening Saturday. President Collin Anglin says youth development is booming.
Police are searching for those involved in a knife fight on Canal Drive. The trial of a doctor accused of manslaughter enters its second week. The Premier concludes an OT trip ahead of the BOT Joint Ministerial Council meeting in the UK in November. Plus we learn more about HSA recommendations at the latest PAC hearing and a casting call is looking for a Caymanian girl to join a feature film set to be filmed in Cayman next year.
The Airports Authority is expected to head to the Development and Control Board today; extra funds are green-lit by Cabinet; and; the Monetary Authority says Cayman is being hit by an ongoing phishing campaign involving emails that impersonate CIMA's Chief Operations Officer.
That's a wrap on bi-lateral talks in Bermuda at the 2026 overseas territories caucus; Cross Examination of the crown expert in the manslaughter trial of Dr. Paul Taiganides resumes today in the Grand Court; and local director Jazz Pitcarin says she hopes to find local talent for the film Ivan.
This newscast features a conversation with YYY 2026 Winner Chef Bradley McLaughlin.
This newscast features a conversation with YYY 2026 Winner Chef Bradley McLaughlin.
This newscast features a conversation with YYY 2026 Winner Chef Bradley McLaughlin.
Cayman's Jaxon Cover continues his climb in the OHL — and we've got the latest on his season and what's next for the Ottawa draft pick.Christopher “The Viking” Hurlston is gearing up for two fights in just four weeks — including a big one right here at home. Netball development is expanding across the islands, with new youth programs launching on Grand Cayman and the Sister Islands. Registration is now open.Tributes continue for former national athlete Rhymiesh Adolphus, remembered for his impact on track, bodybuilding and the Cayman sports community.
The trial of a doctor accused of manslaughter continues in the Grand Court as the crown expert witness takes the stand. The police announce an independent investigation into the murder investigation of a toddler following its conclusion in the Grand Court. Plus, the hottest August recorded, and more details for the most recent Public Accounts Committee.
The manslaughter trial of Dr. Paul Anthony Taiganides continued Thursday; the call is out for exhibitors at this year's Small Business Expo; and the University College of the Cayman Islands has welcomed students to the 2026–2027 academic year.
C3 Pure Fibre is taking its long-running dispute over ICT licence fees to the next legal stage; a Grand Court judge has imposed a 10-year prison sentence on Luciano Jackson-Martinez; and Kimberly Ann McLean has been found not guilty of possessing an unlicensed firearm.
The Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage has introduced a new Focus Sports FrameworkCayman Cricket names its squad for the North America Cricket Cup — and the countdown to Jimmy Powell Oval is officially on.Cayman defender Josiah Johnson says the Nations League jump to League B is more than a milestone — it's a mindset shift for the men's national team.High school football returns next week
A man slaughter trial continues, and HSA doctors take the stand, plus following its loss in the Court of Appeal, C3 Pure Fibre is taking its fight against OfReg to Privy Council. We learn more about the PAC's review of past auditor general reports on Government performance. A man is sentenced after admitting to having a gun, while his girlfriend is freed by the Grand Court.
The Premier checks in from Bermuda; The Ministry of Education clears 10 out of 16 recommendations from the Auditor General and the Public Accounts Committee dating back to 2019; and the Health Services Authority address its progress in the PAC as well.
The manslaughter trial of Dr. Paul Anthony Taiganides turned its attention to medical testimony; Ministry for Social Development tells members of the Public Accounts Committee it has made efforts to address 22 outstanding recommendations from the Auditor General and PAC; ten CBC officers have completed specialised operational training in Cayman Brac.
Fresh faces are pushing the Cayman men's national team as Nations League approaches. Trey Ebanks explains why new competition inside the squad is a good thing.CIFA's women's technical director Martha Godet says the U14 tryouts are about building a stronger, sustainable pathway for girls' football. Her message to young players coming up.And... The Cayman Islands National women's Football team is pushing to become world class contenders...
A jury continues to hear the crowns evidence in the case of a former HSA doctor charged with manslaughter of a patient in his care. A new digital tracking system is being introduced as government works to address delays in responding to Auditor General recommendations. Plus CBC officers complete an intense training in Cayman Brac.
Gas prices fall for a second week; an update is given on outstanding Government Minutes; and police need your help to find a missing girl.
Emergency crews on are at two separate crashes this morning, both near the Peanuts gas station in Red Bay; Dr. Karie Bergstrom will serve as the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Premier starting October 1st; and the Public Accounts Committee is back this morning.
As Cayman gears up for League B in the Concacaf Nations League, defender Dominic Owens says the team must be fearless — and that their speed and resilience can make the difference. Scholars International Sports Club is gearing up for a busy week of preseason footballThe Cayman Motoring Federation brings home one of the biggest honours in regional motorsport — and President Jane Scaletta says the award gives Cayman “credibility and momentum” to grow even faster. A special American-football takeover hits Sports Xtra tonight as Loxley Banks and the Honourable Rolston Anglin go live in tribute to Raul Smith. Don't miss it at 7 on Radio Cayman tonight.
Deputy Governor Gloria McField Nixon used her first Public Accounts appearance to accept that Government has fallen short on follow through with recommendations from the Office of the Auditor General and the Public Accounts Committee. She says a new central tracker shows eighty five of one hundred thirty nine recommendations assessed as done, forty in progress, and eleven formally refused.The Office of the Premier gets new leadership next month. Premier Andre Ebanks has appointed Dr. Karie Bergstrom as his Chief of Staff, effective the first of October. She holds a Doctor of Education Ministry degree along with human resources and business continuity credentials. Executive Advisor Juliet DuFeu coordinates the office in the meantime.Fewer jobs on offer across the islands. Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman counted more than seventeen hundred positions advertised in August, down from about twenty one hundred in July. Construction carried more than twenty percent of those openings, while only thirty two postings came from the public sector.
Premier André Ebanks is travelling to Bermuda this week for talks with fellow Overseas Territory leaders ahead of November's UK Joint Ministerial Council; and it's Recovery Month.
New government figures show total job postings rose nearly 25% during the first eight months of the year; and the Youth Services Unit is putting technology at the centre of its biggest youth event of the year.
A former H.S.A doctor is stranding trial facing a single allegation of manslaughter by omission. Accountability is on the agenda at the Public Accounts Committee gears up for this week's hearings.Three young Caymanian hospitality professionals are heading to the world stage after taking top honours at this year's regional finals here at home.#RCNEWS #radiocayman #caymannews
TOP JET SKI RACER HEADS TO LAKE HAVASUMEN'S NATIONAL FOOTBALL PREPARE FOR CONCACAF DEBUT IN LEAGUE BCAYMAN BASKETBALL ACADEMY RESUMES THIS WEEKEND.GAMER'S BAY CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY
The Public Accounts Committee meets tomorrow and Gamer's Bay is celebrating 10 years this September.
The Attorney General has announced his retirement; Money matter dominate Cabinet's August 26th meeting; and free book readings and crafts are rolling out across Cayman Brac.
Cayman's youth baseball players are back on the diamond this weekend — and they're facing their toughest test yet. Tune in to hear how the local squad is shaping up as they take on visiting talent for the first time on home soil... in a three-game series.Local fighters are gearing up to step back into the ring as Southpaw Series 2 hits Hotel Indigo next month.CIBA Basketball Academy is back this month — and Coach Voot O'Garro says early exposure is transforming youth basketball in Cayman. We'll hear how the program is shaping new leagues and developing players from age five.Women's Squash Week is almost here, and organisers say this year's focus is breaking down barriers and opening the sport to every woman and girl. We'll share what's planned — and why the club says this initiative matters more than ever.
A man is cleared of charges that allege that he indecently assaulted a minor in his care. A man will stand trial next year for stalking Government is taking another step toward modernizing public transportation with plans to track buses and gather new ridership data. Plus the latest weather stats for the month of August. That and more in your evening news broadcast.
The Infrastructure Minister is looking to collect data to better understand public transportation needs in the Eastern Districts. Enterprise Cayman has launched FutureFocus Pathways... a new employer-led workforce development initiative designed to prepare Caymanian talent for workforce opportunities. #rcnews #radiocayman #localnews #enterprisecayman #cec
A jury is expected to resume deliberations today (Friday) in the trial of a youth worker accused of indecent assault and inviting a young girl in his care to engage in sexual activity.After more than forty-five years in government, Mervyn Conolly is retiring from his role as Director of Health Regulatory Services and Superintendent of Health Insurance.And a record breaking August on the Weather front. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
The Cayman Motoring Federation has just earned one of the region's top honours at the FIA American Congress. We'll explain why the José Abed Award is such a big moment for Cayman motorsport.A brand-new youth cricket club is reshaping how Cayman's young players learn the game — and themselves. Hear how Rising Wickets plans to build confidence, character and a stronger future for local cricket.Women's Squash Week is almost here, and organisers say this year's focus is breaking down barriers and opening the sport to every woman and girl. We'll tell you what's planned — and why the club says this initiative matters more than ever.
MPs will soon debate a bill that will give more oversight powers to Cabinet with regards to the National Conservation Council. We learn about recent land purchases by the government, and a long standing civil servant retires after 45 years of public service
Local gas prices take a bit of a tumble; Government continues to buy up property; and the National Gallery mourns the passing of Marlena Anglin.
MPs are expected to debate a bill that will give more oversight powers to Cabinet with regards to the National Conservation Council; A jury will begin deliberating in the case of a youth worker charged with indecent assault, inviting a child to engage in sexual activity and breach of a position of trust; and the Cayman Islands welcomed 45,053 stay over visitors in July 2026, a 10 per cent increase over the same month last year.
A new electoral boundary commission has been formed and expected to provide a report in the new year. Plus the police say a wanted man is in custody after a rescue at sea near Jamaica. A jury will begin to deliberate the case of a youth worker charged with indecent assault against a minor in his care. That and more in your evening news broadcast.
Cayman's motorsport story goes international as CMF President Jane Scaletta takes the island's grassroots model to the FIA American Congress.The Cayman Islands Pickleball team is headed to Vietnam for the Pickleball World Cup.Cayman Aquatics gets set to launch the open water season with a relay that's drawing big interest.South Sound Squash Club is gearing up for a week dedicated to getting more women and girls on the court.
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