A podcast of the day's top stories from 89.9 FM, Radio Cayman in the Cayman Islands.
The Cayman Classic just raised the bar—and teams are already lining up to come back. Plus, a rising star with a famous last name who's making waves on and off the court. It's almost go time for the Walkers Cayman Islands Marathon. Over 1,200 runners, big prizes, and a whole lot of community spirit—find out what's in store this Sunday, and why organizers say it's more than just a race. The road to the finals is heating up in primary school football. Top seeds held their ground, underdogs pulled off upsets, and the semi-final stage is set. We've got your full Cayman youth football playoff rundown—next.
This is your evening news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 01 December 2025.
Agriculture officials are monitoring reports of avian flu at a local farm. Reports of an incident involving a Cayman Airways plane on the runway in Tampa and police arrest a man for stealing Rotary raffle tickets. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands
-It's game day for the women at the Cayman Islands Classic!-Cayman fell 4-0 to Bermuda in Thursday night's Concacaf women's qualifier.-Cayman Golfer Justin Hastings competes at his first PGA Tour -This weekend, Cayman Brac shifts its focus to football and netball action. -More than 60 runners and walkers hit the streets for the Cayman Islands Conference of Seventh Day Adventists LASCO Annual 10K fun run.
Police are on the hunt for a wanted man.The Cayman delegation is wrapping up its UK trip after successful participation in the Joint Ministerial Council Meetings.The National Conservation Council is pushing back after criticism of the Environmental Assessment Board's recommendation on the best route for the East West Arterial.#radiocayman #caymannews #localnews
It's the ladies' turn to take center court at the Cayman Islands Classic. And Shaquille O'neal visits the 2025 Cayman Islands Classic Pickleball fans are gearing up for what's being called the island's biggest rally for a cause.
A travel advisory after Jamaica's Leptospirosis outbreabreak.30 million dollars is greenlit to cover the cost of managing government properties in the upcoming two years.MPs approve a combined 11 million dollars for Coast Guard Services for 2026 and 2027.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
From beachside interviews to buzzer-beater glory—McNeese claims the crown, and Shaq's on deck for the women's tip-off. Cayman Classic basketball is just heating up…Ten schools, three-year groups, and one unforgettable day on the pitch—South Sound came alive as Cayman's young female athletes tackled, passed, and cheered their way through the annual girls' rugby tournament. The regular season's in the books—and seven unbeaten teams now face their biggest test yet. The 2025 CUC Primary Football League Champions Cup kicks off this Saturday at the Annex, where it's all on the line in quarter-final action.
Government's plans to crack down on bad driving are revealed in Finance Committe.An update from the Cayman delegation to the UK anddetails on a Darwin Plus grant for the Botanic Park to propogate native plants.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
George Washington lights it up from deep, McNeese clamps down on defense, and the Cayman Islands Classic heads into its final showdown tonight. Who's got the edge for the title? Stay tuned.A powerhouse showing from Team Cayman on the global stage. Elite leads the charge across three leagues, Sunset stuns in a five-goal thriller, and Roma rises in First Division play. Cayman football is heating up. Stay with us.
Premier André Ebanks is on the road this week, leading a Cayman delegation to high-level talks in London, India and Florida – from shaping policy with UK and Overseas Territory leaders, to strengthening Cayman's reputation on tax transparency and reinsurance.A major development in a high-profile 2022 robbery case: the Court of Appeal has quashed Erick Brian Williams Soto's manslaughter conviction, even as his firearms conviction – and related prison time – remain in place.With one in four students reporting they've considered suicide, and one in eight saying they've attempted it, the Health Minister tells Finance Committee the ministry is moving to expand services – including a dedicated adolescent mental health facility, a new inpatient ward, and a mobile crisis response team.If you're in Savannah this evening, prepare for water service outages and lane closures along Shamrock Road and nearby streets while emergency leak repairs continue. And there's still time to earn some extra cash this December – and help keep Cayman beautiful – by signing up for the NiCE national clean-up programme before tomorrow's extended registration deadline.
The stage is set, the stars are here—Cayman Classic tips off with elite college hoops and island pride. Who's bringing the heat this year? Stay tuned.Unbeaten streaks, playoff dreams—seven schools head into the CUC PFL quarter-finals with perfect records. Who's chasing the Champions Cup, and who's fighting for redemption? Full breakdown ahead.A blazing finish at Public Beach—Sarah Dick leads the pack at this month's MUFG Triathlon, with standout performances across the Olympic and Spirit divisions. We've got your winners, times, and top teams, next.
Parliament adjourns until the 10th of December. Why the opposition abstained from the 2026-2027 budget vote. New Planes are in the works for the mosquito research and control unit. John Gray High School gets its latest report card and a preview of weekend events.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymanislands
-Whittaker Wins Big as Cayman Muscle Mayhem Showcases Power, Pride, and Pro Cards-Six Cayman Athletes Bound for DFAC World Stage After Muscle Mayhem Triumph-Elite NCAA Teams Tip Off in Cayman as Basketball Classic Returns to John Gray Gym
A student brings a knife onto a school bus--how the Department of Education is responding and what's being done to support students, parents, and teachers.Government has unveiled a major plan to overhaul its waste management systems, allocating nine million dollars in the upcoming two-year budget to tackle longstanding issues with the landfill.Cruise leaders say Cayman remains a sought‑after stop, but warn that big ships and big spenders could pass us by if improvements aren't made.
The Tourism Minister is projecting growth for the tourism sector. We'll break down the allocations for the Office of the Commissioner of Police...which covers not only the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service, but also the Regiment and Coast Guard. We'll outline Government's plans to ensure gov.ky websites don't go dark and it's Movember. An important event that could help save lives. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
Cayman women opens its Concacaf qualifier against Bermuda later this month on home soil.Sunset U15 Girls Crowned Champions in Tampa Bay's Super Football CupWeek 2 of the Kelly Law 13U basketball season brought lots of excitement and strong competition.The KPMG Pirates Week Open Water Swim brought together seventy swimmers
Coming up—provincial pride takes center court! The Phoenix Guardians Basketball League makes history with its first-ever All-Star showdown.Cayman women's rugby is calling all newcomers—contact and non-contact sessions kick off this Saturday in South Sound.George Town Harbour came alive for the Pirates Half Mile Swim as Cayman's open water community delivered another standout evenAnd who's making noise in the Health City 10 and under basketball League?
This is your midday news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for th 18th November 2025.
Cayman crushes Anguilla 4-nil at Truman Bodden—hear what Coach Dougie Rowe says about the road to Nations League glory.Coming up—who's peaking at the right time, and which underdogs could shake up the Primary Football League playoff picture? Stay tuned…Cayman's youngest hoop stars light up the court—Week 2 of the Health City mini league brings the energy.
MP's are back in Finance Committee. Our coverage continues - tonight we'll focus on significant budget increases to cover government housing programmes over the next two years. Two Cayman Brac Brothers are on trial this week in Grand Court, after an argument in bar turns violent. And the Chamber of Commerce marks 60 years with the return of the Business Excellence Awards.
Government unveils its revenue plan for the 2026-2027 budget.We'll have an update on public transportatin plans and it's East End Heritage Day. We'll have the latest from Radio Cayman's Jevy Ebanks.
This is your evening news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 13 Noveber 2025.
This is your evening news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 12th November 2025.
This is your 6 pm news from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 11 Novemebr 2025.
Cayman's swimmers show up in a big way at the Swim England South West Winter Championships ... with two securing qualification for British Winter Nationals this December. Cayman's youngest basketballers hit the court this weekend for a fun-filled round of competition, Can Cayman International School go back-to-back in both boys' and girls' football? The Appleby Under-18 season is underway—and the champs are back with a target on their backs…Sunset dominates, Fusion finds form, and Reese Bateson leads the scoring charts—Week 4 of the Cayman Women's Premier League was anything but quiet…More than 50 riders took part in the Ride for Jamaica charity event this weekend,
Parliament is back after the holiday and first up - the budget debate. A Cayman registered ship is targeted by actual Pirates. COP30 is underway in Brazil and two young Cayman representatives are sharing the country's climate awareness story at the United Nations Climate Change conference.
Cayman's new budget puts billions on the table--find out how much debt lawmakers are prepared to take on.Government takes a measured approach, with new borrowing limits and plans to pay down the nation's debt.The mosquito war heats up as MRCU's aerial spraying returns to the skies, tackling trouble spots across Grand Cayman.Relief for Jamaica--local cyclists raise funds for hurricane recovery.
This is your midday news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 07th November 2025.
Parliament today focused on the 2026 and 2027 Cayman Islands budget, laying out how billions will be spent to shape the country's future. The Cayman Islands Blook Bank pauses donations after an overwhelming public response to the call to help people in Jamaica. and Cayman turns up in a big way at this year's Youth Parliament Day in London.
This is your 12pm news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 6th November 2025.
MP's are back in Parliament and pass ammendments to beneficial ownership transparency legislation.The Deputy Leader of the Opposition is sounding the alarm on government's immigration reforms--saying there isn't enough time for the public to weigh in.The Royal Cayman Islands Police Services invesigates an overnight hit and run.#rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews
We continue our series examining the financial impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica and the economic lessons for the wide rCaribbean. Consolidated Water lands its third major US project this year, boosting the company's 2025 total past $20 million.And the community comes together to support neurodiversity--raising awareness and funds for autism in Cayman.
Cover's 3-Point Surge Powers Knights Past OttersCayman's CARIFTA Water Polo Team is Florida-bound! FRC's IMD 3x3 tournament a huge success on the weekend.More than 700 people hit the pavement for the second Derek Larner Memorial Run.
After Hurricane Melissa's devastating impact on Jamaica, a Cayman-based insurance fund is stepping up -- making its largest payout ever to help with the island's recovery. The Cayman Islands Civil Service launches a new wave of support for Jamaica -- reactivating its CIG Cares programme to raise funds and assist affected families. And Cayman's air operators join the relief effort, sending helicopters to assist where roads no longer exist. Later in the program, property prices remain flat, but steady -- the Lands and Survey Department releases the latest residential price index. Plus, plans move ahead for this year's Remembrance Sunday services and the 2025 National Recognition Awards.
World Central Kitchen--founded by chef and humanitarian José Andrés--has deployed teams in Jamaica, where communities are struggling in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. We'll also tell you how Cayman stepped up to help, with a major blood donation headed to Kingston. Plus, an auxiliary police officer faces fraud charges, and the RCIPS is reminding drivers to keep an eye out for costumed kids tonight.
Basketball- Dale Gordon Memorial Tournament tips off in Cayman Brac — Youth teams honor legacy with weekend matchups.- Peter Edwards and Leean Anderson join Lithuania Basketball Academy — Caymanian players pursue pro careers in Europe.⚽ Football- Brac U11 boys stay active in Primary Football League — Local youth continue league play post-midterm break.
Cayman Islands leaders join forces to deliver immediate hurricane relief and pledge millions in additional aid to western Jamaica. Today, Premier Andre Ebanks and Opposition Leader Joey Hew traveled to Kingston with supplies and messages of solidarity, echoing Jamaica's past support for Cayman during Hurricane Ivan.Cayman Airways extends waivers for passengers affected by Hurricane Melissa, making it easier for travelers to change their flights without paying extra fees or fare differences. Residents of Cayman Brac are being invited to help shape the future of Hemmington Forest, which may become the Sister Islands' first designated national park.
Cayman's Women Ready to Kick Off Concacaf W QualifiersThe 2025 DG's 5K raised more than $93-thousand this year for local charities.Adrenaline meets community pride this November as North Side Racing rolls out its first-ever Redline Full Throttle event.
This is your latest local news from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for 29th October 2025.
Hurricane Melissa hits JamaicaGovernment looking into increasing the number of cruise tendersThe National Trust announces the successful expansion and preservation of Malportas Pond Bird Sanctuary.
This is your 12 pm news update from the Radio Cayman Newsroom for the 28th October 2025.
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