Radio Cayman News
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LOCAL SPORTS
April 12, 2024 23:19 - 4 minutes - 5.9 MB-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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS
April 12, 2024 23:02 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MB-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 preparedne...
LOCAL NEWS
March 26, 2024 23:00 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MBTwo 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. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews --- Send in a voice message:...
West Bay Public Meeting on Mass Shooting
March 01, 2024 17:55 - 2 hours - 96.6 MBWest Bay Members of Parliament hold a community meeting in the district after seven people are shot at the Ed Bush Stadium. Governor Jane Owen and Royal Cayman Islands Police Commissioner Kurt Walton participated in the meeting which included Q&A. This meeting was carried live on Radio Cayman 89.9 FM. #caymannews #radiocayman #caymanislands --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
Local Sports
February 21, 2024 22:55 - 4 minutes - 5.89 MBLocal Sports --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
SPORTS
December 28, 2023 23:00 - 4 minutes - 6.58 MBMP's express concerns over CIFA in Finance Committee --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
PREMIER ANNOUNCES NEW PARLIMENTARY SECRETARIES
December 06, 2023 23:32 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBPremier the Honorable Juliana O'Connor Connolly announces appointment of the Hon. McKeeva Bush and MP Bernie Bush as Parliamentary Secretaries. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS OCT 20 23
October 20, 2023 23:03 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBThe trial of two men charged with the murder of a former prison officer commences in Grand Court. A not guilty verdict on all counts has been returned in the trial of Yeng Chang Guerra. A project to provide 19 affordable homes in West Bay is on track for completion by the holidays. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
Local News
September 05, 2023 23:00 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBPolice seize guns, ammunition and more than a 100 pounds of ganja. The Chief Magistrate outlines the scope of a judicial review surrounding the termination of a prison employee. WORC and DLP are investigating a local hotel. The Tourism Minister says people who litter need to be accountable - and is calling on fellow MP's to consider a law to deport work permit holder who don't respect the islands. We'll also talk to the writer, director and chief coffee officer of a new Cayman Comedy Sh...
Local News
August 30, 2023 23:06 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MBThe Department of Education Services (DES) expresses deep concern after a foreign object is found in a student's lunch at school today. Gravesites and CUC - two issues the Honorable McKeeva Bush wants to see tackled when Parliament next meets. A Jamaican man has been identified as the 7th water related death of the year. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 29, 2023
August 29, 2023 22:45 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBPolice are seeking public assistance in identifying the man who died in a water-related incident at Spotts Beach on Monday The environmental impacts of proposed Regen project are discussed at a meeting Monday night. Parliament gets a facelift. Children should feel safe and welcome in schools – not bullied. That’s the message from Ministry of Education as it launches a National [Schools] Anti-bullying Campaign. An expedited security screening process approval for Cayman Airways --- S...
LOCAL SPORTS - AUGUST 28, 2023
August 28, 2023 22:29 - 6 minutes - 8.62 MBCIFA’s U14 National girls team have competed at the CFU 2023 Girls’ Under 14 Challenge Series at the Felix Sanchez Stadium, Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. Earlier this month some of Cayman's Artistic Swim team participated in the Panam Aquatics champs in Fort Lauderdale. The Senior CASA Championships were a huge success with Guyana coming out on top. The Adult Co-Ed Softball league starts today - Monday the 28th. There are 28 teams and over 500 participants in this league. --- ...
Local News
August 25, 2023 23:21 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MBAn armed robbery in George Town. The man arrested in connection with a fatal collision this week has been released without charge on bail while investigations continue. Nominations are just about to open to recognize cultural and creatives for the 2024 National Heroes Day Celebration. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 24, 2023
August 24, 2023 22:47 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBA 39 year old man of Bodden Town is Cayman’s 7th fatal car crash victim of the year. One man is arrested in relation to the crash. Two Men Arrested in Relation to Theft Incidents CBC confirms a vessel with six (6) male migrants and one (1) female migrant arrived on the South Side of Cayman Brac this morning The Civil Proceedings Material Procedures Bill is published. The newly National Conservation Council hits the ground running on Wednesday A flurry of activity on Cayman Brac this w...
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 23, 2023
August 23, 2023 23:27 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBPolice Warn Against Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Collison Government commits to providing 2.1 million dollars in housing repairs. A UK Royal Air Force aircraft makes a stop in the Cayman Islands. Strategic decision makers who have critical roles and functions in the Cayman Islands National Hazard Management mechanism are taking part in the comprehensive strategic Command training --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS -AUGUST 22, 2023
August 22, 2023 23:30 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBCayman gets slammed by torrential rain... government officials say more weather to come A lightning strike causes a minor fire at the Port Authority Facility The Mosquito Research and Control Unit says mosquito numbers have are higher than they have been in the past months Five foreign nationals are arrested and a vessel seized A local attorney weighs on the draft Sexual Harassment Bill 2023 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS- AUGUST 21, 2023
August 21, 2023 23:17 - 10 minutes - 14.3 MBHazard Management Cayman Island Director, Dani Coleman, tells Radio Cayman today’s weather situation is a good opportunity to remind residents that the 2023 Hurricane Season is showing signs of an increase in activity. After a week of stalled prices…Cayman is hit again by another bump at the pump. OfReg Interim CEO Peter Gough says it’s important that customers are protected from organizations that do not comply with their license conditions. Decisions are published for the Central Plan...
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 17, 2023
August 17, 2023 23:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBCBC Makes Arrests for Importing Firearms, Ammunition and Controlled Drugs OfReg fines FLOW $400,000 for breaching license conditions Dozens head to Sir Vassel Johnson Hall at the University College of the Cayman Islands Wednesday night to weigh in on the country’s current minimum wage legislation Cayman’s Cabinet meets to discuss several board appointments and annual reports. The Police Commissioner’s office welcomes seven interns this summer The Cayman Islands Red Cross hosts an extr...
EVENING NEWS- AUGUST 16, 2023
August 16, 2023 22:50 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBHer Excellency the Governor, Jane Owen, chaired the recent meeting of the National Security Council Residents turn out on Tuesday night for the Gender Affairs Unit’s Town Hall Meeting on the draft Sexual Harassment Bill The Department of Education Services hosts an orientation session for new educators recruited to work in Cayman’s public schools at the start of the new school year. A local sustainable development expert takes the helm at National Conversation Council (NCC). It’s time to...
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 15, 2023
August 15, 2023 21:37 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBA chance to weigh in on Cayman’s minimum wage laws tomorrow night The Former Premier and Speaker of the House hands back his OBE. An expanded parking lot for Cricket Square will be considered at tomorrow’s Central Planning Authority meeting. An Air Traffic Controller Supervisor Attends International Air Safety Course and passes with flying colors. Parents are invited to sign up for their upcoming world-class parenting programs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c...
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 14, 2023
August 14, 2023 23:01 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBMore cars, more workers, more stayover tourists all lead a nearly 20 million dollars boost in core government revenue for the first half of the year. Police a 32 year old man who was wanted after damaging and removing his electronic monitoring device Police Investigate Serious Collision in George Town Police Respond to Wounding Incident in George Town Government will be holding a Town Hall meeting Tuesday to discuss the proposed Sexual Harassment Bill, 2023. --- Send in a voice mes...
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 8, 2023
August 08, 2023 22:40 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBPolice are issuing a warning tonight about a sophisticated global investment/Romance Scam using virtual currency Government is looking to set up a comprehensive regime for preventing the introduction and spread of plant pests in the Cayman Islands with the introduction of the Plant Protection Bill, 2023 The Progressives Opposition says the delays on the REGEN Project negotiations have cost the islands time and money A new shark has been spotted in local waters. Consolidated Water comme...
EVENING NEWS- AUGUST 7, 2023
August 07, 2023 23:32 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MBWest Bay Man Arrested in Relation to Cold Case Murder Investigation An attempted burglar, caught on camera A powerful and potentially deadly opiod is raising red flags as CBC starts to see more cases of illegal importation. A helping hand from the Government as it increases the stipend amount for older persons, seafarers, veterans and people living with permanent disabilities. A new waste bin pilot program is rolling out --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/...
EVENING NEWS- AUGUST 3, 2023
August 03, 2023 22:59 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBPolice confirm a water-related death in George Town Police make an arrest in the suspect arson of the North Side Police Station Monday Morning. A new National Road Safety Strategy and an update on the Little Cayman Airport Development are just a few of the issues discussed by Ministers at Cabinet’s July 18th meeting. Sharing wins…identifying challenges...Teams within the Ministry of Border Control and Labor get together to compare notes at a recent lunch. A request for proposals is issue...
EVENING NEWS - AUGUST 2, 2023
August 02, 2023 22:33 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBWhile expressing gratitude to local retail banks to implement a 30-day notice period for interest rate increases, the Premier says more work needs to be done A meeting of regional leaders hosted by Cayman in Miami was a success. Parliament has been wrapped up for the 2022-23 Session A new campaign has been launched to crackdown on littering Cayman breaks a new record…unfortunately, it was a heat record. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/mes...
EVENING NEWS- AUGUST 1, 2023
August 01, 2023 22:57 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBA Police update on the North Side Police Station Fire and Business Continuity. A visitor to the islands is convicted of importation of fentanyl. Police investigate a robbery in Bodden Town over the weekend Plans are in works to start collecting stamp duty from landlords. Regional leaders head to the US where the Cayman Islands hosted a special meeting to tee up to November’s joint ministerial council meetings Local scientists are monitoring water temperatures as fears grow about a po...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 31, 2023
July 31, 2023 22:36 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBPolice respond to a fire incident at North Side Police Station The UK Minister of State pays a visit... and discusses how the UK is supporting the region during this hurricane season Community Emergency Response Teams members get a refresher course on First Responder Safety Cayman controls both sides of the house at the 16th Regional Youth Parliament in Turks & Caicos on Wednesday The Department of Environment is surveying Cayman’s deep-sea environment through a new project --- Send i...
LOCAL NEWS
July 28, 2023 23:02 - 9 minutes - 13 MBThe Opposition says the latest tourism data is not as positive as the Minister says. The CPA signs off a new warehouse for Owen Roberts International. *and* it's the Summer of Stem! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS- JULY 28, 2023
July 27, 2023 23:12 - 8 minutes - 12 MBThe Law Reform Commission is taking a look at the country’s adverse possession rules. The Public Accounts Committee met today – for hearing on budgeting, financial management and reporting An application to clear land along West Bay Road to be used as a temporary laydown yard for material storage is given the greenlight by the Central Planning Authority. Cayman’s hurricane shelters get a quick inspection by the country’s new governor. The National Roads Authority is urging residents ...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 26, 2023
July 26, 2023 23:31 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MBGovernment is currently reviewing its National Energy Policy…opening a public consultation period to hear from residents. One of the focus areas of the draft deals with renewable energy generation planning. New outage reporting rules at OfReg to enhance consumer protection. The Opposition questions Government’s move to launch a new Cayman Airways route to Barbados. The Central Planning Authority has given the greenlight for the Westin’s major expansion plan…that will include offsite par...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 25, 2023
July 25, 2023 22:57 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MBGovernment is tapping residents for feedback on the new National Energy Policy. Public Accounts Committee heads to the House of Parliament on Thursday to review the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development’s progess in addresing past recommendations in the areas of budgeting, financial management and reporting The cost of living and doing business topped the list of Chamber of Commerce members’ concerns in the annual State of Business Survey The public health department is urging re...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 20, 2023
July 20, 2023 22:55 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MBCayman’s leaders are being urged to plan ahead to address expected labor shortages in the future. Workers are being encouraged to take extra care to beat the heat. The Cayman Government Office in London hosted a Climate Fresk workshop on Wednesday Hazard Management Cayman Islands and the Lands and Survey team attended the Esri User Conference A silver Chevy Trax is stolen and just hours later found crashed on Seaview Road in East End. A special event is planned for later ...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 19, 2023
July 19, 2023 22:49 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBThe National Conservation Council says they’re still in shock and saddened by the passing of its Chairman More than 130 new cemetery vaults were built in 2022. Opposition Leader the Honorable Roy McTaggart says we all need to work together when it comes to fighting crime. Government’s application for a 61 lot subdivision in West Bay was scheduled to the Central Planning Authority today Kids are immersing themselves in our culture this Summer --- Send in a voice message: https://podc...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 18, 2023
July 18, 2023 22:56 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBPolice report a Water-Related Death in East End Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control (CBC) confirms the arrests of two American nationals for the importation of marijuana The PACT-led government is slammed by skyrocketing medical costs for some of Cayman’s most vulnerable in 2022. The regional hurricane season doesn’t end until 30 November so residents are continually being reminded to be prepared should a hurricane head our way Six appearances are scheduled for tomorrow’s Central ...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 17, 2023
July 17, 2023 23:37 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBPolice Identify the Victim in Cayman Brac Fatal Collision Police report a water-related death in West Bay Police Recover Firearm and Ammunition During Search, a Man is Charged L-G-B-T-Q-I-A-PLUS organization Colors Caribbean says same sex marriage is still on the agenda. R3 Cayman Foundation launches a new housing repairs program In an effort to draw more American tourists to the Cayman Islands, the Department of Tourism is looking for a U-S based agency to offer Public Relation Servic...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 13, 2023
July 13, 2023 22:27 - 10 minutes - 14.3 MBThe Department of Labor & Pensions (DLP) announces the annual disbursement of funds under a Retirement Savings Arrangements (RSA) Royal Cayman Islands Police Service Chief Superintendent Brad Ebanks wants would-be criminals to think twice about firearms crime A new program is being rolled out aimed at building affordable homes on smaller, unused crown land scattered across the various Grand Cayman districts. Changes are heading to our airports. The country is one step closer to locking ...
EVENING NEWS - JULY 12, 2023
July 12, 2023 23:33 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBMan Sentenced to 21 Years for Attempted Murder, Two Others Sentenced for Firearm Premier the Honorable Wayne Panton expresses gratitude to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service following the arrests of suspects believed to have been involved in a spate of crimes in recent weeks. Community Officers Respond to Concerns in Windsor Park Community We get a closer look at soon to come changes to Cayman’s airports. Cayman Islands Cancer Registry needs more men --- Send in a voice message:...
LOCAL NEWS + PREMIER STATEMENT ON CRIME
July 07, 2023 23:16 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBCUC says you can expect to see a decline in fuel cost charges for the months of June and July. Cabinet takes a step closer to a ban on single use plastics. #rcnews #radiocayman #caymannews --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS - JULY 5, 2023
July 05, 2023 22:59 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MBThe completion of the Bodden Town Church of God Multipurpose Hall for use as a disaster and hurricane shelter is expected before the end of the year. The RCIPS have made 4 arrests in relation to robberies. A second man has been arrested and charged in relation to the armed robbery that happened on June 16th at a bank on Crewe Road. Improvements are seen at Cayman Academy after getting a week assessment during this 2022-23 academic inspection cycle. In addition to three appearances sch...
EVENING NEWS
July 04, 2023 23:09 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBAn appellate court decision that appears to affirm the scope of the Governor’s reserve powers. Officers are investigating three commercial burglaries this past long weekend Amplify Cayman launches a national campaign calling for the public to #DemandDemocracyOverDestruction. It’s a good rating for the Cayman Brac Daycare Centre by inspectors with the Office of Education Standards. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS - JUNE 28, 2023
June 28, 2023 23:29 - 9 minutes - 13 MBFormer Parliamentary Speaker issues a statement in response to the charges laid against him of Rape and Indecent Assault, in relation to a criminal complaint of a sexual nature dating back to 2000. A man is arrested in Relation to Cayman Brac Incident where the window of residence near Watering Place, Cayman Brac appeared to have been broken by a projectile A 27 year old man of George Town in relation to the armed robbery incident at a bank on June 16th. All flags will be flown at half-m...
EVENING NEWS- JUNE 27, 2023
June 27, 2023 22:46 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBThe Cayman Islands Government announces a two-day period of national mourning for former MLA Captain Eldon Kirkconnell A Hazard Management Cayman Islands’ Hazard Mitigation Specialist recently supported the Planning Department by offering damage assessment training for the Damage and Economic Assessment Emergency Support Team in the National Emergency Operations Centre Police are investigating a possible Firearm Incident in Watering Place, Cayman Brac that took place June 27th A develope...
EVENING NEWS - JUN 26, 2023
June 26, 2023 23:05 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MBGovernment land grabs are questioned during a 2.3 million dollars supplemental appropriation discussion in Finance Committee. Leader of the Opposition is calling on The Government step in to help those who need extra help – and by those who need extra help – Cayman’s seafarers, veterans and their wives Over 68kg of Suspected Cocaine Washed Ashore Police are investigating a firearm incident in George Town --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rcnews/message
EVENING NEWS - JUNE 22, 2023
June 22, 2023 23:02 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBThe Minimum Wage Advisory Committee (MWAC) is seeking the public’s feedback on the country’s next national minimum wage. Cabinet approves three coastal works projects during their June 13th meeting. As storms begin to develop during the 2023 hurricane, United Kingdom officials are checking in with Overseas Territories to discuss assistance if and when it is needed. The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC) confirms today four migrants have been repatriated to the Repu...
EVENING NEWS - JUNE 21, 2023
June 21, 2023 23:01 - 10 minutes - 14 MBPremier the Honorable Wayne Panton says Government is focused on finding solutions to the problems the islands are facing – from the cost of living to the rapid increasing population Government’s plan to attract more competition for capital works projects in the Brac includes building a residential hall for construction workers. A 21 year old woman may be slapped with prison time if convicted of making a False Report The Health Services Authority of the Cayman Islands recently announce...
EVENING NEWS - JUNE 13, 2023
June 13, 2023 22:54 - 11 minutes - 16 MBAn additional 750-thousand dollars in funding was added to the Government’s budget for the provision of free meals in secondary schools in 2022. MPs question the need for the Ministry of Sustainability to pull 25-grand from its 2022 budget for policy advice…and move it to a line item for the quote settlement of claims. The seven Multi-Employer Pension plans call for greater collaboration with Government after parliament votes to allow people to dip into their pensions. An law firm special...
EVENING NEWS - JUNE 12, 2023
June 12, 2023 22:34 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBThe sudden death of a 40 year old Filipino national in GT on Friday is under investigation. MP’s sign off on a private members motion allowing people to tap into their private sector pension funds – but there are still a few steps to go before that is a reality. The legal requirement for non-Caymanian residents and their accompanying dependents to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 has been lifted. Cayman is heading to Paris later this month for the Financial Action Task Force Plenary ...
LOCAL NEWS FOR 5 JUNE 2023
June 05, 2023 23:00 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBFour people are injured after residence explodes in Newlands. Formal charges for the 34 year old West Bay man arrested after an assault at the Strand Complex on West Bay Road in January 2022. Parliament reconvenes this Wednesday and the Opposition has a number of questions lined up to fire across the floor of the House. A rallying cry for resilience in the tourism sector, locally and regionally and DEH provides the tally for the most recent bulk waste cleanup. #rcnews #radiocayman #cay...
6PM NEWS 30 May 23
May 30, 2023 23:00 - 9 minutes - 12.7 MBGovernment and the airports authority announce plans for the extension of the runway at Owen Roberts International Airport and other upgrades over the next six years. As to where the money will be coming from? Officials announced today funds for the projects will come from two sources 3 men are arrested after a shooting in West Bay Investigations are ongoing into a collision involving a visitor to the island The team at the Office of Education Standards judges Sprogs Garden Playschool’s...
EVENING NEWS- MAY 18, 2023
May 18, 2023 22:47 - 10 minutes - 9.3 MBPolice are investigating an afternoon Robbery and Shooting Incident in George Town The electoral boundaries commission heads to Theoline McCoy Primary tonight as the group continues to seek public input with regards to voting boundaries Precious Gems Preschool jumps two ratings after a recent inspection by the Office of Education Standards…to good overall. Pease Bay Public Beach is set for a facelift. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Storm Surge Conference is now und...