3rd Zika case confirmed in Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands Health Department have confirmed a third imported case of Zika.

Acting Medical Officer of Health Samuel Williams-Rodriguez said the patient, a 30 year old female. had travelled to a country in the region where the Zika virus has been transmitted,between 11 and 19 June.

Four more cases are currently being investigated for Zika, dengue and chikungunya.

 

Cayman Islands police make 35 arrests during extremely busy weekend

From last Friday, 15 July, through this morning, 18 July, police made 35 arrests for various criminal and traffic offenses, attended motor vehicle collisions, executed warrants, and answered 254 of the 305 calls for service dispatched by the 9-1-1 Communications Centre. Of these arrests six were drug-related, three were for burglary, three for assault, and six were for driving under the influence (DUI) resulting from traffic operations executed around the island. Twenty of the arrests occurred on Friday alone. Some of this police activity is described below.

Coordinated work by Bodden Town CID detectives and Scenes of Crime Officers led to the arrest of a male juvenile, age 16, of Bodden Town last Friday, 15 July, on suspicion of six burglaries in Bodden Town in recent weeks. The juvenile is in police custody.

Also last Friday a man, age 38, of West Bay, was charged with Burglary and Handling Stolen Goods in connection with a burglary that occurred on 11 July in Snug Harbour. The man has been in Police Custody and will be in court today.

On Friday evening around 8PM, Bodden Town officers, K-9 and Uniform Support Group conducted a proactive drug operation at an address in Savannah during which a quantity of ganja was recovered. A woman, age 22, of George Town, and a man, age 25, of Bodden Town, were arrested on suspicion of Possession of Ganja, Consumption, and other drug-related offences. They are on Police Bail.

Early Saturday morning, 16 July, at about 2AM, a quantity of ganja was recovered and three people were arrested on suspicion of Importation of Ganja in connection with a canoe that had come ashore in Prospect. The three people, a woman, age 33, of West Bay, a man, age 22 of Bodden Town, and a man, age 22, of West Bay, are currently on Police Bail.

Just after 9AM on Saturday morning, uniform officers responded to a serious and violent domestic incident in West Bay, during which a man in possession of a knife and machete had assaulted a woman, who was bleeding profusely from her injuries. Officers quickly defused the situation after arriving, restrained the man and provided First Aid to the woman, who was taken to the hospital. The man, age 24, of George Town, was arrested and has been charged with Possession of an Offensive Weapon (two counts) and Wounding. He is in court today.

 

Cuban migrants in transit from Cayman Brac

A total of 26 migrants arrived in Cayman Brac on Saturday evening and departed early Sunday morning. This group comprised of 23 males and 3 females. All persons on board appeared to have been in good health and no one disembarked from the vessel.

 

CAYMAN ISLANDS IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT CLOSURE ON 5 August 2016

The Department of Immigration Headquarters, including Passport & Corporate Services, Visa Office and Front Counter, will be closed to the public for all but essential services on Friday 5, August 2016. Only work permit and permanent residence applications (including applications for permission to continue to work (PCW)) that must be submitted prior to 6 August in order to allow continued employment will be accepted.

Time sensitive applications for visitor extensions will also be accepted.

The Department will resume normal operations on Monday 8th, August and will also remain open to the public until 7.00pm on Wednesday 3rd, August.

The Department apologizes for any inconvenience the closure on 5 August may cause.

 

Five killed in Jamaica as vehicle plunges into gorge

By CMC From St Lucia online

CMC – Five persons were killed late Friday when the vehicle in which they were traveling plunged into the Bog Walk Gorge in the central parish of St. Catherine.

The police, who went to the scene early Saturday, reported that shortly after midnight (local time), the driver of the vehicle, with seven passengers, attempted to beat the traffic light, located on the Flat Bridge in the gorge.

According to eyewitness reports, the driver lost control of the vehicle which then overturned into the Rio Cobre.

The police say all seven were trapped in the vehicle, however one of the occupants managed to climb onto the roof of the vehicle and was rescued.

During the search and rescue operation, the bodies of five of the occupants were recovered – they were all pronounced dead at hospital.

The police are still processing the scene of the tragedy.

For more: http://www.stlucianewsonline.com/caribbean-five-killed-in-jamaica-as-vehicle-plunges-into-gorge/

 

Emmy®- And Golden Globe-Winning HBO Series “Game Of Thrones” to begin production on Season Seven this summer

Miami, FL., July 18, 2016 – The Emmy®- and Golden Globe-winning series Game of Thrones will begin shooting its next season later this summer. Production of the seven-episode seventh season will be based in Northern Ireland, while additional portions will be filmed in Spain and Iceland, with debut slated for summer 2017 on HBO.

Season seven directors will include Mark Mylod, Jeremy Podeswa, Matt Shakman and Alan Taylor.

Locations for shooting in Spain will include Sevilla, Caceres, Almodovar del Rio, Santiponce, Zumaia and Bermeo.

Last week, Game of Thrones received 23 Primetime Emmy® nominations, the most of any nominee for the third year in a row. This year’s nominations include Outstanding Drama Series, 2 for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Peter Dinklage, Kit Harington), 3 for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (Emilia Clarke, Lena Headey, Maisie Williams), Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series (Max von Sydow), 2 for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (Miguel Sapochnik, Jack Bender) and Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series (David Benioff and D.B. Weiss).

The seventh season of Game of Thrones is executive produced by David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, Carolyn Strauss, Frank Doelger and Bernadette Caulfield, with co-executive producers, Guymon Casady, Vince Gerardis, George R.R. Martin and Bryan Cogman and producers, Chris Newman, Greg Spence and Lisa McAtackney.

 

Red Bay Summer Roadworks Cayman Islands

Roadworks continue in the Prospect and Red Bay areas; to reconfigure the Red Bay roundabout and enhance the east-west arterial.

Most work is being done during off-peak times to avoid disruptions to traffic.

While work is being done, one of the lanes will be open for traffic as usual, but drivers may also use an alternate lane, as directed.

Please drive carefully, and pay attention to signs indicating lane closures or diversions.

Work in this area is to be completed before the end of August.

Click on images to enlarge.

 

COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)

TUE JULY 19

Cayman Islands Seafarers Association

“The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association wishes to inform all Members that there will be a General Meeting, on Tuesday 19 July 2016 at 7:30 PM. in the Seafarer’s Hall, 11 Victory Ave. Prospect. THU JULY 21

THU JULY 21

CNCF Cultural Jam

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CHARACTERS

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Timothy Hydes – Caymanian Sailor / Grandpa’s Grandson

Nettie Christian – Mama Liza’s Daughter / Dressmaker

Grandfather Daniel – Timothy’s Grandfather/Caymanian

Mama Liza – Nettie’s Mother

Sammie Hislop – Caymanian / Phillip’s Friend

Phillip Ebanks – Sailer / Fisherman / Caymanian

Leighton Ebanks – Phillip’s Dad

Isabel Blake – James’ Fiancée

Leila – Nettie’s Neighbor

John John – Leila’s Boyfriend

Maggie – Caymanian Child

Montgomery – Caymanian Child

Agnes Ebanks – Phillip’s Mother / Caymanian

James – Isabel’s Fiancé

Charlotte – James’ Mother

Basic Writing and Grammar Skills Part 1

The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a seminar on Basic Writing and Grammar Skills Part 1 at their offices in Governor’s Square on Thursday (21 Jul) at 9am. Sign up at caymanchamber.ky.

Community Meeting on Cayman Brac on Thursday, 21 July at Seamans Centre

On Thursday, 21 July, Acting Commissioner of Police Anthony Ennis and Chief Superintendent Kurt Walton will join Inspector Wendy Parchment, Area Commander for the Sister Islands, to hold an open meeting with the community of Cayman Brac.

The meeting will take place at Seamen’s Centre on Ashton Reed Drive at 7PM.

Please call the Cayman Brac Police Station at 948-0331 with any questions

THU JULY 28

Basic Writing and Grammar Skills Part 2

The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a seminar on Basic Writing and Grammar Skills Part 2 at their offices in Governor’s Square on Thursday (28 Jul) at 9am. Sign up at caymanchamber.ky.

World Hepatitis Day

Thursday (28 Jul) is World Hepatitis Day under the theme ‘It’s Up To You.’ Log on to caymanactive.com for information about local events.

SAT APRIL 30

Exercise Your Faith … WALK WITH THE LORD

St. George’s Anglican Church Mission, Outreach and Evangelism Team proudly presents

Exercise Your Faith … WALK WITH THE LORD” Saturday, April 30, 2016 Safehaven | 5:30am

Our Walk is scheduled for 6:00am on what we anticipate will be a bright Saturday morning among a group of dedicated individuals. You may or may not know that all proceeds will help fund the installation of an elevator in the Church Hall and we sincerely appreciate your contribution of KYD25.00.

July Events at Camana Bay

Next month’s public holiday on Monday, 4 July will have a fireworks extravaganza not to be missed. Kids won’t be bored this summer with a variety of camps for all ages, outdoor movies shown under the stars every Tuesday and a summer splash party with prizes to be won. Grownups will enjoy summer savings as the shops mark down prices for one day only and ladies will have the chance to enjoy a ‘healthified’ three-course menu. Moviegoers are also in for a real treat as Regal Cinemas shows the ballet classic, One Man, Two Guvnors.

For more details on our summer festivities, camps and offers; visit camanabay.com/summer.

Here is a quick look at our summer camps:

6th Annual Multi-Sport Camp

5 through 8 July (Week 1), 11 through 15 July (Week 2) and

25 through 29 July (Week 3)

8am-12pm

Camana Bay Sports Complex

Starfish Village Summer Camp

5 July through 25 August

8am-3pm

Starfish Village

Shutterbugs Photography Camp

Mondays, 11 July through 15 August (Ages 8-11) and

Fridays, 15 July through 19 August (Ages 11-16)

9am-12pm,

Picture This Studios

Budding Chef Summer Camp

11 through 15 July

12-1pm

Bon Vivant

8th Annual Basketball Camp

18 through 22 July

8:30am-4pm

The Arts & Recreation Centre

Here is a quick look at our special events:

End-of-School Kids Disco Party

Moonlight & Movies

Tuesdays, July through August

7pm

Gardenia Court

Patriotic Festival

Friday 15 July

6:30pm

Books & Books

Culture at the Cinema: One Man, Two Guvnors

Saturday 16 July

7pm

Regal Cinemas

Floetry

Wednesday 20 July

6:30-7:30pm

Books & Books

Summer Splash

Saturday 23 July

2-7pm

The Crescent