Hon. Alden Mclaughlin, M.B.E., J.P., M.L.A. Leader of the Opposition / Political Leader of the PPM
Once again we pause amidst the noisy rush of life to celebrate the birth of Christ our Savior. Despite the commercialisation of the modern Christmas season with all its stresses and strains and expense, for those of us who believe…
FedEx holiday package volume up from 2010
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Tiera Washington’s workload doubled during the holiday rush at UPS’ largest air hub, where seemingly endless streams of packages are sorted and shipped as the peak season puts the package delivery company to the test. The…
The Publisher Speaks: My Christmas message
Christmas Greetings to all family and friends, also to visitors to these beautiful Cayman Islands. What a year 2011 has been. For some it has been a very difficult year. A lot of us are going through one of the…
Christmas message from H.E. The Governor Mr Duncan Taylor, CBE
I wish you all a Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year 2012! This is always a special time of year. Its significance is different for all of us. But there is a common thread. This is a time for…
Nothing but honey for winners of annual spelling bees
It’s all about the bragging rights as annual spelling bees brought out the best of the best from Cayman’s primary and secondary schools. The events were held at Prospect Primary School hall on 30 November 2011 and 1 December 2011…
Eight US soldiers charged in death of bullied comrade
NEW YORK (AP) — Even before the Army sent him to Afghanistan, supporters say, Pvt. Daniel Chen was fighting a personal war. Fellow soldiers at a base in Georgia teased him about his Chinese name, crying out “Chen!” in an…
New set of wheels for Sunrise Centre
Just in time for the season the Sunrise Adult Training Centre has received a brand new bus that enables it to transport clients with ease and convenience on the Cayman roads. On Friday, 16 December 2011 the new Sunrise Director…
The Editor Speaks: Cellphones in cars, DART, the premier is amused – the editor is not, lost NOT found
In an Associated Press article by Joan Lowy published on 15th Dec., the writer suggests, “When someone is talking to you, your brain is listening, processing and thinking about what’s being said — even if you’re in the driver’s seat…
Census workers thanked by the Governor
Participants in the 2010 Census exercise, including nearly 100 census workers, received thanks during a pleasant evening of camaraderie. His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Duncan Taylor, CBE presented certificates of appreciation to mark the efforts of participants in the census…
Five killed in plane crash on major NJ highway
HARDING, N.J. (AP) — A small plane headed for Georgia crashed Tuesday on one of the New York City area’s busiest highways, spiraling out of control and losing a section of the aircraft before hitting the wooded median strip and…
