Cayman Islands: Bubbles is missing from Marina Drive, across from Orange Drive. Missing since 9pm Wednesday 17 January. Update-FOUND

UPDATE: Bubbles has been found and in good health.

This 15-year-old pup is blonde, 8lbs, no ID but has a little bump on her right shoulder blade. She looks like a puppy but she is very high maintenance and has mild kidney failure and doesn’t do well without her medication

Please contact Kara on 325 3303 if you have BUBBLES

or may know something!

Or please just take her to the nearest vet for treatment,

no harm, no foul.

Any help would be much appreciated!

Cayman Islands DCI to Close Early Friday, 26 January 2018

The Department of Commerce and Investment (DCI) in Grand Cayman, including its Business Licensing Counter on the first floor of the Government Administration Building, will close at 12pm on Friday, 26 January 2018 to facilitate staff training.

DCI’s main office will reopen on Monday, 15 January 2018 at 8.30am, and the counter will reopen at 9am.

DCI staff apologise for any inconvenience the closure may cause. For more information please call 945-0943 or email [email protected].

Cayman Islands DVDL Offices Closed Tuesday, 30 January 2018

The Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing advises that all its offices (Breakers, George Town and West Bay) will be closed to the public on Tuesday, 30 January 2018 for the entire day. This closure is necessary to conduct staff training.

All offices will re-open on Wednesday, 31 January 2018.

The management and staff wish to apologise for any inconvenience this closure may cause.

STD Results in Less than 2 Hours?

STDs are the highest they have ever been with over 2 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases in 2016, according to the CDC. The CDC is calling for action to be taken to help with this outbreak and for prevention. Healthvana, the leading cloud based-technology platform, which has revolutionized communications between healthcare providers and patients, has answered the call with same day results for STD and health-related testing. Healthvana has collaborated with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and Cepheid, creating a solution which aims to improve patient and physician communications via its technology which will end the typical “5 to 7 day wait period” for an STD or health-related test results. Below are some fast facts:

Instant gratification is the new norm, but it is more important when it comes to your health.

Getting same day results from STD testing can increasingly stop the spread of diseases.

The new year is typically when physicians and clinics see a huge increase in STD testing.

Knowledge is power. Healthvana’s platform provides the patient with STD results, and for those who are infected, an opportunity to receive test results faster allowing the physician to fully educate the patient on next steps to getting treatment.

Cayman Islands NRA to reinstall Bobby Thompson Way traffic signal

National Roads Authority (NRA) crews will reinstall the Bobby Thompson Way traffic signal tonight (Wednesday 17 January). The signal fell last week due to a structural failure. The work will begin at 9 p.m. and run through until 6 a.m. Thursday morning (18 January). Motorist travelling in that area should exercise caution.

Update – Man named: Man Found Unresponsive in Cayman Brac, 9 January

From RCIPS Wed Jan 17 2018

Police can now confirm the identity of the man who was found unresponsive in Cayman Brac on 9 January (see below). He is Ioan Rosu, aged 54, of Finland.

The RCIPS offers condolences to the family of the deceased.

Sent: Tuesday, January 9, 2018 5:48 PM

Subject: Man Found Unresponsive in Cayman Brac this Afternoon, 9 January

Man Found Unresponsive in Cayman Brac this Afternoon, 9 January

Police can confirm that a man was found unresponsive at a residence on Song Bird Road in Cayman Brac just past 3:30PM this afternoon, 9 January. Police are on scene and the incident is under police investigation.

ENDS

Cayman Islands Family Resource Centre January/February Parenting Programmes

The Family Resource Centre (FRC) is delivering the following free Parenting programmes for families in January and February 2018:

■ Young Parent Services – 13-week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) parenting education programme for young parents and their infants/ toddlers – 8:30 a.m.-1p.m. (for dates please contact the FRC on the email/number below)

■ Family Skills Session – Information session on upcoming FRC Services – Wednesday, 24 January, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

■ Positive Discipline Workshop – six-week Parenting workshop designed to equip parents with positive discipline strategies to help manage children’s behaviours – starting Wednesday, 24 January, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.

■ Co-Parenting Programme – 10-week programme for families raising children between two separate households – starting Monday, 29 January, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.

■ Love Shouldn’t Hurt – Monthly psychoeducational sessions exploring the dynamics of Domestic Violence, starting Tuesday, 30 January, 12 p.m.-1 p.m.

■ Stop Now And Plan (SNAP) – 13-week programme teaching children with behavioural problems, and their parents to make better choices in the moment – starting Thursday, 1 February, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.

For further information, or to register for the above programmes, email [email protected] or call the FRC on 949-0006.

Cayman Islands: Recovered: Honda Civics Reported Stolen 4 December and 17 December

From RCIPS

The RCIPS would like to inform the public that the below vehicles which were reported stolen in December have both been recovered. We would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating these vehicles.

Honda Civic Reported Stolen, 4 December

Vehicle:

Make: Honda

Model: Civic

Year: 1995

Colour: Silver

Registration: 147 910

Honda Civic Reported Stolen, 17 December

Vehicle:

Make: Honda

Model: Civic

Year: 2000

Colour: Burgundy

Registration: 95 126

5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Shook Parts of Taiwan

By teleSUR

The quake struck the capital at 1:59 p.m. local time, the Central Weather Bureau said. There have been no reports of injuries, but according to witnesses accounts, building in downtown Taipei swayed slightly.

The Central Meteorological Bureau said the epicenter of the termor was nearly 12 kilometers north of Taipei City Hall. The quake had a depth of 140 kilometers.

The tremor was felt across multiple cities and counties, including Taoyuan, Hualien, Taichung, Central Hsinchu, and Keelung, as well as Nantou, Hsinchu, Miaoli, Changhua, Yunlin and Taitung counties.

IMAGE: The quake struck the capital at 1:59 p.m. local time.

The quake struck the capital at 1:59 p.m. local time. | Photo: Google Maps

For more: https://www.telesurtv.net/english/news/5.7-Magnitude-Earthquake-Shook-Parts-of-Taiwan-20180117-0006.html

Doc source on back problem affecting 1.6 million people

From prnews2.com

By Michelle Thompson [email protected]

One of the most common and debilitating conditions of the spine, symptomatic lumbar disc herniation, affects 2 percent of the population, or 1.6 million people, at some point in their lives, most often starting in people in their 30s and 40s.

When should you see a doctor if you start experiencing pain – the sooner, the better?

What parts of your body can this effect?

What are some of the symptoms?

Dr. Alfred O. Bonati, who has revolutionized the field of spine surgery and has created, patented and perfected minimally invasive laser spine surgery called The Bonati Spine Procedures, has successfully treated over 94% of his patients with complete satisfaction. Dr. Bonati has extensive knowledge in diagnosing and the treatment of symptomatic lumbar disc herniation along any back and spine pain injuries. The Bonati Spine Procedures are allowing his patients to live their life to the fullest all while being free of back pain.

Contact the write for more – see above.

Electrical outage on Friday, January 12th explained by Cayman Islands utility company

From CUC

On Friday, January 12th, 2018, customers in Frank Sound, North Side, East End, Bodden Town, Savannah, Prospect and some areas of George Town experienced interruptions to their electricity service between 7:20 a.m. and 8:27 a.m.

This interruption to service was caused by equipment failure within the transmission loop feeding the Eastern Districts during scheduled maintenance and upgrades of the back-up section of the transmission loop. This equipment failure affected the Company’s South Sound, Prospect, Bodden Town and Frank Sound Substations causing interruptions to customers’ service.

Approximately 14,337 of the Company’s 28,000 customers were affected. CUC apologizes for the inconvenience this outage caused.

NRA begins repairs on Cayman Islands Esterly Tibbetts Highway

On Wednesday 17 January, the National Roads Authority (NRA) will be completing a road reinstatement project on the northbound carriageway of the Esterly Tibbetts Highway.

Crews will be repairing the damages on the road, due to trenching, beginning at 9 a.m., and will run through the end of the day. Motorist are advised to use caution when driving in this area.

Road Closures for Cayman Islands Heroes Day 2018

The Cayman Islands Government, in conjunction with The Honourable Alden McLaughlin, MBE, JP, Premier; The Honourable Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, JP, Minister for Sports and The Honourable Dwayne Seymour, JP, Minister for Culture will be hosting National Heroes Day Celebrations in central George Town, on Monday, 22 January 2018 (Public Holiday) starting at 9:00AM.

This is a time when the country will reflect upon our proud past and embrace the future as a united people. The 2018 celebration will honour those who have made contributions to the field of Sports.

Due to this ceremony, the following roads will be closed as follows:

– From 7:00PM Friday, 19 January until 9:00PM Monday, 22 January, to allow for setup and breakdown.

– The roads will be temporarily re-opened from 12:00AM-12:00PM on Saturday, 20 January.

1. The top of Fort Street at the junction of Fort Street and North Church Street

2. The bottom of Fort Street by the Clock Tower

3. Edward Street at the junction of Edward Street and Main Street

4. The end of Edward Street, at the junction of Edward Street and Cardinall Avenue

5. Albert Panton Street at the junction of Albert Panton Street and Cardinall Avenue

Please see attached map depicting the specifics. Customers will have access to businesses and banking, for those establishments opened on Saturday and the Holiday Monday.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you have any questions regarding this event please contact the Protocol Office via email at [email protected] or by phone at 244-3612.

Banks accused of rigging Canadian rate benchmark

By: Yoel Minkoff, From SA

Nine large banks, including six from Canada, have been accused in a lawsuit of conspiring to rig the Canadian Dealer Offered Rate from Aug. 9, 2007, to June 30, 2014.

The institutions hoped to reduce interest they would owe investors on CDOR-based derivatives transactions in the U.S., including swaps and Canadian dollar futures contracts, and generate potentially billions of dollars of improper profits.

For more: https://seekingalpha.com/news/3322794-banks-accused-rigging-canadian-rate-benchmark?uprof=53#email_link

New Royal Caribbean Video

Royal Caribbean launched a new video, “Royal Caribbean Adventurist Shay Mitchell: Explores St. Thomas.” Actress and avid traveler Shay Mitchell shares her ultimate St. Thomas adventure, including snorkling with turtles and where you can discover a mysterious shipwreck.

View Video Here: https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/video/957/royal-caribbean-adventurist-shay-mitchell-explores-st-thomas/

Cayman Islands NRA to Extend Guardrail in East End

Beginning Tuesday 16 January the National Roads Authority (NRA) will begin work to extend the guardrail on Seaview Road in East End. The work is expected to be completed in two weeks.

Motorist are advised to use caution when driving in this area.

Cayman Islands PAC Public Hearing Wed Jan 17

The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee has scheduled a Public Hearing on Wednesday, 17 January 2018 at 10:00 am.

A copy of the agenda is attached.

Cayman Islands Food Recalls From Foster’s Food Fair

January 10 2018

Foster’s Food Fair-IGA would like to announce a recall on Stone Ridge Ice Cream Novelties due to possible contamination. The recalled products may be contaminated with Listeria.

Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria) is a foodborne disease-causing bacteria; the disease is called listeriosis. Listeria can invade the body through a normal and intact gastrointestinal tract. Once in the body, Listeria can travel through the bloodstream but the bacteria are often found inside cells. Listeria also produces toxins that damage cells. Listeria invades and grows best in the central nervous system among immune compromised persons, causing meningitis and/or encephalitis (brain infection). In pregnant women, the fetus can become infected, leading to spontaneous abortion, stillbirths, or sepsis (blood infection) in infancy.

Foster’s IGA carries Stone Ridge Ice Cream Novelties and has been affected by this recall. The affected products have been pulled from the shelves.

The products affected are as follows:

No other Stone Ridge Ice Cream Novelties branded products are included within this recall.

Customers should check the UPC’s on Essential Everyday branded products in their homes to be sure none of the affected product has been purchased. We encourage all customers who have purchased this product from any of our Foster’s IGA locations to return the affected product for a full refund. Please discontinue use of any affected product.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

January 9, 2018

Foster’s Food Fair-IGA would like to announce a recall on Essential Everyday Coat and Bake due to product mislabeling/mispackaging. The recalled products may contain undeclared milk.

Foster’s IGA carries Essential Everyday and has been affected by this recall.

The affected products have been pulled from the shelves.

The products affected are as follows:

No other Essential Everyday branded products are included within this recall.

Customers should check the UPC’s on Essential Everyday branded products in their homes to be sure none of the affected product has been purchased.

We encourage all customers who have purchased this product from any of our Foster’s IGA locations to return the affected product for a full refund.

Please discontinue use of any affected product.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out by email ([email protected]) or by phone (345-945-3663).

Cayman Islands ORIA Redevelopment Update

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (15 January 2018) Please be advised of the latest happenings at Owen Roberts International Airport as part of the Redevelopment and Expansion project:

North Arch Works & Foot Traffic Detour

To facilitate construction works in the north Arch zone, we have cordoned off a large section of entry and exit points of the terminal with external fencing to detour foot traffic toward “safe” and accessible areas. As such, departing passengers must now enter the terminal through the new check-in hall’s vestibule doors to gain access to all airlines. Additionally, visitors to the airport who may be meeting with CIAA employees or airline personnel, must also enter the terminal this way and call the recipient to meet by Delta airlines check in. We are advising the public to please pay attention to directional signage to help expedite the flow of foot traffic in and out of the terminal building.

Second Short-Term Parking Exit

We have constructed and opened a second lane in short-term parking for exiting the airport.

Retail and Duty Free Shops

Our retail and duty free concessions that were in the original terminal have now been closed and moved out to accommodate the renovations. The Runaway Bar in the Departures Hall is still in operation to serve light snacks and refreshments. We are looking forward to our new Concessions Programme, coming online in phases in the summer of 2018.

** END **

Cayman Islands: Bobby Thompson traffic signal update

The arm of the Bobby Thomson signal serving Huldah Avenue traffic fell off onto the road yesterday (Wednesday, 10 January 2018) morning following a structural failure. The National Roads Authority (NRA) is looking to have the arm repaired and reinstalled within two weeks’ time.

NRA advises motorists to be aware and look at the lights on the main poles, left and right when travelling on Bobby Thompson Way to the Huldah Avenue segment of the signal.

Officials at the NRA thank the public for its patience, as the Authority strives to improve the road network for the benefit of all users.

For more information, call the NRA on 946-7780, visit the website: www.caymanroads.com, or visit our new facebook page at facebook.com/nraroads.

Tethys Petroleum Limited (Cayman Islands) announces arbitration proceedings in Tajikistan

/KASE, January 11, 2018/ – Tethys Petroleum Limited (Cayman Islands), whose

shares are officially listed on Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE), has provided

press release to KASE dated December 30, 2017 ” that its subsidiary, Kulob

Petroleum Limited (“Kulob”), has been notified of the final arbitration award in

respect of Kulob’s interest in the Bokhtar Production Sharing Contract and

Joint Operating Agreement and Shareholders’ Agreement with Total E&P Tajikistan

B.V. and CNPC Central Asia B.V. pertaining to oil and gas exploration and

production rights in Tajikistan.” (in Russian) –

http://kase.kz/files/emitters/KY_TPL_/ky_tpl__reliz_301217_1.pdf

Always assumed the Cayman Islands was classy. Guess not.

Shedden Road in George Town

Watch video at https://www.liveleak.com/view?i=16b_1515816717#8E51IV5FX5CcAbJY.99

Cayman Islands Police Request Public Assistance to Locate Man reported Missing, 11 January

From RCIPS

Late Wednesday evening, 10 January, Police learned of a man who has not been seen by relatives for some time and are now seeking public assistance to locate the man.

39 year old Edward Hendricks Hyde, of West Bay, was last seen by a work colleague on Friday, 29 December, 2017.

He is described as medium built, about 5’ 8” in height, mixed race of light complexion.

The Police are conducting ongoing enquiries in an effort to locate Mr. Hyde.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call West Bay Police Station at 949-3999. Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777 or via the Miami-based call centre of Crime Stoppers at 800-8477(TIPS), or online at the link:https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=681.

Cayman Islands National Heroes Day 2018

WHO: Premier, Hon. Alden McLaughlin, MBE, JP; Hon. Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, JP, Minister for Education, Youth, Sports, Agriculture and Lands; and Hon. Dwayne Seymour, JP, Minister for Health Environment, Culture and Housing.

WHAT: National Heroes Day 2018 Celebrations (Official Parade and Ceremony), followed by Sports Exhibition in George Town Town Hall with displays from Cayman Islands Sports Associations.

WHEN: Monday, 22 January 2018, 9 a.m.

WHERE: Heroes Square, George Town (in front of the courts building)

PARTICIPANTS: Ministers, parade contingent, honourees, national heroes, guests

DLP to Visit Cayman Brac

Representatives from the Department of Labour and Pensions (DLP) will visit Cayman Brac on Wednesday and Thursday (17-18 January 2018) to assist clients with any issues or disputes.

The DLP officials will be available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, and will re-open that afternoon from 5 to 7 p.m. to serve clients after work hours.

On Thursday, employers and employees can meet with representatives from 9 a.m. until noon. The Cayman Brac DLP office is located at 256 Creek Road.

Appointments can be made by contacting Gene Hydes, Head of Inspections via email at[email protected] or by calling 244-4008. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Cayman Islands: Honda Civic Stolen in West Bay, 8 January

Just before 7AM yesterday, 8 January, police were informed that a 1999 white Honda Civic, registration number 125-514, was stolen from a residence on Powell Smith Road in West Bay.

The vehicle is white in colour with a black line on both sides of the vehicle and a small scratch on the right side of the trunk. It was secured by the owner around 7pm and was last seen at the location sometime after 9PM on 7th January. (Pictures of the actual vehicle are attached.)

Make: Honda

Model: Civic

Colour: white

Registration: 125-514

Anyone with information is encouraged to call West Bay Police Station at 949-3999. Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777 or via the Miami-based call centre of Crime Stoppers at 800-8477(TIPS), or online at the link:https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=681

Cayman Island Bitcoin Discussion Board Added

From Steemit

Since I couldn’t find one on the internet, here is a little forum for local Caymanians and visitors to discuss Bitcoin:

http://caymanbitcoin.com/forum/

No registration is needed to post.

SOURCE: https://steemit.com/caymanislands/@caymancrypto/cayman-island-bitcoin-discussion-board-added

Cayman Islands Seafarers Council Nomination General Meeting

“The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association wishes to inform all Members that there will be the yearly Council Nomination General Meeting, on Tuesday 16 January at 7:30 PM. in the Seafarer’s Hall, 11 Victory Ave. Prospect.

Buses will be provided from West Bay Town Hall at 6:00 pm”.

A Bus route has been added in George Town, leaving the Public library parking area at 7:00, stopping at Cayman Compass building and the Airport Fosters. The bus is marked Bobo $1 Public transport and is blue in colour, there is no charge.

Late Wednesdays for Cayman Islands DVDL in January

The Department of Vehicles and Drivers Licensing (DVDL) Crewe Road office will remain open longer one day every week in January 2018.

On Wednesdays, the office will open as normal at 8.30 a.m. but close later at 7 p.m.

All other days – Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays– the office will operate as usual from 8.30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cayman Islands Book Registry to Be Developed

One of the Public Library Service goals is to recognise local authors. At this time, published authors are encouraged to submit requested information to the Public Library Service (PLS) by 31 January 2018 in order to be a part of the first-ever Book Registry for the Cayman Islands.

In addition, the PLS is keen to provide the Cayman Islands community with as much information as possible about the author and their significant literary contributions.

To help accomplish their mission, the Public Library Service is partnering with CLM Publishing to compile and publish a registry of all locally authored books. Once completed, this Book Registry will be printed and distributed at various locations throughout the Islands. The intention is for the registry to be updated on a regular basis after the first publication.

Director of the Cayman Islands Public Library Service, Ramona Melody explained, “We are very excited about this project and look forward to getting the new Book Registry completed. However, in order to achieve this goal our first step is to gather as much information as possible about the local authors and the book(s) that they have written and published. We do hope that the local authors in the community will participate and provide us with necessary information for this project.”

For more information on how you can be a part of the local Book Registry and contact details for this project, please visit http://www.cipl.gov.ky. The deadline for submissions is 31, January, 2018.

YARA Restaurant Seven Mile Beach Grand Cayman

Cayman Islands: Natural Christmas tree recycling

The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) urges all Grand Cayman residents, who purchased natural Christmas trees; to participate in its annual Christmas tree recycling programme. This programme aims to reduce the amount of waste entering George Town Landfill by recycling natural Christmas trees into mulch.

DEH urges residents to remove all wires and ornaments from Christmas trees before they are placed into collection bins. The bins will be provided at the following locations until 19 January 2018.

• Ed Bush Stadium, West Bay

• George Town Cricket Field

• George Town Landfill public drop-off area

• Spotts Dock

• Entrance of Frank Sound Road

• Front of George Dixon Park, East End

Christmas trees will then be removed from the specified locations and shredded. Free mulch will be made available to the public at the George Town Cricket Field on Saturday, 20 January 2018 from around 8 a.m. Mulch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents are invited to come out early and to bring their shovels and bags for the removal of the mulch.

DEH further reminds the public that PET bottles, tin/aluminium cans, paper and cardboard can be deposited at any of its supermarket drop-off sites as part of its on-going recycling programme.

For additional information, please contact DEH’s Solid Waste Unit by telephone on 949-8793 or by email at [email protected].

Final Extension for all Cayman Islands Contractors to Register

The Builders Board has again extended, for the final time, the deadline for all local contractors to register with the board. The contractors’ deadline has been moved a full four-months from Thu (30 November 2017) to 31 March 2018.

All contractors will have to register to be able to seek permits or request inspections from the Planning Department after 31 March next year.

This registration requirement is for general and civil contractors, residential and building contractors as well as trade contractors.

For fees and registration forms, contractors should visit www.planning.ky/boards-all/builders-board.

Cayman Islands Public Holidays for 2018 Confirmed

The list of Cayman Islands Public Holidays for 2018 is now officially confirmed and released by the Deputy Governor’s Office.

The list is as follows:

New Year’s Day: Monday, 1 January 2018;

National Heroes Day: Monday, 22 January 2018;

Ash Wednesday: Wednesday, 14 February 2018;

Good Friday: Friday, 30 March 2018;

Easter Monday: Monday, 2 April 2018;

Discovery Day: Monday, 21 May 2018;

Queen’s Birthday: Monday, 11 June 2018;

Constitution Day: Monday, 2 July 2018;

Remembrance Day: Monday, 12 November 2018;

Christmas: Tuesday, 25 December 2018; and

Boxing Day: Wednesday, 26 December 2018.

MON JAN 15

WED JAN 17

DLP In Brac

Family Fun Day

The Garden Club of Grand Cayman presents a Family Fun Day at the Botanic Park on Sunday (21 Jan) from10am to 3pm.

MON JAN 22