It’s Halloween, and you know what that means: sugar, sugar, sugar! Beginning in late summer, stores begin taunting and tantalizing us with prominently displayed festive treats conveniently packaged in small, easy to eat servings.
George Floyd, a black American, was murdered by Minneapolis police on May 25. The independent autopsy says that Mr. Floyd died of "asphyxiation from sustained pressure" when his neck and back were compressed by Minneapolis police officers during his arrest.
This week we continue our series bringing you some great properties right here at home where you can enjoy a well-earned break from the stresses and strains of lockdown.
On Friday, 5 June, officers had cause to execute a search warrant at an address at Fairlawn Drive in George Town in search of wanted man Simon Newball.
The Health Services Authority continues to lead the COVID-19 response as part of the Government’s national recovery plan with the further expansion of testing capabilities to include antibody testing and enhanced PCR capabilities with the new GeneXpert machine.
The Elections Office reminds the public that the next deadline to register to vote is Wednesday, 1 July 2020. Those who register by this date will be included in the Register of Electors and be able to vote from 1 October 2020 onwards.
Employers whose work permits expired since the shelter in place orders came into force (27 March) are required to apply for a renewal by 30 June 2020 to be in compliance with the law.
It’s been more than two months since many Caymanians have been unable to gather at places of worship. As with other social gatherings, churches have had to close their doors as part of efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the local community.
Water Authority offices reopened on Monday, 8 June 2020, offering full services. Offices will open Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM in Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac. The first hour of business, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM will be dedicated to the elderly and essential workers.
CIBC FirstCaribbean has assured its clients that its office building has undergone a thorough cleaning over the weekend, after one of its employees at its Main Street building tested positive for COVID-19. All of the bank’s offices were therefore able to open safely to the public in Monday morning.