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Photo special: Record turnout for Addison Kelly 5k

Thousands gathered in Camana Bay on Saturday morning for the third annual Addison Kelly Butterfly 5k Walk/Run to help raise awareness for mental health...
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Annual softball tournament brings the best from the region

Softball fans were treated to high-octane action at the sixth annual Cayman Softball Association Heroes Day Tournament, which featured men's and women's teams from across the region.
The then PC Richard Preston patrols paradise, where he encountered police corruption and obeah. - Photo: Richard Preston

UK cop’s book recalls tales of policing in ‘90s Cayman

A UK police officer once seconded to the Cayman force has written a book that describes pursuing a Colombian drug cartel and being cursed by an Obeah practitioner.

Cayman U17 girls looking for strong finish in CONCACAF tournament

The hopes of the Cayman Islands girls’ under-17 national team of advancing from the 2025 CONCACAF qualifiers were sacked after a pair of unfavourable results in the kick-off of the tournament.

Top F1 driver enjoying paradise: ‘George in George Town’

From the sunset views off The Ritz-Carlton hotel, to celebrity-created cuisine at the Cayman Cookout, Formula 1 star George Russell has been enjoying the tropics.
Emily Schubert showcases crankies to Cayman creatives. - Photo: Shanda Gallego

Storyteller ‘cranks’ out historic art form for Cayman creatives

Puppeteer and mixed-media artist Emily Schubert showcased an old form of storytelling known as 'crankies' to local creatives.

Tony Powell continues to preserve treasures from Cayman’s past

Beside the Heritage Kitchen on the waterfront in West Bay is an amazing treasure trove of Cayman’s past.

Gaelic season kicks off; teams donate to charities

The 2025 Cayman Islands Gaelic season is officially under way after a series of pre-season matches that featured 20 corporate teams competing in the Cayman Islands Gaelic Association Conyers Mixed 11s.

Caymanian singer James Geary auditions for ‘The Voice UK’

Caymanian singer, songwriter and musician James Geary has confirmed that he recently auditioned for the British singing reality competition, ‘The Voice UK’.

Opinion: Cayman has upset the odds to produce two golf champs

Cayman has stunned the golf world by producing two champions in four years - a feat that should be impossible for a country with only one 18-hole course, writes guest columnist and Sports Illustrated writer Bob Harig.
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Cayman U17 girls ready to ‘showcase their talent’ at CONCACAF qualifiers

The Cayman Islands girls’ under-17 national team is set to kick off their FIFA Women’s World Cup campaign at the upcoming 2025 CONCACAF qualifiers on Monday, 27 Jan.

56th Annual Agriculture Show to promote food security

Cayman's largest one-day Agriculture Show returns on Ash Wednesday, 5 March, at the Agricultural Grounds in Lower Valley. Now in its 56th year, the annual...

Chelsea Frederick’s sporting rise cut short after battling rare illness

Though her life was cut short, Special Olympian Chelsea Frederick will be remembered for many remarkable achievements, including her triumph in winning a medal...
Guests at the Beach Bash event at Rum Point were treated to Emeril Lagasse's piri piri shrimp bundles

Bam! Top chef Emeril Lagasse cooks up a storm at Cayman Cookout

Top chef Emeril Lagasse was one of the culinary hits of Cayman Cookout this year with a packed schedule on Seven Mile Beach and Rum Point.
Boyz2Men members work on a house in West Bay. - Photo: Supplied

Boyz2Men paint and repair house to give back to the community

The Boyz2Men programme, focused on empowering young Caymanians, was out over the weekend painting and repairing the home of an elderly resident in West Bay.

Jarvis salutes Hastings: ‘We’ve been playing golf together since we were 11’

Aaron Jarvis, who captivated his country after winning the 2022 Latin America Amateur Championship, experienced another triumph at this year’s event, only this time he was celebrating the win of countryman Justin Hastings.
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Wheaton’s Way

I emceed an event late last year that was mainly attended by guests from Cayman, Jamaica and other Caribbean islands. What immediately struck me was...

Cayman’s got talent: Aspiring broadcasters vie for TV news roles

More than 100 people from across the Cayman Islands auditioned for a variety of roles in television studio production during two days of screen...
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Delora Johnson jumps to CARIFTA qualification

Caymanian long jumper Delora Johnson has already secured a place on the Cayman delegation heading to Trinidad and Tobago.

From hockey rink to golf course: Hastings set for stardom

If someone had told Justin Hastings 15 years ago while he was all in for the sport of hockey that one day he’d be lining up against golfing greats like Tiger Woods at the US Masters, he most likely would have thought them crazy.
Chef Emeril Lagasse (r) serving at Beach Bash with his chef son EJ Lagasse (l) Cayman Cookout 2025

Chefs and guests celebrate culinary success of Cayman Cookout

Cayman Cookout was declared a resounding success by chefs, restaurateurs and ticket-holders alike as the 2025 festival went off without a hitch.

Community encouraged to sign up for Lions Club golf tournament

The Lions Club of Grand Cayman is set to host its annual golf tournament next month and hopes it will tee off with a full field of teams.

Tarrus Riley to perform ahead of Agriculture Show

Jamaican-American reggae singer and musician Tarrus Riley is set to perform at the Roots, Rock, Reggae concert on Saturday, 1 March, as a curtain-raiser for the 56th annual Agriculture Show.

Cayman golf star Hastings ‘so proud’ after winning place at US Masters

Cayman’s Justin Hastings won the Latin America Amateur Golf Championship in Argentina on Saturday, earning himself a golden ticket to the big time.The victory wins the 21-year-old a place at the three biggest tournaments in golf, including the US Open and US Masters.

Oly Rush eyes record 100-mile swim around the Sister Islands

Notable long-distance swimmer Oly Rush, who is considering taking on another extraordinary challenge, may find himself back in Cayman circumnavigating the Sister Islands.

Cayman golfer Hastings leads way into round three at LAAC

Cayman golfer Justin Hastings finished round two on Friday at the 2025 Latin America Amateur Championship as the top player on the green, scoring above 100-plus players.
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Cayman skipper targets World Cup in huge year for cricket

Cayman Islands cricket has the ‘chance of a lifetime’ to qualify for the T20 World Cup, says skipper Conroy Wright.
Lennox Turnham-Wheatley placed first in impressive fashion during the 2025 CUC Sea Swim. - Photo: Supplied

Turnham-Wheatley cracks 10 minutes at CUC sea swim

Lennox Turnham-Wheatley has emerged as the latest long-distance-swimming prospect after a top performance at the 36th annual CUC 800m and 400m Sea Swim.

Reggae legend Gramps Morgan among Capella lineup

Reggae legend Gramps Morgan will be among Caribbean artists performing at the  Capella Music Festival, set for 29 March at Camana Bay’s Festival Green.

Hundreds take to the streets to honour athlete Derek Larner

The life of athlete Derek Larner was remembered at the first annual memorial run named in his honour with over 600 participants.

Caymanian screenwriter advances in UK film industry

Aspiring screenwriter Roshane McField is making waves as the first Caymanian accepted into the National Film and Television School in the UK.
Cayman Arts Festival 2025 promises a diverse lineup of musical performances. - Photo: Supplied

Cayman Arts Festival 2025 promises diverse lineup

Cayman Arts Festival is set to deliver a host of musical delights to local audiences from 6-15 Feb. at various locations across the islands.

Wheaton’s Way

Well, here we are! It’s 2025 and I haven’t made a single resolution. I think this is the first time when I haven’t even considered...

Opinion: Collaboration is the key to success in anti-doping   

This week, the government of the Cayman Islands will host the fourth World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Caribbean Ministerial Forum in George Town.
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Shark chases fish to Samaritan anglers

If you didn’t see it, it’d be hard to believe that angler Rashad Goff, without a hook or line, caught a 30-pound permit jack.

What’s new in the 345

Whether it’s a restaurant, business, or product line, What’s Hot highlights what’s new in Cayman.
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England great Johnny Bairstow heads star-studded line-up as Max60 cricket returns

England’s fiery wicketkeeper batsman Johnny Bairstow and Australia’s big hitting opener David Warner are the headline stars of the next Max60 Caribbean tournament to be held in Cayman in March.

Conal Keane retires from national rugby team

The short but potent tenure as a player for the Cayman Islands national rugby team has come to an end for Conal Keane as he has announced he is hanging up the boots.

Let there be light

New healing therapy in Cayman proving popular on-island.

Football teams reshuffled to different leagues mid-season

The Cayman Islands Football Association announced major changes to their 2024-25 season, after Alliance FC's withdrawal from the Premier League and the merger of the men’s first and second divisions.

Indulge the senses at Cayman Cookout

A favourite instalment on Cayman’s culinary calendar, Cayman Cookout is back.
Back left, Olympic athletes Ronald Forbes and Jordan Crooks, along with seven Cayman youth athletes and former Sports Minister Bernie Bush, back right, at special dinner. - Photo: Supplied

Olympians Crooks and Forbes give back to Cayman’s next generation

Seven aspiring Cayman athletes were recently treated to a private dinner with Olympics athletes Ronald Forbes and Jordan Crooks.

Creating connections

Gram Bella’s offers creative community space in North Side.

Rapper Matisyahu to perform live in concert at Cayman Cabana

American Jewish singer, rapper, beatboxer and musician Matisyahu is set to perform live in concert on Saturday, 18 Jan. at Cayman Cabana, in conjunction with 7 Mile Society.

Caymanian boxing legend gets Hall of Fame nod

Caymanian boxing legend Charles 'Killa' Whittaker will be inducted into the prestigious Florida Boxing Hall of Fame Class of 2025, the organisers announced on Saturday, 4 Jan., in Fort Myers.
Cayfest by CNCF will be held 1-22 March to celebrate and showcase diverse art forms and traditions. - Photo: File

CayFest to return with three weeks of cultural celebrations

The CNCF has announced that its annual Cayman National Festival of the Arts, CayFest, will be celebrated over 20 days.

Fashionable fundraising

Catwalk for Cancer supports Cayman Islands Cancer Society.

Caymanian street food business goes global in VICE Munchies series

Cayman's D’s Pizza has been featured in the first episode of a docuseries produced by international media company VICE in partnership with the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism.

KJ bigs up Cayman’s youth

As a young Caymanian, being given the chance to have his own radio show is a dream come true for Kelvin Blanchard.

Fiesta de Agave celebrates Mexican elixir

Back in the day, tequila only seemed to be mentioned in the same breath as frat parties and legendary hangovers. But, over time, this...

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Winter events to add to your calendar.

Cayman Cookout makes exquisite return

This month marks the 16th anniversary of the Cayman Cookout culinary experience, running from 15-19 Jan. at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman.

Cayman team heads to Argentina in exciting start to year for golf

Cayman is looking forward to an exciting year for golf in 2025 starting with the biggest tournament of the year in Argentina in January.

Here are the best spots for New Year’s Eve fireworks

Cayman is set to put on spectacular displays of fireworks that will light up the sky this New Year’s Eve.

Cayman’s Seniors dance their way through the holidays

With hands in the air, hips swaying from side-to-side, senior citizens from across Cayman rocked the dance floor to the sounds of Henry Leslie and company during the 59th annual Rotary Club of Grand Cayman Boxing Day Lunch held at the First Baptist Church Hall on Thursday, 26 Dec.

Year in Review: Cayman’s top 10 sporting moments of 2024

Over the last 12 months, the Cayman community has witnessed some of the islands' greatest moments in sports, as well as arguably the most gruesome situation in recent memory.
Nasaria Suckoo Chollette puts pen to paper for a new illustrated poetry book, 'Buttered Bread and Callaloo'. - Photo: Supplied

Local storyteller releases new poetry book, ‘Buttered Bread and Callaloo’

Local artist, poet and storyteller Nasaria Suckoo Chollette has released a new illustrated poetry book, ‘Buttered Bread and Callaloo’, a collection of poetry for...

Year in Review: A recap of Cayman film stories

As 2024 draws to a close, the Cayman Compass has selected some of the most significant stories in Cayman film to emerge this year.

Cayman National Choir and Orchestra presents ‘Sleighbells and Seashells at Elmslie’

The voices of the Cayman National Choir and music from the Cayman National Orchestra echoed throughout the Elmslie Memorial United Church as the groups presented two evenings of carols and festive music at their annual Christmas Carol concert, themed ‘Sleighbells and Seashells at Elmslie’.

‘Cayman Drive-In’ brings drive-in movie experience to Agricultural Grounds

Curators of a new outdoor cinema and community event, 'Cayman Drive-In', are bringing the nostalgia of outdoor cinema back to the community with a soft launch which will open to the public on Boxing Day.

Christmas Wishes: A look back at Christmases past with TimeBack

Look at festive moments in recent history through the TimeBack project.

Wheaton’s Way

I had to head over to the UK at the beginning of December. My friend Lynne and I were helping my parents fly back...

Christmas Wishes: Celebrations of Christmas past

In days gone by, Caymanians created their own ‘white’ Christmas.

Christmas Wishes: Enjoy this Christmas cocktail with a Cayman twist

Indulge in a festive cocktail with this delightful drink from Door No. 4, where it is a highlight on the bar menu.

A night of celebration with Jordan Crooks

Downtown George Town on Saturday night was filled with the cheers of a crowd reliving the pride and excitement of watching Cayman's own Jordan Crooks break a world record twice in a day and become a world champion for the second time.
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How ‘perfect swim’ could propel Jordan Crooks to global superstardom

Jordan Crooks' electric world-record-breaking swim has made him an A-lister in the sport and created new opportunities for the young Caymanian, according to international pundits.

Broadbelt secures records in mega week for Cayman swimming

Obscured by the excitement surrounding the Cayman swimmers at the 2024 World Aquatics Championships, Sierrah Broadbelt was chopping down records of her own in the United Kingdom.

Christmas Wishes: A magical holiday season in Cayman

When it comes to making spirits bright, Cayman pulls out all the stops at Christmas.
Marriott International celebrated the 2024 edition of Masters of the Craft. Cayman's Gustavo Noborikawa was among the winners. - Photo: Supplied

Local pastry chef wins at ‘Masters of the Craft’ competition

Grand Cayman Marriott Resort Chef Gustavo Noborikawa has won the Marriott International's 2024 edition of 'Masters of the Craft' for pastry.

Christmas Wishes: Christmas gifts for everyone on your list

Cayman’s stores offer a wide selection of gifts for everyone on your Christmas list, no matter what budget you are working with. Check out these fabulous options.

Crooks and Rabess keep record pace at world championships

Though Jordan Crooks no doubt stole the show during the 2024 World Aquatic Championships, a pair of Caymanian women also shone in their events, setting records of their own in Budapest.

Christmas Wishes: Be Caymankind this Christmas

Help make spirits bright by supporting a local charity this season.

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