Press Releases: January 2004

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HM Customs Sports and Social Club presented a plaque to Miguel Escalante, thanking him for photographing club activities. Published 2nd February, 12:00am

Education Department Inset Day

In-service training helps teachers upgrade their skills and enhance their professional development.  Published 2nd February, 12:00am

Justice Rowe Dies

The Chief Justice notes with regret the sudden passing of Justice Ira Rowe, member of the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal.  Published 28th January, 12:00am

Classes Begin for Master's Programme

The University of Portsmouth, England, programme equips participants with the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to become human resource professionals.  Published 28th January, 12:00am

CAA Places Lien on Aircraft

The Authority imposed a statutory lien on an Island Air aircraft for the recovery of unpaid airport dues.  Published 27th January, 12:00am

Work Permit Board Now Operating

The backlog of permit requests should be dealt with by mid-February. Published 27th January, 12:00am

Castro's Photographer to Show Video at National Gallery

Roberto Salas' "Cuba: Pictures from the Revolution" presents a rare insider's view. Published 23rd January, 12:00am

Education Ministry School Visits

The informal visits are an opportunity for the Minister and PS to show their support for students and faculty. Published 23rd January, 12:00am

"Upgrading Your Leadership Skills"

The seminar will cover 'managing' v. 'leading' employees; determining staff skill and motivation levels; and communication skills. Published 23rd January, 12:00am

Governor Opens Special Olympics Seminar

Participants at "Healthy Athletes Train the Trainers" were welcomed by HE and Mrs. Dinwiddy. Published 23rd January, 12:00am

Stamp Duty News

Another extension! Published 21st January, 12:00am

Cayman to Host Regional Special Olympics Workshop

Its purpose: to train health care workers on the specific needs of Special Olympics athletes.  Published 19th January, 12:00am

Members of Two Boards Named

Those appointed to the Work Permit Board and the Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Immigration Board have now been approved by the Governor in Cabinet. Published 16th January, 12:00am

Art@Governor's

HE the Governor and Mrs. Dinwiddy, the National Gallery and event sponsor Walkers, invite all artists and crafters to participate in what is becoming the Islands' premier arts festival. Published 15th January, 12:00am

Art Flix Presents Frida Kahlo

One of the most influential artists in the mid-20th century, she used self-portraiture to explore and express her feelings.  Published 15th January, 12:00am

Emergency Landing at Owen Roberts

The pilot of a private passenger aircraft reported that the aircraft's landing gear would not retract. Published 15th January, 12:00am

Need Land Cleared?

Don't miss the deadline to have the government bulldozer clear your Bodden Town farm land! Published 14th January, 12:00am

Sammy Visits the Lighthouse School

Students have a unique topic for circle time discussion! Published 14th January, 12:00am

US Meat Ban Limited in Scope

DoA assessed the risk of importing US meat products and then only banned "bone-in" ruminant meat and selected other meat products.  Published 7th January, 12:00am

Keeping an Eye on China's SARS Case

The World Health Organisation believes that the season's first case does NOT constitute grounds for issuing an alert or recommending travel restrictions.  Published 6th January, 12:00am

New Year's Honours

The Queen honours Mr. James M. Ryan, MBE, JP, Mr. Arek Joseph and Mrs. Angela Martins (profiles here); five receive the Certificate and Badge of Honour.  Published 6th January, 12:00am

Five Awarded Cayman's Certificate and Badge of Honour

Profiles of honourees Rachel Ebanks, Mexi-Ann Grant, Abrana Quintero, Trevor Watler, and Lynne Whittaker.  Published 6th January, 12:00am