The 5 things you need to know this week are:

1) We are thinking of our family, friends, clients and neighbours as Hurricane Irma continues to devastate the Caribbean. Cayman’s Red Cross is appealing for donations to help those in the Caribbean affected by Irma.

2) The Cayman Islands Humane Society has put out an urgent call for foster families, in light of Hurricane Irma.

3) The Cayman Islands Port Authority has announced that the port is operating as usual, despite false reports circulating online.

4) Get your tickets now for ‘Sistahs‘, a play filled with Caribbean flavor taking place at the Prospect Playhouse.

5) The Young Caymanian Leadership Award Committee have announced their 5 finalists for this year’s award.

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