Former Police Officer, Former Parliamentarian, Author, Patriot Born in 1927, in Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, Errington Watkins was a colourful, larger-than-life figure with a sense of humour and an activist spirit. A former police officer and parliamentarian, he led unsuccessful efforts by Abaconians to secede from The Bahamas ahead of independence. Errington passed away in… Continue reading Errington ‘Bumpy’ Watkins

Musician, Artist, Songwriter, Bahamian Philosopher Bahamas-born Eric Minns has led a broad and notable career as a musician/entertainer. He is well-known for the humour and island-spirit in his songwriting. Though he recorded some himself, most were performed by others. “Island Boy” was his biggest hit but his first was the award-winning “Fox Hill Gal” recorded… Continue reading Eric Minns

Lady Powell has contributed greatly to the sport of tennis in The Bahamas.

Retired RBPF Superintendent and Band Director Dustan Babb was the bandmaster of the world famous Royal Bahamas Police Force Band for many years, a position for which he received numerous awards and accolades. He joined the band in 1955, becoming a versatile musician on many instruments – although, he says the trumpet was amongst his… Continue reading Dustan Babb