Lodge #1543 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, located in Port Washington, recently honored Past Exalted Ruler Kathy Cush at a testimonial dinner dance. Over 100 Elks, community leaders, and public officials gathered at the lodge to honor Cush, dance to the music of Ralphie's Long Island Swing Band, and partake of a lavish buffet. Cush, the first female Exalted Ruler of this lodge, was one of three female Elks who joined the lodge in 1997, shortly after the organization was opened to female members. She served as Exalted Ruler from 2004-5, and previously functioned as Esquire, Secretary, and Leading Knight. She told The Port News, "It was exciting to be a pioneer." In answer to our inquiry, she said that everyone was very welcoming, and she felt no resistance or hostility because of her gender. FULL STORY

The Manhasset Bay Fall Series is a two-weekend, big boat series started back in 1979 when John Thomson, Jr. thought it might be a good idea to enjoy racing on Long Island Sound when the wind was at its best - during the fall. FULL STORY

In the first game, the Giants in Blue sponsored by Arena Sports defeated the Raiders in Black sponsored by Port Washington PBA by the score of 21-7. In the first period, Ryan Miller ran 30 yards for the touchdown and scored the extra point. In the third period, John Crawley ran 50 yards for the touchdown and Nick Duarte scored the point after. In the same period Crawley ran 10 yards for the touchdown and Duarte again scored the extra point. Also playing well for the Giants were Vincent Baglio, Kevin Beil, Christian Esposito, Ryan Reardon, John Stefan and Gregory Lollo. For the Raiders, Jesse Kaplan ran 40 yards for a touchdown in the first period and then scored the extra point. Also playing well for the Raiders were Jason Ades, Chris Costelli, Alex Gray, Shawn Kaimen, Kade Kenlon, Jack O'Connell and Jack Trunz. FULL STORY