The Week In Review in Port Washington

Town Clerk Candidates Square Off at LWV Forum: In an election year where voting districts and party affiliations have changed for some in local races, candidates Wayne Wink and Leslie Gross explained to voters Wednesday why they are best suited for the job of North Hempstead town clerk.

Port Washington Middle School Policy Mocked by Saturday Night Live: Capping a week of national media attention regarding a controversial recess ball ban, Weber Middle School was the subject of a comedy sketch by NBC's Saturday Night Live this past weekend.

Cops: Man Steals Thousands from Jericho Bank Using Fake ID, Fails in Manhasset Attempt: A Queens Village man used a fake identification to withdraw $25,000 out of a customer's account at the Jericho Chase Bank branch on Sept. 29, according to  police.

Town Dems Unveil Plan For Future; 'Superficial' Says Opponents: "Superficial" is the word used by Republicans to describe a plan outlined by Democrats this week regarding the direction of the Town of North Hempstead.

Manorhaven Elementary Receives Grant For Running Program: Manorhaven Elementary School recently recieved the ING "Run for Something Better" grant to help sustain the successful Manorhaven Milers running program at the school.

Bill Introduced to Eliminate Fee For Veterans Designation on NY Licenses: A bill to eliminate a Department of Motor Vehicle-imposed driver's license fee on veterans has been introduced in Albany.

Port Washington Boys Cross Country Wins Division Title: The Schreiber Cross Country team won the Nassau County Division IB championship Wednesday,  finishing the regular season undefeated.

DeGiorgio: Budget 'Bait And Switch' Tactic by Interim Supervisor Possible: Objecting to what she is calling a “fraudulent bait and switch” tactic to break Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s two percent cap on tax increases, Councilwoman Dina DeGiorgio and other local officials are urging Town of North Hempstead Interim Supervisor John Riordan to schedule the vote on the town budget prior to the Election Day.

Weber Fall Sports Teams Dominating at Season's Midway Point: Midway through the 2013 fall season, Weber Middle School students have been enjoying success on in football, soccer, field hockey fields, tennis and cross country.