As the 76th Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby heads into the final week of competition, a day 40 years ago is on a lot of fishermen’s minds — the Columbus Day blitz.

The Vineyard's high school golf team tied for second place out of 11 teams in the annual Vineyard Invitational, held Sunday at the Vineyard Golf Club.

Mr. Reisman died suddenly early Monday, his wife Paula Lyons confirmed. He was 79 and was a columnist for the Vineyard Gazette.

The inaugural Martha's Vineyard Oyster Fest featured two days of happiness on the half-shell, with a host of tastings, panels and perfect weather.

When asked how many bands will be performing at this year’s LadyfestMV on Saturday night, co-founder Rose Guerin answered: “A million.”

There is a particular type of cruelty the fishing gods dole out, especially during the derby.