Weird News: School Board Defends Nerf Ball Ban

Port Washington Board Scrambles to Justify Ball Ban

If at first you don't succeed, try again. That describes the actions of Port Washington School District officials who used two completely different explanations to justify a controversial recess ball ban at Weber Middle School that has garnered national media attention during the past five days. Read more here.

Related: Patch Story Sparks National Debate Regarding Child Safety

A story which Patch broke last weekregarding a controversial ball ban at Weber Middle School in Port Washington has sparked a national debate regarding child safety. Read more here.

Woodbury Man Dupes Mother-in-Law in Real Estate Scam

A Woodbury man was sentenced to one to three years in prison Thursday after tricking his mother-in-law into buying a $1 million home and using her to swindle $600,000 from several financial institutions, according to the Nassau District Attorney's Office.Read more here.

Stinkbug Population May Be Ready to Explode

If you notice a foul smell in your house, then notice your dog looking a bit sheepish, don't blame the pet. Blame the stinkbugs making a seasonal comeback in New York and most other parts of the country. Read more here.