Weird News of Week: Green Pond Mystery, Naked in Quogue

As a local news organization, Patch covers stories of all kinds, from heartbreaking tragedies to inspiring tales of community brotherhood. But some stories are just plain weird. Here are some of the stranger headlines from the past seven days.

One year after an East Hampton pond turned a bright flourescent green, officials said they are still not sure what caused the water to change hues. While a dye remains the biggest candidate, some officials continue to think an algae bloom was the culprit.

A Southold cop driving a drunk man home to sleep it off got a nice present in return for the ride: The man stole his keys.

Police said the man pocketed the keys to the officer's personal vehicle at some point during the transfer.

Any new business launching is good news in this economy, but you have to admit this concept is not your average one. Owner Dan Silberman is set to open Mancaves in St. James, a business devoted to constructing or outfitting these areas for the men of the house.

If you have a man cave of your own, .

Overhead On the Police Scanner: The Hustler

We heard this on the police chatter in the Quogue area this week.

"Male caller says woman refuses to give back his clothes after he broke her pool stick. Unclear if man has any clothes on."