It's probably something you wouldn't notice unless it was pointed out - but when I was growing up, it was pretty common to see these at nighttime - so why now is it such a rarity?
They're creepy, they're crawly, they're microscopic, and they're sweet on your skin. Bed bugs are gross, and new research shows New Jersey is surrounded by them.
It seems every year, my wife and I argue about this problem. She demands I get management in to take care of this, and I point out that no matter how many different sprays we've tried, we never win the battle.
While summer brings along with it many fun activities, it also brings along a great deal of bugs. Use these tricks to make dealing with bugs easier this year.
There's a place along the Jersey Shore that's dedicated itself to showcasing some of the world's ickiest bugs, while educating visitors on the importance of their existence. It's called Insectropolis.
There is growing concern about another bumper crop of the insects this summer, which could increase the risk of West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis.