“Oh what a tangled web we weave,
When first we practise to deceive!”

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FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Those along the Atlantic Coast aren't thinking about Sir Walter Scott, the prolific Scottish poet, but his famous words still ring true.

Residents of West Virginia and much of the Mid Atlantic region may have noticed a larger population of white moths this summer. But what’s even more noticeable are the countless web-like pouches that are covering the branches of trees throughout the region.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. -- Chris Gillingham is serious about fighting crime.

If that means jumping out of bed at 2 a.m. and chasing trouble causers down the street in his underwear, so be it.

That's exactly what happened early Monday morning. The Meadville fireman looked out his bedroom window and saw two guys running across his lawn as the alarm blared from his car.

He was angry and sprung into action. "I ran out in my underwear to try and catch them," Gillingham said.

Beachgoers at Good Harbor Beach take in the large waves caused by offshore storms. The city is urging residents and visitors to stay out of the water after dangerous conditions forced lifeguards to rescue a dozen people Tuesday.

Patricia Coppock, owner of Anderson Costumes, shows off one of her favorite outfits for partygoers. This Halloween season will be her last in the business after 33 years of customizing special costumes.