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11/7/09-
Poltergeist Setting House on Fire Up to 60 Times a Day
In Strasice, Western Bohemia, a family is calling for help from anyone who can discover the cause of several mysterious fires which are cropping up all over the house. The place has been inspected from head to toe and is not currently suspected of faulty wiring or foul play, but the story gets stranger the longer authorities remain.
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11/3/09-
The Demise and Ghost of Blackbeard
Blackbeard came in contact with another known pirate, Stede Bonnet sometime during late 1717 or early 1718 – a 'gentleman pirate' that amused Edward. He brought him aboard his ship (the 'Revenge') and enjoyed his company. At this time, he commanded four ships and was in charge of more than 300 men.
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11/2/09-
Bloody Mary and the Psychomanteum
“If you look into a mirror and say the name Bloody Mary thirteen times with the lights out, the ghost of a little girl will fly out and slit your throat,” or so goes one permutation of a tale told again and again throughout history of the legendary folk monster, Bloody Mary, the horror that will come from the other side of the mirror and kill you or maim you if you dare speak her name. Some versions of the story place Bloody Mary as the vengeful ghost of a woman whose children were kidnapped and murdered while others say it was a jilted lover who angrily killed her love interest and then herself in a bloodbath. But staring into mirrors to contact the other side was a method employed long before Bloody Mary.
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10/31/09-
Ghost Ships Around the World
Mary Celeste
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When it comes to ghost ships, some of the circumstances surrounding found vessels that were once lost or sunken often lead some historians and explorers to ponder on the fates of former crewmembers. In this article, you will learn about ghost ship legends involving vessels, such as the Mary Celeste in Portugal and Baychimo in the Arctic Ocean.
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10/31/09-
Ghost Ship Legends – The Flying Dutchman
From children's stories to the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, the Flying Dutchman is one of the most popular ghost ships in folklore. In this article, you will also encounter tales of ghost ships that have been seen haunting the Great Lakes, such as the Edmund Fitzgerald.
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10/31/09-
Ghost Ship Legends - The Lady Lovibond and Queen Mary
The mysterious seas create the perfect setting for plenty of tales centered on ghost ships and regional folklore. For example, the Caleuche was linked to local folklore and Chilota mythology – believed to haunt the waters located around Chiloe Island in Chile during the nighttime. Appearing as a striking sailing ship with sound of partying onboard, it is known to quickly disappear. Two other ghost ship legends are discussed in this article:
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10/29/09-
Haunted Cemeteries in New York State 6
Head for Suffolk County in Lindenhurst, where Mary O'Leary's grave gets quite a bit of attention in these parts. In this article, you will also encounter details regarding haunted cemeteries in Syracuse, Troy, and Utica.
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10/29/09-
Haunted Cemeteries in New York State 5
Calling Ozone Park its home for more than a century, the Bay Side Cemetery is a Jewish burial ground that has suffered disrepair and vandalism over the years. In this article, learn about the strange happenings connected to this graveyard, as well as others located in the New York State region.
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10/28/09-
Haunted Cemeteries in New York State 4
At the Albany Rural Cemetery in Menards, people have reported seeing frightening black figures that come in various shapes and sizes, like vehicles, men, and unexplainable large masses. These figures seem to appear at dusk. A strange transparent couple that looks to be floating throughout the cemetery at night and wearing pajamas is also part of the allure of visiting the cemetery.
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10/28/09-
Robert the Demon Doll
In any era there is the tale bearing the phrase Caveat Emptor, or “buyer beware.” And as the culture of buying and selling changes, so does the nature of paranormal activity resulting from ill thought out buys and deals too good to be true. Of course one of the most disturbing of these stories is the haunted doll story. Or course as with many urban legends, the best of these stories is based on actual events. Several of these stories have popped up on the internet over the past few years, sparking many to give pause before making a purchase on internet auction sites, or accepting a gift, particularly if what the buyer is purchasing is a spooky looking doll.
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10/28/09-
Latoya Jackson Sees Michael's Ghost
Michael Jackson’s ghost was spotted by Latoya, in what many are calling Michael’s last “Thriller” act. Latoya, who’s relationship was once thought to be quite rocky with MJ, claims the ghost also flicks on and off lights and makes appearances for both her sister Janet and her manager Jeffre. The appearance may sound like something out of one of Michael’s music videos, but these sightings come as no surprise to several fans, who claim the King of Pop has made an attempt to contact them as well.
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10/27/09-
Haunted Cemeteries in New York State 3
When it comes to old cemeteries, there's no telling what can take place in the middle of the night. As for the Hollen Beck Cemetery in Jamestown, people have been buried at this site since the 1700s. In this article, you will also learn about haunted tales surrounding graveyards in Latham, Long Island, and Lockport.
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10/27/09-
Haunted Cemeteries in New York State Region 2
When traveling in the New York State region, you will find an assortment of scary stopovers if you're interested in ghost hunting or locating paranormal activity. Cemeteries are the perfect places to hunt for the unexpected. For example, in Hannibal, you may come across some of the 'strange balls of lights' reported to appear in the local graveyard. Other haunted locales in this article include Dewittville, Frewsburg, Yonkers, and Grand Island.
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10/27/09-
Haunted Cemeteries in New York State 1
At the Widow Susan Cemetery, tales surround the site as a place that affects cars in the weirdest way. For starters, people have been making their way to the top of the hill before you reach the cemetery to try out a superstition. In this article, you will learn more about the superstition and other ghostly encounters found in haunted cemeteries in New York State.
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10/26/09-
Haunted Heritage of America
America’s history is integrally linked with the paranormal on several levels. From the visions Washington had of a free America at Valley Forge to the “Fortune Teller” Tricky Richard Nixon employed, the supernatural has permeated the flow of history in a very public way. Unfortunately, these aspects of our past are often omitted from most contemporary interpretations.
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10/25/09-
More Halloween Events in the Los Angeles Region – 2009
In Los Angeles, the city offers you an array of Halloween thrills with a haunted hayride, haunted pumpkin patch mazes, and cemetery tours that take you to the gravesites of Hollywood legends. In this article, you will learn the dates and times of popular events and activities to bring in the holiday in style.
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10/25/09-
Halloween Events in the Los Angeles Region – 2009
From checking out local haunted houses to listening to frightening ghost stories, Los Angeles is known for playing host to an entertaining assortment of Halloween activities and events. In this article, you will learn details regarding the Fright Fair ScreamPark & Harvest Festival; House at Haunted Hill; and spooky mines.
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10/25/09-
2009 Halloween Events in New York City – Oct 29 to Oct 31
In New York City, an assortment of locations takes part in the festivities, offering places to take the kids trick-or-treating and chances to listen to ghoulish local tales. In this article, you will encounter some of the events taking place for Halloween, including a get-together brewing at the American Museum of Natural History.
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10/25/09-
Halloween Events in New York City – 2009
Whether you're a fan of vampires or elaborate haunted houses, New York City certainly has plenty of activities and events for you to celebrate Halloween in style. In this article, you will encounter local get-togethers, including the Bloody Manor Haunted House and a haunted house at the Vortex Theater.
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10/24/09-
Boulder's Haunted History
Boulder Colorado has a long history of tragedy, resulting in several locations being haunted throughout its walls. Both friendly and unfriendly ghosts appear to stalk the halls of Boulder’s haunted buildings, and the history of the specters within is as diverse as the history of the living locals.
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10/23/09-
What Are Ghosts Really?
With shows about ghost hunters popping up all over cable television networks, it’s easy to understand why interest in the ‘profession’ is at an all time high. Of course there are a few fundamental questions that are rarely addressed about ghosts as a paranormal phenomena. The purpose of this examination is not to call into question the existence of ghosts, but rather to explore their nature.
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10/23/09-
Blood Point Road: Highway from Hell
Illinois has a long history of haunted buildings, towns, and campsites, but some are surprised to learn of the haunted roads snaking throughout the state. One of the most notorious of these is Blood Point Road of Cherry Valley, IL. This road, long avoided by the more skittish locals, has gained for itself a terrifying reputation, and some have even said Blood Point Road is the most terrifying road anyone could find themselves on in the middle of the night.
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10/19/09-
Kentucky's Haunted Institute
When people think of Kentucky they think of the beautiful towns and cities such as Louisville, Lexington, and Covington. Little do most people know, the history of Kentucky is wrought with bloodshed as well as beauty. And though some places are off limits to visitors, there are plenty of places where the darker reaches of Kentucky's older locations have manifested spirits unlike anything seen in the daylight. And Kentucky has its own share of urban legends to go along with these ghosts. And of the locations in Kentucky, none strike fear into the hearts of locals of Breathitt county as the Salyersville Haunted Bible Institute which has a long history of activity.
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10/18/09-
UK's Haunted Havens
Whether you’re visiting the UK or have been a resident for years, the ghosts of the departed can be seen, or at the very least felt by anyone who reaches into the recessed shadows into another world. Those brave enough to wander the grounds of some of the United Kingdom’s most haunted locations will not be disappointed in their search for spirits. Berkshire’s Prospect Park is host to the ghost of a spectral woman who pushes a pram (old fashioned baby carriage) and navigates it well despite her lacking a head. And that’s just scratching the surface of what the Old World has in store for visitors
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10/17/09-
Call From Beyond: Urban Myth Rings True
A little over a year ago, on the 12th of September at 4:22 in the afternoon, a commuter train crashed in San Fernando Valley in California. The train wreck was a tragic loss of 25 lives, one of which was 49 year-old Charles. E. Peck. The tragic loss of Peck’s life was not enough, however, to keep him from making 35 phone calls from his cell phone to family members over the course of the next 12 hours. It was indeed an eerie afterthought when Peck’s body was discovered and the coroner ruled that Peck had died instantly during the wreck.
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10/17/09-
Michigan's Myriad Hauntings
Ever since Michigan was first settled by the Chippewa, the Potawatomi, and Wyandot Indians, it has been a place known for its spirits and ghosts. Spectral entities seem to lurk around every corner. From Addison where the ghost of a girl spins a pinwheel without the assistance of a breath of wind to Ypsilanti where drivers spot an eerie nurse walking disjointedly down the road only to have her vanish after being passed, the ghosts of Michigan have scared up quite a reputation.
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10/16/09-
The Devil Went Down to Georgia
The Berry College Campus in Northwest Georgia is normally a place of growth and development, and this time of year when the jack-o’-lanterns come out and the local fraternities host bake sales for Halloween charities, is no exception. But elsewhere on the college’s campus, fear was developing, as the tortured sounds of an exorcism cracked through the hallways. Now the campus is dealing with the aftermath of this terrifying ordeal.
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10/15/09-
San Antonio's Strange Tales of the New Old West
San Antonio has a long history of bloodshed, and it is of no surprise to local historians that the place manifests an enormous level of paranormal activity. At sunset the street lamps buzz on and the tourist nightlife comes alive from every corner of the city, but deep in the recesses of shadow enveloping several of the haunted locations in the surrounding area, something stirs beyond the realm of human explanation. San Antonio is a town with a life of its own. And some say there’s quite a literal interpretation to that statement. With over sixty confirmed haunted locations within its boundaries, some of the old west walks, if not lives, there today.
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10/13/09-
Halloween Hunt for Haunted Hotels in US 2
While Halloween is the perfect time to explore known haunted sites in the United States, you may want to double your pleasure by checking into a hotel possessing a reputation for ghosts and/or strange occurrences. In this article, you will learn of a couple hotels that may provide a hauntingly fun experience this Halloween or any other time of the year.
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10/13/09-
Halloween Hunt for Haunted Hotels in US 1
During the Halloween season, many people turn their attention to the haunted locations scattered across the United States. If you're looking for a place to step into for a moment and capture the vibes of the undead, what better site than an old hotel? In this article, we will list a couple of establishments that have a reputation for resident ghosts and strange happenings.
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10/12/09-
The Haunted Tales of Fordham University
Fordham University is a private educational institution located in Bronx, New York City. In 1841, the university was founded by the Roman Catholic Diocese of New York, bearing the name of St. John's College, but has since become an independent place of learning known across the nation for business administration and liberal studies. But, have you ever heard of the haunted tales surrounding the school?
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10/11/09-
Haunted Hotels and Inns in New York City
If you find yourself in the Staten Island or Manhattan region, you'll find an assortment of haunted hotels and former places of lodging to explore. This article continues to explore haunted hotels in the NYC region – from the New York University campus to the site where an unhappy marriage turned worse.
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10/11/09-
Haunted Hotels in New York State
When paranormal hunters travel the East Coast and find themselves in New York State, they may want to enhance their stay by choosing accommodations that provide a chance to explore haunted spaces. In this article, you will learn of a few places in NY that offer lodging with resident ghosts and uninhabitable sites with a history of odd happenings taking place.
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10/8/09-
Haunted Museums in NY State 1
If you are a local paranormal hunter or traveler to New York, you may want to check out the activity taking place at the located in American Museum of Moving Image in Queens, Roberson Museum and Science Center in Binghamton, and the Seneca Falls Historical Museum in Seneca Falls.
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10/8/09-
Haunted Museums in NY State 2
If you've ever dreamed of becoming a homerun slugger or admired the agility and power of Babe Ruth, Joe Di Maggio, or Jackie Robinson, then a trip to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, is probably an ideal attraction for you. In this article, you will also learn about the paranormal tales associated with the Fort William Henry Museum in Lake George and the Merchant House Museum in Manhattan.
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10/8/09-
Haunted Museums in NY State 3
Plan on traveling to Ogdensburg, Palmyra, or Victor anytime soon? If you enjoy paranormal tales and resident ghosts at the museums and attractions that you visit, consider the following sites explored in this article: the Frederic Remington Art Museum in Ogdensburg, Phelps Museum in Palmyra, and the Valentown Museum in Victor.
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10/6/09-
The Housing Market Just Got Scarier
“This old house is haunted. There’s no question about that.” The now famous adobe structure has been featured on several news media outlets, and ghost hunters have been examining the structure for over two years. In that time several investigative teams, including the West Coast Ghost and Paranormal Society (WCGAPS) have concluded that the house is haunted, though by what is still unknown. Many suspect an old woman who died, and cooks in the kitchen. But could this much paranormal activity really be attributed to only one ghost? The haunted nature of the house is, however, being spun as a positive thing, and it is getting much attention.
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10/2/09-
Deceased Patron Putting Pub in Poorhouse
Janice McCormick is sick and tired of the mysterious beer pouring spirit in her pub topping off the pints of regular customers. One could ask a fellow customer if a glass was half empty or half full, and while trying to settle the bet with their back turned to the glass, find it completely full when they turn back. It’s a perplexing mystery, but Mrs. McCormick is less interested in solving it, and more interested in this generous ghost pouring away her livelihood.
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9/30/09-
Patrick Stewart Sees Ghost While on Stage
There was one audience member in the Theater Royal in Britain who had no ticket when Patrick Stewart spotted him during a lively performance of Samual Becket’s ‘Waiting for Godot,’ and likely also no pulse. Though any thespian in the arts has had the experience of putting on a show in front of a dead audience, the concept was quite literal thanks to this singular paranormal patron.
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9/17/09-
Miamitown Paranormal Fest
On Saturday, October 10th, 2009, from 11a.m. to 7p.m., Miamitown Ghost Tours and the Miami Historical Society of Whitewater Township will be hosting the first annual Miamitown Paranormal Fest. Vendors from all over the Cincinnati community and the paranormal community are coming together for this event!
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9/15/09-
What is a Ghost? (Part 3) Parapsychologists and Their Tools
A parapsychologist is someone who studies the evidence for a psychological phenomena. In this article I'm going to discuss the types of tools a parapsychologists use at ghost hunting sites. These people take things from a scientific point of view. They need to prove or disprove, but are they using the right equipment? Using EMF meters, infrared film, tape recorders, and temperature measuring devices, these men and women spend hours, weeks or years trying to scientifically document a haunting.
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9/15/09-
What is a Ghost? (Part 2) Characteristics of Hauntings
In the article before, I described what a ghost is. I got into their behavior and the way that they react to us if they come across us. Also I got into how a ghost perceives its surroundings. Now I'm going to get into how a ghost is distinguished, what mark or trait it leaves behind and what it takes for a ghost to appear to us.
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9/14/09-
What is a Ghost? In Remembrance of Patrick Swayze's Greatest Role
I was searching the web for some news to write about. As I was surfing the web for news, I just stumbled upon the sad news that Patrick Swayze has passed away at age 57. One of the greatest movie Patrick Swayze ever made was "Ghost." In this article I'm going to discuss ghosts. What are ghosts? Why are they here? How do they contact us? How do they appear to us? What are they doing here? I will get into these topics and more today.
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9/11/09-
Ghost Brings "Ghost Car" to Hauntings
Newark, Ohio, homeowners call the Ghost Hunters Ohio Search Team after experiencing an ongoing haunting. The haunting occurred in their home that was built in 1898. The haunting included sounds, visual anomalies and a "ghost truck" that seems to "come home" once in a while.
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8/11/09-
Paranormal Convention coming to Miamitown, Ohio
The Miami Historical Society of Whitewater Township and Miamitown Ghost Tours will come together to bring the paranormal community into Cincinnati! Ghost tour founders, Michael and Jeff Morris, will be hosting the first ever paranormal convention in Miamitown, Ohio on October 10, 2009.
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7/15/09-
Unexplainable Movie Facts and Trivia: Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
When it comes to unexplainable events and haunted house movies based upon true stories, moviegoers perk up with intrigue because the events cause the unknown to seem more and more like a possibility. In this article, you will encounter the facts and trivia surrounding a movie recounting the experiences of a real family that has been grabbing the attention of paranormal enthusiasts all over.
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7/15/09-
Haunting in Connecticut (2009) – More Movie Facts and Trivia
What would you do if an evil spirit inhabited your new residence? For the Campbell family depicted in "Haunting in Connecticut," strange occurrences were enough to nearly drive an entire family crazy and in fear for their lives. In this article, you will learn trivia and facts concerning a recent movie that takes a look at a haunted house and it's evil past – all of which is based on true account.
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7/9/09-
Paracon 2009 – Canadian Ghost Conference
If you don’t have any plans set for August 6th to 7th and feel like doing a little traveling, consider a trip to the city of Sarnia, where Paracon 2009 is scheduled to take place. This Canadian-American ghost conference will not only allow you to explore the southern shore of Lake Huron, but also take part in special events, including readings given by local criminal psychic Robbie Thomas.
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6/26/09-
Ohio Paranormal Convention (August 14 –16, 2009) I
If you're a fan of the paranormal and plan on being in the Dayton, Ohio area during the month of August, then a trip to the Ohio Paranormal Convention (held between August 14th and 16th, 2009) sounds like the perfect outing for you to explore. So, mark your calendars and make arrangements to gather at the Hara Arena for an event that will ultimately benefit the Ohio Historical Preservation Office.
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