In 1906, Ella Zerbey Elliott published “Old Schuylkill Tales,” a collection of events, traditions and anecdotes of the early settlers of southern Schuylkill County. One of Elliott’s tales seemed ...

Very little of the chatter on social media takes up the real lore that makes the region so rich in spooky storytelling.

The Redstone buildings are eerily quiet on weekdays during the government shutdown. As Halloween looms Friday, it’s time to ...

In downtown Burnsville, the ghost-seeking crowds gather near Roland’s Bar at the NuWray Hotel. Henry, a scenic designer by day, arrives in dark clothing, heavy rings and a feathered hat, carrying a ...

I apologize for writing a third column on Ella Zerbey Elliott, but I confess I’m fascinated about her stories in “Old Schuylkill Tales: A History of Interesting Events, Traditions and Anecdotes of ...