The Ghost at Lock 60

When the original Erie Canal was completed in 1825, it was hailed as “The Eighth Wonder of the Western World”–an “engineering marvel”–but it was far from perfect. It was downright dangerous at times, especially for the boys, “Hoggees,” who rode … Continue reading

Illustration: “Dawn Singing” by Sara M.

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“Dawn Singing” by Sara M.

Read the tale of Singing Dawn.

Illustration: A “Breckin Harts” Infographic by Cori S.

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Read “Breckin Harts” Here.

Celia and the Sulfur Spring

On a quiet Sunday afternoon, Celia took a road trip to investigate her inheritance, a small property in West Virginia. After passing it three times, Celia pulled up to a grassy field. A mailbox reading “20 Spruce Lane” was the … Continue reading