Paranormal In Pennsylvania

Nestled in the woods of York County, Pennsylvania, lies a place where true crime and the paranormal collide, Hex Hollow, also known as Rehmeyer’s Hollow. In this chilling episode, we dive into the 1928 murder of Nelson Rehmeyer, a local folk healer accused of witchcraft. Killed in his own home by a man who believed he was cursed, Nelson’s story is one of superstition, fear, and brutal vengeance. We explore the hauntings that have f...

Deep in the woods near Hillsville, Pennsylvania lurks one of the state's wildest and most mysterious legends: Zombieland. What started in the 1970s as a spooky story passed around by local teens has evolved into a full-blown paranormal pilgrimage involving zombies, ghosts, cryptids, haunted landmarks, and one very cursed flame. In this episode, we walk through the eerie step-by-step journey through Zombieland, from the Virgin Mary ...

Deep in the dense forests of Franklin Township, a ghostly figure in white roams the roads—and sometimes leaps onto your car. Known as the White Lady of Pond Bank, this haunting apparition is shrouded in mystery, legend, and local lore. Is she a grieving mother searching for her drowned child? A jilted lover? Or just a ghost story born of a 1950s prank gone too far? Some say she’s an omen of death. Others say she’s crying out for he...

Once a bustling symbol of American industry, the Scranton Lace Factory wove more than just fabric—it seems to have woven spirits into its very walls. This late-19th-century lace titan had its own bowling alley, theater, even a coal mine… but what lingers there now isn't just old machinery and faded wallpaper. It's ghosts. In this episode, we explore a menacing male spirit with a foreman’s stare, a spectral woman who roams the facto...

This week, we’re diving back into the haunted legacy of Ed and Lorraine Warren—the couple who defined modern American ghost hunting, inspired a billion-dollar horror franchise, and continue to spark debate in and out of the paranormal world. We’ve covered Annabelle on a guest episode, and the Smurl Haunting on our podcast. But with every case, there’s more than just things going bump in the night… Are the Warrens heroes of the para...

In 1832, a group of Irish immigrants came to Pennsylvania in search of a better life. Just eight weeks later, they were all dead—victims of a deadly cholera outbreak, or something much darker? Buried in a mass grave in Malvern, PA, their story was almost forgotten—until bones were unearthed and the truth began to surface. This week, we dig into the chilling mystery of Duffy’s Cut, where history, disease, and tragedy collide. What h...

Beneath the crumbling roads and graffiti-covered remains of Route 61 lies one of Pennsylvania’s eeriest modern ghost towns—Centralia. Once a thriving mining community, a fire set in 1962 to clear a landfill ignited a subterranean inferno that still burns to this day. In this episode, we dig into the real history behind the town that inspired Silent Hill, from the government buyouts to the chilling urban legends that rose from the a...

In this episode, we dive into the heartbreaking legend of Malachi Boyer, a French trapper who died in the cave after being separated from his forbidden love, Nita-nee, a Seneca maiden. Said to still cry out her name in a French accent, Boyer’s spirit is one of many rumored to haunt the cave's watery passageways. You’ll also hear about disembodied voices, mysterious mists and shadow figures darting between ancient rocks. With report...

Built in 1787 for Reverend Dr. William White, this home was filled with faith, friendship… and, as it turns out, future ghost stories. In this episode, we explore the spirits that linger within these historic walls. From the family cook to ghostly pets and the owner of the house himself, the spirits here are a quite the cast of characters. Why do these spirits remain? What ties them to this sacred space? And what does it say when e...

Pour yourself a pint because this week we’re heading to one of Pittsburgh’s oldest and most haunted breweries: Penn Brewery. With roots dating back to 1848 and original lagering caves still intact, this spot isn’t just rich in beer history—it’s dripping with ghostly legends. We explore the eerie tunnels beneath the brewery, where shadow figures and a helpful ghost in suspenders have been spotted. We continue our unofficial series o...

Step inside the Powel House, a stunning colonial-era mansion in the heart of Philadelphia with a ghostly reputation like no other. Once home to socialites Samuel and Elizabeth Powel—close friends of George Washington and Benjamin Franklin—this historic home is now considered the most haunted house in the city. Join us as we uncover the spirits of the past, including the full-body apparition of Peggy Shippen Arnold, seen elegantly t...

Get ready for a chilling journey through Pennsylvania as we sit down with author Kevin Lagowski to discuss his book Ghosts and Eerie Legends of Chester County, Pennsylvania. From the ticking tomb to the infamous Devil’s Road, Kevin shares the eerie history and hauntings that make this area a must-visit for paranormal enthusiasts. We’ll dive into his process for selecting haunted locations and the importance of history in ghost stor...

On this episode, we’re heading to Mount Washington in Pittsburgh. Shiloh Grille, a popular restaurant housed in a charming Victorian home, isn’t just serving up contemporary comfort food—it’s also dishing out ghost stories. Once the family home of Kate Soffel, tied to the infamous Biddle Brothers scandal at the Old Allegheny County Jail, Shiloh Grille may still be her spiritual stomping grounds. Guests have reported eerie encounter...

Season 5 has been a wild ride through haunted houses, ghostly universities, and everything between—but which stories stuck with us the most? In this special season finale, all three hosts sit down to reflect on our favorite hauntings, the scariest places we covered, and the moments that gave us chills. Plus, we’re giving you an exclusive sneak peek into what’s coming in Season 6—new investigations, fresh hauntings, and maybe even a...

A hub of early American finance, The First Bank of the United States has been abandoned for 40 years, but many believe it’s far from empty. Ghostly figures of Alexander Hamilton and Stephen Girard are said to roam its historic halls, forever tied to the financial institution they helped shape. In this episode, we dive into the chilling encounters linked to this Philadelphia landmark—from mysteriously drained batteries to eerie tech...

Journey with us to Hill View Manor, a historic building in New Castle, PA, with a past as complex as the spirits said to linger there. This almshouse opened its doors in 1926, and over the decades, it transformed into a nursing facility before closing in 2004. Today, it stands as a hotspot for paranormal enthusiasts, offering tours and investigations that delve into its haunted history. In this episode, we explore the building's ee...

Arcadia University might be known for its academics, but its ghostly legends are just as intriguing. With a campus built on history—literally, in the case of one hall’s cemetery origins—Arcadia is a hotspot for paranormal activity. From the infamous Grey Towers Castle, where the spirits of the Harrison family linger, to the eerie echoes of past students in dorm rooms, this university is teeming with unexplained phenomena. We discus...

Step into the eerie charm of The Abbey on Butler, a Pittsburgh hotspot with a haunting past. Once the Wayne Brass Foundry and later Henninger Funeral Home during the Great Depression, this historic building carries whispers of its storied history into its current life as a vibrant restaurant and coffee shop. In this episode, we uncover the layers of history that make The Abbey a prime location for paranormal intrigue. From ghostly ...

Tucked away in Tredyffrin Township, PA, lies the Blue Ball Inn, a historic landmark with a dark and chilling past. Built in 1735 to serve weary travelers, this once-bustling inn holds tales of scandal, tragedy, and murder. From its infamous owner, Priscilla "Prissy" —known for her fiery temper and unconventional ways—to the discovery of skeletons hidden within its walls, the Blue Ball Inn has been the subject of countless rumors of...