Tag: Pennsylvania
The Curious Case of Pep: The Dog Sentenced to Life in Prison
In the vast (oh so vast) annals of criminal history, populated by tales of legendary mobsters, clever thieves, and shadowy serial killers, there lies a…
“Petrified” stone snake dug up in Pennsylvania
I have always felt that there was more to Pennsylvania than what is in the history books, and as I continue my research into my…
Family freezes after man leaves them on mountain
Man leaves family on mountain as he goes to have his horses’ shoes sharpened. The woman and her children are later found frozen to the…
10 Fascinating Historical Facts About Pennsylvania: From the Birthplace of America to the Steel City
Pennsylvania is a state rich in history and cultural heritage. It played a crucial role in the founding of the United States, and its cities…
Cave of a hairy wild man found in Crum Lynne, Pennsylvania
A small group of fishermen were out fishing for carp when a wild, hairy man appeared and made strange noises at them. Terrified, the fishermen…
Posse hunts for Bigfoot, or large-footed maniac, in Downingtown, Pennsylvania
A large, human shape attracted the attention of a Downtingtown resident after it let out a strange, animal-like cry. Left behind were large footprints. Posses…
Jersey Devil kills over 30 pigs in Pennsylvania
The Jersey Devil has visited Pennsylvania numerous times in the past. In this case, 1916, it has killed over 30 pigs and was on the…
Pennsylvania firemen held on charge of arson
It goes without saying that firemen are some of the bravest people on the planet. Unfortunately, sometimes the profession draws in the wrong sort of…
The Johnstown Flood of 1889: The Worst Disaster in Pennsylvania History
The 1889 Johnstown flood was a catastrophic event that occurred when the South Fork Dam, a major earthen dam on the Little Conemaugh River, failed….
Veterans Appreciation Day at Gettysburg National Military Park Museum
The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center will have complimentary admission for U.S. military veterans on Veterans Appreciation Day, Friday, November 11, 2022….
