Episode 97: Slice of the Paranormal had to check out the haunted legends of Marietta, Pennsylvania on the advice of our friend Rick Fisher. This historic river town is packed with ghost stories, haunted locations, eerie folklore, and one of Pennsylvania's strangest werewolf legends.

Our first stop was the Railroad House Inn, one of the most haunted places in Marietta. The inn is said to be haunted by a former owner, former guests, and a mysterious woman searching for love. Sadly, it was closed when we arrived, so we could not grab any spirits there. Instead, we headed down the street to Shanks Tavern.

Shanks Tavern has some great food and is filled with ghosts. Visitors and staff have reported seeing headless figures entering the bar, hearing ghostly laughter, spotting a woman dressed in black looking out an upstairs window, and even smelling the scent of perfume with no one around.

Before leaving this historic Pennsylvania river town, we stopped at the legendary Hans Graf Cemetery. Local folklore says Hans Graf was bitten by a werewolf, and many believe a ghostly white werewolf can still be seen and heard at this cemetery. To explore this hidden God's Acre, you have to climb over the old stone wall. Just remember the local warning. Do not walk around the cemetery seven times, or the legend says you will die!

If you enjoy haunted places, ghost hunting, paranormal investigations, Pennsylvania ghost stories, haunted taverns, haunted hotels, haunted cemeteries, urban legends, werewolf legends, and unexplained mysteries, this episode is for you.

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Sources:
Ghosthunting Pennsylvania by Rosemary Ellen Guiley 2009
Boos and Brews by Patty A Wilson and Scott Crownover 2002
Pennsylvania Dutch Country Ghosts Legends and Lore by Charles J Adams III 1994
Ghosts of the River Towns by Rick Fisher 2006
Haunted Lancaster County Pennsylvania by Dorothy Burtz Fiedel 1994
https://unchartedlancaster.com/tales-from-the-taproom-the-spectral-legacy-of-shanks-tavern/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwMPYV1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHr8cHcAEwDRv_VxtU4DZJGQfKpiHZ8fEGkU2lHfo0FZTYdnqtftw9qqKLEYQ_aem_2VxhE5_0vw0mFm58zs0lzA
The Haunting of Pennsylvania’s Churches and Cemeteries by Ed Kelemen 2019
Strange Knocks Magazine 1st Issue
Strange Knocks Magazine April 2025

Sites:
Railroad House Inn- https://www.railroadhouseinn.com
Shanks Tavern- https://shankstavern.com
Hans Graf Cemetery- next to 1698 Old River Rd, Marietta, PA 17547

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Episode 96: Slice of the Paranormal returns to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to investigate three of the town's most haunted Civil War landmarks and explore the chilling ghost stories that continue to surround them.

First, we visit the Widow Thompson House, better known as Lee's Headquarters, where General Robert E. Lee established his command during the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg. Perched on Seminary Ridge, the home witnessed the horrors of relentless cannon fire and musket volleys as soldiers fell by the hundreds. The dead reportedly surrounded the house, while bodies were gathered and stacked in a cellar across the road to clear the way for Lee's arrival. Many believe the battle still echoes outside these historic walls, and some say the spirit of the Widow Thompson herself still lingers. The cellar across the street is also said to have been haunted by the ghost of a soldier trapped beneath a mountain of fallen comrades, whose restless spirit reportedly found peace only after a priest performed an exorcism. That historic cellar still stands today.

Next, we stop for some spirits at the legendary Dobbin House Tavern, one of Gettysburg's oldest and most haunted buildings. Visitors and staff alike have reported sightings of Alexander Dobbin's ghost, along with Civil War soldiers, enslaved individuals, and colonial-era women who are said to still walk the halls. Mr. Dobbin lost several children while living in the home, and the sounds of children laughing and playing have reportedly been heard throughout the property. One guest even captured a photograph inside the tavern that may reveal one of these mysterious spirits.

We conclude our investigation at Spangler's Spring, a peaceful location that provided much-needed fresh water to Union and Confederate soldiers during the Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863. While visitors can no longer drink from the historic spring as they once could, many still come hoping to encounter the famous Woman in White, whose ghostly appearances have sparked decades of debate about her true identity. Is she a Civil War nurse, a grieving widow, or something else entirely?

Join Slice of the Paranormal as we uncover the history, hauntings, and enduring mysteries of some of Gettysburg's most haunted locations, where the echoes of the Civil War may never have truly faded.

Sources:

Ghosts of Gettysburg Books by Mark Nesbitt 1995
Boos and Brews by Patty A Wilson and Scott Crownover 2002
Spooky Pennsylvania by S.E. Schlosser 2020
The Alexander Dobbin House in Gettysburg “A Short History” by Dr. Walter L. Powell 2009
The Big Book of Pennsylvania Ghost Stories by Mark Nesbitt and Patty A Wilson 2008


Sites:

Lee’s Headquarters
https://www.battlefields.org/visit/heritage-sites/gettysburg-battlefield-general-lees-headquarters
Dobbin House Tavern dobbinhouse.com
Spangler’s Spring https://npplan.com/parks-by-state/pennsylvania-national-parks/gettysburg-national-military-park-park-at-a-glance/gettysburg-national-military-park-touring-the-battlefield/gettysburg-national-military-park-spanglers-spring/

Episode 95: Slice of the Paranormal delves into the mysterious, gelatinous mass of interstellar Red Silicone Acetate, better known as The Blob. Join us as we explore the iconic 1958 horror movie filming locations in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, including the famous Colonial Theatre, home of the annual Blobfest celebration honoring one of the greatest classic sci-fi horror films ever made.

While visiting these legendary The Blob filming locations, we even experienced an unexpected paranormal encounter while eating pizza, adding another layer of mystery to our investigation.

We also ask the question: Why is The Blob celebrated every year with Blobfest in Phoenixville, PA, and could the story actually be inspired by a real-life event? We examine reports of mysterious falling objects, UFO lore, and the famous 1950 newspaper account of a strange gelatinous substance that dissolved after being discovered.

Could an extraterrestrial organism really survive the harsh conditions of space travel aboard a meteorite before growing on another planet's surface? Is The Blob simply a classic science fiction monster, or could there be a surprising connection to real-world mysteries, alien encounters, and unexplained phenomena?

Sources
Pennsylvania Curiosities by Clark DeLeon (2001)
Ghost Stories of Chester County and The Brandywine Valley by Charles J. Adams III (2001)
Coal Region Hoodoo by Maxim Furek
The Philadelphia Inquirer (September 27, 1950) — "Flying Saucer Just Dissolves"

Sites:
The Colonial Theatre thecolonialtheatre.com
Downingtown Diner dtowndiner.com
SALT Performing Arts | Chester Springs saltpa.com
Dimitri's Pizza dimitrispizzaroyersford.com

Episode 94: Slice of the Paranormal explores the dark corridors of the Columbia Market House Dungeon with Rick Fisher. Rick has been restoring this historic gem to ensure its history and haunted lore are still told. Rick Fisher is an Author, Paranormal Researcher, Shaman, and Jujitsu Practitioner who has been on hundreds of investigations. He's also seen some unexplained phenomena in the Dungeons firsthand. Ghost Hunters can catch him giving lectures and tours of the Dungeon themselves by visiting the Columbia House Market. If you want to help Rick with his Restoration of the Dungeon, feel free to reach out and join the Dungeon Restoration Project Facebook page (found below). The Slice Team think haunted history should be preserved for all, the stories of long forgotten voices deserve to be heard. Sources: Ghosts of River Towns by Rick Fisher 2006 Uncharted Lancaster by Adam Zurn 2025

https://lancasteronline.com/news/ghost-hunter-rick-fisher-searches-for-a-true-haunting/article_59d6e0b6-ee1e-5179-a256-9a08394373a2.html

https://www.wgal.com/article/tales-from-pennsylvania-s-museum-of-mysteries/6239401

https://www.facebook.com/share/1UPXSt73pz/?mibextid=wwXIfr Site: https://columbiapamarkethouse.org Dungeon

Restoration Project: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/184L1R8aCB/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Episode 93: This week, the Slice of the Paranormal team celebrates 250th, by checking out the haunts of Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania. We explore the sites where George Washington crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776, on his way to the Battle of Trenton. It's said Revolutionary War patriots still walk the shores of the river. Could the ghost be the dead who lie in unmarked graves on Bowman's Hill or the Thompson-Neely Farm. Are long dead patriots sending signals from the Washington Crossing Inn's attic window? Explore these mysteries with the team as we honor the history of our great nations founding. Maybe some ghosts are still crossing the Delaware River and its Ice filled waters…. Ever since that cold December night in 1776. Sources: Haunted New Hope by Lynda Lee Macken 2006 Ghosts in the Valley by Adi-Kent Thomas 1971 Haunted Village and Valley by Adi-Kent Thomas Jeffrey & Lynda Elizabeth Jeffrey 2010 Bucks County Ghost Stories by Charles J Adams III 1999 https://www.thereporteronline.com/2011/09/18/ghost-stories-and-star-gazing-at-bowmans-tower-in-washington-crossing-historic-park/ https://www.ghostsofamerica.com/1/Pennsylvania_Washington_Crossing_ghost_sightings.html Philadelphia Haunted Historic Walking Tour by Cynthia Bracelin 2013 Sites: Washington Crossing Historic Park https://www.washingtoncrossingpark.org Washington Crossing Inn https://www.washingtoncrossinginn.com

Episode 92: The Slice of the Paranormal crew tempts fate and enters the dark halls of the Old Jail in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, one of the region's most intriguing historic and reportedly haunted locations. Local legend claims that screams can still be heard beyond its heavy doors and three-foot-thick stone walls. Could the voices belong to the three men who faced the gallows within this infamous jail? Are they the echoes of enslaved people seeking freedom along the Underground Railroad? Perhaps the mystery is tied to one of the area's most tragic love stories. We explore the chilling tale of a young lover who was allegedly beaten in the dungeon basement for falling in love with a married woman. From ghost stories and paranormal activity to local history and unexplained encounters, the Old Jail is filled with dark secrets waiting to be uncovered. Today, the Old Jail in Chambersburg is open to visitors and paranormal investigators. Grab your ghost hunting equipment, schedule a tour, and explore the haunted cells and underground dungeons for yourself. You just might experience the icy chill of the dead or encounter one of the spirits said to still roam these historic halls. Sources: Franklin County Ghosts by Athena Varounis 2009 https://fcfreepresspa.com/have-you-visited-these-haunted-locations-in-chambersburg/ Site: https://www.franklinhistorical.org/visit

Episode 91: The Slice Team is joined by Gwendolyn Purcell of the Cryptid Collective to discuss her incredible cryptid-themed store, which showcases all kinds of cryptid merchandise while also exploring the worlds of the paranormal, UFOs, extraterrestrials, and unexplained phenomena. We talk about what first drew her into the cryptid realm before diving deep into one of Pennsylvania's most fascinating legends: The Thunderbird. For decades, eyewitnesses across multiple Pennsylvania counties have reported sightings of a massive winged creature with an estimated wingspan of more than 14 feet soaring through the skies. Is a giant raptor-like cryptid terrorizing Pennsylvania, or could a living pterodactyl have somehow survived the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 million years ago? Join us as we explore Pennsylvania cryptid lore, Thunderbird sightings, flying monster reports, and the mysteries surrounding one of the state's most intriguing creatures. Be sure to check out the Cryptid Collective, explore their paranormal museum, and grab a copy of Strange Knocks Magazine for even more stories of cryptids, ghosts, UFOs, and the unexplained. Sources: Forgotten Tales of Pennsylvania by Thomas White 2009 Appalachian Cryptids and Creatures by David J Hardie 2025 (Signed) Ghosthunting Pennsylvania by Rosemary Ellen Guiley 2009

Cryptid Collective

https://www.facebook.com/share/177CEuqt2Q/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://www.susquehannavalleymall.com/stores/58586-cryptid-collective

Strange Knocks Magazine

https://www.strangeknocks.com

Episode 90: Slice of the Paranormal visits the Monroeville Mall in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a location famous for its eerie connection to the cult horror classic Dawn of the Dead, filmed on site. But this legendary mall isn't just a landmark for zombie movie fans, it is also tied to reported UFO sightings and unexplained aerial phenomena, adding another layer to its strange and unsettling history.

In this episode, we dive deep into UFO sightings in Pittsburgh and across Western Pennsylvania, exploring documented cases from Project Blue Book, along with reports from U.S. military veterans, commercial pilots, and everyday witnesses. The Pittsburgh region has long been considered a UFO hotspot, with hundreds of unexplained sightings recorded over the years.

We also break down how Pittsburgh compares to other well known Pennsylvania UFO hotspots, including Erie, Philadelphia, and Bucks County, all of which have their own long history of unidentified aerial phenomena and paranormal activity.

Stick around until the end, where we break down statistical patterns and reveal the best times and dates when UFO sightings are most likely to occur in Pennsylvania, according to historical data and reported trends.

Sources:
Really Mysterious Pennsylvania by Stan Gordon (2010)
https://www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/2021/06/07/pennsylvania-ufo-cases-unsolved-after-project-blue-book-investigation/7505162002/
https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/130000-pages-of-govt-files-on-local-ufo-sightings-declassified/
https://youtu.be/HkYJ1g-qeho?si=LU_XGZ9e-uUuCkjM
https://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/thedigs/2014/08/01/ufo-sightings-near-pittsburgh/
https://www.pennlive.com/life/2022/10/best-times-and-places-to-spot-a-ufo-in-pennsylvania-new-study.html?outputType=amp