Along the southeastern shore of Isle La Motte lies a diminutive island bearing an intriguing title: Cloak Island. Most people who boat past it see nothing special—just rocks, trees, and shadows. But those who know […]
An exploration of one of Vermont’s most fascinating cryptids Introduction Before Bigfoot and the Yeti became fixtures in Western popular culture, the Green Mountains of Vermont were home to a mysterious and peculiar creature known […]
Where History Meets the Paranormal When you visit the picturesque Shelburne Museum in Vermont, you might find yourself drawn to the steamboat Ticonderoga or the impressive collection of folk art. But tucked away near the […]
Lake Memphremagog, straddling Vermont and Quebec, harbors a fascinating secret. Locals call it Memphry, a mysterious aquatic creature that has captivated imaginations for years. This enigmatic lake monster ranks among North America’s most intriguing cryptids. […]
While Frederick Ransom’s tale has been well-documented through family records and his brother’s memoirs, Woodstock harbors another, more mysterious vampire story—one that blurs the line between historical fact and local legend. A Newspaper Sensation In […]
In the quiet hills of Dummerston, Vermont, a remarkable and chilling chapter of New England folklore unfolded in the late 18th century. Vampire tales often conjure up images of Transylvanian castles and caped noblemen. Yet […]
Blending political theater with puppets The Bread and Puppet Theatre in Glover is a hidden gem in Vermont’s art scene. It blends political theater with handmade puppets. Peter Schumann founded this experimental theater in 1963, […]
Article contributed by Scott Wheeler/Publisher Vermont’s Northland Journal With little doubt, Lake Willoughby is one of the most spectacularly beautiful and most photographed locations in New England. For generations, the lake has attracted people from […]
They say that on quiet nights, when the moon hangs low over the Stevens Branch, you can still hear the rhythmic clatter of looms echoing through the valley. The locals know better than to venture […]
Mount Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont, is a prominent landmark that has captured the imagination of many. The origin of its name, however, is steeped in legend and history. According to one account, the […]
