Lancaster Should Save the Castle, Not the Prison

Lancaster can redevelop the old county prison site without erasing its most distinctive feature. Saving the…

Secrets in the Cellar: The Ghosts and Legends of the Columbia Market House Dungeon

A few weeks ago, I enjoyed a private tour of the infamous Columbia Market House dungeon…

On this Day in History: Double homicide known as the ‘The Manheim Tragedy’ occurred

One hundred sixty-six years ago, the serenity of Manheim Township was shattered by a gruesome event…

LiDAR imagery reveals the site of Mt. Gretna’s proposed Maximum Security Prison

In October 1938, workers broke ground near Mt. Gretna to build an escape-proof maximum security prison.…

Side Quest: Visit the site of Mt. Gretna’s proposed Maximum Security Prison

In October 1938 ground was broken near Mt. Gretna to build an escape-proof maximum security prison.…