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      Mercy Brown, A Vampire? - Exeter, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 07-02-2017 04:19 PM

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      Even though Exeter, Rhode Island is far removed from Transylvania, it is home to its own famous vampire. After succumbing to tuberculosis at the age of 19, Mercy's body was exhumed, her heart removed and burned ...
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      Nine Men's Misery Monument - Cumberland, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 06-19-2017 12:54 AM

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      This humble mound in the pristine forests of Cumberland is actually the first monument ever erected for American soldiers. It was originally constructed to mark the mass burial ...
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      Fort Wetherill State Park - Jamestown, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 06-01-2017 12:38 AM

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      An abandoned fort turned state park, Fort Wetherill State Park is a unique mix of history, urban exploration, and scenic views of the ocean and Narragansett Bay. This is also a great place for fishing, boating, ...
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      Freetown Fall River State Forest - Assonet, Massachusetts 

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      Published on 05-30-2017 12:34 AM

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      Freetown Fall River State Forest has over 5,400 acres of thick forests, streams, ponds, and hiking trails. Two major landmarks within the forest are Profile Rock and The Ledge. ...
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      Great Swamp Fight Monument - West Kingston, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 05-28-2017 12:30 AM

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      On a cold December morning in 1675 a brutal battle was fought on this site between a militia of English colonialists and the native Narragansett tribe during King Phillip's War. ...
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      Point Judith - Narragansett, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 05-26-2017 12:26 AM

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      Point Judith is most famous for its lighthouse, which dates to 1856, but its beaches and sightseeing opportunities are what make this beautiful peninsula stand out. Unfortunately ...
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      40 Steps & Cliff Walk - Newport, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 05-24-2017 12:21 AM

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      40 Steps is a stone staircase leading down the rocky cliff down to the water. It is one of the best spots to view the ocean and shoreline of Newport. ...
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      Tillinghast Pond Management Area - West Greenwich, Rhode Island 

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      Published on 05-21-2017 12:13 AM

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      This 2,000 acre nature preserve features miles of stunning trails, fishing, kayaking, and it is one of the best spots for bird watching. There are also a few historical homestead sites found along ...
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      Coaldale, Nevada 

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      Published on 04-20-2017 12:49 AM

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      Coaldale is essentially a modern ghost town. The area was first settled at the end of the 19th century to serve the area miners. For most of its existence Coaldale was a pit stop for travelers and

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      There are no services in truckers driving the US 95 and US 6 highways. In 1993 the EPA shut down the gas station due to a severe leak and the rest of the businesses closed down shortly afterward and the town has been abandoned ever since. ...
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      Manhattan Ghost Town, Nevada 

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      Published on 04-18-2017 12:43 AM

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      Hidden in the hills of central Nevada, this old town is easy to miss but worth the detour from Nevada State Route 376. Considered a living ghost town, Manhattan flourished in the early 20th century mining craze but has managed to maintain a ...
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