Ghost tales and haunted stories in Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, and the smaller New York state communities in between.

New York's Capital District is an area rich in history . . . and in ghosts! Covering a dozen communities within the area, read about historic hauntings and modern-day spooks in upstate New York. Catch a show at the Cohoes Music Hall—just watch out for the Lady in Black and the outrageous spirit of Vaudeville superstar Eva Tanguay.

Take a ride on Lincoln’s ghost train that charges through Albany each April. Learn the true stories behind the legends of Amsterdam's Widow Susan and the Witch of Saratoga. And find out why the Men in Black menaced the residents of Scotia for four years. Why not begin your paranormal encounter right here?[AuthorName]By Renee Mallett[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Renee Mallett is the author of Manchester Ghosts and Ghosts of Portsmouth, NH. She has published short fiction and poetry and is the author of many nonfiction articles on a variety of topics ranging from celebrity interviews to travel essays, to fashion reporting.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]31 b/w photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]Albany, Schenectady, Troy & More[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]31 b/w photos[/ColorPattern]