Halloween 2016: Reports of Paranormal Activity in Arlington

ARLINGTON, MA — New England will forever be one of the creepiest parts of the country, and there is no shortage of "haunted" places in Massachusetts.

The New England Center for the Advancement of Paranormal Science (NECAPS), a group dedicated to testing of paranormal claims throughout the state through investigation and research, has compiled a database of alleged reports paranormal activity throughout the state. Research Scientist Mike Baker told Patch that he uses the data to see if he can detect correlations and patterns for further understanding.

Baker told Patch that he has scoured all forms of books, TV, and media and includes it in his databases. The reports of paranormal activity come from various sources such as legends, personal accounts, reports on the internet and more.

NECAPS' database shows two alleged reports of paranormal activity in Arlington. It is very important to keep in that these are claims and are not validated by hard data. NECAPS also offers tips on how to try and avoid misinterpreting what you see.

1. Five witnesses reported multiple experiences including doors slamming shut, voices, cold spots and full apparitions of six children and one adult. Reported at the intersection of Gray and Newport Streets in Arlington. No evidence was captured. (no date
2. According to the Shadowlands Haunted Places Index, an apparition of a servant girl can be seen walking through the walls of the Robbins Cottage near . One witness.

If you chose to go investigate these claims yourself, make sure to do thorough research and follow all applicable laws. Look for no trespassing signs and do not go on private property. You can see more ghost hunting tips on GhostHunting101.com.

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