Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a Roman military structure in Turkey dating to the fourth century, when Emperor ...

A teacher focusing on the New England witchcraft trials reveals how dogs were accused of working with the devil in the 17th ...

Salem Preservation Society's motto is to "Preserve the Places of Our Past." The organization was formed in 1994 to preserve architecturally and historically significant sites, objects ...

A new study adds to a growing set of evidence that women who use hormonal birth control have higher rates of breast cancer, but experts have stressed that the overall risk remains low.

Witch trials relied on a medieval text called the “Malleus Maleficarum” – a book this reference librarian can hold in her ...

As the November election approaches, one item on the ballot is drawing significant attention and debate — Measure 118.

A nationwide recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria bacteria has expanded to nearly 12 ...

New research shows that the printing press, invented by Johannes Gutenberg, helped spread conspiracies that fueled the Salem ...

In her Newberry Library course, Kay Daly examines the depiction of witches onstage, from the 17th century to the present.

Have you ever looked at a full moon and wondered if werewolves are real? If so, you aren't alone. For thousands of years, ...

Over 11 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry were recalled over listeria concerns, affecting salads, wraps, frozen ...

Complete guide to Saugus Iron Works in Massachusetts including things to do, nearby lodging and camping, history, Junior ...