PHASM

New London Ledge Light

New London harbor, Connecticut, United States

Other · local-legend

The Story

Ernie, the lighthouse’s legendary keeper, is blamed for knocking, repeatedly moving doors, stripping bedclothes and operating televisions. Haunted Places also recounts a reporter hearing persistent whispers during an overnight stay. The story imagines a keeper unwilling to leave his station, with everyday domestic disturbances replacing the lighthouse’s former working routine.

The Hauntings

Ernie, the lighthouse’s legendary keeper, is blamed for knocking, repeatedly moving doors, stripping bedclothes and operating televisions. Haunted Places also recounts a reporter hearing persistent whispers during an overnight stay. The story imagines a keeper unwilling to leave his station, with everyday domestic disturbances replacing the lighthouse’s former working routine.

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