In 1692, the colonial town of Salem, Massachusetts, became caught up in a fervor over alleged witchcraft. In her new book “The Witches,” Stacy Schiff explores what led a group of Puritans to ...

During the Salem witch trials in colonial Massachusetts, which occurred in 1692, a total of 19 people were accused of witchcraft. They were executed by hanging, and another person was pressed to ...

and even when the Witch Trials spread to other towns, most of the accusations were still here in Salem Village.” Home delivery and Digital Access customers of The Salem News get deals for ...

“It’s time to rename it what it really is, The Salem Witch Trial,” said Ludwick. Chair Salem defended the special committee after the meeting wrapped up. When we asked whether he regretted ...

AMC has renewed “ Mayfair Witches ” for a third season at AMC, which will be set in Salem, Mass. In addition, Thomas Schnauz ...