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I believe you will find this website very different from those of other New England paranormal investigators and ghost hunting groups. If you dislike strong opinion, fresh ideas and independent thought, this site will not be for you. Please consider yourself forewarned... 

 

My name is Anthony Duda, a paranormal investigator based in historic and haunted Boston, Massachusetts. I conduct investigations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont, as well as other regions of the country on a case-by-case basis. As a medical professional and former law enforcement officer, my experience is much broader than most, and I bring that knowledge, dedication and investigational expertise to Ghosts and Hauntings, EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon), UFO phenomenon and Cryptozoology in this epicenter of strangeness we call New England.

 

I am not simply another ghost hunter, having actively investigated the paranormal for the past 20 years, with an intense interest that began in the 1960s. I have preferred to work on a referral basis to ensure the privacy of clients, and am extremely proud to have remained independent, and not associated or affiliated with any paranormal group or organization. Whether a possible haunting or other issue in the paranormal realm, it has allowed me the freedom and ability to tailor an investigation to the individual circumstances and needs of the client, and not take the 'one size fits all' approach that has become all too common in this field. Using multidisciplinary methods, along with the most extensive and diverse arsenal of technology of any paranormal investigator or group in New England and quite possibly the United States, I may be able to assist you in identifying your problem and offer a possible solution. In my experience, authentic ghosts and hauntings are relatively uncommon. There really isn't a ghost around every corner and in every home, contrary to what many would lead you to believe. In fact, the vast majority of 'hauntings' have mundane and very rational explanations.

I have been increasingly troubled by the growing number of inexperienced ghost hunting groups in New England. Masquerading as seasoned paranormal investigators, they dispense unsubstantiated theories as scientific fact and potentially harmful advice without caution. While there are some well-established and very reputable groups, it is often difficult to distinguish the good from the bad. Slick, visually impressive websites, meaningless 'family' affiliations and dubious awards are certainly not accurate indicators. If a site appears better suited for a Halloween haunted house attraction than a serious paranormal investigative team, with floating ghosts, flapping bats and all the rest, move on. That effort and technology could have been utilized and put to much better use helping the widest range of people to understand and get the most out of the site. Has the website been regularly updated and maintained? Check the dates. If it has been a while since an individual or group has bothered to add new information to their site or blog, ask yourself, "How committed can they be?". Cast a wary eye on New England paranormal investigators and ghost hunters with 'media mogul' websites. Regardless of stated intentions, some are more interested in hawking their books and promoting their radio or television programs than honestly helping the public. Don't fall for individuals and groups offering ghost hunting or paranormal investigation classes. I find it curious that most that do feel charging for an investigation is unethical and unconscionable, yet have no problem with bilking people out of their hard-earned cash for classes primarily consisting of information readily available on the Internet for free. Additionally, be aware of fluff articles in local newspapers and community guides featuring any particular ghost hunting group. Many times a member of the group will know someone on the staff, or the group will contact the publication to offer their story. During a slow news period or off-season time of year, those articles are used as filler. It's free publicity and not inherently bad, but offers little insight in to the quality or abilities of any group. More information and tips can be found on my Ghost Hunting Myths page.  

 

My goal is to make this the most useful, unique and honest paranormal website on the Internet. It will not remain static, but dynamic, updated and always relevant. I will sometimes be blunt, often opinionated, and maybe just a bit sarcastic. My hope is to clarify and help you negotiate what has become a minefield of misguided information and blatant attempts to deceive. I've left the weekend ghost hunter websites to others. Here you will find substance. Here you will find experience. And yes, here you will find answers.

So, sit by the warm fire with your hot chocolate (or something a bit stronger) and your dog sleeping at your feet. Curl up in bed with your cat and your comfy pajamas (the ones you would never let your boyfriend see you in) ...and read on. The ghosts, monsters and aliens are outside, but you're cozy and safe in here. Maybe.

Thanks for visiting!