NORTH KINGSTOWN – The Poplar Point Lighthouse shines again, after 142 years in darkness. Owners Russell and Cathy Shippee relit the tower on Christmas night with family and neighbors gathered nearby.

This is nautical living at its coziest. While these tall towers have an extensive history as protectors, warning ships of dangers — including shallow waters and rocky coasts — and guiding them in and ...

Wow! We have a famous lighthouse, according to e-mailer Jean who said I should visit. The Umpqua River Lighthouse at Winchester Bay has gotten it's very own postage stamp this summer. Hey, I already ...

CAPE MAY, NJ (WPVI) -- Cape May Lighthouse has been helping mariners navigate the shores since 1839. It's 156 feet tall with 199 steps to the top. Make the climb during the day and you'll be rewarded ...

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After a month of darkness, Gary and Kim King made a donation to bring it back to life. A new light was purchased from Sealite ...

If you're planning a spring or summer trip and are looking for an affordable place to stay on the Great Lakes, you're in luck. The DeTour Reef Light in northern Lake Huron has expanded its lighthouse ...

SOUTH MANITOU ISLAND, MICH. -- Next time you’re watching another spectacular summer sunset at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, linger a little after the sun goes down to look for the glow of ...

Minot’s Ledge Light hasn’t had a keeper for decades, but some say that the victims of one of the most tragic lighthouse disasters in history continue to keep guard more than 150 years later. Sitting ...