There's a (faux) lighthouse in the middle of Endicott (NY), and it's not the only one

At the intersection of Nanticoke Avenue and Main Street in Endicott, a fenced-in lawn surrounds a small lighthouse.

Endicott (faux), NY - Sunshyne Lynch / Press & Sun-Bulletin

It's in the heart of the village, surrounded by small shops and restaurants, and the nearest body of water to it is the Susquehanna River a half a mile down the road.

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Refurbished Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow NY, built in 1883, to open for tours

For the first time since 2020, the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow will soon be open to the public for tours.

Tarrytown, NY - USLHS archive

The free curated programs, limited to 24 people, begin Oct. 5 at 10 am and run in 45-minute intervals until 2 pm.

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Officials: Historic Sanibel Lighthouse (FL) in no danger of crumpling in the Gulf after Helene

Hurricane Helene's surge soaked Sanibel almost two years to the day after Hurricane Ian walloped the island's historic lighthouse.

Sanibel, FL - James Hill

Ian's force broke one of the 140-year-ole structure's leg, washed away its two vintage buildings and eroded the nearby beach.

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Florida Lighthouse Association cancels November membership meeting due to Hurricane Helene's damage to host site at Anclote Key

The President of the Friends of Anclote Key State Park and Lighthouse has informed the Florida Lighthouse Association (FLA) that Anclote Key was significantly impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Anclote Key, FL - USLHS archive

Although we are happy to report that the Anclote Key Lighthouse and its surrounding historic structures weathered the storm relatively unscathed and that the tower's beacon remains operational, we were saddened to hear that other areas of Anclote Key and the City of Tarpon Springs were not so fortunate.

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Historian tells of family connection to older St. Augustine (FL) Lighthouse

When working on this story about the St. Augustine Lighthouse, I turned to historian David Nolan, who's delved deeply into the old city he's called home since 1977.

St. Augustine's original lighthouse, FL - USLHS archive

He, like many in St. Augustine, has family-related stories to tell about the lighthouse, and his is a really good one.

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Discussions begin on development of An Tiaracht Lighthouse, Ireland

High level discussions have commenced between the National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Commissioners of Irish Lights about the possible preservation and development of the old lighthouse buildings on one of Na Blascaodai in Co Kerry.

An Tiaracht, Ireland - USLHS archive

Concerns have been raised about the deteriorating condition and lack of maintenance of the lighthouse dwellings. 

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AND:

Stunning Irish lighthouse and famous tourist destination in peril

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Discover a rugged coastline and Nash Point Lighthouse (Wales) on this stargazing walk ending at a pub with a grizzly past

Although it is getting darker earlier, don't let this put you off getting your steps in and enjoying the beautiful countryside that Wales has to offer.

Nash Point, Wales - USLHS archive

And if you're in need of inspiration, there is a brilliant walk in south Wales that has a bit of everything from stargazing to finishing at the pub.

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North East Lighthouse (England) rebuild underway after storm knocks dome off the top

Part of a North East Pier lighthouse is in the process of being rebuilt after storm damage last year severely damaged the dome.

South Shields, England - PA MEDIA

After high winds of up to 50mph battered South Shields last October, the lighthouse on South Shields pier was damaged, with sections of the lighthouse's dome floating in the sea.

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AND:

South Shields lighthouse rebuild after Storm Babet damage

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Stripped of iconic stripes during restoration, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse (NC) nearly unrecognizable

Stripped of its iconic black-and-white stripes, and encased in a tower of scaffolding, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is nearly unrecognizable.

Cape Hatteras, NC - Don Bowers

On the grounds bordering the tower, there are piles of intricate metal pieces that need to be repaired or replaced, including the top level landings and railings.

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Cintec North America helps with stabilization effort on Morris Island Lighthouse (SC) staircase

Cintec North America's Cementitious Grout Anchors were used in a project for the stabilization of the deteriorating staircase in the Morris Island Lighthouse, located on Morris Island, South Carolina.

Morris Island, SC - USLHS archive

The lighthouse was opened in 1876 and decommissioned in 1962. The 161-foot-tall structure was placed on the national register of historic places in 1982. After the decommissioning, the circular staircase was showing advanced deterioration due to the salt air environment and there was a real fear that the staircase would collapse in on itself, a release issued by the company stated.

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