In 1964, a 27-year-old woman bought an abandoned Maine island and lived alone; 22 years later, it became a wildlife sanctuary
Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: August 19, 2026 at 10:59
π Summary
Witch Island, previously inhabited by the infamous Anna Chittendenβreferred to as the 'Witch of Wall Street'βhas transformed into a wildlife sanctuary. After her brief stay, Jane Sewall took on the responsibility of safeguarding the isle from irresponsible tourists. In 1986, Sewall gifted the island to the Maine Audubon Society, which is now overseen by the Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust.