Barrett's Haunted Mansion draws thrill seekers, supports organizations

The countdown to Halloween has begun.

And what better way is there to get in the spirit than to come face to face with a demonic clown or a chainsaw wielding madman?

Herds of people swarmed Barrett's Haunted Mansion on Route 18 Friday night looking for such a scare, and a portion of their ticket sales benefited 18 local charities and organizations.