UFO Newsclipping Service - 2007 11 - no 460

Magazine Overview

This issue of the UFO Newsclipping Service, dated November 2007, focuses on a variety of UFO sightings and related phenomena reported across North America and the United Kingdom. The cover story, "THAT'S NO MOON," investigates numerous reports of strange lights in the sky over Northeast Ohio, suggesting the region might be a hotspot for UFO activity. The publication includes articles detailing specific sightings, witness accounts, and the ongoing public and official interest in these events.

Articles and Reports

"THAT'S NO MOON" by John Lasker (FREE TIMES, Cleveland, OH - Sept. 26, 2007)

This article highlights the increasing number of UFO sightings in Northeast Ohio, with the Cleveland UFOlogy Project documenting 20 credible sightings in the past two years. It features interviews with individuals like Sam Phillips, who filmed an orb over the Key Bank Tower, and Michael Lee Hill, a musician who believes UFOs are targeting him and has captured numerous videos of lights over Lake Erie. William E. Jones, state director for Ohio MUFON, notes the high level of interest in the subject in that region. Gary Strauss, a chemist, offers a more skeptical view, suggesting the lights might be experimental technology, though he remains intrigued. The article also mentions the involvement of the Cleveland Office of Homeland Security and a potential History Channel documentary.

"UFOs in Cadillac: Real or sci-fi?" by Kayla Kiley (CADILLAC NEWS - Sept. 18, 2007)

This piece focuses on Dave Dunford, a Cadillac man who claims to have photographed strange objects in the sky. Dunford captured images of a silver, disk-shaped object and later discovered three dark objects in a zoomed-in photo. He meticulously tries to debunk his own findings before concluding they are UFOs. The article includes an expert opinion from Peter Davenport of the National UFO Reporting Center, who analyzed four of Dunford's photos and concluded that none were genuine UFOs, identifying one as a bird and others as too blurry to determine. The report also touches on official responses from the local airport and police, who had no logged reports of UFOs on the dates in question.

"Beyond belief" by Kari Hastings (OUTLOOK, Gresham, OR - July 25, 2007)

This article profiles Tom Bowden, a Gresham resident and state director for MUFON, who has dedicated a lifetime to studying UFOs. Bowden, a computer programmer, is presented as a serious investigator who meticulously documents incidents and interviews 'experiencers.' He acknowledges that many people are skeptical and prone to ridicule, but his extensive research has led him to believe that intelligently controlled UFOs are real and that something significant is happening that cannot be denied. He speculates about multiple extraterrestrial races and the possibility of human/alien hybrids, suggesting that a lack of information is intentional.

"Recalling those crop circles" by Fred Martin (CLAY COUNTY COURIER, Corning, AR - June 14, 2007)

This article revisits crop circle incidents in the Knobel area, focusing on events in 2003 and 2004. In June 2003, Todd Young discovered a symmetrical design of 10 circles in his wheat field, the largest measuring 42 feet in diameter. Young was skeptical, noting the unusual nature of the fallen wheat and the lack of visible trails. In May 2004, a second crop circle, described as a 'moving wagon wheel,' was found on the Schimming Farm. Rodney and Judy Schimming reported no tracks or evidence of human entry. The article notes that while many theories exist, the exact cause remains unexplained, with some recalling strange lights in the area.

"Crop Circle" visitors, theories grow as national interest rises (REGISTER, Wilbur, WA - July 19, 2007)

This report details the ongoing public interest in crop circles that appeared in a wheat field north of Wilbur, Washington. The site has attracted numerous visitors, each with their own theories about the origin of the formations. The article mentions rumors of visitors wearing foil helmets and strange clothing. It also notes that a team from British Columbia conducted a study and took samples for analysis. The formation has been impacted by visitors, and a new, smaller circle was reportedly added, possibly as a joke. The article also recounts an incident where two young men were found walking near the crop circle site, raising further questions.

"Sgt. gives alien account" by Rick Murray (COMMUNITY NEWS, Browns Mills, NJ - June 7, 2007)

This article recounts a UFO incident that allegedly occurred on January 18, 1978, near McGuire Air Force Base. According to author Richard H. Hunt, security officers Jeff Morse and Mark Larimer observed formations of odd-looking bluish-green lights. They were later directed to a gate where a state police cruiser and a Fort Dix Military Police vehicle were pursuing a low-flying object. The MP reported encountering an 'oval object' and a 'being of some sort' that appeared directly in front of his vehicle. The MP fired his weapon, and the being was later secured and transported by cargo plane. Morse was subsequently transferred from McGuire.

"UFO network meeting Saturday" by Jacob Bennett (COURIER & PRESS, Evansville, IN - Oct. 18, 2007)

This article announces a meeting of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) of Indiana, where members discuss recent cases and witness accounts. The meeting features a woman who claims to have been abducted numerous times since age 5, and Roger Sugdon, who investigates crop circles. The article also mentions a February UFO incident involving a crash.

"Throwing light on a moving mystery" (STAR & MERSEYMART, Anfield & Walton, England - Aug. 16, 2007)

This report details sightings of strange lights across Liverpool. One incident involved a woman seeing a ball of light hovering near Broadgreen Hospital. The article discusses 'ball lightning' as a possible explanation but notes that the Liverpool Lights sightings defy such a rational explanation. Other sightings include a small golf-ball-sized light in West Derby Village, unidentified lights in Bootle and Walton, and a bright light seen by Steven Garrett in Toxteth.

"John not alone in UFO sighting" (ADVERTISER, Oldham, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

This article reports on a sighting by John Tupman, who observed a bright, unusually stationary light from his flat in Oldham. The object changed colors and had visible patterns. His father also witnessed the phenomenon. The footage has been sent to the British UFO Research Association (BUFORA) and potentially the Ministry of Defence (MoD). The article also notes that UFO sightings have been reported in Greater Manchester and Oldham over the past year and eight years, respectively, with the MoD investigating for national security implications.

"29 sightings of UFOs in county since 1998" (ECHO, Lincolnshire, England - Aug. 3, 2007)

This report reveals that there have been 29 sightings of unidentified flying objects in Lincolnshire over the last decade, according to Government revelations. Beth Clarkson describes seeing a triangular-shaped object hovering over her house. The MoD's policy is to examine reports for potential threats to UK airspace, rather than identifying the nature of each sighting.

"Strange light" (EVENING TELEGRAPH, Grimsby, England - Sept. 18, 2007)

This brief article asks if readers have seen strange lights over Grimsby, noting that Katie Jarvis reported spotting a silver dish with a bright light hovering over Binbrook. The object spun off and disappeared.

"Close encounter recounted" by Kelly Shiers (FREE PRESS, London, Ontario, Canada - Oct. 2, 2007)

This article recounts the Shag Harbour UFO incident of October 4, 1967. Laurie Wickens and friends witnessed a row of orange-yellow lights that appeared to descend into the water. Local fishermen and the military searched the area, finding only bubbling water and yellow foam. The incident is considered one of the world's best-known UFO cases.

"District is UFO hotspot" (NEWS, Keighley, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

Official figures confirm Keighley as a UFO hotspot, with the Ministry of Defence recording six sightings in the district since 1999. The article mentions reports of large objects/aircraft with white lights, triangle-shaped lights, and objects above the moors. The MoD investigates reports to determine if UK airspace has been compromised.

"Nothing spatial in Macc UFO sightings" by Laura Thistlethwaite (EXPRESS, Macclesfield, England - Aug. 8, 2007)

This article discusses Ministry of Defence (MoD) reports of UFO sightings in Macclesfield, including a spinning object hovering over the town in June 2006. The MoD states it monitors sightings for national security implications. Dr. Tim O'Brien, a senior lecturer in astrophysics, expresses skepticism about extraterrestrial connections, believing that while life may exist elsewhere, it has not visited Earth.

"Strange sights in the skies over Tamworth" by Laura Vickers (HERALD, Tamworth, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

This report details sightings in Tamworth, including Joyce Smith witnessing a large, saucer-shaped light hovering near her home, and Peter Stockton seeing a ball of light streak across the sky. The article notes that mid-August is considered 'meteorite season.'

"More reports of UFO lights" (SOUTH LONDON PRESS, London, England - Aug. 14, 2007)

This article compiles reports of bright lights seen in the night skies over South London, following previous reports of lights flying in formation. Witnesses describe intense, silent lights that are clearly not planes or stars. The MoD has remained silent on the matter, only investigating if there is a perceived threat.

"UFOs in the skys over Gloucestershire" (NEWS, Cheltenham, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

Defence chiefs are convinced that Gloucestershire is an 'intergalactic hotspot,' with the Ministry of Defence recording nine UFO sightings in the county since 1998. Reports include strange lights, circular objects, and flashes in the sky. The MoD investigates sightings to determine if UK airspace has been compromised.

"Was UFOs report an MoD whitewash?" by T Roy Dutton (WESTERN MORNING NEWS, Plymouth, England - Aug. 14, 2007)

This letter to the editor criticizes a recent article about the MoD's UFO database, arguing that it was a 'whitewash.' The author contends that the MoD's report, which focused on explaining sightings as misidentifications or 'balls of electrified air,' did not adequately investigate 'unauthorised activity' reported by the public. The author also mentions his own extensive research and a global database of similar reports.

"UFO enlightenment" by T Roy Dutton (WESTERN MORNING NEWS, Plymouth, England - Aug. 14, 2007)

This piece, likely a continuation or related article by T Roy Dutton, discusses his long-term engagement with UFO phenomena since 1947. He mentions his annual visits to Tremore Manor and his work in organizing international Ufologist conventions. He offers lectures and distributes recordings of his talks, seeking assistance with postage stamps.

"The truth is out there, but is it all fireballs?" by Samantha Payne (GAZETTE, Hackney, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

This article reports on 97 unexplained mysteries in the UK, including two large fireballs seen over Stamford Hill after a massive bang. Denis Plunkett, a founder of the British Flying Saucer Bureau, suggests fireballs do not travel horizontally and that the bang could be from a fireball splitting. The article also mentions other sightings in Hackney, including a black, odd-shaped object and a bright white star. The MoD investigates sightings only if UK airspace is under threat.

"Sightings by bomber pilots" (GAZETTE, Hackney, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

This short piece mentions that bomber pilots during World War II reported seeing 'fireballs,' known as foolfighters, moving alongside their aircraft. It also notes that hundreds of green fireballs were seen in New Mexico and a large fireball was witnessed across England in 1955.

"It's true... UFOs really do exist out there" (GAZETTE, Hackney, England - Aug. 9, 2007)

This article discusses a secret government document that admitted the existence of UFOs after a sighting in Shropshire. The document is featured in Timothy Good's book, 'Need To Know.' The sighting involved a craft that 'shot beams of light' and was witnessed by up to 70 credible eyewitnesses, including military personnel and police officers. The MoD is preparing to publish other UFO reports dating back to 1967.

"UFOs giving town a miss" (OBSERVER, Rochdale, England - Aug. 8, 2007)

This article notes that despite Rochdale's history of UFO sightings, there have been no recent reports in the borough. Freedom of Information Act powers revealed two sightings in Manchester in the past year, including silver UFOs and an orange ball. The Ministry of Defence UFO section has recorded none in Rochdale, though it keeps records for national security purposes.

"Are Urmston aliens still watching us?" (METRO NEWS, Manchester, England - July 27, 2007)

This article reflects on the 60th anniversary of the Roswell incident and the continued presence of UFOs. It mentions a sighting by Aurigny Airlines captain Ray Bower of two large, cigar-shaped objects near Guernsey. The article also references a close encounter of the third kind in Urmston in the late 1970s, witnessed by police.

"CROWDED SKIES: Government's X-files reveal a spate of UFOs over Wearside - But are they aliens?" (ECHO, Sunderland, England - July 14, 2007)

This article reports that Government files reveal an array of unexplained objects spotted in the skies over Wearside and East Durham, with seven UFO reports logged since 1999. It mentions specific incidents, including a silver pyramid-shaped object, UFO activity at Seaham and Hetton, and a silver flying saucer seen hovering above houses. The article also touches on a mysterious fireball and a 'moving wagon wheel' design in a wheat field.

"Saskatchewan farmer admits prank is to blame for crop circles in field" (NATIONAL POST, Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Oct. 2, 2007)

This brief report reveals that a farmer in Saskatchewan, Calvin Michel, admitted that crop circles discovered on his farm were the result of a prank by an unnamed friend. This followed a similar incident in 2005 and had attracted media attention and paranormal enthusiasts.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO sightings, crop circles, and the ongoing debate about their origins, ranging from extraterrestrial visitors to misidentifications and experimental technology. There is a consistent focus on witness accounts and the release of government documents, particularly from the Ministry of Defence, which often investigate sightings for national security reasons. The editorial stance appears to be one of presenting various perspectives, from the highly credulous to the skeptical, while highlighting the persistent mystery and public fascination with these phenomena. The publication seems to lean towards acknowledging that some events remain unexplained, even after official review.

This issue of "The Recorder" (and other associated publications) from August to October 2007, presents a diverse collection of articles focusing on UFO sightings and the enduring mystery of Bigfoot. The content spans multiple publications and locations, offering a broad perspective on unexplained phenomena.

UFO Sightings and Encounters

The issue opens with a local report from the Basingstoke & North Hants Gazette detailing Kris Reed's claim of seeing a pear-shaped, reddish-purple UFO over Basingstoke on August 4, 2007. He described it hovering, shrinking, and disappearing, followed by a formation of planes. The article also notes the Ministry of Defence's policy of only examining reports with evidence of a potential threat.

The Recorder itself features a headline about "UFO sightings in Notts skies," revealing that the Ministry of Defence has recorded ten UFO sightings in Nottinghamshire since 1999, including descriptions of bright lights and "lozenge-shaped" objects.

A significant piece from the Times (Bromley, England) introduces author Timothy Good, who claims a "secret war" is raging between Earth and alien UFOs, based on his research into declassified government documents. He suggests skirmishes have occurred between UFOs and American fighter jets and that there is ongoing conflict with the military. Good believes the government agenda is for gradual disclosure of UFO information.

Several articles from international sources, translated from Spanish, detail various UFO incidents:

• Chile: A UFO image from Salamanca caused widespread surprise, with hundreds witnessing an event involving a light exhibiting strange movements, loud reports, and disappearing objects.
• Peru: A meteor crash in Puno reportedly left a large crater, and seven policemen fell ill after collecting samples, experiencing nausea and dizziness. A strong odor emanated from the impact site.
• Mexico: An aviation mechanic captured a photograph of a luminous object during a test flight.
• Argentina: Photographs from La Pampa and Toay captured unidentified flying objects that were not visible at the time of the photos.
• Puerto Rico: Multiple reports detail strange lights and fiery objects, including a bottle-shaped object that fell in Guanica, a strange explosion near Juana Diaz, and a witness seeing a UFO in Guayama. Authorities initially classified some fiery objects as "private planes."

The Bigfoot Phenomenon

The issue also dedicates substantial coverage to the Bigfoot phenomenon, exploring both anecdotal accounts and scientific interest.

• East Oregonian: Features Jeff Pinsker, owner of the Tollgate Resort, who displays plaster casts of large footprints, possibly from Bigfoot. The article discusses the debate surrounding Bigfoot's existence and the efforts of organizations like the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO).
• Herald (Sharon, PA): Reports on local claims of a creature lurking in the woodlands of Mercer County, Pennsylvania. Paul Lucas, an advocate for Bigfoot's existence, has studied numerous sightings in the area and believes "so many sightings in one area must mean some kind of abnormal creature is out there." The article details several specific sightings in the Mercer County area dating back to the 1980s.
• Sunday Express (London): Highlights scientists on the trail of Bigfoot, with an expedition planned in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to search for evidence like bones and footprints. The article mentions the legendary "gigantopithicus" as a possible ancestor and the famous Patterson-Gimlin film.
• Log Cabin Democrat (Conway, AR): Presents a case where a hunter and his friends had a frightening encounter in the Allegheny National Forest, hearing screams and seeing a large silhouette. They later found their campsite ransacked and discovered brown hair.
• Herald (Grand Forks, ND): Discusses sightings of Bigfoot in northeastern Minnesota, with researchers like Robert Olson and Donald Sherman documenting signs and reports. Sherman notes that Bigfoot is believed to be a being that guides and cares for people in American Indian beliefs.
• Log Cabin Democrat (Conway, AR): A separate report from Pennsylvania discusses a creature photographed by an automatic camera, with opinions divided between it being a juvenile Sasquatch or a bear with mange.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes throughout this collection of articles are the persistent nature of unexplained phenomena, the challenges in obtaining definitive proof, and the human fascination with mysteries. There's a clear distinction between anecdotal witness accounts, often met with skepticism, and the efforts of researchers and scientists attempting to investigate these claims. The articles present a variety of perspectives, from the official government stance on UFOs to the deep-rooted cultural beliefs surrounding Bigfoot. The editorial stance appears to be one of reporting on these phenomena, presenting the evidence and witness testimonies, while acknowledging the skepticism and the ongoing debate surrounding their validity. The inclusion of translated articles from various countries highlights the global nature of these reported events.