PENNSYLVANIA ENCOUNTER

Magazine Overview

Title: PENNSYLVANIA ENCOUNTER MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Issue Date: April 2015
Publisher: UFO RESEARCH CENTER OF PENNSYLVANIA (UFORCOP)
Character: This monthly newsletter focuses on UFO sightings, paranormal events, cryptozoology, and related phenomena within Pennsylvania, aiming to research and document these occurrences while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Research and Operations

The UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania (UFORCOP) actively researches case reports submitted to them concerning the UFO phenomenon, paranormal events, crypto-zoology creature sightings, and Alien Abduction cases. They explicitly state they do not comment on the investigative or research results of other groups. UFORCOP operates with two fully equipped mobile units stationed in Eastern and Western Pennsylvania, enabling them to respond to reports within a few hours.

Group Update and Information Requests

The newsletter includes a "Group Update" seeking information on sightings of Dog Man, Bigfoot, or Unknown Creatures specifically in the Clearfield and Jefferson County areas of Pennsylvania. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact [email protected].

Reporting an Event

• UFORCOP provides clear instructions for reporting UFOs, strange creatures, or paranormal events. Potential reporters are asked to send an email or use the contact form on the UFORCOP website. Essential information to include comprises:
• Your name
• Contact phone number or email
• Date and time of the event
• Event location (city, county, state)
• A brief description of the sighting
• The number of witnesses involved
• The proximity to the object
• The object's shape or appearance
• Any attached photos, drawings, video, or EVP recordings.

All submitted information is treated as strictly confidential.

Contact Information and Researchers

The newsletter lists contact emails for researchers across various locations, including Pennsylvania, Florida, Missouri, Poland, Georgia, Northeast Florida, Oklahoma, Northern California, Utah, Michigan, and the UFO Research Group in the UK. These contacts are provided for individuals who wish to report an event or seek further information.

Featured Content

This issue highlights "The Big Book of Pennsylvania Ghost Stories" by Mark Nesbitt and Patty A. Wilson as the "Featured Book of the Month." Additionally, the website UFOPARANORMALTEAM.COM is featured as the "Featured Site of the Month."

Notice on Donations and Affiliations

UFORCOP clarifies that they do not accept donations of any type, operate on self-funding, and do not charge for research or investigations. They also note that the featured website is not associated with MUFON Pennsylvania or MUFON International.

In the News

• Several news items are presented:
• Reynoldsville, PA: Featured on Law & Order SVU.
• Additional News: The Alburtis Historical Society is planning another Paranormal Round Table in October 2015.

Crypto of PA

Black Eyed Children: This section describes the urban legend of Black-Eyed Children (or Black-Eyed Kids) – supposed paranormal creatures resembling children aged 6-16 with pale skin and black eyes, often encountered hitchhiking, panhandling, or at residential doorsteps. Tales of these figures have appeared in pop culture since the late 1990s.

Crypto-Zoology Information in Pennsylvania: UFORCOP is seeking information on sightings of Panthers, Mountain lions, Cougars, Thunderbirds, Large Snakes, Strange Creatures, and Bigfoot within Pennsylvania. Researchers like [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] are listed for contact.

Pennsylvania Legends

ACCOMAC INN (Wrightsville, York County): This section details the history and reported hauntings of the Accomac Inn. Originally Anderson's Ferry, it became Keesey's Ferry, then Coyle's Ferry, and finally the Accomac Inn. The reported ghosts are associated with its days as Coyle's Ferry, specifically Johnny Coyle, who shot a girl named Emily Myers. Johnny's spirit is said to roam the inn, playing poltergeist games, and Emily's presence is also noted. An employee reportedly saw a young spectral couple in an upstairs storage room.

UFORCOP: Cold Case Unit

• The Cold Case Unit comprises independent investigators and researchers across several states who reopen and review unsolved cases in Ufology, Crypto Zoology, and the Paranormal. Cases of interest include:
• The Todd Sees Case, Northumberland, PA
• The Kecksburg Incident, Kecksburg, PA
• The Brown Mountain Lights, Morganton, NC
• The Dyatlov Pass Incident, Dyatlov Pass, RU
• Strange Creatures in Westmoreland County, PA

The unit notes that many questions remain unanswered regarding timelines, evidence, and investigator reports, suggesting that "all is not as it seems or has been reported." Information on these cases can be directed to [email protected].

Pennsylvania Sightings Report - April 2015

The newsletter includes a report of 34 sighting reports filed for March 2015 across numerous counties in Pennsylvania, with a disclaimer that all information is strictly confidential.

Request for Assistance

UFORCOP is requesting help in expanding their database of ritualistic incidents, including information on Ritualistic Crimes, personal accounts of cult encounters, animal or human sacrifice, and suspected ritual grounds. Researchers will contact individuals with permission. Input should be directed to [email protected].

Sky Watch: This section encourages the filing of sightings reports via www.UFORCOP.com.

UFO Sightings Near Sensitive Locations: UFORCOP is looking for reports of mysterious lights or UFO sightings near Nuclear Power Plants, Military Bases, or Airport Facilities. Contact [email protected].

Creature Sightings: Information is sought on Creature Sightings in Clearfield County, PA, and the Penfield area State Game Lands #331. Contact [email protected].

Paranormal Activity: Reports of Paranormal Activity in or around Indian Burial Grounds or areas where Indigenous peoples encamped in Pennsylvania are sought. A detailed map would be helpful for research and mobile unit dispatch. Contact [email protected].

Kecksburg Incident: Photographs of Military Trucks and Equipment, along with personnel, at the scene of the Kecksburg / Fireball Incident of December 9, 1965, in Mount Pleasant Township, Westmoreland County, are requested. Contact The UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania.

Independent Researchers: UFORCOP is seeking seasoned independent researchers to join their Cold Case Unit (CCU) in Pennsylvania and other states. Interested individuals should contact [email protected].

Editorial Stance and Quotes

The issue features a prominent quote: "IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT LIGHTS IN THE SKY; IT'S ABOUT LIES ON THE GROUND" followed by "END THE TRUTH EMBARGO! ENDING UFO CENSORSHIP WILL CHANGE EVERYTHING // SEEK THE TRUTH." This suggests a strong stance against perceived government censorship and a call for transparency. Another quote attributed to Butch Witkowski, Director of UFORCOP, states: "WHEN ALL THE EVIDENCE SAYS IT IS TRUE AND NONE SAYS IT IS FALSE, IT IS TRUE."

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around UFO phenomena, paranormal investigations, cryptozoology, and historical unexplained events within Pennsylvania. The editorial stance, as indicated by the prominent quotes, is one of advocating for truth, exposing censorship, and encouraging public participation in research. The organization emphasizes its self-funded, non-profit nature and its commitment to rigorous, confidential investigation of reported anomalies.