How to tell the difference between a drone, a plane and a UFO
5 days, 5 hours ago

How to tell the difference between a drone, a plane and a UFO

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On Tuesday more suspected sightings in the eastern U.S. led to a temporary airspace shutdown at an Air Force base in Ohio and arrests near Boston‘s Logan International Airport, as elected officials increased their push for action to identify and stop the mysterious unmanned flights. Drones flying around Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, forced base officials to close the airspace for about four hours late Friday into early Saturday, said Robert Purtiman, a base spokesperson. National security officials have said the drones recently spotted in the eastern part of the country don’t appear to be signs of foreign interference or a public safety threat. open image in gallery Mysterious drones have been spotted above various states including New Jersey, New York, Ohio, California and more But are those flashing lights in the sky really airplanes Up in the sky, is that a drone, a plane or a helicopter?

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Interactive map reveals disturbing pattern in drone sightings across the US
2 days, 21 hours ago

Interactive map reveals disturbing pattern in drone sightings across the US

Daily Mail  

An interactive map has revealed a disturbing pattern in drone sightings across the US. 'Multiple' instances of drones appeared over New Jersey's Navy weapons station, and Ohio's Wright-Patterson Air Force Base closed its airspace due to similar activity on December 13. Sightings over US military bases began as early as October, as several reports indicated drones near Langley Air Force …

Mapped: All the locations of mass drone sightings in the last week
5 days, 5 hours ago

Mapped: All the locations of mass drone sightings in the last week

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Over the last few weeks, local, state and …

Bethenny Frankel shares bizarre theory about mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey
5 days, 5 hours ago

Bethenny Frankel shares bizarre theory about mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey

The Independent  

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Intel Officials Warned Police That US Cities Aren’t Ready for Hostile Drones
54 years, 11 months ago

Intel Officials Warned Police That US Cities Aren’t Ready for Hostile Drones

Wired  

The Department of Homeland Security issued warnings to state and local law enforcement agencies this summer regarding the “growing illicit use” of commercial drones, internal documents show. The capabilities of unmanned aircraft systems are “progressing faster” than available countermeasures offered under “federal prevention frameworks,” the memo says, adding that it’s common for state and local authorities to observe “nefarious” and …

US agencies dismiss national security threat from mystery drone sightings
Top News
6 days, 1 hour ago

US agencies dismiss national security threat from mystery drone sightings

Firstpost  

There is no threat to national security or public safety from reported sightings of mystery drones that have stirred concern in parts of the United States, government agencies said Tuesday. “We have not identified anything anomalous and do not assess the activity to date to present a national security or public safety risk over the civilian airspace in New Jersey …

No security threat from reported drone sightings, US federal agencies state
6 days, 15 hours ago

No security threat from reported drone sightings, US federal agencies state

Al Jazeera  

Agencies issue joint statement in response to more than 5,000 reported drone sightings in past few weeks. The United States government says there is no threat to national security or public safety from reported sightings of mystery drones that have stirred public concern in parts of the country. “We have not identified anything anomalous and do not assess the activity …

Is that a drone or a plane? Experts help explain the differences
6 days, 15 hours ago

Is that a drone or a plane? Experts help explain the differences

Associated Press  

Up in the sky, is that a drone, a plane or a helicopter? Experts who study unmanned aircraft systems — better known as drones — say it can be tough to tell from miles away. “You can’t just walk outside and say, ‘Oh, that’s not a drone,’ or ‘That is one.’ All you can really factually say is, ‘I saw …

I'm a UAV pilot and here's what happened when I tried to fly near New Jersey's mystery drones
6 days, 16 hours ago

I'm a UAV pilot and here's what happened when I tried to fly near New Jersey's mystery drones

Daily Mail  

An experienced drone pilot in New Jersey has come forward to demonstrate how advanced the state's mystery drones are compared to ordinary consumer models. An experienced drone pilot in New Jersey has come forward to demonstrate just how advanced the state's mystery drones really are compared to consumer models What makes these mystery drone flights so concerning, according to this …

Andy Kim Says Drone Scare Fueled By Lack Of Communication, Distrust In Government
6 days, 17 hours ago

Andy Kim Says Drone Scare Fueled By Lack Of Communication, Distrust In Government

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Sen Andy Kim thinks public alarm over drones in the night sky has been fueled by lack of information from the federal government. The next day, however, Kim consulted civilian aviators and other experts and reckoned most of the “drones” he’d seen were actually regular manned aircraft. “If local police are potentially misidentifying things because …

US deploys drone detection system in New York amid mystery sightings
6 days, 20 hours ago

US deploys drone detection system in New York amid mystery sightings

Firstpost  

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that a drone detection system will be sent to New York following a surge in mysterious drone sightings across the east coast, including disruptions at Stewart International Airport, according to a report Governor Kathy Hochul on Sunday said that US officials are sending a drone detection system to New York after questions over mysterious objects in …

'We are on it': U.S. official seeks to allay drone sighting concerns
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1 week ago

'We are on it': U.S. official seeks to allay drone sighting concerns

Raw Story  

A top U.S. official sought to quell growing concern Sunday over reported drone sightings in the country's northeast, reiterating there was no known security threat as authorities monitor the situation. The criticism has come even from Biden's own party, with top Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer calling Sunday for action to make it easier for federal, state and local authorities to …

Foreign threat or alien invasion? The conspiracy theories as mysterious drone sightings spread across US East Coast
1 week ago

Foreign threat or alien invasion? The conspiracy theories as mysterious drone sightings spread across US East Coast

Firstpost  

It started with New Jersey. “This has gone too far,” New York Governor Kathy Hochul said on Saturday, adding last month she “directed the New York State Intelligence Centre to actively investigate drone sightings and coordinate with federal law enforcement to address this issue.” What are the authorities saying? In New York and New Jersey, Schumer has called for the …

NY pol writes to Biden about mystery drones, blasts lack of answers in scathing statement, ‘Completely unacceptable’
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1 week ago

NY pol writes to Biden about mystery drones, blasts lack of answers in scathing statement, ‘Completely unacceptable’

Hindustan Times  

An upstate New York elected official has claimed he has written a letter to the White House to complain about the drone sightings in New Jersey and parts of the Empire State. “The fact that this issue has persisted for weeks without clear answers is completely unacceptable—not just to the people of Rockland County, but to communities across the nation,” …

Mystery drone sightings in US leave podcast king Joe Rogan 'genuinely concerned'
1 week ago

Mystery drone sightings in US leave podcast king Joe Rogan 'genuinely concerned'

India Today  

Continuous drone sightings in New Jersey have started raising alarm bells even among celebrities, with popular podcaster Joe Rogan saying the mysterious flying objects buzzing around New York and the adjoining areas have left him “genuinely concerned". https://t.co/yzRoie2lUn — Joe Rogan December 15, 2024 The sightings have been taking place late at night, with people reportedly spotting clusters of drone-like …

Mysterious drone sightings spook Americans, spark new theory
1 week ago

Mysterious drone sightings spook Americans, spark new theory

India Today  

A series of unexplained drone sightings over New Jersey and other parts of the East Coast in recent weeks have sparked widespread concern and confusion. The mysterious drone sightings, which began on November 18 in New Jersey according to the Federal Aviation Administration, have been reported every night since then. Drones have been observed flying over residential neighbourhoods, restricted areas, …

Drone sightings in New Jersey and even California: What is really going on?
1 week ago

Drone sightings in New Jersey and even California: What is really going on?

LA Times  

The evening sky and points of light near Lebanon Township, N.J., on Dec. 5. Officials downplay concerns Federal officials said over the weekend that the multiple drone sightings over New Jersey and other states are “in fact, manned aircraft being misidentified as drones.” On Saturday, officials said in a White House statement that there isn’t any evidence of illegal activity …

Federal officials don’t have answers for mystery drone sightings: ‘We simply don’t know’
1 week ago

Federal officials don’t have answers for mystery drone sightings: ‘We simply don’t know’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery A person’s photo of what they believe to be a …

What we know about the mysterious drones reported over the East Coast
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1 week, 1 day ago

What we know about the mysterious drones reported over the East Coast

CNN  

CNN — Mysterious flying objects overhead. Kathy Hochul on Saturday, adding last month she “directed the New York State Intelligence Center to actively investigate drone sightings and coordinate with federal law enforcement to address this issue.” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he’s asking DHS to deploy special detection systems that use 360-degree technology to detect drones. New York State …

Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey: What we know so far
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1 week, 1 day ago

Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey: What we know so far

India Today  

Over the past couple of weeks, the skies over New Jersey and the East Coast have become a stage for an unusual spectacle—mysterious drone sightings through the air, capturing the attention and imagination of many. Here is a comprehensive overview of the mysterious drones: Mystery Drones Over New Jersey New Jersey residents first spotted flying object along the Raritan River, …

Federal response to mysterious drone sightings draws bipartisan criticism
1 week, 1 day ago

Federal response to mysterious drone sightings draws bipartisan criticism

CNN  

CNN — Lawmakers from across the political spectrum on Sunday criticized the federal government’s response to mysterious drone sightings in the Northeast, as officials emphasize there is no evidence of a security threat. An FBI official pointed to similarities between flight patterns and the drone sightings, saying it’s “indicative of manned aviation being quite often mistaken for unmanned aviation or …

As drone sightings spread across East Coast, federal officials still don't know much
1 week, 1 day ago

As drone sightings spread across East Coast, federal officials still don't know much

NPR  

As drone sightings spread across East Coast, federal officials still don't know much toggle caption Kent Nishimura/Getty Images As the mystery grows around the drones flying over New Jersey, so do the calls from puzzled residents to authorities about the flying machines. Sponsor Message Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told ABC News' This Week on Sunday that the federal government …

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Says Mystery Drone Problem 'Has Gone Too Far'
1 week, 1 day ago

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Says Mystery Drone Problem 'Has Gone Too Far'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has a message for the Biden administration, as it continues to show little urgency in addressing unexplained nighttime drone sightings along the East Coast: “This has gone too far.” Hochul demanded that President Joe Biden take action for the sake of public safety in a statement issued Saturday, after drone sightings caused …

What We Know (And Don't Know) About The Mysterious New Jersey Drone Sightings
1 week, 1 day ago

What We Know (And Don't Know) About The Mysterious New Jersey Drone Sightings

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING A large number of mysterious drones have been reported flying over parts of New Jersey and the East Coast in recent weeks, sparking speculation and concern over who sent them and why. New Jersey’s new senator, Andy Kim, spent Thursday night on a drone hunt in rural northern New Jersey, and posted about it on X. Murphy …

Drone Mystery Grows As Flying Object Sightings Continue In New Jersey, Other States
1 week, 1 day ago

Drone Mystery Grows As Flying Object Sightings Continue In New Jersey, Other States

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING CHATHAM, N.J. — That buzzing coming out of New Jersey? New Jersey’s new senator, Andy Kim, spent Thursday night on a drone hunt in rural northern New Jersey, and posted about it on X. The Facebook page, New Jersey Mystery Drones — let’s solve it, has nearly 44,000 members, up from 39,000 late Thursday. Olivia DeMattio, outside …

Drone falls out of sky and crashes into New Jersey homeowner’s backyard, causing panic
1 week, 2 days ago

Drone falls out of sky and crashes into New Jersey homeowner’s backyard, causing panic

Hindustan Times  

A drone crashed into a New Jersey homeowner’s backyard after falling out of the sky on Thursday night, December 12. Officials said the craft was “a hobby or toy type of drone” and “not a large commercial or military grade drone,” the Pequannock Police Department told New York Post. This incident comes shortly after New Jersey cops warned of possible …

Donald Trump suggests government knows more about drone sightings than they are letting on, ‘Let the public know’
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Donald Trump suggests government knows more about drone sightings than they are letting on, ‘Let the public know’

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump claimed on Friday, December 13, that government officials know more about the strange drone sightings in the Northeast than they are revealing. Donald Trump claims government knows more about drone sightings than they are letting on “Mystery Drone sightings all over the Country. Besides Trump, many other Republican lawmakers have also urged the military to shoot down the …

Unidentified lights in New Jersey skies trigger ‘UFO’ conspiracy theories
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1 week, 2 days ago

Unidentified lights in New Jersey skies trigger ‘UFO’ conspiracy theories

Hindustan Times  

That buzzing coming out of New Jersey? The Facebook page, New Jersey Mystery Drones — let's solve it, has nearly 44,000 members, up from 39,000 late Thursday. The federal Homeland Security Department and FBI also said in a joint statement they have no evidence that the sightings pose “a national security?or public safety?threat or have a foreign nexus.” “How can …

Donald Trump weighs in on drone sightings as FBI receives thousands of tips
1 week, 2 days ago

Donald Trump weighs in on drone sightings as FBI receives thousands of tips

ABC  

President-elect Donald Trump has called for drones to be shot down as the FBI receives thousands of tips over mysterious sightings in several US states. The FBI and the Department of Homeland Security said on Thursday they are continuing to "investigate this situation and confirm whether the reported drone flights are actually drones or are instead manned aircraft or otherwise …

Want to know what’s flying overhead? There’s an app for that
1 week, 2 days ago

Want to know what’s flying overhead? There’s an app for that

CNN  

New York CNN — People in New Jersey are freaking out about sightings of what they say appear to be “giant drones” flying around at night. Apps like Flightradar24, Plane Finder and FlightAware all have features that let users see, in real-time, what aircraft are flying around them, including the thousands of commercial and private flights and helicopters that may …

Want to know what’s flying overhead? There’s an app for that
1 week, 2 days ago

Want to know what’s flying overhead? There’s an app for that

CNN  

New York CNN — People in New Jersey are freaking out about sightings of what they say appear to be “giant drones” flying around at night. Apps like Flightradar24, Plane Finder and FlightAware all have features that let users see, in real-time, what aircraft are flying around them, including the thousands of commercial and private flights and helicopters that may …

Donald Trump Calls On Feds To Either Explain The Mystery Drones Or Shoot Them Down
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Donald Trump Calls On Feds To Either Explain The Mystery Drones Or Shoot Them Down

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING President-elect Donald Trump joined the chorus of people raising concerns about mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and other states on the East Coast, calling on government officials to shoot down the aircraft if they are truly unidentifiable. “We have no evidence at this time that the reported drone sightings pose a national security or public safety …

Drone Sightings Spread To Other States As Politicians Demand Answers
1 week, 2 days ago

Drone Sightings Spread To Other States As Politicians Demand Answers

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING A mystery that started in New Jersey last month has begun to spread, with residents in Maryland, New York and Connecticut and apparently even an officer aboard a U.S. Coast Guard vessel now reporting nighttime drone sightings. Like… pic.twitter.com/Ipx8ctLmhs — Governor Larry Hogan December 13, 2024 Connecticut State Police troopers said Friday they’d also received reports of …

The New Jersey Drone Mystery May Not Actually Be That Mysterious
54 years, 11 months ago

The New Jersey Drone Mystery May Not Actually Be That Mysterious

Wired  

Across New Jersey, reports of mysterious drone sightings have been rising for weeks, with people contacting authorities and posting on social media about aerial vehicles behaving strangely, especially at night. There are no reported or confirmed drone sightings in any restricted air space.” Multiple federal agencies have been collaborating with New Jersey State Police on the investigation, but the FBI …

New Jersey airspace overwhelmed by rising drone sightings, residents demand action
1 week, 2 days ago

New Jersey airspace overwhelmed by rising drone sightings, residents demand action

Hindustan Times  

Officials at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey, confirmed that there have been "multiple" instances of drones entering the airspace over the facility. Authorities take on drone incidents In a statement to ABC News, the public affairs officer for the naval station, Bill Anderson said, “While no direct threats to the installation have been identified, we can …

Mystery drones have sparked panic in New Jersey. Here's what we know
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1 week, 2 days ago

Mystery drones have sparked panic in New Jersey. Here's what we know

Firstpost  

Witnesses first began seeing the drones flying around New Jersey in November. Authorities say the drones do not seem to pose a public threat, but investigative agencies like the FBI are citizens to keep tabs on the unmanned craft In this image taken from video provided by MartyA45_, several drones appear to be flying over Randolph, New Jersey on December …

Unidentified drones sighted over US air base in Germany's Ramstein: Report
1 week, 3 days ago

Unidentified drones sighted over US air base in Germany's Ramstein: Report

Firstpost  

German intelligence chiefs have warned that the country’s support for Ukraine in its war with Russia makes it a target of possible sabotage attempts, with recent security incidents at military barracks raising alarm further Unidentified drones have been sighted over sensitive industry locations and the U.S. air base at Ramstein in Germany in recent weeks, the Spiegel news magazine reported …

White House clears the air on New Jersey 'drone' sightings: 'No threat to national security'
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1 week, 3 days ago

White House clears the air on New Jersey 'drone' sightings: 'No threat to national security'

Firstpost  

Over the past few days, a large number of mysterious drones have been reported flying over parts of New Jersey, sparking speculations and concern. Amid this, the White House confirmed that they are manned aircraft which were being flown lawfully The photo provided by Brian Glenn shows what appears to be multiple drones flying over Bernardsville, New Jersey on December …

Mysterious drones spotted in New Jersey should be shot down, if necessary: US senator
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

Mysterious drones spotted in New Jersey should be shot down, if necessary: US senator

Deccan Chronicle  

Toms River: A U.S. senator has called for mysterious drones spotted flying at night over sensitive areas in New Jersey and other parts of the Mid-Atlantic region to be “shot down, if necessary,” even as it remains unclear who owns the unmanned aircraft. “We have no evidence at this time that the reported drone sightings pose a national security or …

New Jersey governor wants more federal resources for probe into drone sightings
1 week, 3 days ago

New Jersey governor wants more federal resources for probe into drone sightings

LA Times  

In this image taken from video, an apparent drone flies over Randolph, N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy has asked the Biden administration to put more resources into an investigation of mysterious drone sightings that have been reported in New Jersey and nearby states. The aircraft have drawn intense public concern and curiosity since residents first reported sightings last month. The flying …

Officials demand explanation on mysterious drones as more sightings reported in New York metro area and beyond
1 week, 3 days ago

Officials demand explanation on mysterious drones as more sightings reported in New York metro area and beyond

CNN  

New York CNN — Federal agencies are facing intense pressure to give the public more details on unexplained drone sightings in the New York City metropolitan area and beyond that have been going on for weeks over residential neighborhoods as well as restricted sites and critical infrastructure. Kathy Hochul said in a statement Saturday, adding last month she “directed the …

Mysterious aircraft are flying over New Jersey. Here’s what big drones are made for
1 week, 3 days ago

Mysterious aircraft are flying over New Jersey. Here’s what big drones are made for

CNN  

New York CNN — Big drones have become a big topic of conversation in New Jersey: Residents have reported seeing drones the size of small cars flying around at night; officials are unsure if they’re seeing anything unusual, or if these are drones at all. Law enforcement officials, including the FBI, are still trying to confirm what exactly New Jersey …

New Jersey residents and officials are puzzled over mysterious drones
1 week, 3 days ago

New Jersey residents and officials are puzzled over mysterious drones

NPR  

New Jersey residents and officials are puzzled over mysterious drones Residents in New Jersey for weeks have reported seeing mysterious drones in the skies. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: New Jersey's own Bruce Springsteen once described north Jersey sky with the line, the sun's just a red ball rising over them refinery towers. The latest information we have is that the federal …

'Mystery' drones over US skies perplexes residents: 'They don't fly this quiet'
1 week, 3 days ago

'Mystery' drones over US skies perplexes residents: 'They don't fly this quiet'

India Today  

Mysterious objects in the air have been spotted in several parts of US, triggering curiosity and panic among the people. Multiple reports of drones in the skies over New Jersey's largest reservoir and near LaGuardia Airport in New York have sparked concern among locals. Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh said" "There is no Iranian ship off the coast of the United …

Mysterious aircraft are flying over New Jersey. Here’s what big drones are made for
1 week, 3 days ago

Mysterious aircraft are flying over New Jersey. Here’s what big drones are made for

CNN  

New York CNN — Big drones have become a big topic of conversation in New Jersey: Residents have reported seeing drones the size of small cars flying around at night; officials are unsure if they’re seeing anything unusual, or if these are drones at all. Law enforcement officials, including the FBI, are still trying to confirm what exactly New Jersey …

U.S. Senator Calls For Mysterious N.J. Drones To Be 'Shot Down, If Necessary'
1 week, 3 days ago

U.S. Senator Calls For Mysterious N.J. Drones To Be 'Shot Down, If Necessary'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING TOMS River, N.J. — A U.S. senator has called for mysterious drones spotted flying over sensitive areas in New Jersey and other parts of the Mid-Atlantic region to be “shot down, if necessary,” even as it remains unclear who owns them. “We have no evidence at this time that the reported drone sightings pose a national security …

Iranian vessel, drone or UFO: Mystery over bizarre lights spotted in skies over New Jersey
1 week, 3 days ago

Iranian vessel, drone or UFO: Mystery over bizarre lights spotted in skies over New Jersey

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The state’s governor has insisted the drones are …

What do we know about the mysterious drones reported flying over New Jersey?
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

What do we know about the mysterious drones reported flying over New Jersey?

Associated Press  

A large number of mysterious drones have been reported flying over parts of New Jersey in recent weeks, sparking speculation and concern over who sent them and why. At first, the drones were spotted flying along the scenic Raritan River, a waterway that feeds the Round Valley Reservoir, the state’s largest aquifer, about 50 miles west of New York City. …

'Alarming' U.S. mystery drones confound officials, scare locals
1 week, 4 days ago

'Alarming' U.S. mystery drones confound officials, scare locals

Raw Story  

A rash of unexplained drone sightings in the skies above New Jersey has left locals rattled and sent US officials scrambling for answers. Sam Lugo, 23, who works in the Club Studio gym in New Jersey's Bergen county, one of the corners of the state that has seen several drone sightings, called the reports "crazy". "There have been numerous instances …

Why are mysterious drones flying over New Jersey?
1 week, 4 days ago

Why are mysterious drones flying over New Jersey?

Al Jazeera  

The drones have been spotted flying over critical infrastructure such as US military research facilities and police departments. The night skies over New Jersey have come alight as dozens of mystery drones have been spotted flying over the state, including near United States President-elect Donald Trump’s golf course in the town of Bedminster. In a post on Facebook on December …

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