Last weekend’s below zero temperatures lead to an unexpected mishap for a Middlefield family. Violating the No-Swimming rules, the Grissom family decided to be their own Polar Bear Club and go swimming at Wadworth Falls. Wadsworth falls is normally a fun place for everyone to hangout; but this time the unusually cold temperatures led to an unexpected freeze of the stream and water fall.

While jumping around and having fun…the family thought they were supposed to be polar bears…on lookers watched in horror as the water around the Grissom family began to instantly freeze. Suddenly the family was trapped, and in moments their bodies were frozen within the frozen water fall.

Rescue workers were quickly brought in, but by the time they arrived the Grissom family was encased in several feet of ice. Authorities believed dynamite could free the trapped family, but there was serious concern about damaging the natural beauty of the falls.  After medical officials determined the family was perfectly preserved, town officials decided to postpone any rescue attempt until the spring when the ice is expected to thaw.

Edwardo Kagen, also known as the Mattabeseck Butcher, is believed to have escaped from Hell to be reunited with his beloved Shelly Jones. MI recently reported the nuptials between Kagen and Jones in a ceremony uniting the dead killer with the living bride. See Woman Marries a Damned Soul. Mrs. Kagen said that Edwardo had changed and repented his evil ways since his arrival in Hell. Edwardo’s escape was aided by native American psychic Tia Two Wings. As she did during the courtship, Two Wings used her powers to facilitate communications between the Kagens. This time the communications were different. TwoWing’s whole being was taken. Ektoplasm came forth from her mouth like a giser. The ektoplasma soon materialized into Edwardo’s shape and form. Shelly couldn’t believe her eyes. Filled with joy at the site of Edwardo, she soon, she collapsed from a case of the vapors. TwoWings also past out from the excursion of bringing forth Kagen’s body and spirit.

Members from the Witch’s Coven that performed the wedding ceremony were on hand to help the Kagens and TwoWings. Edwardo was in a comatose state initially and required constant care for several days. TwoWings has not completely recovered according to unnamed members of the Coven. Shelley quickly recovered and is reported filled with bliss having her husband home and finally alive; although Tia Two-Wings would not confirm for MI whether Edwardo is considered to be fully alive, or in an undead state.

MI asked local authorities about the state of Edwardo’s criminal conviction; however they declined comment siting this as an unprecedented legal question best left for the courts to decide.

The happy couple don’t have any long term plans as of yet, but are reportedly enjoying their new found time together.

Lake Besic was the scene of unspeakable horror yesterday as a pair of ice fishermen were pulled into the icy depths of the lake. John S. and Sammy J. of Middlefield CT had claimed their spot near the deepest point in the lake. With their augers they had drilled a hole through the ice and had placed their lines in the water. Sometime had passed. Around late morning,  according to witnesses, the ice began to crack. A second later, before John and Sammy could react, a giant mouth broke through the ice. Both fishermen were swallowed whole. Terrified residents fled the area abandoning their fishing gear.

Police were called in, however before authorities could begin a recovery attempt, the ice had refroze. Police used dynamite to blast open a hole and rescue divers were deployed to recover John and Sammy. However, after several hours, authorities called off the search.

No decision has been made about resuming the search for John and Sammy. As of 7am the temperature was at -6 degrees making any recover dangerous for the dive team.

While witnesses claim a monster ate John and Sammy, the CT Game and Wildlife department said there has to be another explanation for the accident. They said the lake is populated with bass fish, which couldn’t break through the foot thick ice.

M.I. will continue to track this story.

A Middlefield woman, Christy C, has reported that her craft project has shown signs of demonic possession. Christy initially believed she was just dealing with the normal challenges she encounters with any craft project. This project was different. First, the project was supposed to be simple. Just put a candle on a hanging basket. What could be simpler? Yet at each step, there were strange problems. First, the paint wouldn’t adhere to the basket. The candle would defy any attempts to get mounted to the basket. The hanging hook wouldn’t hold up the basket. With each frustration, anger mounted. The afternoon project turned into a days then weeks. The anger continued, affecting Christy’s family.

In time, her pets began to avoid her. Family members stopped talking. Appliances stopped working and other successful house craft projects started falling apart. Only when a friend suggested that this sounded like a case of possession did Christy realized something bigger was at play. Eventually, Christy finished her candle baskets, but now paranormal investigators are trying to determine the exact cause of the darkness surrounding Christy’s home. Once the initial investigation is complete, the investigators will begin ridding the home of the malignant forces at play.

In the meantime, Christy’s family is looking for ways to heal and being life again. Christy said she really wants to do more craft projects, but she won’t touch another glue gun until the dark spirits are gone. Her kids never liked arts and crafts, and have vowed to avoid these projects altogether.

Editor’s note: On Dec 15th, Christy informed M.I. that she’s removed the possessed baskets from her home.

Fun and Games or Death Sport?

Today, the girls of Coginchaug Regional High School participated in an annual tradition: Seniors versus Juniors in the PowderPuff Football game.  Many years ago it started off as a fun game of flag football.  Although the rules heavily favor the Senior team, the Juniors don’t object knowing that they will receive the benefits next year.  It was all fun and games until 7 years ago when junior Betsy Z and fellow cult members decided some of the seniors needed a special graduation gift. The gift of revenge for years of abuse and bullying. Betsy and her followers got their way and several seniors were injured.

Each year since, the game has gotten more violent. There hasn’t been any known atrocities from cult members; but the desire for revenge has spread throughout the student body. Now, every remembered slight, insult, and dirty look is a reason to get involved in the game.  Powderpuff football has grown to be more popular with the towns of Durham and Middlefield because of the brutal nature of the game.

The pressure on the girls is intense.  One of the girls was in an auto accident several nights ago, and her team mate who was a passenger that night “just wanted to fit in.” Needless to say, that in spite of the accident, they still got to practice. Another girl is going to miss her family’s Thanksgiving trip, because the peer pressure is just too great. Rhea said “Sure I love my family, and I’m disappointed that I’m going to miss my last Thanksgiving as a high school student; but I couldn’t possibly let me team down. It’s going to be a rough game, and I won’t let me friend get into this fight without me!! Plus, there’s a few juniors out there who need some tough love before I’m out of here.”

As of the time of this writing the Seniors won 32-0; however there’s no word on casualties. No doubt that the ambulances on hand were thoroughly utilized.