What is one thing you hope for in 2019?

“Reconciliation between people who think their differences are insurmountable; that they seek common ground.” ~Andrew Hall, Cold Spring

“I wish the president would fix all the BS he is doing.” ~Shorty Gonzalez, Beacon

“I hope to continue to stretch out each moment, to learn from everyone I meet.” ~Denise Friedly, Cold Spring

Behind The Story

Type: News

News: Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.

Michael Turton has been a reporter with The Current since its founding, after working in the same capacity at the Putnam County News & Recorder. Turton spent 20 years as community relations supervisor for the Essex Region Conservation Authority in Ontario before his move in 1998 to Philipstown, where he handled similar duties at Glynwood Farm and The Hastings Center. The Cold Spring resident holds degrees in environmental studies from the University of Waterloo, in education from the University of Windsor and in communication arts from St. Clair College.