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Michael TurtonReporter

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.

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Classic Wheels: 1973 AMC Gremlin X

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 28, 2023May 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

‘Where’s the rest of your car?’

Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring After the Rain

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Resident concerned about flooding along Church, Garden Streets

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 21, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Would you rather skydive, fly in a glider or sit in your rocking chair?

Kemble Avenue fire
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Cold Spring Fire Damages Home

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Seven fire departments involved

The New York State parks department warns Little Stony Point visitors to not swim in the river. (File photo by B. Cronin)
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Park Manager Risks Life to Aid Swimmers

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 14, 2023July 18, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Current hindered pair’s return to safety

Passengers disembark in 2021 from a Seastreak cruise docked at Cold Spring. (File photo by M. Turton)
Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring Raises Docking Fees

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 14, 2023July 18, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Approves first increase since 2017

Bill Ponte, president of the Sports Museum of Dutchess County, says the Beacon Bears, featured in a museum exhibit, ‘were men who loved’ their game.
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Dutchess Museum Honors Local Sports Heroes

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 14, 2023July 18, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Inductees include coaches, other unsung contributors 

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 14, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Are you a card player?

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5 Questions: Dr. Geeta Arora

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 14, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring physician combines ketamine with therapy

Passengers disembark in 2021 from a Seastreak cruise docked at Cold Spring. (File photo by M. Turton)
Posted inPhilipstown News

Seastreak Denied August Dockings

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 7, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring board considers fee increases

Cathy Lilburne of Antipodean Books in Garrison holds a rare, centuries-old copy of The Course of the Exchange. Photo by M. Turton
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A Rarity Even Among Rarities

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 7, 2023July 18, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Garrison collectors find book sought for centuries  

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 7, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

How do you cope with this hot weather?

Village Hall Cold Spring
Posted inPhilipstown News

Finally: New Code for Cold Spring

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 30, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Vote concludes a nine-year, 32-person effort

The Mekeel’s Corners Chapel soon after it was built in 1867 (Forlow Collection)
Posted inPhilipstown News

That Little Church at the Corner

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 30, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

A forgotten community and a July 4th tradition

onthespot 6.30.23
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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 30, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Which of your parents’ sayings do you use?

1957 Ford Thunderbird
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Classic Wheels: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 23, 2023May 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

A Beacon boy’s dream comes true

Village Hall
Posted inPhilipstown News

Public Comment Closes on Cold Spring Zoning

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 23, 2023February 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Village faces June 30 deadline to finish update

onthespot 6.23.23
Posted inOn the Spot

On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 23, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

What tops your summer must-do list?

Charles Ruppmann Photo by M. Turton 1975: Home-run king Hank Aaron (center) hangs out with Sandy Alomar Sr. (left) and his sons, Sandy Jr. and Roberto, both of whom also became Major League Baseball stars. It was Aaron's last trip to Yankee Stadium. Photos courtesy New York Daily News
Posted inArts & Leisure

An Eye for the News

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 16, 2023October 15, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Photojournalist shares memorable shots at Butterfield

Passengers disembark in 2021 from a Seastreak cruise docked at Cold Spring. (File photo by M. Turton)
Posted inPhilipstown News

Seastreak Asks for More Cold Spring Cruises

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 16, 2023June 16, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Requests as many as 30 summer and fall dockings

onthespot 6.16.23
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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 16, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Do you still like going to the movies?

Village Hall
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Hearing Continues on Cold Spring Update

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Planning Board weighs in on zoning proposals

onthespot 6.9.23
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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 9, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Do you still have friends from grade school?

onthespot 6.2.23
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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 2, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Will you be in, on or near the water this summer?

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Posted inAround Town

Bear Mountain Bridge at 100

Avatar photo by Michael Turton June 2, 2023June 9, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Crossing was briefly longest suspension bridge 

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