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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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New Cold Spring Zoning Within Sight

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 21, 2023May 27, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Public hearing set for April 26

Officers Ken Ross III and Ken Ross Jr. of the SPCA Police Photo by M. Turton
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Harm an Animal, Go to Jail

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

Putnam SPCA combats cruelty

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On The Spot

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What’s your fast-food guilty pleasure?

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Villages, Town Will Host Fjord Trail Forum

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 14, 2023April 28, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Residents can determine priority questions

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On The Spot

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

When was the last time you flew a kite?

Manager Sergio Santos (Photos by M. Turton)
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Renegades Open 2023 Season

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

New stadium name, new manager, 16 new players

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Classic Wheels: 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 7, 2023May 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

‘It’s maybe the ugliest beautiful car I’ve ever seen.’

Village Hall Cold Spring
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Notes from the Cold Spring Village Board

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

Public hearing on 2023-24 budget scheduled

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On The Spot

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

Would you rather add a practical or artistic skill to your repertoire?

Sugar maple buckets near Hubbard Lodge in Philipstown
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Maple Syrup: A Sweet or Sour Future?

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 31, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Part 2 of “Dire Warmings”

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On The Spot

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What impresses you most: sunset, sunrise or full moon?

Dr. Peter Bach stands in what he hopes will be his new office space. Photo by M. Turton
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A New Home for Veterinarian — His Garage

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 24, 2023April 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Seeks permit to operate in North Highlands

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 24, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

How many houses, apartments, etc., have you lived in?

Cold Spring Village Hall
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Notes from the Cold Spring Village Board

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 24, 2023March 24, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Board discusses reviving the community choice aggregation program

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 17, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Would you want a surprise in your DNA ancestry test?

A rendering shows the route of the shoreline trail and bridge north of the Breakneck tunnel.
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Grassroots Group Wants Shorter Fjord Trail

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 10, 2023April 28, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Pushes for Cold Spring-to-Breakneck path to be dropped

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 10, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

What is your personal rite of spring? 

Kathleen Andersen
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5 Questions: Kathleen Andersen

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 10, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Glassblower at Hudson Beach Glass

Village Hall Cold Spring
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Notes from the Cold Spring Village Board

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 10, 2023February 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Parking plan, water meters, Fjord Trail public meeting

Cold Spring Village Hall
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Notes from the Cold Spring Village Board

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 3, 2023March 3, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Budget process underway; few remaining STR issues

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On The Spot

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 3, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Do you prefer mild, medium or spicy food?

Steve Etta's 1951 Ford F-1 pickup
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Classic Wheels: 1951 Ford F-1 Pickup

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 24, 2023May 25, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

‘Everyone looks at it; I like it when they add a wave.’

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5 Questions: Kevin Devaney Jr.

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 24, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Former reporter helps schools livestream sports

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Reporter’s Notebook: The Book With Everyone’s Number

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 24, 2023January 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

An old phone book stirs up memories

Devin Heanue will play his final season for the Binghamton Bearcats this fall. Photo provided
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Haldane Grad Rises to Division I

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 24, 2023February 28, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Garrison resident plans for soccer beyond Binghamton

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