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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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Breaking Up The Concrete

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 26, 2016April 29, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Start of village project delayed a week

Posted inAround Town

Perfect Day for Little League Opener

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Participation up after lengthy decline

cold spring police car
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Police Activity in Cold Spring

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Department reports offer few details

Posted inAround Town

Fire Company to Host Open House

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CSFC hopes to attract new members

Posted inAround Town

The Do’s and Don’ts of Recycling

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 17, 2016April 15, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

What should and should not go in the bin

Posted inPhilipstown News

Historic Cemeteries Get Some Attention

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Also, construction to start on Fjord Trail lot

Posted inPhilipstown News

Village Main Street Contract Awarded

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Water bills soon can be paid by credit card

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Haldane in Running for $10 Million Grant

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Also, school board ready to vote on budget

Posted inAround Town

You’ve Got Mail

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 13, 2016April 7, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Post office box fees vary among local towns

Posted inPhilipstown News

Taxi!

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 8, 2016April 9, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Village cabs now serve Philipstown and beyond

Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring Board Organizes for New Term

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Miller and Voloto sworn in as trustees

Posted inPhilipstown News

Haldane Begins Search for New Principal

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District has received more than 50 applications

Posted inPhilipstown News

Village Board Finalizes Metered Parking

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Also, contract awarded for repairs to village dams

Posted inAround Town

Where Your Recycling Goes

Avatar photo by Michael Turton April 1, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Our reporter follows the discards to their new life

Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring Has Tentative Budget

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 25, 2016March 24, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Parking questions remain unresolved

Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring Election Signals Changes

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Referendum is official

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Children’s Camps Gear Up For Learning and Fun

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 18, 2016March 18, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Diverse, creative programming close to home

Posted inPhilipstown News

Voloto and Miller Win in Cold Spring

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 17, 2016March 17, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Village elections will move to November

Posted inPhilipstown News

Early Sisters Refute PCNR “Dirty Tricks” Article

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Debunk claim of mishandled mail

Posted inPhilipstown News

Spring Brook Residents Air Parking Woes

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 12, 2016March 11, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Municipal meters and Haldane among complaints

Posted inPhilipstown News

Principal to Leave Haldane

Avatar photo by Michael Turton March 11, 2016March 11, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Brian Alm accepts position in Ossining

Posted inPhilipstown News

Tough Budget Prep for Cold Spring

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Mayor and outgoing trustee square off over legal fees

Posted inPhilipstown News

Cold Spring Trustee Candidates Make Their Case at Forum

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Agreement on one thing: Village needs more revenue

Posted inArts & Leisure

Let the Sap Flow

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Maple syrup: nature’s sweetest product

Posted inPhilipstown News

Where the Money Comes From

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Village of Cold Spring revenue

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