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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.

Posted inAround Town

Putnam History Museum to Honor Garrison’s Gordon Family

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 15, 2013September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

The Malcolm Gordon School, part of a proud legacy

Posted inPhilipstown News

New Lawyer, New Electrical Provider for Village

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 14, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Mayor meets with West Point officials over Constitution Island

Posted inAround Town

Local Programs for Seniors: Anything But Centralized

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 13, 2013September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Locations, host organizations and programs vary

Posted inAround Town

Frozenberry Changes Hands

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 11, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Reports of store closing prove false

Posted inPhilipstown News

Historic District Code, Grove RFP Discussed

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 7, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Docking permit raises issues

Posted inPhilipstown News

Down to Business for Students, Teachers, School Board Trustees

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Haldane approves search firm for new superintendent

Posted inAround Town

Town-Wide Tag Sale Planned for Early October

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 2, 2013March 28, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Special map will lead bargain hunters to all tag sale sites

Posted inPhilipstown News

Storm Season at Hand, Emergency Planning Underway

Avatar photo by Michael Turton September 1, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Residents encouraged to prepare emergency kits

Posted inPhilipstown News

Village to Ask DEC to Reconsider Coal Tar Decision

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 30, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Board and residents not satisfied with 20 percent solution

Posted inPhilipstown News

Mayor Doesn’t Budge on Planning Board Appointments

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Trustees favor retainer for new law firm

Posted inPhilipstown News

Officials Tour The Grove

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Abandoned historic building interior described as ‘horror story’

Posted inAround Town

Food Pantry Experiencing Seasonal Shortages

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 23, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Summer brings plea for food, personal care products

Posted inPhilipstown News

Mayor’s Planning Board Appointments Questioned

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New village planner hired, new lawyer likely next week

Posted inPhilipstown News

Constitution Island Education Center Proposed for Main Street

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 18, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Concern over loss of tax revenue

Posted inPhilipstown News

Trustees Approve Tax Levy Resolution

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Villanti cautions parents on Common Core tests

Posted inPhilipstown News

Putnam Cycling Classic May Not Return to Cold Spring

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 16, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Opinions vary on economic benefit of special events

Posted inPhilipstown News

Boiler Installation Approved for Philipstown Community Center

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 11, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Asbestos also to be removed and underground oil tank replaced

Posted inPhilipstown News

Clock Still Ticking on Coal Tar Removal

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 9, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Draft law to prohibit ‘formula’ businesses sent back to lawyer

Posted inPhilipstown News

Village Trustees Express Regret Over July Fourth Ads

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 3, 2013December 19, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Concerns raised and solutions proposed

Posted inPhilipstown News

Marsh Kayak Trip Goes Seriously Awry

Avatar photo by Michael Turton August 3, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Classic he-said, she-said disagreement raises safety concerns

Posted inPhilipstown News

Rhinebeck Bank Presents Refurbishment Concept for Main Street Property

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 28, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Village to hire special counsel to deal with Butterfield

Posted inAround Town

Last Week’s Heat Wave ‘Sizzled’

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 28, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Community endures scorching temperatures

Posted inPhilipstown News

New Haldane Playing Field on Schedule

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 27, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Sports action slated for September opening

Posted inPhilipstown News

Debate Returns Over Village Parking

Avatar photo by Michael Turton July 20, 2013January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

2008 study to be revisited

Posted inArts & Leisure

Sunday Music Series Makes Comeback

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Coordinator cites economic and community benefits

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