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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

Local Resident Promotes Discounts for High-End Purchases

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 17, 2012September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

‘Indulge New York’ coming to Hudson Valley

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Haldane School Board Begins Confronting 2012-13 Budget

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 14, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

When is 2 percent not really 2 percent?

Posted inPhilipstown News

New Garrison Cafe is a “Go”

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 12, 2012January 31, 2021 Why you can trust The Current

For rent sign coming down

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Not So New Business Moves onto Main Street

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 4, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Tightrope Interactive settles in Cold Spring

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Athletic Field Study Unveiled

Avatar photo by Michael Turton February 2, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Few surprises, challenging price tags

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Peter Henderson Appointed Haldane Trustee

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 29, 2012September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Will serve until May election

Posted inPhilipstown News

Four Residents Vie for Haldane Trustee Seat

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 25, 2012September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Successful candidate only in until May election

Posted inPhilipstown News

Entergy Seeks Emergency Ops Center in Philipstown

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 23, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

New restaurant for former Guinan’s pub

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Haldane Trustees Salute Merandy

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 20, 2012September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

State funding, athletic fields teacher performance also discussed.

Posted inAround Town

Young Firefighter Pays it Forward

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GVFC’s newest interior-trained recruit

Posted inArts & Leisure

Animal Lover Extraordinaire

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Livestock find a “forever home” with dedicated woman

Posted inAround Town

Philipstown's Wild Side: The Turkey Vulture

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 8, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

A monthly feature highlighting Philipstown’s wildlife

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New Trustee to be Appointed to Vacant Haldane Seat

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School Board invites qualified residents to apply

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Reflecting Upon 2012?

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 2, 2012January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Is it even possible to reflect upon things that have not yet occurred?

Posted inArts & Leisure

Nelsonville's iGuitar Workshop Melds Technology and Music

Avatar photo by Michael Turton January 1, 2012September 30, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

High-end electric guitars produce an orchestra of sound

Posted inAround Town

Toys for Tots Enjoys Another Good Year

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 28, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Thanks to everyone who helped out!

Posted inPhilipstown News

Dave Merandy Announces Resignation

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 27, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Haldane board weighs options to fill vacant seat

Posted inSports

Community Honors 2011 State Volleyball Champions

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 27, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Tributes pour in for Haldane’s Lady Blue Devils

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Philipstown Welcomes Winter Solstice

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 21, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

The days now slowly start to stretch out

Posted inArts & Leisure

The Mystic Tree of ‘89

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 19, 2011December 23, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Christmas is a series of all too brief moments ‑ wonderful snapshots

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Looking for Last-Minute Christmas Gifts?

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 19, 2011July 8, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring store owners hope for a week of ‘shopping local’

Posted inAround Town

Helping Those in Need – Especially During the Holidays

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 13, 2011July 8, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Give generously. There are people who need your help.

Posted inSports

There IS a Doctor in the House

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 11, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Making contact sports safer at Haldane

Posted inPhilipstown News

Continental Village Residents Continue Search for Tax Relief

Avatar photo by Michael Turton December 7, 2011January 26, 2016 Why you can trust The Current

Philipstown board hosts second informational meeting

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Mystery of Cold Spring’s Disappearing Gas Pumps Solved

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