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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.

The HHFT plan includes an elevated trail at the causeway just north of Mayor's Park in Cold Spring.
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Mayors, Supervisor Oppose Trail in Cold Spring

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Voice concerns in letter to state parks

A fan’s view from behind home plate
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Thirty Years of Baseball

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Renegades eke out win in home opener

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On The Spot

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With summer approaching, what is  “hot” for you?

cars parked on main street in cold spring
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Paid Parking Debut Has ‘Rough Areas’

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Officers will issue warnings for first offenses

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On The Spot

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How do you feel about flying?

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Butterfly Group Takes Flight

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Westchester-Putnam chapter holds first meeting

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The Mayor on the Budget

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Cold Spring faces challenges from storms, tourism

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Classic Wheels: 1968 Volkswagen Beetle

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AKA The Frog, The Turtle, and Herbie the Love Bug

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On The Spot

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If you could be a bird for a day, what would you be?

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On The Spot

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What’s your favorite New York City destination?

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Do you think your dreams have meaning?

Cold Spring Village Hall
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Cold Spring Eyes 3% Tax Increase

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Hearing on 2024-25 budget set for April 10

The Vipers line up before a recent game in Poughkeepsie.
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The Hudson Valley Has A Hockey Team

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Vipers are part of new minor league

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Cold Spring Names Police Officer of Year

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Village Board also adopts greenhouse gas inventory

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On The Spot

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What is the best parade you’ve attended?

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On The Spot

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Which month would you like to eliminate?

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5 Questions: Vahe Keukjian

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Moderator with group fighting political polarization

Cold Spring Village Hall
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Data Members Ask Fjord Trail to Consider Alternative Routes

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HHFT will host meeting on Monday at Dutchess Manor

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5 Questions: Jon Scott Bennett

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Director of documentary about the 1949 Peekskill riots

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On The Spot

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Do you prefer movies / books set in the past, present or future?

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Cold Spring to Get Traffic Help

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Planning organization will share expertise

George Stevenson reads his get-well cards at the state veterans home in Montrose.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Relax, Cold Spring: George is Doing Well

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Checking in with a local hero

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A Gospel Star’s Life, Murder and Legacy

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A journalist met a singer in 1982; he’s still telling his story

Cold Spring Village Hall
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Notes from the Cold Spring Village Board

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Program to make recommendations regarding traffic and pedestrian safety

1937 Bell House Car
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Classic Wheels: 1937 Bell House Car

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A car that’s literally one of a kind

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