What’s your summer comfort food?
“Fresh cod on the grill and a glass of chilled white Greek wine.” ~Christine Zouzias, Philipstown
“Crab cakes and a sparkling rosé on the Newburgh waterfront.” ~Chris Barczymski, Beacon
“Ginger beer with gluten-free toast and cashew cream-cheese butter spread.” ~Hannah Schmollinger, Beacon
Type: News News: Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.Behind The Story
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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