Dear Eleanore Turkington: I have been writing to you complaining about the condition of Lakeview Avenue. Has the city done anything yet to correct this sidewalk’s condition? Safety Hazard Dear Safety Hazard: I have published the photo you … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: Every night this whole area where I live, Simon Place, in West Haven, there is a heavy odor like a burning trash dump that fills the air. We have to close all our windows or else this stench would fill the house.The … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: I am writing to you out of sheer desperation. There are sections of Richmond Avenue that have been torn up by a private contractor working on the gas lines. The manhole apron near 175 Richmond Ave. is totally obliterated. … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: The response in the Sept. 26, Gripe Vine, regarding the night-time lighting around two ballfields in Morse Park was inaccurate. I live near Morse Park and witness on a nearly nightly basis, along with my neighbors, when … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Gripe Vine Readers: Well, it finally has begun…from what information I was able to obtain, after the necessary approvals have occurred, construction on the Haven will begin in the spring. Of course, demolition has begun and we can now look forward … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: A stump at least nine feet high was left behind on the corner of Anderson Avenue and Thomas Street. What an eyesore! I notified the Public Works Department at West Haven’s City Hall on May 11 to let them know how bad … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: I have written to you to complain about the swings in Morse Park. They really need replacing. There are swings missing and the children enjoy them. Also, why can’t a bench be installed here so we moms and grandmas can sit … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: There are two ballfields at Morse Park are lit up every night of the week with no one using the ballfields. These lights use massive amounts of electricity at great costs to West Haven taxpayers. Can something be done … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Eleanore Turkington: Frequently, there is a gang of 6 to 7 teenagers popping wheelies on their bikes intentionally in front of cars and taunting them to hit them. This happens at Leete Street and Washington Avenues, Campbell Avenue and Brown … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Gripe Vine Readers: I have received a number of complaints from you voicing your concern on graffiti seen in various areas of the city. Some of the areas described are Ocean Avenue and Sawmill Road. Over the years Gripe Vine has made efforts … [Read more...] about Gripevine