Gripevine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: For a second summer and many nights recently, a large group of 8-10 teenagers have truck homes and parked moving vehicles with explosive charges and fireworks. Many charges were rocket-propelled, illegal and very loud. … [Read more...] about Gripevine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: West Haven can’t wait to cancel anything. They can- celled a July concert in the Grove. I can’t believe this. Who makes these decisions and why was this concert can- celled in the morning? Disgruntled Music … [Read more...] about Gripevine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: I have been waiting to see the lights come on at Captain Thomas Boulevard. It is dark and dangerous. When will we see it brighter in this area? Waiting Dear Waiting: According to West Haven Complaint Officer, … [Read more...] about Gripevine

Dear Eleanore Turkington I wrote to you a few months ago about the non-working street lights on Captain Thomas Boulevard between Turk’s and the Sea Bluff beach. The reply from the city’s Complaint Officer, Francis Withington was something to … [Read more...] about Gripevine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: The controversy between pedestrians and cyclists along the shoreline walkway is a perfect example of our inability to solve problems with each other in a way that is beneficial to all who enjoy the path. It also … [Read more...] about Gripevine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: I would like to know when the state is going to fix the uneven pavement across from the old Forest School on Forest Road here in Allingtown, plus the concrete storm drain that is higher than the sidewalk, causing traffic … [Read more...] about Gripe vine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: I ride my bike on the boardwalk, from Chick’s to Bradley Point, usually about four times a week. I can’t stand the people who do not listen to the markings on the sidewalk and walk all over the place. When I ride by them … [Read more...] about Gripe Vine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: When will the lighting be improved on Captain Thomas Boulevard? You indicated in a previous Gripe Vine column that this situation would improve soon. When will this happen? We need lights. Dear Lights: I have … [Read more...] about Gripe vine

Dear Eleanore Turkington: As a new homeowner and parents of small children, I am very concerned about the 500 tires stored in the backyard on Washington Avenue. It is not only a fire hazard but rodents live in the tires along with mosquitoes. Can … [Read more...] about Gripe Vine