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PSE&G upgrades aging gas lines in North Bergen

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PSE&G has finished upgrading a portion of its aging gas lines in North Bergen, ensuring the continued safety and reliability of its gas system well into the future. Now that the ground has settled, crews will be paving roads approximately May 22nd through early mid-June, weather permitting.

“These upgrades are part of PSE&G’s three-year program to replace 510 miles of aging gas infrastructure throughout New Jersey,” said Joe Forline, vice president – gas operations. “We appreciate the patience of our customers and excellent partnership with local officials as we complete this work. Our goal is to restore roads with minimal impact to residents.”

Police will be directing traffic around work areas, and residents will be able to drive on the roads once paving is complete. Customers will have access to their driveways at all times. For a complete list of impacted streets visit http://www.pseg.com/gaswork. If residents have any questions about the work, they may speak to the supervisor on site, or call 201-420-3922.

North Bergen Police Looking for Owner of Lost Shih Tzu

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The North Bergen Police Department is attempting to locate the owner of a lost Shih Tzu found on 76th Street and Kennedy Boulevard. The dog was found wearing a distinct pink bandana.

“She also seems to be an older dog and very well behaved,” says the North Bergen Police Department Facebook page.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of the owner, please contact the NBPD at (201) 392-2100.

Jannette Garriga, 27-year-old doctoral student from North Bergen passes away

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The Whit Online/ Jannette Garriga, a 27-year-old clinical psychology doctoral student from North Bergen, New Jersey died suddenly today, according to an email sent to students from the Office of the President. Garriga also worked as a graduate coordinator and intern in the Rowan Office of Social Justice, Inclusion and Conflict Resolution.

A GoFundMe account has been created to assist the family in this difficult time.

Originally posted on TheWhitOnline.com

For comments/questions about this story, email news@thewhitonline.com or tweet @TheWhitOnline.

North Bergen educator, Gualtieri, known for 'perfect circles' passes away at 62

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Daniel L. Gualtieri, Jr. 62, of North Bergen passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2017.

He was a school teacher in North Bergen High School, an Adjunct College Professor at St. Peters College and formerly at Montclair University. Beloved husband of Edny L. (nee Chinea) Gualtieri. Devoted father of Kim Gaudiosi and husband Michael and Chantell Van Erbe. Loving grandfather of Alyssa Maxwell and husband Greg, Amanda and Michael Gaudiosi and great-grandfather of Abigail Maxwell. Dear brother of Edwin Gualtieri and wife Ellen. Uncle of Kate, David and the late Brian Gualtieri.

“I was saddened to hear of the passing of North Bergen resident and NBHS teacher Daniel Gualtieri last night. He truly was an excellent teacher, and an even better human being. He will be missed,” says North Bergen Mayor Nicholas Sacco.

Visitation on Wednesday from 3pm-8pm. Funeral on Thursday at 9am from the funeral home. A Funeral mass will be offered at 10am at Our Lady of Libera Church.

Interment at Fairview Cemetery. VAINIERI FUNERAL HOME 5923 KENNEDY BLVD NORTH BERGEN, NJ 07047 (201) 868-6555 WWW.VAINIERIFUNERALHOME.COM

Police looking for man involved in armed robbery in North Bergen

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NorthJersey.com – Police are looking for the man responsible for a late-night gas station robbery in North Bergen.

A man driving what police believe was a late-model Mercedes SUV pulled into the Delta gas station parking lot on the corner of 51st Street and Tonnelle Avenue but left shortly before 11 p.m., said Capt. David Corbisiero.

He came back a few minutes later and went inside “brandishing” a handgun. He demanded cash from the attendant and left

with more than $3,600, Corbisiero said.

No injuries were reported.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call 201-392-2100.

Originally posted on NorthJersey.com

Candid moment between NB police officer and woman captured on cam

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The North Bergen Police Department received a candid photograph from a citizen who witnessed a police officer crossing an elderly lady during an off-duty traffic detail.

The officer is the photo is Lt. Otoniel Cruz. Cruz began his career with the NBPD in 2003 and is a graduate of the Passaic County Police Academy.

Prior to joining the North Bergen Police Department, Cruz served with the Hudson County Juvenile Corrections Department, Hudson County Corrections Department and NJ State Corrections from 1996-2003.

“Little did he (the photographer) know, he would also capture the poignant moment of Lt. Cruz receiving a kiss as payment for his assistance,” states the NBPD Facebook page. “Community Policing is paramount and the true reward of this profession.”

North Bergen comes together for teacher battling cancer

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In November of 2016, Sherlyn Telcide’s received devastating news- that she had been diagnosed with Mesothelioma.

Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive form of cancer that primarily develops in the lining of the lungs or the abdomen.

Telcide is a North Bergen teacher, wife, sister, and mother of two young boys.

She is currently at stage 4 and is scheduled to have surgery in Baltimore, MD. Throughout the next few months, multiple fundraising efforts will be created for Sherlyn to cover the majority of these expenses.

Your generous donations will help alleviate one less burden on Sherlyn as she continues her battle.