From: Rick Groszkiewicz THE PEARLY GATES Saint Peter was manning the Pearly Gates when some new residents from New York City showed up. Never having seen anyone from the Big Apple at heaven's door, Saint Peter said he would have to check with God. After hearing the news, God instructed him to admit to most virtuous. A few minutes later, Saint Peter returned to God breathless and said, "They're gone!" "What? New Yorkers are gone?" asked God. "No!" replied Saint Peter. "The Pearly Gates!"