The Peru Gazette

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Chamber set to host a series of webinars to help businesses with the reopening 

Plattsburgh, NY – As we start to talk about reopening our community, the North Country Chamber of Commerce understands that there are several questions about what you need to do and how to execute it. Because of that, they will be hosting a series of webinars to help navigate these challenges.

BACK TO BUSINESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AND DO BEFORE YOU REOPEN

May 13, 2020 – 10AM or 2PM

Course Description: Join the Chamber for a program designed to help your business comply with government regulations and safely reopen your business. Scott McKenna of Catamount Construction will provide attendees with protocols, tools, and guides you will need to put in place before you welcome customers and employees back to your business or organization.

Attendees will receive:

• Downloadable job site posters
• Sample workplace inspection sheets
• NYS reopening information
• Certificate of Attendance
• Sample written action plans
• A link to the presentation for future reference

CONSTRUCTION: COVID-19 SAFETY RESOURCE OFFICER (CSRO) TRAINING

May 15, 2020 – 10AM

Course Description: Based on the federal mandates and the states individual rules for essential workers currently working as well as those trying to get back open after the COVID pause there is a need to provide competent person training.

Due to Federal Workplace Safety requirements ALL companies must provide training to assure the competency of their employees anytime there is a recognized hazard that is causing, or likely to cause, death or serious physical harm. As the government allows businesses to resume operations following the COVID-19 shutdown there will be requirements for training and oversight within these businesses to assure compliance with these standards.

The “Back to Business” Webinar on May 13^th, should be taken first by all sectors of it will serve as the 1^st step in preparing for new general guidelines.  Even for essential businesses that have been open – this webinar is encouraged.  After, that they are rolling out sector-specific webinars to help drill down details important to that industry.

The North Country Chamber of Commerce is working on scheduling several other sector-specific webinars, so stay tuned to their website (northcountrychamber.com) for more announcements.

Register today by visiting northcountrychamber.com!

By John T. Ryan

Peru, NY May 10, 2020 – Neighbors, friends, brother Knights of Columbus, and the Peru Fire Department gave longtime Peru resident Deacon George Benson a grand send-off yesterday. They gathered along the Jabez Allen Rd. to wave and shout good-bye as George left home and passed by riding in his son Michael’s camper.  In a few days they should arrive in Colorado where Michael lives and where George hopes to move into a nearby assisted living facility. The past two weeks have been very difficult for the Benson family. Carmen Benson, George’s wife of 60+ years passed away on April 24th.

Deacon George Benson is a U.S. Air Force Vietnam War veteran who was once assigned to Plattsburgh Air Force Base. Many people know him for his post-military civilian position as the Air Base Officers’ Club Manager.   At St. Augustine’s Parish many people recall his welcoming spirit at baptisms and his powerful sermons at mass. Unfortunately, Crohn’s disease has limited his diaconate activities for the past few years. 

Neighbors and friends describe George Benson as a very nice man, a great man, an exceptional man. Thirty-one-year neighbor and friend Dee Jenkins said, “When my husband Dick got sick George was very understanding and compassionate. He was a big help to us.” Others recall his warm personal greetings. When George spoke to anyone he gave them his 100% attention.

Neighbors, friends, and St. Augustine’s parishioners undoubtedly expressed these words to Deacon George Benson, “Best wishes George. Have a safe journey to Colorado and enjoy the days that follow. You have been a good friend, a wonderful neighbor and we will miss you so very, very much!”

Deacon George greets Helen Jarvis and Betty Hughes at a community dinner.

Source: 7 Montreal Boroughs’ COVID-19 Count Exceeds 1,000 Cases Each – MTL Blog

Source: Bald Eagle: America’s ‘comeback kid’ – – The Adirondack Almanack

More than 180 nations worldwide have confirmed cases of the coronavirus. The following have the highest number as of 4 a.m. ET*:

1. US 1,256,972 (+2.31%)
2. Spain 256,855 (+1.25%)
3. Italy 215,858 (+0.65%)
4. UK 207,977 (+2.78%)
5. Russia 177,160 (+6.77%)
6. France 174,918 (+0.40%)
7. Germany 169,430 (+0.75%)
8. Brazil 135,773 (+7.24%)
9. Turkey 133,721 (+1.50%)
10. Iran 103,135 (+1.46%)

Source: Johns Hopkins University

*Percentage change over 24 hours

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So, in less than 12 hours, I received email pledges and Venmo commitments that reached our $3500 goal.  Once we’ve received the funds you’ve indicated you would donate, we will be able to provide a total of 20,000 more masks for our brothers and sisters in Nica.  While their fears are palpable, so will their hope be visible and their faith rewarded!  As Jesus reminded us, “whatsoever you do for the least ones, that you do unto me”!

From the bottom of my heart and on behalf of the suffering poor, thank you!

And by the way, any additional funds we receive beyond what you’ve committed to will be used for the continued needs during this pandemic crisis.

Blessings and good health to your loved ones!

Sr. Debbie Blow

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Source: Cuomo Extends Authority for ‘PAUSE’ Order, But Some Reopening Still Possible After May 15 – NBC New York

PERU — Matthew Guski graduated from basic training for the U.S. Navy, March 27.

His mother Honora Frechette and his family were not able to attend his ceremony.

Witnessing this wonderful and outstanding achievement was denied because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which is preventing family and friends from seeing their loved ones graduate.

Guski’s family from the town of Peru was no exception.

Source: ‘I love him so much’: COVID-19 keeps Navy mom from seeing son | Local News | pressrepublican.com

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