Week of October 31, 2024
Week of October 31, 2024
The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service have arrested and charged a 14-year-old youth with aggravated assault stemming from an incident that occurred in the early evening of October 31, 2024. At approximately 7:30 PM, police received a report of a victim with a knife wound in the upper body area. The victim was in the area of First Street in Kana:takon (St. Regis). The Akwesasne Mohawk Police and Akwesasne Mohawk Ambulance immediately arrived on scene and performed first aid. The victim was transported to a local hospital and then airlifted to...
AKWESASNE. October 30, 2024. This afternoon, at approximately 5:20 PM, a fire broke out at the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club’s main clubhouse located on Roosevelt Town Road. All children and staff were safely evacuated, with no injuries reported. Thanks are extended to the Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department (HAVFD) and Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal PD for their quick and dedicated response. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The extent of the damage is still unknown, and the club will remain closed until further...
The Department of Health's (DOH) Mental Health & Wellness Sector would like to welcome their new Mental Health Therapist, Malinda Villeneuve. Malinda brings over 30 years of education and experience in the field of Social Work. Malinda is a Registered Psychotherapist, having graduated with a Master's Degree of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. She is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy...
Friday night brought our all kids of ghouls, ghosts, witches and goblins, not to mention several superhero's such as Spiderman, Thor, Captain America and I'm sure I saw Princess Peach and the Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz. Over 750 children and their parents and guardians paraded through the Mohawk International Raceway in Frogtown from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a time that had been set aside specifically for families and persons with special needs from 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. The Akwesasne Coalition...
WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior’s Office of the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management, and Budget announced that they are seeking additional input from Indian Tribes and the Native Hawaiian Community on the development of regulations to implement the Safeguarding Tribal Objects of Patrimony (STOP) Act. The draft regulations would help prevent the international export of cultural items prohibited from trafficking under the Native American Graves Protection and...
OHSWEKEN – The Ontario government is investing up to $1.25 million to support the construction of Six Nations of the Grand River’s new five-bed hospice which will help Indigenous people and their loved ones connect to comfortable, culturally appropriate and dignified end-of-life care, close to home. “Our government is ensuring people and their families have access to the care they need in their community, close to their loved ones,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “Our investment to expand access to...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police (SRMTP) have partnered with and Franklin County Traffic Safety Board in a proactive effort to address the increased rates of motor vehicle operator impairment on the roadways. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police have received new technology which will help to facilitate testing drivers for impairment on the roadside. The new technology is intended to supplement to already existing training and procedures used by officers to identify and detect driver...
President Biden issued a formal apology on Friday, October 25, 2024, for the United States’ 150-year-long system of federal Indian boarding schools, which forcibly separated Native children from their families with the purpose of severing their ties to their communities and cultural practices. At Gila Crossing Community School in Arizona’s Gila River Indian Community, President Biden delivered his historic acknowledgment of the role of the U.S. government in the forced assimilation of Native Americans as part of his first official visit...
By Andy Gardner AKWESASNE – Democratic congressional candidate Paula Collins says she wants to improve federal government support for Native communities, especially in the areas of healthcare and providing educational opportunities for Native youth. Collins, who lives in nearby Dekalb Junction, is running against incumbent Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-Schuylerville. Stefanik has represented the 21st Congressional District since 2014, which includes Akwesasne and the neighboring counties. Originally...
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Cornwall, ON – Nash Oakes, 27, of Akwesasne, was arrested on Oct. 24, 2024, and charged with two counts of fail to comply with probation order and two counts of operation while prohibited. It is alleged on Oct. 24, 2024, the man was bound by two separate probation orders with the relevant condition to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. It is also alleged on this date, the man was bound by two separate driving prohibition orders to not operate a motor vehicle. On Oct. 24, 2024, the man was taken into custody by members of the Canada...
By Kathryn McGrath. EarthJustice. ALBANY – On November 22, 2024, in just one month, New York State’s cryptomining moratorium will expire. Signed by Governor Kathy Hochul in 2022, the first-in-the-nation moratorium paused new and renewed air permits for fossil fuel power plants housing proof-of-work cryptocurrency mining. The law also required the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to conduct a comprehensive study on the environmental impact of cryptomining operations across New York State before the end of the two-year...
MANITOULIN ISLAND – On October 26, the Honorable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, on behalf of the Government of Canada, formally apologized to Aundeck Omni Kaning, M'Chigeeng, Sheguiandah, Sheshegwaning and Zhiibaahaasing First Nations for past wrongs relating to the Crown's mismanagement of their monies in the late 1800s and the negative impacts experienced by the five communities as a result. This long-overdue apology was delivered at a ceremony held with First Nations leadership, Elders, youth and community...
By Andy Gardner. AKWESASNE – The Freedom of the Press Foundation and 20 other advocacy groups are calling on the St. Lawrence County District Attorney’s Office to drop the charges against an Indian Time reporter who was arrested while covering a protest opposing a proposed land claim settlement with the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe. White, 42, was handcuffed behind his back by New York State Police troopers and taken from the scene along with seven people who were there as demonstrators. He and the others were all charged with misdemeanor...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30 am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL - Club dues for 2024: You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Nov. 1st-Jean Laffin Nov. 2nd-Dolores Thompson, Doreen Delormier, Lola Arquette, Michael Garrow & Linda Jordan-LaBaff Nov. 5th-Susan Caldwell & Lena Lamb...
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Donation appointments crucial this fall, $10 e-gift card for coming to give Nov. 1-17 WATERTOWN – The American Red Cross is highlighting the ongoing need for blood and platelet donors as festive schedules ramp up this fall. Eligible individuals − especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets are encouraged to make a donation just ahead of the holiday season. Blood supply momentum must remain steady, as the Red Cross has worked this month to recover blood products uncollected due to recent hurricanes. Any disruption in the...
Campers and boaters from near and far spent many tranquil hours in nature this year thanks to the Raisin Region Conservation Authority's (RRCA) campground at Charlottenburgh Park and the marina at Gray's Creek Conservation Area. Both amenities recently closed for the season. "This was our 45th boating season at Gray's Creek, and we're happy to say it was another busy one," says RRCA Administrative Assistant, Josianne Sabourin. "Some of our boaters have been with us for decades, and our boat...
CORNWALL – Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Champlain East invites local media to its Men's Summit set for Nov. 9 at Centre Charles-Émile-Claude in Cornwall. This event is designed to bring men together for connection, conversation and fun. This event offers a unique opportunity to meet and learn from men of all walks of life. The panel speakers represent four generations, offering fresh insights on the most pressing topics for men today. The summit will also include learning sessions tailored to men’s well-being; challenges...
CANTON – Nature's Storehouse and GardenShare are inviting customers to support the Bonus Bucks Program during the Thanksgiving season. From November 1 to 27, customers will be asked if they’d like to make a donation to GardenShare while checking out. Joining Nature’s Storehouse in this season of giving is a local anonymous donor who will contribute a match incentive of $500: for every dollar raised at checkout, they will donate a matching dollar. The Gratitude through Giving fundraiser supports GardenShare's Bonus Buck Program, which...
The policy playbook from the Heritage Foundation would strip away our rights to clean air, clean water, and a healthy planet. The policy playbook known as Project 2025 is 900 pages, and 150 of them are about how to destroy the environment. This deregulatory agenda written by former government officials and Heritage Foundation staff would strip away our rights to clean air, clean water, and a healthy planet. It would trade these basic freedoms to help polluters profit. Though the scope of planning written down in Project 2025 is new, many of...
1. Ken'nithoión:ha Onkwehón:we nihaia'tò:ten He is a young Native man 2. Raonweskwaníhahkwe ahréhshon átste He used to enjoy roaming about outside 3. Ne iotahsontatíhen In the middle of the night 4. Ki wahsontá:tehkwe This one night 5. Io'karahtsheriióhne It was a nice evening 6. Ónhka'k thonontaiakawenonhákie Someone is coming towards him 7. Tsi ákta wá:on'we As she came closer 8. Wahshakó:ken tsi ken'nikiakoión:ha He saw a young woman 9. Wa'è:ron,"hánio tekiate'khahahkwà:na"...
The Grandchildren Far from any village lived Zhingwauk (meaning Pine) and his grandchildren. Through the deaths of his wife and the children’s parents, Zhingwauk had to raise the children. Throughout the years, Zhingwauk taught his grandchildren how to survive. During the many evenings he taught them how to speak their language, to pray and through legends the children learned the good and evil. Of all the things Zhingwauk did for the children the most important was the love he gave each child. As time passed, the children forgot their...
Cornwall Island Lacrosse Factory, 1973. Photos submitted by Danny...
By Doug George-Kanentiio Among our Mohawk people the President of the United States has a title name, one carried across the generations and applied to whomever holds office. It is Ranatakaiius (la-nah-dah-gai-yus) meaning "town destroyer". It came from John Washington, the great-grandfather of the first president who would attack and burn Native communities then declare the land vacant, terra nullius under English law, before applying to the Crown for title. He would then ignore the Indigenous practice of crops diversity and rotation by...
by Melinda Myers Soil is the foundation of a healthy garden, but let's be honest, most gardeners don't like spending time, energy, and money on it. It's more fun to show off pretty flowers or share tasty vegetables. But creating a healthy soil foundation will increase your growing success which means more beautiful flowers, larger harvests, and a healthier landscape to enjoy. When creating a new lawn, landscape, or garden bed, begin with a soil test. Use soil testing to evaluate your...
Row 1 (front): Levi Swamp, Andrew Jacobs, Kelly Cole, Roberta Cook, & Carrie Jacobs, Row 2 L-R: Charlie Edwards, Unknown, Denise White, Shawn Tarbell, 7 Val Smoke, Row 3 L-R: Karen Conners, Ted McDonald, Beverly Chubb, Steve Jacobs, Theresa Ransom, Christie Casey, Sharon Oakes Row 4 L-R: , Jimmy Martin, Mark Martin, Kevin LaFrance, Jerry Swamp, Aaron King, Back Row L-R: Robert Cole, Leslie Cree & David Wood Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to remind the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program (AHAP) will begin taking applications starting Monday, October 28, 2024. The final application deadline will be Friday, December 20, 2024 at 4 p.m. There will be no exceptions after the deadline date, as the fuel distribution will commence. The application process is open to Akwesasronon who reside under the jurisdiction of Mohawk Council of Akwesasne in any one of the three northern districts, or within the City of Cornwall...
MCA’s Community Health Services will be hosting seasonal influenza (flu) shot clinics throughout Akwesasne in October and November. Walk-ins are welcome. The flu shot schedule is as follows: • October 28 @ Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (4 p.m. - 6 p.m.) • October 30 @ Akwesasne Homemakers (4 p.m. - 6 p.m.) • November 1 @ Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) • November 2 @ Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) • November 6 @ Iohahi:io (4 p.m. - 6 p.m.) • November 13 @ Akwesasne Homemakers (4 p.m....
Indian Time is looking for a part time 25 hrs. Office Manager to manage the daily operations of the local newspaper. Job roles will include the following: The Office Manager maintains the daily operations of non-profit newspaper through processing invoices, expenses and payroll using QuickBooks. Maintaining record keeping and retention of documents according to GAAP practices. Record keeping for grants and contracts of the organization, while researching new opportunities that align with the organizations future goals. Maintaining employee...
The Akwesasne Membership Board has announced a By-Election for the Districts of Kana:takon and Tsi Snaihne. Details are as follows: Positions Available - Kana:takon: One 4-Year Board opening for the remainder of the term. - Tsi Snaihne: One 2-Year Board opening for the remainder of the term. Nominations Nominations will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024 (Iahia:khaton, Kentenhko:wa), at the following locations: - Kana:takon School Gym - Tsi Snaihne School Gym Nomination Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Enkie) Eligible voters may nominate or...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s recording of the October 2024 General Meeting is now available! To watch, please visit https://...
Department: Housing FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time Monday-Friday 8-4 Salary: $19.20 per hour Closing Date: Until filled Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Housing Occupancy Specialist will be responsible for tenant selection, occupancy rules and property upkeep of the rental properties owned and/or managed by the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation and Hogansburg Housing Development Fund Company, Inc. How to Apply: Interested applicants must submit...
Akwesasne, if you have questions about: • Old Age Security (OAS) Pension, • Canada Pension, • Social Insurance Numbers, • Employment Insurance, A Service Canada Representative will be in Akwesasne on the second Tuesday of each month at the Cornwall Island Administration Building #3 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed for lunch from Noon-1 p.m.). Please go directly to the CIA#3 for services. The next visits will be on: • November 12 • December 10 They are also available on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Village of St....
