A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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A series of movies were being shown for free at the Kawehnoke Recreation Centre in Akwesasne on Monday evenings. While you may not be as comfortable as sitting in theatre seats or your own Lazyboy chair in the living room, the message from these showings at the Recreation centre is more important than how/where it is delivered. Released in 2010, the documentary 'GasLand' takes the viewer on a very personal journey of discovery. Question: What would the results be to sell family property to the...
Once again the Akwesasne Basket Drive and Mountain of Toys had another successful year, with Sarah Konwahahawi Herne being the new director. Fundraising including a breakfast and lunch served by the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and community members were bailed out of a “jail” with donations from friends and family. “Elvis” TJ Jackson entertained the crowd while a silent auction was held. Baskets of food, a $20 gift card and a toy for each child were distributed by Dec. 18th. What It Takes Just what does it take to provide community members with a...
By David Sommerstein, in Canton, NY Reprinted from www.northcountrypublicradio.org (Massena, NY) Jan 02, 2014 — The federal trust in charge of redeveloping General Motors’ property in Massena says its clean-up is on schedule. The land by the St. Lawrence River is a Superfund site because GM dumped tons of cancer-causing PCB oil there for decades. As David Sommerstein reports, it’s not easy to sell real estate that’s still contaminated. When the federal government bailed out General Motors in 2009, it became owner of GM’s worst assets. A...
Reprinted from Legends of the Iroquois By Tehanetorens In a wild section of the Adirondack Mountains, there camped a hunting party of Mohawk Indians. During the Leaf-Falling Moon (October), many of the Mohawks left their main villages along the Mohawk River and traveled north to the mountains where the hunting was good. There, in the heavily forested mountain valleys, the hunters would store up deer meat and deerskins for winter use. When a goodly supply had been gathered the people followed the hunting trails south to the main Mohawk...
Mohawk Lesson...
DECISION TO REJECT “REDSKINS” AS DEROGATORY BY U.S. PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE LAUDED BY ONEIDA INDIAN NATION Oneida campaign cited in Patent and Trademark Office Ruling ONEIDA NATION HOMELANDS (NY) (January 7, 2014) The Oneida Indian Nation and the Change the Mascot Campaign that it leads are lauding the decision by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to reject a recent application to register a trademark that used the term “Redskins.” “The USPTO ruling sends a powerful message to Washington team owner Dan Snyder and the NFL that...
John F. McGee, 66, of Norfolk was arrested by St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police at 9:06 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31 on an active warrant for issuing bad checks. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and is to reappear on January 7. Wilbur P. Barnes Jr., 42, of Hogansburg was ticketed by Tribal Police for inadequate headlights at 10:42 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30. He is to appear in Tribal Court on January 27. Andrew Reed, 19, of Cornwall, Ont. was ticketed by Tribal Police for inadequate headlights at 9:54 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30. He is to appear in...
On December 31, 2013 the Akwesasne Mohawk Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle entering Tsi Snaihne with Georgia plates. Police investigation revealed that the male operator of the vehicle was operating the vehicle with no driver’s license and had an outstanding warrant by the RCMP. The 42 year old male subject, identified as Gregory Roberson of 28 Rooseveltown Road, Hogansburg, New York, was placed under arrest, conveyed to the RCMP in Cornwall and was also charged by the Akwesasne Mohawk Police for operation of a motor vehicle no d...
During the month of December, local community youth, the Alcohol/Chemical Dependency Prevention Program (A/CDP) and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Compliance Department joined forces to promote "Project Sticker Shock," a youth initiative intended to educate our public about the perils of providing alcohol to minors. The program participants place stickers on alcoholic beverages in stores, reinforcing the penalties of purchasing alcohol for minors with a reminder stating, "IT IS ILLEGAL TO PROVID...
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Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
Annual Salary: RNO2 $69,007.81 - $84,869.50 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Home Support/Home Care Manager, the Home Care Nursing Supervisor has the responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating a care plan that provides appropriate services to the patient. The incumbent will supervise and ensure that the Home Care Nurses provide direct and appropriate nursing services. The incumbent advocates on behalf of the patient, family and services providers to coordinate and provide services in accordance with the...
Division: Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services Salary: $73,964.80 - 101490 29-1171 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Tsiothohrkó:wa/January 17, 2014 Description of Position: To administer primary health care to patients as defined by the protocols established, in cooperation with the supervising physician. Responsible for the assessment, clinical evaluation and treatment of diseases and disorders of the human body, as well as incorporating health education into the management of the patient. Qualifications: New York State Licensed...
Division: Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services Salary: $23,732.80 – 40,851.20 29-2071 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothohrkó:wa/January 17, 2014 Description of Position: Under the direct supervision of the Business Office Supervisor, the Business office clerk will compile, process and maintain medical records of Health Services patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements in all areas of the Business Office, which are Medical Records, Contract Health Services, Referrals, Pa...
Pay Level: HSW 11 - $34,004.04 $35,364.20 Summary of Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for the development and delivery of various primary prevention and community support services. Qualifications: University Degree or College diploma in Social Work or related discipline with 3 years work experience in a community support and development capacity; Incumbent must have experience in working with children and families in promoting the delivery and prevention and community support services. Mus...
Program: Education Reports to: School Principal Salary: Based on AMBE/PSAC Salary Grid for Teachers QUALIFICATIONS: Fluency in Kanien’keha with teacher qualifications, a Native Second Language (NSL) qualification is preferred. Interested individuals should submit a resume, letter of interest, and copies of required certificates by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2014. By mail to: Jean A Benedict, HR Generalist Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education P.O. Box 819 Cornwall, ON K6H 5T7 In person to: Jean A. Benedict, HR Generalist Ahkwesahsne M...
Pay Level CL 08 - $37,668.03 - $39,174.75 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the supervision of the Director of Justice, the incumbent is responsible for providing clerical receptionist services for the Akwesasne Justice Department. QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent GED; Must have one year work experience. Must have excellent Computer skills along with good verbal and written communication skills; interacts with visitors and community members and all levels of staff in MCA in person or by telephone. Must possess valid drivers’ l...
December 18, 2013 The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council, working in conjunction with the Judicial Oversight Commission, and pursuant to the Tribal Procedures Act puts forth the attached Code of Judicial Conduct. The Code of Judicial Conduct sets forth standards of conduct binding on all of the judges of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court and is required by the Judicial Oversight Commission Ordinance (TCR 2011-44), which provides an independent forum to provide oversight of Tribal Court Judges. The Ordinance has been presented at three public...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 January Birthdays Jan. 6th Annie McDonald Jan. 6th Elizabeth Sunday Jan. 7th Elizabeth Russell Events: Jan. 10th Computer Class – 10:30 Jan. 13th Bingo – 1:00 Jan. 14th Club meeting – 10:00, Yoga w/Mary – 10:00; Eat Smart – 11:00; Shopping – 1:00 Jan. 15th Computer Class – 10:30; Chair Exercises – 10:45; Nutrition Tips – 11:15; Jan. 16th Caregiver Support Group – 11:30; Shopping – 1:00; Legal Aid – 1:30 IAKHIHSOHTHA LODGE Home for the Elderly 613-575-2507 Nia:wen kowa to any and...
Due to the holiday season and weather conditions the Green Food Box ordering deadline has been extended until Friday, January 10, 2014. The scheduled pickup date for: Kanatakon @ the Rec is Tuesday, January 21st from 11:00-4:00. Cornwall Island @ the A’nowarakowa Arena is Wednesday, January 22nd from 11:00-4:00. Please note: Green Food Box orders can only be made if Kyle Thompson receives payment in person or via interoffice mail....
Thursday Jan. 9th- Cornwall Island Rec. – 2:00-7:00 Friday Jan. 10th – Kanonhwat’sheri:io – 8:30-3:30 Monday Jan. 13th – Kanonhwat’sheri:io – 8:30-7:00 Tuesday Jan. 14th – Kanonhwat’sheri:io – 8:30-3:30 Wednesday Jan. 15th – Kanonhwat’sheri:io – 8:30-3:30 Thursday Jan. 16th – Kanonhwat’sheri:io – 8:30-3:30 Friday Jan. 17th – Kanonhwat’sheri:io – 8:30-3:30 *Please note: The Community Health Office will be closed during 12:00-1:00 for the lunch hour....
A beginner exercise & low impact program to boost energy and health for adults and seniors. Location: Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center Time: 9am-10am When: Every Tuesday and Thursday Instructor- Rachel George, Diabetes Prevention Worker, Personal-Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative. For more information call 613-575-2341 ext. 324. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne wishes to notify the community that according to Collectiva, the processing of Quebec Fuel Tax Settlement claims is officially complete. Rejection letters have been mailed and the appeal period now begins. Due to the large volume of claims received near the filing deadline, processing has taken longer than expected. Therefore, settlement checks will not be mailed earlier than the end of February, 2014. Collectiva appreciates your understanding....
Mass Schedule •Fri. January 10th 12:10pm Offered for Benny Roundpoint Requested by Julia Roundpoint and family •Sat. January 11th 4:00pm Offered for Arthur Bova 1st memorial birthday Mass Requested by the Bova family •Tues. January 14th 6:00pm Offered for Evelyn A Delormier Requested by Bam and Delormier family •Wed. January 15th 10:00am at Iakhihsohtha Home Offered for Marie Ann Cook By the Cook family Thurs. January 16th 12:10pm Offered for Lawrence Garrow 1st anniversary Memorial Mass Requested by Carol Garrow and family ** Benefit Breakfa...
