A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Submitted by Jacey Rourke AMBE Communications The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School thanks the Akwesasne Child and Family Services (ACFS) for their generous donation of winter gear to our school. On January 16, 2020 AMS students who completed the minimum number of reading homework assignments for the month of December were able to take advantage of the January 16th snowfall to enjoy an afternoon sliding on our hill! The students were also treated to some delicious hot chocolate with marshmallows. This...
By Mahlon Smoke For many youths in Akwesasne, they want a way to get reconnected with their roots and their culture. For the next generation there are more and more opportunities for youths to learn their language, sing songs, and learn through the previous generations who are willing to teach. The Seven Dancers Coalition offers this very thing! Pray Lazore and Harvey Herne lead a singing and drumming circle with young people who are willing to learn and sing along every Tuesday evening. Herne...
10 Robinson Bay Rd Massena. NY 315-705-5022 Guided Snowshoe Hikes Fri. Jan. 24: Free guided snowshoe hikes, includes free rentals; on pink trail, 10-11 a.m. and green trail 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ski for Beginners Sat. Jan. 25: Free cross-country ski class and ski rentals for beginners, weather permitting; 2-3 p.m. Guided Snowshoe Sun. Jan. 26: Free guided snowshoe, includes rentals, weather permitting; 2-3 p.m. Chalkboard Planter Sun. Jan. 26: Create a chalkboard succulent trug with Rachael Hurlbut of Verville’s Flowers; 1-3 p.m.; call to p...
Eugene, Oregon. On Friday, January 17, 2020, a divided panel of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals “reluctantly” concluded that the youth plaintiffs’ case in Juliana v. United States must be made to the Congress, the President, or to the electorate at large. The decision finds federal courts cannot provide the youth with a remedy for their climate change injuries. In her dissent, District Judge Josephine L. Staton wrote that the youth plaintiffs brought suit to enforce the most basic structural principle embedded in our system of liberty: the C...
The MCA Akwesasne Family Wellness Program would like to invite the community to an elder abuse awareness presentation: Preventing Financial Abuse. When: Wednesday, January 29 Time: 6 PM - 7 PM Where: SRMT Office for the Aging (Senior Center) Join us for a meal and an informative session with Jerry Manor, Business Development Manager at SeaComm Federal Credit Union. To register, please contact the AFWP at 613-937-4322 or at [email protected] by Friday, January 17....
NEW YORK. New York Attorney General Letitia James and District of Columbia Attorney General Karl Racine today filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump Administration from eliminating food assistance for nearly 700,000 Americans. The lawsuit, which was joined by 13 attorneys general and the City of New York, challenges a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) rule that would limit states’ ability to extend benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as “food stamps,” beyond a three-month period for certa...
January 15, 2020, Smithers, (B.C.) Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chiefs are collectively calling for diplomacy in light of B.C. Premier John Horgan’s recent statements in relation to the Coastal GasLink pipeline project on unceded Wet’suwet’en territory in northern B.C. We urge Premier Horgan to meet with the Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chiefs, rather than rely on a B.C. Supreme Court injunction order to justify infringement of our title and the forcible or violent removal of our peaceful members from our unceded territories. On Monday, Horgan stated...
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On January 23 through 25, come see, sit in, and provide your input on what may be the future of transportation here in Potsdam! Individual pods traveling on a monorail can take you directly to your destination, protected from the weather - no need to find a parking spot. SWIFT Rails founder and CEO, and Clarkson alumni Kevin Neumaier '86 and his colleagues will talk about a sustainable transit solution that is fast, practical, inexpensive, and the surprising way he got there. The pod will be on...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter: On Jan. 10, Waylon J. Laffin, 33, of Hogansburg was charged with menacing a police officer class C, and criminal possession of a weapon class D, both felonies. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and remanded to the Franklin County Jail, Malone, with orders to return Jan. 14. On Jan. 10, Jacob A. Cook, 43, of Hogansburg was charged with a warrant, criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument and resisting arrest. He was issued tickets returnable to Bombay Town Court on Jan. 21. On Jan. 14, Jonathan...
Global Day of Protest Sat. Jan. 25 - POTSDAM: North Country Anti-War Working Group hosting “Global Day of Protest-No War on Iran”; cities across the globe plan protests against new war in the Middle East; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Potsdam Post Office, 21 Elm St. Dog Daze Sat. Jan. 25 - MASSENA: AKC match, 4-H dog club, pet parade, obedience mini classes and more; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; St. Lawrence Centre mall; 6100 St. Lawrence Centre. Saturday Afternoon Movie Sat. Jan. 25 - MASSENA: Free 2019 mystery-comedy drama “Where’d You Go Bernadette?” in library s...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Immediate Supervisor, the Child Wellness Coordinator is responsible for assisting community members with attaining their optimal level of health by providing health-related assistance and system navigation. In working with the community, the incumbent will provide administrative support and oral health preventative services as recommended by a Registered Dental Hygienist, as well as allow for coordination and provision of services for the Children’s Oral Health Initiative within local o...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Care and the Registered Nurse, the Registered Practical Nurse will provide effective supervision of personnel in the assigned unit and provide an optimal level of nursing care services in accordance with the Long Term Care Act, 2007 and Regulations 79/10, all other legislations and provide skilled procedures according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice; Medicine Administration and Documentation. QUALIFICATIONS: • Must hold current C...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Collect, analyze and interpret infection-control data; notify local, and appropriate partners about reportable diseases as required; plan, implement, manage and evaluate infection prevention and control activities; conduct infection control risk assessments for Mohawk Council of Akwesasne; educate individuals and groups about the risk, prevention, transmission, and control of infection, disease-specific care, appropriate precautions, and appropriate assessments; establish accepted standards and develop, implement,...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Manager, the Health and Safety Officer (HSO) will be responsible to ensure that the MCA organization is complying with the standards of Health & Safety under the Canada Labour Code Part II and prescribed regulations as well as provincial legislation that is applicable to the organization. The HSO will be responsible for creating and administering a Workplace Health and Safety Management Program (WHSMP) that includes the workplace and construction. The WHSMP will include policies, program...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the immediate supervision of the Economic Development Director, the Arena Manager is responsible for the management, daily operations and marketing of the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena, which include coordinating, developing, planning and promoting. This position requires the incumbent’s ability to work flexible hours and during weekends when necessary. QUALIFICATIONS: • Completion of college or university program in business management or in a discipline related to facility operation with three (3) years’ experienc...
RESPONSIBLE TO: Editor JOB DUTIES: 1. Photograph and report on community events and conduct interviews for Indian Time Newspaper. 2. Meet deadlines for Editor and Layout Artist. 3. Produce news articles and related materials using computer programs such as Word and email for submission and Editor’s approval. 4. Develop ideas for news stories and must be available for scheduled and unscheduled community events and activities. Willingness to keep a flexible schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must enjoy meeting people and talking with people. 2. P...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Care, Registered Nurse and Registered Practical Nurse, the Personal Support Worker is responsible for providing direct resident personal care and assisting residents in all activities of daily living in accordance with the Long Term Care Homes Act, 2007 and regulations 79/10 and all other legislation. The PSW will provide for the individual needs of the assigned residents in accordance with the residents’ health care plan which maintains or contributes to their quality...
The AMBE Food Services Program is announcing the beginning of their annual fundraising efforts for the AMBE Food Services Program offered at Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, Kana:takon School and Tsi Snaihne School. We will be having a $10,000 raffle! First place prize is $5,000. Second place prize is $3,000. Third place prize is $2,000. The draw date will be February 14th. The cost of the ticket is $100, only 200 tickets are being sold. All monies raised will go towards purchasing food and/or equipment for the AMBE Food Services Program for the...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the DOC, the Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable to provide professional nursing care to residents and supervise care given by Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) and Personal Support Workers (PSW). Primary functions include assessment and planning of resident care needs, delivery of skilled procedures according to the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice, medication administration, and documentation. The Registered Nurse is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general direction of the shift supervisor the Public Safety Dispatcher performs specialized duties involving dispatching of police, ambulance and fire units. The position requires the employee to operate two-way radios, telephones and computer terminals daily. Phone work includes handling complaints and service requests and providing accurately and timely transmittal of information messages that frequently involve emergency situations affecting human welfare and safety. Employee also enters occurrences,...
A petition to be named Executor in the Estate of Beatrice Cole, late of Akwesasne, NY has been filed by Karen A. White in the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is hereby given to all heirs and beneficiaries who may wish to object to the validity of Beatrice Cole’s will or the appointment of Karen A. White as Executor. Objections must be filed with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by February 22, 2020. Notice is also hereby given to all potential creditors to the Estate of Beatrice Cole who may have an interest in said estate to p...
Nomination Procedure Send information by April 1 to: Massena Central High School 84 Nightengale Ave Massena, NY 13662 Attn: Gavin Regan * Nominated by * Phone Number * Name of Nominee * Sports Participated in and years * Eligible 10 years after graduation **** NOTE: Please provide as much information as possible concerning any special honors received in each sport, i.e. Captain, All Northern, All-Academic and vital statistics that would be helpful to the committee....
Stroke Survivor Support Group - Cornwall, will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 5th from 6:30-8pm at Riverdale Terrace Retirement Residence (Party Room), 1200 Second St. West. All stroke survivors and their caregivers are most welcome. Info: Deena 613-936-8784. “LIKE” us on Facebook: Eastern Ontario Stroke Survivor Support Group....
Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 12:10pm - offered for Wayne Thomas, by Funeral Collection. Friday, January 24, 2020 at 12:10pm - offered for Barney Rourke, by Funeral Collection. Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 4:00pm - offered for Levi Oakes, Birthday Mass, by Dr. Dubuc & Staff. 6:30pm Mass at TRI-DISTRICT ELDERS - offered for Mary Mae Thompson, 3rd Anniversary, & Mike Thompson, by Bertha. Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 10:00am - offered for Louise Jacobs, by Dr. Dubuc & Staff. Monday, January 27, 2020 - NO MASS Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 7:00pm -...
