A Voice from the Eastern Door

Articles from the February 2, 2023 edition


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  • Bouncing Back from the Coronavirus Pandemic

    Feb 2, 2023

    POTSDAM, NY – Here in the North Country we appear to have morphed into a time where it is more common to see smiling faces and fewer hidden behind masks. Being part of a population that is immunized against COVID-19 is undoubtedly a main reason we are feeling freer when we are out in the community doing our daily business. While the fear factor seems to have taken a backseat for many of us, Canton-Potsdam Hospital Associate Chief Medical Officer Andrew Williams, MD, FACP, pointed out it is still...

  • Veterinarian takes step to sue fire departments, puts Akwesasne FD on notice

    Andy Gardner|Feb 2, 2023

    By Andy Gardner. MASSENA – A notice of claim that a Massena veterinarian may sue the Massena and Louisville fire departments puts the Akwesasne Fire Department on notice that they could potentially be included in a future lawsuit. Dr. Wilfredo Perez, who owns Java Veterinary Center, lost what was both his business and home in an Oct. 28 fire. He has filed notice to sue the towns of Massena and Louisville, and the Louisville and Massena fire departments for negligence. A notice of claim is a precursor to an actual lawsuit. Akwesasne Fire D...

  • Fire In Rooseveltown Results in Total Loss of Community Member's Home

    Feb 2, 2023

    By Isaac White. An early morning fire on Alex Garrow Lane, Rooseveltown, raged last week and tragically destroyed an Akwesasne family's home. One community member, Minnie Garrow, who lives just two houses down the road spoke with Indian Time about the catastrophic blaze. "A community member was coming from Racquette Point and saw flames. They tracked it down to our road and called the police and fire department," said Garrow. When asked what she had witnessed Garrow described a situation that no...

  • Tribal Council Adopts Cannabis Consumption Lounges Amendment

    Kaniehtonkie|Feb 2, 2023

    By Kaniehtonkie AKWESASNE – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Clerk notifed its membership on Monday that no written comments were received on the proposed amendment to permit consumption lounges under the Tribe’s Adult Use Cannabis Ordinance (the “Ordinance”). In accordance with the SRMT 2013 Tribal Procedures Act, the amendment has been formally adopted through Tribal Council Resolution 2023-05 that was signed by Tribal Council during their regular Work Session held on Tsiothohrkó:wa/January 25, 2023. On Tsiothóhrha/December 20, 2022, notificat...

  • Shortage Of Diabetes Medication Felt in Akwesasne

    Feb 2, 2023

    By Isaac White. There is a national shortage of critical medication used in the treatment of diabetes. Ozempic is a medicine used to help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels. While it helps people control their blood sugar levels, the drug is in short supply and part of the reason has nothing to do with treating diabetes. Recently, Ozempic gained attention after some people publicly discussed using the medicine for weight loss on social media. Semaglutide, also known as Ozempic, is very popular, but not because...

  • Ties to the Land Project Wraps Up

    Feb 2, 2023

    Iakwa'shatste's is wrapping up their yearlong "Ties to the Land Project" with snowshoe making. The "Ties to the Land Project" invited local instructors to provide teachings and an activity – with each participant making their own 'project'. In addition to snowshoe making, Iakwa'shatste' "Ties to the Land Project" local instructors provided teachings in mitten making, paddling and paddling safety, lacrosse stick making with Evan Cree – Traditional Lacrosse, pack basket making and pounding log...

  • Meeting On Tribal Court Survey Tension Filled

    Feb 2, 2023

    By Isaac White. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court held a Justice Needs Survey meeting on January 23 to present their findings on a community survey regarding the exercising of criminal jurisdiction in Akwesasne. The first presenter explained that exercising criminal jurisdiction in Akwesasne has been a topic of discussion for years by the Court and other stakeholders in the community. Cooperation among the Court, Tribal Police, and other programs and entities was stressed from the start of the presentation. In an announcement from the Saint...

  • Marilyn J. Laughing

    Feb 2, 2023

    AKWESASNE – Marilyn J. Laughing, 80, peacefully passed on to the Spirit World on January 26, 2023 with the children and grandchildren by her side a Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Marilyn was a Certified Nurses Aide throughout her life. She worked in many hospitals around the country while her late husband worked iron. After settling in Akwesasne, she worked at the original St. Regis Home of the Aged and at Iakhihsohtha Lodge in Snye. She was a very hard worker and showed the utmost respect, care, a... Full story

  • Hockey Cards Shed Light on First Nations Players

    Feb 2, 2023

    Ted Nolan finally has his rookie card more than 40 years after making his NHL debut. Better late than never, particularly because it includes a nod to his First Nations heritage. Upper Deck this month unveiled a "First Peoples Rookie Cards" set featuring eight Indigenous hockey players who did not get this opportunity the first time around. It comes at a time when appreciation for Native American and First Nations influences in the sport is on the rise. "It's kind of like somebody calling you...

  • Judy A. (Point) Swamp Kanerahtaronkwas

    Feb 2, 2023

    Judy A. (Point) Swamp-Kanerahtaronkwas, 81, passed away at home surrounded by the love of her family. Judy was born at home on Kawehnoke, the daughter of the late Louis and Eva (Jacobs) Point. She attended schools on Kawehnoke and in Cornwall. In her younger years she worked in a variety of jobs in Syracuse, Rochester and in Akwesasne before getting married to her husband of 49 years, the late Jacob Swamp on September 2, 1961, who predeceased her in 2010. She later received her high school... Full story

  • Tota News

    Feb 2, 2023

    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 9:30am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Club Dues for 2023 You can mail in your membership fee of $5.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 BIRTHDAYS: Feb. 2nd-Rose Dillon Feb. 3rd-Frank Hutt & Honora Bonaparte Feb. 4th-Becky Bero Feb. 5th-Thomas Jacobs Feb. 7th-Rita White & Helen Chubb Feb. 8th-Doris P.... Full story

  • Legal Notice

    Feb 2, 2023

    A petition to be named Administrator for the Estate of Nancy J. Hopps, late of Akwesasne, NY has been filed by Neal Hopps in the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Objections must be filed with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by February 7, 2023. Notice is also hereby given to all potential creditors who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest. Any creditors shall contact the Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300....

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Feb 2, 2023

    ALL CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATORY RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND WEARING MASKS AT ALL TIMES. ST. REGIS MISSION MASS INTENTIONS JANUARY 31- FEBRUARY 8, 2023 THURSDAY FERUARY 2, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Margaret Arquette 20-year Memorial Anniversary by the St. Regis Family FRIDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Mary Louise Oaks Memorial Birthday by the St. Regis Family SATURDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for: Percy Francis, Memorial Birthday by the St. Regis Family SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5, 2023 10:00 AM Offered for:...

  • Legal Notice

    Feb 2, 2023

    Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Philip E. Rybke, of Akwesasne, New York, have been requested by Edith Rybke. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Edith Rybke or contesting the validity of the will. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the appointment of Edith Rybke must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by no later than February 9, 2023....

  • Legal Notice

    Feb 2, 2023

    Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Patricia Thomas, of Akwesasne, NY, have been requested by Steve Jacobs. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Steve Jacobs. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the validity of the will must notify the Saint Regis Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 by no later than February 25, 2023....

  • Legal Notice

    Feb 2, 2023

    A petition to be named Executor in the Nelson P. Sawatis, late of Akwesasne, NY has been filed by Joseph Sawatis 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 Nelson P. Sawatis’ will or the appointment of Joseph Sawatis as Executor. Objections must be filed with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by February 11, 2023. Notice is also hereby given to all potential creditors who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest. Any creditors s...

  • Legal Notice

    Feb 2, 2023

    Letters of testamentary for the Estate of Abraham C. Terrance, of Akwesasne, New York, have been requested by Robert J. King. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Robert J. King. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the validity of the will must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 by no later than February 21, 2023....

  • Teacher Wins American Indian College Fund

    Feb 2, 2023

    Denver, Colo. – Tashina Emery's entire teaching philosophy was changed thanks to a fellowship from the American Indian College Fund. Emery, the Liberal Studies Department Chair at Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College, says her Mellon Fellowship not only helped her to earn her second master's degree in creative writing, but also helped her expand her offerings and perspective as an instructor in her classroom. She says her own experience enrolling at a tribal institution, sitting in on c...

  • Louisville Crash Results in Six Deaths

    Feb 2, 2023

    On January 28, 2023, around 6:02 a.m., State Police members responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident on State Highway 37 in the town of Louisville. The initial investigation found at around 6:02 a.m., the New York State Police began investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a 2021 Freightliner box truck versus a 2013 express bus. State Police were assisted by St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s department, multiple fire and rescue teams; Louisville, Waddington, Norfolk, Madrid, Massena, and Seaway Valley. The victims were transported t...

  • Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Starts Feb. 3

    Feb 2, 2023

    The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival began as an integral part of Saranac Lake's history as a renowned health resort. Back in the late 1800s, the village was a thriving logging community deep in the Adirondack wilderness. Its pristine setting provided healing and rejuvenation for hundreds of tuberculosis sufferers, particularly at the Adirondack Cottage Sanitarium. Here, many patients experienced a renewed passion for life, and took every opportunity in every season to explore the natural beauty...

  • ADVERTISEMENT and INVITATION FOR BIDS

    Feb 2, 2023

    The Project consists of the construction of site improvements and infrastructure for a residential subdivision on an unimproved site off Helena Road, Hogansburg, NY. Improvements include but are not limited to clearing and grubbing, earth moving, land grading, storm water management systems, pavements, water and electric utilities, landscaping, and other features. Bids signed and under seal, executed, and dated will be received at the office of the Akwesasne Housing Authority training facility at 378 State Route 37, Hogansburg, NY 13655 before...

  • Don't Miss Valuable Tax Credits on National Earned Income Tax Credit Day

    Feb 2, 2023

    On National Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day, the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance is urging taxpayers to review their eligibility for this valuable benefit. When the federal, New York State, and New York City earned income tax credits are combined, they can be worth nearly $11,100 for a family with three or more children. “The earned income tax credit, which puts money directly into the pockets of working taxpayers, can be a financial lifeline for those struggling to make ends meet,” Acting Commissioner Amanda Hil...

  • AMPS DETAIN FOUR INDIVIDUALS ATTEMPTING TO ILLEGALLY ENTER THE UNITED STATES

    Feb 2, 2023

    On Monday, January 23rd, 2023 at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service received complaints of suspicious individuals in the area of Third Street located in the village of Kana:takon (St. Regis). Officers attended the area and conducted a search where four individuals were located and detained. All four individuals were identified as Foreign Nationals and transported to Immigration Canada for further processing. The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service would like to inform the community to be aware of their surroundings, especi...

  • MOHAWK INDIAN HOUSING CORPORATION

    Feb 2, 2023

    Department: Maintenance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, part-time 20 hours per week Salary: $15.02 per hour Closing Date: Until filled. Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: The Part-time Groundskeeper works in the Maintenance Department of the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation and is responsible for upkeep of the grounds and equipment throughout the properties owned and managed by Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation and Hogansburg Housing Development Fund Co.,...

  • CAA Management is currently looking for reliable, hard-working talent for the following positions...

    Feb 2, 2023

    POSITIONS • HR Assistant • Nations Trading-Admin Assistant • Nations Trading -Brand Ambassador • Budtender • Line cook • Fuel Attendant • Cashier • Server • Grab-N-Go Worker • Cleaner For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x113 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at twinleafstores.com...

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