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If you are caring for a loved one with the flu, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself and others. The main way that flu viruses spread is from person-to-person in droplets of coughs and sneezes. Flu viruses may also be spread when a person touches droplets on another person or an object and then touches their own mouth or nose (or someone else’s mouth or nose) before washing their hands. To prevent spread it is important to remember hand washing and to cover your cough or sneeze. Supplies to Keep on Hand • Thermometer • Soap • Dispo...
TAUNY (Traditional Arts in Upstate New York) presents the opening of its next major exhibition, Instrumental Stories, on February 17, 2018. This exhibit, curated by TAUNY Director of Research and Programs Camilla Ammirati, features new and heirloom instruments made and/or used in Northern New York; the people who make and keep them; and how they connect people to their heritage, to living regional traditions, and to each other. The community is invited to an opening reception for the exhibit at The TAUNY Center on Saturday, February 17 from...
Laser Scans Expose Mayan ‘Megalopolis’ Below Guatemalan Jungle Revealing Advanced Sophisticated Mayan Civilization In what’s being hailed as a “major breakthrough” in Maya archaeology, researchers have identified the ruins of more than 60,000 houses, palaces, elevated highways, and other human-made features that have been hidden for centuries under the jungles of northern Guatemala. Using a revolutionary technology known as LiDAR (short for “Light Detection And Ranging”), scholars digitally removed the tree canopy from aerial images of the now-...
February 3, 2018 - At The American Legion Post 1479 there were drinks shared, laughs galore, and a live band with The River Mohawks and DJ White playing as guests were coming into the building. Everyone was there for a common reason; paying a five-dollar admission and buying 50/50 raffle tickets to help the Snye Homemakers pay for a new generator. The event started at 10am with an Ace to King Tournament that was still going on well into the night. Around 9:00 pm, the main event began with the...
A public screening was held on January 30th at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort premiering the long awaited documentary series created by Akwesasne TV, "Lax Moms". Although there is still a bit of editing to do before the pilot project is released in segments on Facebook and YouTube throughout the month of February, not much will change. The public screening began at approximately 6 pm, with the screening of the entire documentary series, which lasted approximately 30 minutes. Afterwards the...
AKWESASNE, NY – On January 31, 2018, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the Empire State Development Phase 3 Broadband grant recipients at an event held at Clinton Community College in Plattsburgh, NY. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribally owned enterprise, Mohawk Networks, LLC was awarded $10.9 million in federal and private broadband funding through the New NY Broadband Program. Round 3 awarded $341 million in state and private investments that provides last-mile funding to ensure that 100% of New Y...
High Honor Roll Grade 9 Frederick Anson Jr. Carly Beckstead Abigail Benham Michael Bolia Jr. Luke Bronchetti Madeline Brown Andralyn Coleman Lauren Duchscherer Delany Durant Gideon Jaggers Avery Jolley Summer Joslin Emily LaBarge Emma LaBarge Quze Lamu Jacob Leabo Lexie Livsey Aidan MacKenzie Sophia Mitchell Sean Murphy Dalton O’Keefe Bailey O’Leary Mercedes Osgood Christopher Paige Aidan Shantie Luke von Borstel Madison Ward Connor Wells Molly Witkop Grade 10 Anah Bogdan Gabrielle Brothers Peyton Brown Jillian Chapman Andrew Cichetti And...
(NEW YORK) NY Attorney General Schneiderman, leading a coalition of 11 Attorneys General, sued the Trump Administration for suspending the 2015 “Clean Water Rule” – a federal regulation designed to ensure the nation’s lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands receive proper protection under the federal Clean Water Act. With its “Suspension Rule,” the Administration replaces the Clean Water Rule with the confusing, nearly 40-year-old regulations that had been in place prior to the 2015 rule. The Attorneys General charge that, in suspending...
Two casino-owning American Indian tribes are accusing Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke of illegally blocking their plans to expand operations in Connecticut - a delay that stands to benefit politically connected gambling giant MGM Resorts International. The Interior Department’s refusal to sign off on the tribes’ plans for a third Connecticut casino came after Zinke and other senior department officials held numerous meetings and phone calls with MGM lobbyists and the company’s Republican supporters in Congress, according to a POLITICO revie...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, Jan. 19-Feb. 1: On Jan. 19, police ticketed Joni M. Garrow, 24, of Hogansburg for speeding (allegedly 53-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Feb. 5. On Jan. 19, police ticketed Marshall D. Oakes, 77, of Fort Covington for speeding (allegedly 66-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Feb. 5. On Jan. 20, police ticketed Darlene M. Adams, 53, of Hogansburg for failure to stop at stop sign. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Feb. 5. On Jan. 20, police charged Joshua R....
Akwesasne – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Tribal Council honored three tribal members today with Community Recognition Awards for their contributions to the Akwesasne community. Carl White, Dwight Bero and Richard Dick Laffin were recognized at the February 3, 2018 Tribal Meeting for their bravery, courage and service in responding to dangerous incidents. Joining in the special presentation were members of the Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department, which included a standing ovation f...
• Turn OFF your snow blower if you need to clear a clog. If you need to remove debris or unclog snow, always turn off your snow blower. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before clearing any clogs or debris. • KEY SAFETY TIP: Never put your hands inside the auger or chute. Use a clean out tool (or stick) to unclog snow or debris from your snow blower. Your hands should never go inside the auger or chute. Make sure the snow blower is in the off position before addressing any clogs. • Only use your snow blower in visible condi...
Akwesasne Freedom School students have a dress rehearsal at the Longhouse in preparation for their performance at the Buffy St. Marie concert. Year unknown. 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 Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
In addition to getting a flu shot, it’s important to practice good hand-hygiene: • Unlike some viruses, influenza is easily killed by soap and hot water. • Wash your hands often with soap and hot water for at least 20 seconds to protect yourself from germs and avoid spreading them to others. • Carry an alcohol-based hand sanitizer to use when soap and water are not available. Choose a product with at least 60 percent alcohol. • Do not cough or sneeze into your hands. Instead, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue. People with the flu are i...
Nicandri Nature Center February 10, 2018 9:00am – 5:00pm Free It’s time to get out of the house and join the Nicandri Nature Center for a day full of outdoor activities. Snowshoes and Crosscountry Skis are available free all day, trail conditions permitting. Snow sculptures and snow painting will be featured from 11am to 1pm followed by snowshoe games from 1pm-3pm. Family board games will be available all day. All materials are provided. Hot drinks by the fire are provided. At 10am we will be hosting a 5k fund raiser for Clarkson Uni...
Post-Secondary and Adult Learning Full Time Permanent Position SALARY: CL06 $42,540.05-$44,241.65 POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Post-Secondary Manager, the Data Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation and up keep of the data inputted into the Dadavan database and/or any other future data system(s). The Data Systems Administrator ensures the integrity and security of physical files of the Post-Secondary student data and records; provides administrative support to the Post-Secondary staff and analyzes the systems and...
To check if the vehicle you are about to purchase is flood damaged or was stolen, go to the National Insurance Crime Bureau database and enter the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Visit: https://www.nicb.org/theft_and_fraud_awareness/vincheck...
LOCATION: Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club Main Unit SALARY: $14.50 per hour DEPARTMENT: Programs REPORTS TO: Program Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 13, 2018 by 4:00 p.m. The philosophy of the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is to create a safe and positive environment while providing educational and cultural programs geared to meet the needs of youth, focusing on self-responsibility, maturity, and growth. The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced afterschool progra...
Job Type: 40 hrs./days, evenings, weekends Reports To: Men’s Program Coordinator Deadline: February 9, 2018 General Position Summary Vision Statement: A community where men’s integrity, respect and roles are restored by using cultural traditions. Mission Statement: By supporting men’s willingness to change we ensure a safe community for our families to flourish now and for the future generations. 1. Replace dominant culture beliefs that support violence against women with cultural and spiritual traditions that promote respect for women. 2. Wo...
Friday, February 9, 2018 - 12:10 PM - Offered for: Julia Sawatis, 21st Memorial Anniversary Mass. Saturday, February 10, 2018 - 4:00 PM - Offered for: Mike Benedict Sr., Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Sunday, February 11, 2018 - 10:00 AM - Offered for: Eunice Chubb, Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Tuesday, February 13, 2018 - 7:00 PM - Offered for: Mae V. Tarbell, 1st Anniversary Memorial Mass, Funeral Collection. Wednesday, February 14, 2018 - 7:30 AM - ASH WEDNESDAY, ST. REGIS CHURCH - Offered for: Arthur Tarbell, Memorial Mass,...
Complete bid announcement, “Advertisement for Bids” may be downloaded at www.srmt-nsn.gov. SRMT utilizes “Procore” construction management software for viewing and downloading copies of Bid Documents. Contact Colleen Thomas, Capital Projects Manager, at (518) 358-4205, to gain access to Procore. Preference in the award of the Contract shall be given to Indian and Alaska Native organizations and economic enterprises. Any contractor claiming Native Preference must provide proof, as required by the Owner, to support this at least one week prior t...
Sunday, February 11, 2018 Location: Westville Fire Station, Route 37 Time: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Featuring: Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Ham, Juice, Hot Beverages and other items Couples - $15.00 Adult - $8.00 Children 5-12 - $5.00 Under 5 - Free...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Feb. 10th Emily Thompson, Arthur Jacobs, William Oakes and Irv MacLaren Feb. 11th John Loewen, Lori Thompson & Lucille Peters Feb. 12th Roger Caldwell, Helen Amo & Mary Wainman Feb. 13th Diane Boots Fec. 14th Beatrice V. White, Lucille O’Brien, Leslie Barnes & Linda Printup Feb. 15th Dorothy Cole Events: Feb. 8th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Winter Carnival Events @ Iakhihsohtha-12:30; Shopping-1:00; Aquatic Program @ Diabetes Center-1:00; Legal Aid-1:30; Feb. 9th – Virtual Bowli...
Please join us for indoor walking club. Come out to walk and visit and enjoy a free cup of coffee or tea and healthy snack. The Elders Indoor Walking Club will be at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Centre every Wednesday from 8AM-10AM starting January 10, 2018 until February 21, 2018. Remember to bring your indoor sneakers and water. For more information please contact Rachel George at (613) 575-2341 ext. 3241 or email her at [email protected]....
The MCA Tehotiiennawakon Department is having a special meeting for all interested Lacrosse stick manufacturers to build and construct the World’s Largest Traditional Stick Exhibit for the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena. The meeting will be in the Economic Development board room Friday, February 9, 2018, at 1:30pm. All interested lacrosse stick manufacturers are welcome. For more information please call Tehotiiennawakon Dept. at 613-575-2250 ext. 1058 for Kahnastatsi Jacobs....
