A Voice from the Eastern Door
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In mid-January, Lyle Thompson made history in the most Lyle Thompson way possible. Heading into Week 8, Thompson needed two goals to reach 300 in his NLL regular season career. He netted his first of the night in the first quarter and then achieved the rare moment with a series of impromptu moves leading to a highlight-reel finish to secure the significant goal. With less than three minutes to go in the first half against the Toronto Rock on Saturday night, Thompson used some fancy footwork and...
On Friday evening, Feb. 2, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m., the Joint Investigation Team of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service executed a search warrant at a Kawehno:ke residence. The search operation was carried out by both investigators and patrol officers of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service with the assistance of an Ontario Provincial Police K9 and lasted over two hours. Details of the investigation cannot be released as the warrant was issued with a Sealing Order by the issuing Justice. Du...
By Kaniehtonkie. Warning: This piece contains sensitive content involving the abuse of children. If you are experiencing trauma or feeling triggered, help is available 24/7 for survivors and their families through the Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419. Mental health support for Indigenous peoples in the lands known as Canada is available through the Hope for Wellness chatline at 1-800-721-0066 or using the chat box at https://www.hopeforwellness.ca/. The Indian...
By Isaac White. In a move that has drawn national attention, the Oglala Sioux Tribe of South Dakota has formally banned Governor Kristi Noem from entering the Pine Ridge Reservation. This unprecedented action comes in response to comments made by the Republican governor regarding her intent to bolster border security efforts in Texas and her claims about cartel activity on the reservation. The ban was announced shortly after Governor Noem spoke about deploying additional resources, including razor wire and security personnel, to Texas to...
AKWESASNE – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) is proud to announce the hiring of James Lazore as Assistant Executive Director effective January 29, 2024. The Assistant Executive Director is responsible to help lead operations, provide oversight and ensure sound fiscal management within Tribal Government. The Assistant Executive Director provides leadership to several direct-report Division Directors and supports the strategic self-governance goals and objectives of the Executive Director's O...
KAHNAWAKE – The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) is pleased to inform the community that representatives of the Kahnawà:ke Sovereign Wealth Fund (KSWF) participated in a ceremony at the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) by ringing the bell at 4pm to close the trading floor for the day on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. The KSWF was implemented in the summer of 2023, and since then, work has been done by the Investment and Revenue Committee to select investment firms and other business-related act... Full story
AKWESASNE – In an effort to protect the safety of our community members, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Courts is notifying the community that all visitors and Tribal Court participants will be subject to security screenings upon entering the building. In addition, any knives, weapons, incendiary devices, and cell phones will be prohibited in the courtroom. Any of the listed prohibited items may be checked with Tribal Court staff for safekeeping or left in your personal vehicle during your visit. These safety measures will ensure a safe e...
As condoled leadership, there are specific responsibilities we are entrusted with in order to uphold the peace, they are as follows: Work for the unborn by ensuring that good decisions we make today effect tehatikonhsatonkie, those whose faces are yet in the ground. Works for the three principles which are: Kanikonhrí:io (a good mind) Skén:nen (peace) Kahsatsténhsera (power) Skin is 7 spans thick: Must listen to the people and cannot be offended or angry at their words. Cannot take sides. Must be able to weigh matters as not to disrupt the pe...
AKWESASNE — (Enníska/February 5, 2024) The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is extending an invitation to the community to participate in the review of its newly developed Tribal Hazard Mitigation Plan. This comprehensive plan serves as a strategic guide, outlining key actions to mitigate the impacts of natural hazards and climate change within the Tribe′s Southern boundaries. Developed collaboratively by the Hazard Mitigation Planning Steering Committee, consisting of Tribal leaders and community stakeholders, the plan aims to prioritize init...
By Isaac White. The NDN Collective, based in Rapid City, South Dakota, has recently announced the allocation of 200 grants amounting to a total of $7.9 million. These grants are aimed at revitalizing the wealth of Indigenous families across Minnesota and the Dakotas through the Collective Abundance Fund. The Collective Abundance Fund, initiated in May 2023 after extensive collaboration with various communities, has disbursed 116 grants of $50,000 each and 84 grants of $25,000 each. Apart from the financial assistance, recipients will gain...
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 2024 You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 No further information at this time. LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES: IAKHIHSOHTHA LODGE HOME FOR THE ELDERLY 613-575-2507 TSIIONKWANONHSO:TE 613-932-1409 TRI-DISTRICT ELDERS...
Any Person having any interest whatsoever or information pertaining to this matter shall have thirty (30) business days from the date of publication of this Notice to file opposing or related claims or to provide relevant information to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Information and related claims should be filed no later than March 6, 2024. Claimant: Claudine White P.O. Box 67 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Ashton Adams P.O. Box 67 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Respondent: Desiree White P.O. Box 162 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Brayden Sonny White 225 Beaver...
ALL CURRENT COVID-19 AND COLD/FLU RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND OPTIONAL WEARING MASKS. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2024 10:00 AM TSIION- KWANONHTSO:TE Offered for: Richard Peters Memorial Mass by the St. Regis Mission Family THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2024 12:10 PM Offered for: Hilda Herne Memorial Mass from the funeral collection FRIDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2024 12:10PM Offered for: Angus Jerry Smoke by the St. Regis Mission Family SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10, 2024 4:00 PM Offered for: James “Dewey” Jacobs by Geraldine Jacobs SUNDAY FEB...
POTSDAM – St. Lawrence Health is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, February 16, 2024, at the Potsdam Presbyterian Church, 42 Elm Street, Potsdam. Hours are 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. Donors must be healthy, at least 16 years of age, and weigh at least 110 lbs. Please consider a Double Red donation if you are O Neg, O Pos, A Neg, or B Neg. Donors can pre-register using RapidPass (www.redcrossblood.org/rapidpass). Pre-registration can only be completed the day of the drive prior to arrival. Registration can be made online at w...
Nominations should be couples or individuals who are Akwesasne community members, be active within the community, and contributed to the community of Akwesasne in a positive way. The King and Queen will be expected to attend some of the 2024 Winter Carnival activities. Please send nominations to Leona Barnes at [email protected]...
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: • February 13 • March 12 • April 9 • May 14 • June 11 • July 9 • August 13 • September 10 • October 8 • November 12 • December...
Feb. Monthly Meeting Notice Saturday February 10, 2024, 11 am at Arena Turtle Room...
Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors who may have an interest in the Estate of Lawrence W. Swamp. All creditors must represent their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by March 5, 2024. Any Creditors shall contact the Saint Regis Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300....
By Zach Hirsch and Emily Russell. NCPR About If All Else Fails Far-right extremism is thriving in small, rural communities across the country, gaining the support of mainstream voters and local law enforcement. In this podcast from North Country Public Radio, reporters Emily Russell and Zach Hirsch investigate extremist groups and militia movements in northern New York State, why they’re drawing support, and what kinds of threats they pose at a pivotal moment for democracy in the United States. All episodes available now at NCPR. How one U...
The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is improving wildlife habitat at Cooper Marsh Conservation Area by creating additional open water spaces within the Marsh's main impoundment. Work is set to begin in mid-February and will end by March 15, 2024. "New ponds and channels will enhance habitat diversity at Cooper Marsh, ensuring that this Conservation Area continues to serve as a haven for a wide range of species," says RRCA Stewardship Specialist, Brendan Jacobs. "Areas of open water...
McKenzee Lazore of Akwesasne recently attended the "Weekend in Toronto hosted by Indigenous Tourism. She was able to chat with Ted Nolan and his wife Sandra, as they were on their way to a Maple Leafs hockey game....
Job Summary: Provide administrative support to all departments and successfully conduct all activities related to daily reception for the Akwesasne Housing Authority. Works in collaboration and under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. A complete job description and application instructions are available at the AHA Office. Deadline to apply is February 23, 2024. Please submit a completed Application, Resume and Cover Letter to: Kayla Herne Akwesasne Housing Authority 378 State Route 37 Akwesasne, New York 13655...
Apply online at caamgmt.com/find-a-job/ For more information, please email [email protected]...
Letter to the Editor When I was a Tribal Chief in 2004-2005, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe along with MCA and the Nation were on the brink of a settlement of our Land Claim with New York State. It was a good settlement giving us more land, NYPA power and free tuition. The people overwhelmingly approved that settlement by referendum and it was signed by the 3 Chiefs, MCA Council and the Nation. However because of a terrible decision in the US Supreme Court (the Sherrill case) that settlement was taken away from us in 2005. Without a settlement...
Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following positions for the 2023-24 School Year: • Art Teacher • Driver Education Teacher • Elementary Teacher • Home & Careers Teacher • Math Teacher • Music Teacher • Reading Teacher • Science Teacher- Biology & General Science • Special Education Teacher • Technology Teacher Application Deadline: Until Filled Full job descriptions and applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert Assistant Superinte...
