A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe’s controversial off-reservation gaming referendum results remain unofficial this week as the Election Board reviews four appeals. The January 30, 2010 referendum asked voters, “Do you approve of the Tribe pursuing off-reservation gaming in the Catskills?” There were a total of 538 “Yes” votes, 371 “No” votes and 27 voided ballots and 2 spoiled ballots. Election Board officials could not comment on the nature of the appeals and said they would need a minimum of five days to review them. The last appeal was received...
On Monday February 1st, the Kana:takon School students began with brainstorming ideas for their Team Banner, Team Door Decorations, Team Cheer and Team Pledge. Tuesday, February 2nd the day began with all teams reporting to their coach’s room where they wrote their pledges and cheers. They also created their team banner and decorated their coach’s door. In the afternoon the student’s held the Opening of the Games. Each team marched into the gym, to their chosen song and paraded around the gym w...
Former Akwesasne Skating Club figure skater Jennifer Mitchell will be putting her knowledge to good use this month. Mitchell was hired by NBC as a logger for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia. Having moved to BC in June of 2009, Mitchell attended a job fair for the Olympics and was initially hired in an assistant/runner position. After learning about Mitchell’s background in figure skating, NBC offered her a figure skating logger position instead. “It’s very excit...
Thomas “TJ” Bero of Akwesasne is an incredible 5-year-old boy who was born with a severe heart condition and has been through 2 operations already. Last year, they came across an extreme complication while attempting to fix his heart valve. Because of the risk of colds due to his condition TJ stays home and is currently home schooled. So far he has been doing amazingly well given his condition. “He is doing good, loves life and loves football,” said his mother Angela Bero. Last month Mrs. Be...
February 6, 2010 Harry J. Hall Sr., 72, of Cincinnatus, passed away Saturday at University Hospital. Born in Akwesasne, St. Regis Mohawk Reservation, he retired from Syracuse University in 1999. He is predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Margaret Hall; and a sister, Hazel Hall. He moved to Syracuse, NY in the 1950’s. He is survived by his companion of 21 years, Shirley Johnson; sons, Harry J. Hall Jr. and Harold Cornelius; daughters, Beth (Kevin) Kazel; Linda (Paul) LeBlanc, Dawn (Mark) F...
Hogansburg - Mary J. Arquette, 98, of 6 Andrew Johnson Road, passed away Monday morning, February 8, 2010, at Tsiionkwanonhso:te Cornwall Island Long Term Care Facility, where she has been a resident since March, 2009. She was born March 22, 1911 on St. Regis Island, the daughter of Charles and Annie Gray Skidders. She attended schools on St. Regis Island. On November 19, 1929 she married Jake J. Arquette at the St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Bourget officiating. He predeceased her...
“My Precious Brother” I wish I could see you one more time Come walking through my door But, I know that is impossible I will hear your voice no more I know you can feel my tears And you don’t want me to cry Yet, my heart is broken Because I can’t understand why Someone so precious had to die I pray that the creator will give me strength And somehow get me through As I struggle with this heartache That was caused by losing you I love you and miss you more each day But deep down I know I’ll se...
In memory Brian Stuart Patterson Feb.3, 1983 – Feb. 14, 2007 AnnaBelle & Eric’s Bubba Bubba it’s been 3 years and we still miss you like you were just taken from us. We love you always, we are happy that you are in Heaven with some of your friends, (Mitch, Cody). We know that you didn’t mean to leave us and that you will always be with us and we know that you will always love us even if you are not here with us in person you will always be with us in our hearts and memories. Oh yeah Bubba H...
Thanks to everyone who bought a square and helped to support Chelsea as she pursues her dream to become a lawyer. Unfortunate events occurred in 2008 that caused her to lose her scholarships. Your help and support is greatly appreciated!! Winners: Board 1: Grid Thomas - $500 Board 2: Tim ‘Dooley’ Thompson - $500 Thanks again, from Family and Friends....
The Grand Prize winner of the Kana:takon School “Super Bowl” fundraiser was Fred Mitchell. Nia-wen to everyone who purchased a square. All proceeds will go towards the end of the year field trips and activities for all students at Kana:takon School. Thanks again for all your support. Fundraising Committee: Lana King and Dan Cook...
After taking a long break from politics, Michael Kanentakeron Mitchell has found himself right at the forefront of Akwesasne politics once again as he was elected Grand Chief of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne last June. With new issues on the table, the Grand Chief has had to adjust to MCA life again but he brings a wealth of experience with him to his position. Indian Time sat down with the Grand Chief to learn more about his past and outlook on present day issues. Pre-Politics After high...
On Jan. 29 Brass Horse Bar and Grille held a fish fry lunch and benefit dance to help those who were devastated by the earthquake that took place on the island nation of Haiti on Jan. 12. Staff members volunteered their time to come in and prepare the $10 lunches which began selling at 11 am. Thanks to the help and support of the community an astounding 150 fish fry lunches were sold out by 1:30pm. Following the lunch was a benefit dance at 9:00pm. Donation jars were located at the bar and a...
Akwesasne Territory – IGA Assessment Program awarded the Five Star status to the First Americans IGA Store of Akwesasne. Five Star status is a national program and is the highest level of recognition an IGA store can achieve. “We are extremely happy to have earned this award,” said Bonnie McDonald, store manager. “Despite all the challenges we’ve coped with in the past few months, our team was still able to perform way above average.” The award was based on a high level of customer service, standards for image, identity, store operations...
The Mohawk people have had a long legacy with ironworking that is still a large and integral part of the community and its identity. Mohawk ironworkers were fearless- often seen scaling beams without harnesses. But, today the industry is more focused on safety while still honoring the achievements of those brave Mohawk ironworkers. Mike Swamp has given 40 years of service to ironworking before retiring in 2009. He volunteers his time as a business representative for the Ironworkers organization and understands the importance of safety on the jo...
Pamoja International Cultural Exchange Inc. (PICEI) has returned from their 21 day transcontinental cultural cruise. From ancient Rome in Italy to the rain forests in Dominica, 24 members from northern New York traveled. This truly was an unforgettable cultural experience. PICEI held two seminars while on board ship, which focused around developing cultural competency. Our own ambassadors Jean Herne, Betty Swamp, Debbie Thomas, and Ted Jacobs were among the presenters. Everyone who attended was...
On Feb. 3, workers and community members received a delicious and informational lunch demonstration in the Kanonhkwatsheriio board room presented by Diabetes Prevention Workers Sweets Jacobs and Rachel George and Registered Dietitian Mandy Graham from Community Health. The Healthy lunch was the first in a series of 7 to teach people how to prepare healthy lunch options that are fast, easy, healthy, and cheap and how to chose healthy snacks. Jacobs and George are well known for their healthy...
Cancer is constantly marketed as a chance happening or a disease version of “pulling the shortest straw”. There are many reasons why cancer is marketed like this and there are many other reasons why the general public is willingly to accept this theory. Although research, as far back as the 1930’s, concretely documents cancer as being directly related to the ingestion of unnatural chemicals the cancer industry continually avoids the “supply” side of cancer and almost focuses solely on expensive (yet highly ineffective) treatments. Research...
1 Ib firm tofu 2 Tbls sesame oil 1 med onion, chopped 1 med red pepper, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, chopped (I do tons more... like 10!) 1 Tbls grated ginger 1 6 oz. Can tomato paste 1/3 cup peanut butter 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 Tbls honey 1 Tbls rice wine vinegar (I think I use apple cider vinegar... you could use either) 3/4 cup apple juice (sounds gross, I know. Trust me!) 1/2 cup coarsely chopped peanuts (optional- I’ve never put that in) pinch of salt 1/4 tsp or less (or more!!) cayenne pepper - (I keep the cayenne out if I’m cooking for the...
Prep time: 10 minutes, plus 3–6 hours in slow cooker Serves 8 / Prep tips: Leave potato peels intact for extra vitamin and mineral content, or peel if you prefer. Any quality pesto will do; traditional basil-garlic-pine nut pesto is fine, or try this with sun-dried tomato pesto for a unique flavor. Add chopped kale or chard to the cooker just before serving to boost this meal’s nutritional value. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 bay leaves 2 15-ounce cans garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 2 pounds small red or whi...
Akwesasne MOHAWK TERRITORY — The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is reminding community members that it is continuing to receive written complaints and statements involving the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The Mohawk Council is issuing the reminder following reports that community members are still being subjected to unfair treatment by some CBSA Officers. There are also reports that wrongful vehicle seizures and fines are still being lodged against Akwesasne Mohawks at the temporary port in Cornwall. If you have encountered u...
Salmon River Central School Mohawk Club is a student organization that was created several years ago in order to support the large Mohawk student population by creating a sense of cultural pride and to educate and bring awareness to the larger community. “I joined in order to get back into culture,” said Sean Herne, Mohawk Club Presidnet. “My family stuck out of it for a while. I wanted to get back into traditions. So far I developed a sense of pride in culture.” Katsitsionni Fox, Native...
The boys on the Salmon River Central School’s Basketball team are a team on and off the court. This past Feb. 4, the team got together and held a spaghetti dinner fundraiser to help cover the cost of the team’s sneakers and warm-ups, a 2500.00 expense. Together they organized the fundraiser by helping with the cooking in the school’s cafeteria, putting the meals together and selling raffle tickets at the door. The team choose a spaghetti dinner because everybody has to eat so why not join the t...
Wasontiiosta George, the daughter of Jayne George, Akwesasne Mohawk, and the late Richard “Cartoon” Alfred, Shawnee Nation of Oklahoma, graduated in December, 2009 with two degrees from Arizona State University in Tempe. She was a student at the Akwesasne Freedom School. Shown with her is Anias Correa, her nephew....
The Mohawk Nation Council held a meeting on Sunday February 7th with four agenda items: Kanienkeh representatives gave a report on a license plate project the community is working on. The project is all encompassing from permit to the actual driving tests. Also included are the rule and regulations involved with responsible driving. The MNCC will continue dialogue with the Kanienkeh representatives and at some point the whole package will to the grand council. The Council will be sending runners to Onondaga to request a Grand Council meeting....
Indian Time Newspaper is happy to be organizing the 4th annual writing contest as part of the Akwesasne Winter Carnival. Sorry we missed last year’s carnival! Winners in three age categories will receive prizes and have their entry printed in Indian Time. Teachers are encouraged to have students participate in the contest. All participants will have their names entered into the grand prize drawing at the Akwesasne Winter Carnival. Please include name, age, and contact information on all entries. Drop stories into drop box at the St. Regis R...
