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Rooseveltown, NY – The Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation was notified they received the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP) Grant Award in the amount of $248,746. The Grant will target roofing upgrades at three locations, Mohawk River Village located in Rooseveltown, McGee Road Emergency/Transitional Housing and the McGee Road Warehouse in Akwesasne. $100 million was made available from the Dormitory Authority State of New York to Nonprofit Organizations for year 2016 to support the work of the state’s nonprofit partners...
Tsi Snaihne School Awards for January...
Winter Storm Outlook - Winter storm conditions are possible in the next 2 to 5 days. Winter Weather Advisory - Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. When caution is used, these situations should not be life threatening. Winter Storm Watch - Winter storm conditions are possible within the next 36 to 48 hours. People in a watch area should review their winter storm plans and stay informed about weather conditions. Winter Storm Warning - Life-threatening, severe winter conditions have...
Tsi Snaihne School Hosts Report Card Night and Cake Walk...
AKWESASNE —The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has adopted a ten-year Strategic Plan, titled “Working Together Today to Build a Better Tomorrow,” through Tribal Council Resolution (2016-94). The Strategic Plan identifies the main areas of future direction to help the organization meet the increasing needs of the Akwesasne community for the next decade. It also serves as a tool for community members, external organizations and funding agencies to better understand the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for what it is today. Effective January 1, 2017 the Strat...
It is important to choose carefully when hiring an individual or firm to prepare a tax return. Well-intentioned taxpayers can be misled by preparers who don’t understand taxes or who mislead people into taking credits or deductions they aren’t entitled to in order to increase their fee. Every year, these types of tax preparers face everything from penalties to jail time for defrauding their clients. Here are a few tips when choosing a tax preparer: Ask if the preparer has an IRS Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). Paid tax return pre...
AKWESASNE MOHAWK POLICE SERVICE POLICE BLOTTER On February 6, 2017, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police arrested a 56 year old male on an outstanding warrant issued from Cornwall Provincial Court for Domestic Assault. Subject was remanded into custody to appear in court on February 9, 2017. On February 6, 2017, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police arrested Jacob Wesley Martin, age 27, on an outstanding warrant. Mr. Martin was charged in two separate incidents in 2015 and faces charges of “Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence”, namely “Smuggling Aliens” co...
Thank you to Vanessa Cook LaVare for the submission. 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....
CAA Management provides high quality oversight and advisement on the financial, marketing, and management functions of several companies under their umbrella. CAA is committed to quality work and superior customer service in all aspects of our business and is looking to add to our team. The following positions are available with the deadline for applicants being February 28, 2017: • Baker • Cashier • Server Submit letter of interest and resume to [email protected] or send to CAA Management, c/o April Lauzon, PO Box 609, Akwesasne, NY 13...
CORNWALL, ON. - The St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences is tackling March Break boredom with a week full of natural fun and science at Cooper Marsh Visitor and Education Centre in South Lancaster. From March 13th to the 17th, this unique day camp will provide children, aged 6 to 11, with hands on opportunities to experience science and nature up close and personal. Campers have the option of choosing to sign up for individual daily themed sessions or they can register for an entire week of non-stop fun and discovery....
School Year: 2016-17 Program: Education Reports to: AMBE Associate Director Salary: Based on AMBE/PSAC Salary Grid for Teachers QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Certification/Registration with a professional Speech and Language Association. Two (2) to three (3) years related experience, preferably within the education environment. Experience with Augmentative Communication Systems an asset. Interested individuals should submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming c...
Please note: Dr. Young’s walk-in clinic has a 25 patient limit and Janet Brant, NP has a 8 patient limit. Fri. Feb. 17th Dr. Levac 8:30-4:00-by referral Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-walk-in Mon. Feb. 20th Closed Tues. Feb. 21st Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Wed. Feb. 22nd Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Janet Brant, NP 1:00-3:30-by appt. 5:00-7:30-walk-in Thurs. Feb. 23rd Janet Brant, NP 8:30-3:30-by appt. Kawehnoke Medical Clinic is now offering an evening Women’s Care Clinic every third Wednesday of the month. For an app...
Please note: Dr. Forson’s walk-in clinic has a 15 patient limit; Dr. Horn’s walk-in clinic has a 10 patient limit and Dr. Saylor’s walk-in clinic has a 12 patient limit. Fri. Feb. 17th Dr. Saylor 9:00-11:30-walk-in 2:00-4:00-by appt. Dr. Horn –off Mon. Feb. 20th Closed Tues. Feb. 21st Dr. Forson 9:00-11:30-walk-in Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-walk-in 1:00-2:30-by appt. Wed. Feb. 22nd Dr. Forson 9:00-11:30-by appt. Dr. Horn-off Thurs. Feb. 23rd Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-walk-in...
Fri., February 17/17 - 12:10 pm. Offered for Henry Arquette - 2nd Memorial Birthday (Feb. 12). From the funeral collection. Sat., February 18/17 - 4:00 pm. Anticipated Mass. Offered for James Thompson - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Sun., February 19/17 - 10:00 am. Holy Mass. Offered for Wilfred Bova - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Tues., February 21/17 - 6:00 pm. Offered for Jeanne ‘Jenny’ Cook - 2nd Anniversary (Feb. 24th), and Philomena Bertha Mae Thompson - 5th Anniversary (Feb. 25th). Requested by the chi...
The following is a listing of the remaining upcoming Mohawk Council of Akwesasne General and District Meetings in the month of February (Enniska): Kana:takon District Meeting: Wednesday, February 22nd at 6pm at the St. Regis Recreation Center. The General Meeting will take place in Kana:takon on Thursday, February 23rd at 6pm at the St. Regis Recreation Center....
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Feb. 17th Hazel Bero & Clark Lazore Feb. 18th Barbara Garrow Feb. 19th Paulette Reid, Joyce Laffin & Phyllis Jacobs Birthdays: Events: Feb. 16th – Tai Chi-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Tai Chi-1:00; Feb. 17th – Wii Bowling-10:30; Tina’s Painting-1:00; Billiards at Tsiionkwanonhso:te-1:00; Feb. 20th – Closed; Feb. 21st – Tai Chi-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Tai Chi-1:00; Craft Class-1:00; Green Food Bag pickup-12:00-4:45; Feb. 22nd – Vitals-10:30; Taste Testing-10:30; Travelling College Art Show-1:...
When: Saturday, February 18th starting at 10:00 a.m. until all is gone Where: 28 St. Regis Road, Akwesasne Tired of selling, we’re just giving the stuff away. Household items, clothes, small appliances, knick-knacks, purses, TV stand and lots more. Feel guilty about getting all this great stuff for free? Monetary donations accepted for the Akwesasne Animal Society. Dealers and resellers NOT welcome....
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Home Improvement Program is now accepting new applications for the Home Improvement Program for the 2017 Fiscal Year. Applications can be picked up in the Home Improvement Program office located in the lower level of the Community Building between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Deadline for applications is Enníska/February 28, 2017....
The PICKUP date for: Kana:takon @ the St. Regis Recreation Center is Tuesday, FEBRUARY 21st, 2017 from 11am-4pm. Tsi Snaihne @ the Recreation is Tuesday, FEBRUARY 21st, 2017 from 1:00-5:00pm. Kawehno:ke @ the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena is Wednesday, FEBRUARY 22nd, 2017 from 11am-4pm. If you have any questions please call CARLEE OAKES in Community Health at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220...
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to assist eligible low-income households pay for winter energy services. LIHEAP will provide a one-time benefit to eligible Tribal households on the Southern portion of Akwesasne. Not sure if you qualify? It’s worth it to find out. Contact the Office for the Aging at (518) 358-2963 and ask for Alison Cooke or Tracy Holcomb....
PO Box 462 -Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact-George Adams-613-575-2871...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is looking for energetic individuals who may be interested in becoming a member of the Board of Directors for the Three Feathers Corporation. The Three Feathers Corporation is being formed as the economic and business development arm of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and to achieve its economic development objectives: improving the community’s infrastructure to attract business growth; stimulating the economy of the community in order to create employment opportunities for Akwesasronon and reduce Council’s rel...
The community of Akwesasne passed an Akwesasne Residency Law in 1997. The Akwesasne Residency Law governs non-members who wish to reside at Akwesasne. Under certain conditions, the community may extend the privilege of temporary residency to non-members as per the Akwesasne Residency Law. Any non-member who wishes to reside on the Territory of Akwesasne must submit a completed application form for a Residency Permit to the Membership Clerk. • Any non-member found to be on the Territory of Akwesasne in violation of the law will be charged w...
FRANKLIN COUNTY Malone 3/2/2017: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Franklin Academy, 42 Huskie Lane SAINT LAWRENCE COUNTY Massena 3/14/2017: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m., Massena Community Center, 61 Beach Street 3/15/2017: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., St Lawrence Centre, 6100 State Route 37 Norwood 3/15/2017: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Norwood Norfolk Central School, 7852 State Highway 56 Potsdam 3/6/2017: 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Clarkson University ERC, 8 Clarkson Avenue How to help Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS...
(January 26, 2017) Akwesasne Mohawk Territory – The National Child Benefit Reinvestment (NCBR) Committee, on behalf of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA), is requesting all 2016/2017 recipients of the NCBR funds to submit your final reports no later than Friday, February 17, 2017 - 3:00pm. Failure to comply with this procedure will result in your forfeiture of the remainder of your approved budget and subsequent proposals for 2016/2017 not being accepted. If all approved funds are not spent by the final report due date – Friday, Feb...
