A Voice from the Eastern Door
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NORTHFIELD, Vt. The Norwich University women's ice hockey team dominated from start to finish in a statement 6-0 victory in the New England Hockey Conference (NEHC) Championship game on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Kreitzberg Arena, Northfield, Vermont. Norwich (21-5-2, 15-0-1 NEHC) won its third straight NEHC Tournament title and ninth overall in front of a new women's hockey attendance-record crowd of 1,283 fans on Saturday. KC Herne, forward and a sophomore at Norwich University earned 11...
By: Jaclyn Hall One of Akwesasne's best hoop dancers, Feryn King, has embarked on a new journey. King will be travelling abroad, doing what she does best, preform. King recently signed on with Cirque Du Soleil's "Totem", which is based in Montreal. Totem is a touring show by Cirque Du Soleil, that premiered in Montreal back in 2010. The show was written and directed by Robert Lepage. The theme of "Totem", is the evolution of humanity, from its primordial, amphibian state to its aspiration of...
(Enníska/February 26, 2019) The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has established an Akwesasne Legislative Commission to oversee, receive community input, and provide community guidance and direction in the development of Akwesasne Laws. A Public Comment Session was held on October 18, 2018 to provide the Akwesasne community an opportunity to bring forward and/or identify any legislative needs. The Akwesasne Legislative Commission reviewed documentation relating to forty (40) proposed legislative development areas, including community input from...
AKWESASNE. On March 1, the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort celebrated the grand opening of Maple Brewing. The grand opening kicked off with a ribbon cutting ceremony, live music, beer tastings, and behind-the-scenes tours. Brew Master Justin Cree states, "Maple Brewing features flavor profiles such as Belgian Witbier, Winter Ale, Double India Pale Ale, Lager, Pilsner, and Porters. We will offer limited editions and create seasonal brews to give to our guests a unique tasting experience in the...
The Salmon River Central School Shamrocks Athletic Hall of Fame board members are planning for a grand induction of athletes, coaches and Salmon River athletic teams on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and Resort. As planning moves along, the event will be held in the AMCR’s Bingo Palace to accommodate three years of inductees for 2017, 2018 and 2019, their guests, supporters, community members and members of the SRC Hall of Fame. Organizers are expecting between 400 to 500 people to attend, garnering former players, c...
AKWESASNE- Kerry Marie Montour, 57, of 419 Roosevelt Road, peacefully passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019 in Malone. Kerry was born on September 27, 1961, in Massena, daughter of late Thomas and Katherine Cecilia (Laughing) Montour. She was a graduate of Salmon River Central School, and attended BOCES in Malone, and Adirondack Cooking School. Kerry belonged to the Mohawk Nation Longhouse. She was a housekeeper, working for the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe and All-In-Pizza. More recently, she was... Full story
Sandra Joyce (Comins) Boyer passed away peacefully on March 1, 2019 with her children by her side. Sandra was the daughter of the late Dorothy and Harry Comins; mother of Danny (Ashley), Michael and Aimee (Greg); very proud grandmother of five beautiful grandchildren-Christian, Ryan, Hayden, Isaac and Tristan; sister of Geraldine, Linda (John), Florence (Ron), Donald (Delinda), Harry George (Tami) and predeceased by sister Brenda. Extended family members of Sandra are Joyce Benedict, Elizabeth... Full story
Theodore Aniatarena Thompson peacefully passed away on March 2, 2019 at the Iakhihsohtha Lodge. Theodore "Teddy" Thompson of River Road, Tsi Snaihne, was 87. Teddy was raised by his grandmother Bella Seymour. He learned how to take care of cattle and his grandmother taught him how to prepare and cook white corn. Teddy passed down his knowledge to his sons. Teddy was a painter for over 30 years. He was a member of The International Brothers of Painters and Allied Trades, a local union of Camden,... Full story
Submitted by Denise Jackson On February 27, 2019, students at the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School were treated to a popcorn "sundae." Students who achieved at least a 91% attendance rate were given a popcorn sundae. Two-hundred and two students were invited to attend. The students enjoyed their popcorn and toppings. The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School would like to thank the Akwesasne Community Fund for sponsoring fun incentives for our school. Niawen!...
The family of Randy Hillyard wish to thank family, friends and relatives for all the prayers, words of condolence and comfort after Randy’s unexpected and sudden passing to the Spirit World. Niawen:kowa, Barbara Gadway Hillyard, and Tim, Belinda and Carl Hillyard...
Submitted by Denise Jackson Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School students who achieved Honour Roll, an average of 80 or higher for term 1, went bowling on Friday, March 1, 2019. Thirty-eight students attended the trip to Olympia Bowl in Cornwall. Students were also treated to a pizza luncheon afterwards. Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School would like the thank the Akwesasne Community Fund for sponsoring fun incentives for our students....
(February 27, 2019) Northern Borders Academy / PTECH sophomores and juniors were given the opportunity to participate in the February 2019 Winter Break Job Shadowing Program. The Job Shadowing Program was made possible by PTECH community partners which included Alice Hyde Medical Center, Citizen Advocates, and Malone Police Department. The following students successfully completed the February 2019 Winter Break Job Shadowing Program: Juniors • Jarrett Davey Human Resources and Operations A...
Mrs. Brown, Tsi Snaihne School Principal, agreed to dye her hair blue if 97% of students met their monthly reading goal. In Tsiothohrhko:wa/January, 98% of students met their monthly reading goal, so she had to visit the hair salon! "The students asked me a number of years ago if I would dye my hair blue (one of our school colours) if 97% of students completed the Read and Responds. I know the students, staff, and parents worked hard to achieve this goal." Keep up the good work Tsi Snaihne...
To the Community from a Concerned Elder: I am a concerned community member who is very troubled by the events of this past weekend. I was going past the Police Station and saw the lawlessness. The sight of it will stay with me for the rest of my life. I don’t know what you have in your head. You claim to be of the Longhouse but the people that I know who are of the Longhouse don’t act like you were acting. They are good people who believe in their culture, follow their traditions and care about this community. That’s not what I saw. I saw p...
Name: Taiawentesere Caia Kasokeo Born: November 23, 2018 Weight: 8 lbs. 5 oz. Length: 20 inches Parents: Skaniehtiiohstha (Montour) and Drayton Kasokeo (Poundmaker Cree Nation) Siblings: Drayanna, Ian, Owen, Kahetiiaks and Kahnekanonnha Maternal Grandparents: Barbara & Barry Montour Paternal Grandparents: Virginia Antoine and Daryl Kasokeo Great Grandparents: Greta Barnes, Verna Montour and the late Art Montour...
Every weekend from 12:00 – 8:00pm Come support your Onkwehonwe collegiately or professionally or watch for the love of the game. We will be watching live or catching the can’t-miss game from the night before. All members are welcome. For ages 15-20....
Immediately after the SRMT February monthly meeting, a third Draft Residency Ordinance Community meeting was held. The well attended meeting discussed the Draft Residency Ordinance over corn soup and fried bread. The meeting was presented by Dale White, General Counsel, SRMT. He briefly reviewed the Draft Ordinance focusing on: Purpose of the Ordinance, Basic Residency Rules, Permits, Permit Applications, Permit Renewals and Revocations, Residency Board, Enforcement and Penalties, and Appeals. The complete document can be found on the SRMT...
Attention CCVS parents! The MCA Community Health Program will be offering a catch up immunization clinic for those students who attend CCVS. Thursday, March 14, 2019 This clinic will be offered by appointment only. To book an appointment, please call 613-575-2341 ext. 3220. Please ensure we have the most up to date immunization record for your child....
Parent & Baby Drop In Group! Join in on early learning fun with books, art, songs, snacks and more with your child. The Akwesasne Zero 2 Six program is a drop in family service for children ages 0-6, their parents and caregivers to take part in programs and activities together. March 2019 Dates and Locations Tuesdays, 10am-12pm: Akwesasne Library Brainy Baby Book Club Tuesdays, 1:30-4pm: Tsi Snaihne Homemakers Wednesdays, 10am-1pm: Kanatakon 61 Johnson Rd. @ Rosie Pooh Designs Wednesdays, 5pm-7pm: Kanatakon 61 Johnson Rd. @ Rosie Pooh Designs...
Reprinted with permission from Traditional Teachings by the Native North American Travelling College The Peacemaker crossed Lake Ontario and approached the land of the Hotinonshonni. He looked for signs of ascending smoke from any villages, but saw none, for all the villages were back among the hills. Those were evil days, for the Hotinonshonni were all at war with one another. When the Peacemaker came near the land, he saw the figures of men, small in the distance, running along the shore, for some hunters had seen a sparkle of light from the...
Malone 3/20/2019: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Verizon, 266 West Main Street Massena 3/20/2019: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., St Lawrence Centre, 6100 State Route 37 Potsdam 3/11/2019: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Clarkson University, 120 Student Center 3/19/2019: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Potsdam High School, 29 Leroy Street 3/28/2019: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Potsdam Presbyterian Church, 42 Elm Street How to donate blood Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more...
Save the Date The Tri-district Elders and the Kawehnoke Recreation will be hosting a Quilt Show on Saturday, May 25, 2019. This event will be held at the Kawehnoke Recreation Center and the Tri District Elders center on Kawehnoke. More information to follow....
1. Oh nahò:ten í:kare? - What is in the picture? 2. Ka'serehtowá:nen - It is a big vehicle 3. Tewani'tonhkwaríkhons - It is a flashing light 4. Tekaniehtotáhrhos - It is a snowplow (literally it is cleaning snow) 5. Oh nihakiéhrha? - What is he doing? 6. Shaià:ta rón:kwe - One man 7. Raià:ti - He is in it 8. Ratorihákie - He is driving along 9. Thoniarotáhrho - He is steering it 10. Tehaniehtotáhrhos - He is plowing 11. Oh niwakiéhrha ne tekaniehtotáhros? - What is the plow doing? 12. Iohio'tsi...
By Mahlon Smoke ST. LAWRENCE CENTRE MALL – When out and about at the mall with the family, kids will want to play and run around while the parents shop. Over the years, the St. Lawrence Centre Mall in Massena, NY has been opening new and engaging attractions for the whole family. Since 2013, the bounce houses by BD Entertainment have been a popular destination for families and children's birthday parties. That's when Bill Delarm got an idea to open another attraction that would be even more f...
Wouldn't it be nice if our Chiefs remember that they were not elected to start a business. And realize that Cannabis in all forms is nothing but trouble. "Proof: incidents of Feb. 22 is just the beginning." Perhaps they (chiefs MCA) should contact Chief Norton of K'town on how easy it was to decide against Canada's legalization of Oct. 2018. And ruled no Cannabis will be on sale in their Reserve. Three cheers for the K'town Council of Chiefs....
