A Voice from the Eastern Door
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(March 10, 2020) On Thursday, March 5, 2020, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service took custody of Victor Lazore, 33, and arrested him for the murder of Jeffery Arquette-Lazore. The criminal charges stem from an occurrence dated August 11, 2019 in which the investigation determined the victim’s death to be caused by a gunshot wound after the Akwesasne Mohawk Police responded to a Kanatkon residence. On August 29, 2019, Akwesasne Mohawk Police investigators obtained a Canada-wide arrest warrant for Victor Lazore for the charge of first degree homi...
To mark International Women's Day on March 8th, the Montreal branch of Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) is proud to recognize the achievements of Brittany LeBorgne, naming her the 2020 ACTRA Montreal Woman of the Year. Brittany is Mohawk from Kahnawake, and knew from a young age she wanted a career in the performing arts: it runs in her family. Her first acting experience was with Kahnawake's community theatre program when she was nine years old, and she has...
Bombay, NY. According to a U.S. Customs and Border Protections news release dated March 9, 2020, Border Patrol agents from the Massena Border Patrol Station arrested six individuals in connection to a failed smuggling attempt on Monday. On March 2, Border Patrol agents stopped a vehicle on State Route 95 in Bombay. During the stop, agents confirmed that four of the occupants were citizens of India who entered the United States illegally and not at a designated port of entry. A second vehicle involved was also stopped. All occupants from both...
By: Jaclyn Hall While many are new to the events unfolding throughout Turtle Island in the last month, there are those who have been paying attention since the beginning, especially the youth of Akwesasne. For those who are unaware of the events unfolding throughout Canada, in support of the Wet’suwet’en Nation, there is a lot to catch up on. Beginning last year, when the Wet’suwet’en Nation was raided the first time by RCMP and Coastal Gaslink, people of the Kanieńkehá:ka Nation took notice. Members of the Wet’suwet’en Nation came to the b...
Tapping Maple Trees on Jock Road....
KANATAKON – Marjorie A. Lazore, 77, a lifelong resident of Kanatakon, peacefully passed away Thursday evening, March 4, 2020 with the love and support of her family at her side. Marjorie was born September 1, 1942 in Kanatakon the daughter of the late Joseph and Charlotte (Mitchell) Diabo and attended schools there. On June 10, 1961, she married Michael Peter Lazore at the St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Jacobs, officiating. He predeceased her on November 5, 1987. She later found c... Full story
AKWESASNE – Dominic A. White, 50, of White Road, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at his home. Dominic was born May 21, 1969 in Massena, the son of Lawrence and Carolyn (Barnes) White. He worked for a time as a social worker with the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, New York State ARC at the Dana Street House, and at the Highland Nursing Home. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, artwork, and playing his guitar. Dominic is survived by his daughters, Sierra and Crystal White and their mother, Wendy all of Washington; his granddaughter, Arwyn; h... Full story
On behalf of the late Annie Caldwell McDonald, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the community of Akwesasne. We especially extend our thanks to the staff of Iakhihsohtha Lodge. Nia:wen kowa to the nurses Eileen, Janice, Joanne, Joan and Katie, to Dr. Horn and colleagues, to the maintenance and cooking staff as well as Sue, Rhonda, Jaimie, and Wendy. Specifically, we would like to acknowledge and thank all the PSWs for the loving care they gave to our mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother, Annie....
The Native North American Travelling College is excited to present the 2020 Akwesasne Children’s Powwow! When: Saturday, March 14 Where: IGA Building, Hogansburg Registration will begin at 10 AM — grand entry will be at 12 PM. For more information, please contact the NNATC at 613-932-9452....
The Kawehno:ke Recreation Committee would like to invite the community to their Spring Fling Bingo event! When: Friday, March 20 Time: 6 PM Where: Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre Doors open at 5 PM. There will be cash prizes, 50/50 raffles, open concession and more!...
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released a list of disinfectants to protect against the spread of the coronavirus. According to the EPA, products on the list have “qualified for use against COVID-19” through the agency’s Emerging Viral Pathogen program where manufacturers provide the EPA with data that “shows their products are effective against harder-to-kill viruses.” Coronaviruses are what are called enveloped viruses, “meaning they are one of the easiest types of viruses to kill with the appropriate disinfectant product,” t...
WEST HENRIETTA, NY (March 10, 2020) – The American Red Cross strongly urges healthy, eligible individuals who are feeling well to give blood or platelets to help maintain a sufficient blood supply and prevent shortages as concerns about the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, rise in the U.S. Cold and flu season has already impacted the nation’s ability to maintain its blood supply. As the number of coronavirus cases grows in the U.S., the number of people eligible to give blood for patients in need could decrease further. “We...
Tree planting season is just around the corner! Have you placed your tree orders yet? The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) offers a variety of forestry services at a fraction of the cost to assist landowners with their tree planting projects. Whether you are looking to plant a windbreak, attract wildlife, or simply add to your existing landscape, the RRCA has you covered. Landowners can purchase native tree and shrub seedlings from the RRCA at a subsidized cost until March 31, 2020. “The RRCA is on track to add nearly 30,000 trees t...
Reprinted with permission from Traditional Teachings by the Native North American Travelling College …continued from last week THE ARTICLES OF KARIWIIO NOW THE MESSENGERS SHOWED HIM ANOTHER, AND ASKED HIM TO TELL EXACTLY WHAT HE SAW. He said: I saw this man named Tiohahison, in Sonkwaiatison’s land, but this man is still alive on earth. This man is always happy and holds a peaceful mind. He always makes sure that the Ceremonies of the Longhouse are held at the right time. Now, the Messengers explained that whenever this man passes on he wil...
1.Oié:ri nihá:ti ratiksa'okòn'a - 10 children 2.Ronteweiénstha - Students 3.Ne Ahkwesáhshne Rontatewenniiò:ke tsi ionteweienstáhkhwa - The Ahkwesahsne Freedom School 4.Tekeniiáhsen ne iakotirihonnién:ni - 2 teachers 5.Wenhni'tanó:ron tánon Tekonwahkwén:ni konwatí:ia'ts - Their names are Wenhni'tanó:ron and Tekonwahkwén:ni 6.Tánon Ohahonkóhton ronwá:ia'ts - And his name is Ohahonkóhton 7.Ratirontahrá:rakskwe ne wáhta - They did tap maple trees 8.Enníska niwenhni'tò:ten - The month of February...
MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE AND SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBE JOINT COVID-19 (NOVEL CORONAVIRUS) INFORMATIONAL BRIEFING (MARCH 12, 2020) JOINT RESPONSE TO COVID-19 The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA), including health and emergency staff, are working together to provide information to the community and to ensure readiness should the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) outbreak require a pandemic response. The health of our entire community is a priority. Please refer to our websites for previous informational...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe held their monthly meeting on Saturday. March 7, 2020 at 10am with Chief Beverly Cook as Chairperson. Massena Shuttle Bus Presentation by Frank Doldo, Regional Mobility Manager, St. Lawrence County. St. Lawrence County’s public bus system plans to add a shuttle service that would include stops in Akwesasne opening public transportation to venues, events, shopping and appointments in the North Country. The new shuttle service is expected to start on April 6, 2020 with a ribbon cutting at the Akwesasne Seniors C...
By Derrick Lafrance Another milestone before another break. The Akwesasne Mohawk school celebrated the hard work of their students with the monthly awards ceremony held on Friday, March 6. Top readers, attendance and character traits were honored as well as citizenship. The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Services held their "Caught Being Good Program" in which students were spotted going above and beyond and their names were added to a raffle. Constable Norman King of AMPS was on hand to remind the...
Submitted by Rich Gast, Cornell Cooperative Extension Franklin County Growing your own vegetables, at least some of them, is a great way to provide fresh, tasty, nutritious food for your kitchen table. Homegrown vegetables are much fresher and taste better than industrially grown, supermarket purchased produce. And vegetable gardening can be a fun, family activity. I can think of no better way to leave the hardships of winter behind than to look ahead to spring and summer vegetable gardening....
Novice coaching staff receive gifts from their players. Coach Steve Lazore, Assistant Coach Robert Thomas, players Kyle Roundpoint, Trey Smoke & Clay Thomas, 2002. 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....
Farmers and food entrepreneurs don’t want to lose precious time to unexpected computer headaches. Join us at the Extension Learning Farm in Canton with instructor Nicole Ouellette of Breaking Even Communications to demystify maintaining an effective and attractive business presence on the internet. Social media is the number one way many of your customers and potential customers hear about and buy from businesses. In this workshop, we’ll look at Facebook and Instagram in particular with a food business lens talking about crafting effective pos...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, directing, coordinating and administration of all activities involving the operations of all Community and Social Services programs with the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. As a member of the senior management team, the Director participates in strategic planning and budgeting initiatives and works within the guidelines, policies and mission of the organization and will be accountable and responsible for specific projects...
PAY LEVEL: SP07 ST1 $48,137.65 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Supervisor, and In Charge EMT, the Emergency Medical Technician will perform duties associated with providing rescue services and emergency medical care to the sick and injured in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, Mountain Lake Regional protocols and AMA policies. The Emergency Medical Technician will conduct a patient assessment including but not limited to vitals, such as Blood Pressure, Pulse Rate, Pulse Oximetry, lung sound...
RESPONSIBLE TO: Editor JOB DUTIES: 1. Photograph and report on community events and conduct interviews for Indian Time Newspaper. 2. Meet deadlines for Editor and Layout Artist. 3. Produce news articles and related materials using computer programs such as Word and email for submission and Editor’s approval. 4. Develop ideas for news stories and must be available for scheduled and unscheduled community events and activities. Willingness to keep a flexible schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must enjoy meeting people and talking with people. 2. P...
SALARY LEVEL: HS10 ST 2 $38,158.02 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Centre Supervisor, and the Ministry of Education’s (MOE’s) license, the incumbent is responsible for contributing to a positive learning environment that enhances and supports each child’s cultural, physical, social, emotional, creative and cognitive development in conjunction with the classroom Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE). QUALIFICATIONS: • Secondary School Diploma and • 2 years’ experience in a childcare setting. All interested...
