A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Will Lafrance, Akwesasne, has been nominated for Best Actor in a Short Film, International category for his work in "See How Easy That Was". This film was entered into in the 2016 World Music and Independent Film Festival earning three nominations. Lafrance graduated from Algonquin College having studied Theater Arts and is currently at Carlton University. The WMIFF was established to celebrate and provide a platform of achievements for all cinema artists, featuring some of the most talented...
A variety of business professionals will gather in one place on March 30 to explain what benefits, programs and services are available to North Country veterans. The Veterans’ Resource Workshop will be held Wednesday, March 30, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Bobcat Café in the Joan Weill Student Center at Paul Smith’s College. The workshop is free and open to the public and sponsored by SCORE, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Franklin County Veterans Services and Paul Smith’s College’s Entrepreneurial Business Studies and Veterans Affairs...
We Tapped Trees...
Since 1949, the Seymour family has been serving the funeral needs of the Potsdam and surrounding communities when Harrisville native, Carl Seymour joined the Clarke and Foote Funeral Home in Potsdam continuing until the death of the owner, Mr. Hanley Foote in 1960. In April 1961, after the encouragement from many members of the Potsdam community, Carl, along with his wife, Evelyn, opened their funeral home at their residence at 4 Cedar Street. With only one car, one viewing room, and no...
Submitted by Norman Treptow For the second year Salmon River CSD has competed in the North Country Jr. Iron Chef competition. The competition is organized and run by the Health Initiative, a community based organization located in Potsdam, NY. All recipes are vegetarian and meet strict NY State and Federal nutrition and cost guidelines. This year Salmon River entered two middle school teams and two high school teams. The "Five Roses" team earned honorable mention in the high school...
The celebration of the Maple Sugar is the first event that takes place after the Midwinter Ceremonies have taken place. It is held in the month of February before the 2nd celebration of the Sap that runs takes place in March. The meaning “Hathisesthata” interprets as “putting the sap in.” The purpose of the Maple Ceremonies are to give thanks to the recurrence of the sap that still runs. The other is to ask for the continuation of the sap runs and that we be blessed by seeing it come year after year. The other trees and bushes that exist o...
Albany – Environmental Advocates of New York has released a new report – Tapped Out: New York’s Clean Water in Peril – which documents sewage overflows and the rampant underreporting of such spills in New York State. The report also documents how underinvestment has lead to a crumbling infrastructure and increased sewage discharges in New York waterways. A review of data published through the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in accordance with the Sewage Pollution Right to Know Act of 2012, shows that between May 2013 and Jun...
Submitted by Chantelle Cook Kyce Kahontanoron Cook took 4th in the New York Wrestling Association for Youth State wrestling championship!! He is in the 43lbs. weight class. One thousand kids from across New York State qualified and registered for the tournament. Kyce was ranked at the absolute bottom starting out as unknown and fought his way to the top 10, then to the top 5 where in his 6th match he took 4th with determination and pride. Kyce is 6 years old from Akwesasne and the son of...
By Bruce Boots...
The Akwesasne Mohawk Police were contacted by U.S. Marshalls on February 19, 2016 who advised police that they had detained Seth Joseph Lazore, age 31, on an extradition warrant sought by Akwesasne Mohawk Police. Mr. Lazore failed to attend court stemming from the 2009 charges of Aggravated Assault and Robbery that occurred in Akwesasne Mohawk Police jurisdiction. Police arrested Mr. Lazore and remanded him in custody to appear in court at a later date. On February 20, 2016, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police responded to a call of a Break and Enter...
Unlawful imprisonment - on March 9, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Department arrested Larry V. Thompson, 61, of Hogansburg. He was charged with second-degree unlawful imprisonment and second-degree harassment. Thompson was arraigned at Bombay Town Court and was released on his own recognizance with orders to reappear April 5 at 3 p.m. Operating a vehicle in violation of restrictions- On March 9, Tribal Police ticketed Destin A. Thomas, 17, of Akwesasne, N.Y. Thomas is to appear in Tribal Court on March 28 at 6 p.m. Inadequate tail lamps- On...
(March 10, 2016) Cornwall, Ontario – On March 2nd, 2016, while on patrol members of the Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) spotted five (5) snowmobiles pulling snow tub sleds loaded with what appeared to be garbage bags. The snowmobiles were seen traveling eastbound on the frozen St. Lawrence River shoreline in the area of Fraser Point, Quebec. Officers observed several individuals moving the bags from the tubs to an awaiting white cube van parked nearby. Once the van was loaded, it departed t...
Row 1 L-R: Raymond Jock, Kory David, Wade Mitchell, John Jacobs, & Harris Angus. Row 2 L-R: Adam Thompson, Derek Comins, Scott Mc Donald, & Joey Phillips. Row 3 L-R: Coach Angus McDonald, John White, Jay Montour, John LaFrance, Matthew Laffin, Jody David & Coach Buddy Bero. Niawen to Vanessa LaVare for sharing this picture with our readers. 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...
Pay Level: HS 08 - $38,828.77 - $40,381.92 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator and the Case Supervisors, the incumbent is responsible for providing supervision on one of three shifts and is responsible for client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year Social Service Worker certification or a related social service discipline with one (1) year documented experience working with adolescents. Valid driver’s license. All interested applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, and c...
SRMT 2016-048, WATERLINE REPLACEMENT, ROUTE 37, ROOSEVELT ROAD, & TRAFFIC CIRCLE ROAD, AKWESASNE, NY. SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED BY SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBE (SRMT), 412 STATE ROUTE 37, AKWESASNE, NEW YORK 13655, UNTIL MARCH 31, 2016, 3:30 P.M. (LOCAL TIME). Complete bid announcement, “Invitation for Quotes,” may be downloaded at www.srmt-nsn.gov. SRMT utilizes “Procore” construction management software for viewing and downloading copies of Bid Documents. Please contact Colleen Thomas, Capital Projects Manager, at (518) 358-4205, to gain acces...
LOCATION: St. Regis Mohawk School STATUS: Full-Time Non Exempt REPORTS TO: Program Manager SALARY: $14.75/HR START DATE: Immediately The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced after school program. Commuting post-secondary students are encouraged to apply. The Mohawk School Education Coordinator will be responsible for the overall daily operations of the designated unit with the primary concern for programs and service delivery. They will plan, develop, and implement programs, as well...
Deadline: March 23, 2016 Job Purpose: As an Executive Assistant it will be your responsibility to provide a wide range of administrative and office support activities for Seven Leaf Med. The Executive Assistant will be a vital member of the team and will work directly with managers to help mold the vision of the company and set a professional tone for all visitors and vendors. Job Location: 603 Island Rd, Akwesasne, ON K6H 5R7 Job Duties: · Managing the day-to-day operations of the office · Organizing and maintaining files and records · As...
Pay Level: CL 09 - $36,704.11 - $38,172.28 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the supervision of the Nation Building Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the administrative and clerical support of the Nation Building Office. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Two (2) year General Business Diploma or Secretarial Studies Diploma Up to two (2) years’ experience performing responsible general administrative work. The Incumbent Must Have: Demonstrated knowledge of office and secretarial skills. Must have good organizational skills, e...
Pay Level: DS 06 - $50,093.83 - $52,097.58 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager and Clinical Coordinator of Ionkwanonhsasetsi Adolescent Treatment Facility, the general purpose of the Case Supervisor/Educational Instructor position is to provide, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate specialized educational programs for the IATC clientele. The incumbent is responsible for providing shift supervision to ensure client monitoring within the prescribed program plan and delivery of educational programming. The Educa...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: March 11th-Sallie Patterson, Esther Jock, Gary VanKennen, Joanne Reyome & Angus Ransom March 13th-Lud Beeson March 14th-Rosemary Bonaparte March 15th-Dorothy Haitz, Alan Beeson, Mary Elizabeth Francis & Barb Smoke March 16th-Gary McKennan Events: March 17th – Shopping-1:00; Caregiver Support Group-10:30; March 18th – Computer Skills-10:00; Tina’s Painting-1:00; March 21st – Wii Bowling-10:30; Bingo-1:00; March 22nd – Massage-8:20; Shopping-1:00; March 23rd – Aquafit-8:20;...
Please note: Dr. Young’s clinic has a 40 patient limit and Janet Brant, NP has an 8 patient limit during her walk in clinics. Fri. March 18th Dr. Levac 9:00-3:30-by referral Sat. March 19th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-walk-in Mon. March 21st Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-walk-in Tues. March 22nd Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Janet Brant, NP 1:00-4:00-walk-in Wed. March 23rd Dr. Young 8:00-11:30-walk-in Janet Brant, NP 1:00-3:30-by appt. 5:00-7:30-walk-in March 24th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-3:30-by appt....
Please note: Walk-in Clinic with Dr. Forson has a fifteen patient limit; Dr. Saylor has a twelve patient limit and Dr. Horn’s twenty five Lab-Wednesdays 8:30-10:00 or the first 20 registered Fri. March 18th Dr. Saylor 9:00-12:00-walk-in 2:00-4:00-by appt. Mon. March 21st Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Dr. Horn 9:00-3:00-walk-in Tues. March 22nd Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Dr. Horn Procedure Day @ Iakhihsohtha 9:00-3:00-by appt. Dr. Saylor 9:00-4:00-by appt. Wed. March 23rd Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-by appt. Dr. Horn Well Women’s Day @ Iak...
Friday, Mar. 18/16 - 12:10 pm - Offered for Michael Smith Sr. - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Saturday, Mar. 19/16 - 4:00 pm - Anticipated Mass, Palm Sunday. Offered for Irene McDonald, Anniversary and Birthday Mass (Mar. 20). Requested by Wayne McDonald. Sunday, Mar 20/16- 10:00 am - Holy Mass Palm Sunday. Offered for Lila Caldwell - 1st Anniversary and Memorial Birthday. From the funeral collection. Tuesday, March 22/16 - No Mass Wednesday, Mar. 23/16 - 12:10 pm - Offered for Michael ‘Mike’ Sunday - Memorial Mass. From the fun...
GRANT WRITING SERVICES PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED BY SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBE (SRMT), 412 STATE ROUTE 37, AKWESASNE, NEW YORK, DUE MARCH 24, 2016, 3:30 P.M. (LOCAL TIME). SRMT is seeking qualified individuals and/or firms to assist the SRMT’s divisions/programs in researching, identifying potential grants and providing grant writing associated with the completion and providing to Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Grants Development Specialist for submission to federal, state, local and private foundations. All proposal documents are obtained by con...
Presented by the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Post-Secondary Assistance Program When: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Where: Kawehnoke Recreation Center When: 5pm-8pm, roast beef dinner begins at 5pm, presentation begins right after Who Should Attend: Students and parents Why: Free roast beef dinner and answers to all your questions concerning AMBE financial assistance for both American and Canadian Post-Secondary institutions. Please call the AMBE office at 613-933-0409 to register. Seating is limited....
