A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The Salmon River Drama Club's annual musical production premiered over the weekend with their version of The Lion King JR, all of which had been months in the making with set designs, costumes and more, all with the help of the school's art class and students from other music classes and others. They presented their show on Friday, March 16th and on Saturday, March 17th in the Salmon River Central Auditorium. "This was all a collaborative effort from everyone," said Dave Bish, "I picked this...
(MASSENA, NY) The United States Coast Guard's activities on the St. Lawrence River sometimes seem to be a well-kept secret. The Coast Guard's Ninth District operates a small boat station in Alexandria Bay and a Marine Safety Detachment in Massena. Both units are assisted by volunteers from the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Auxiliarists, all of whom have passed homeland security screening and completed FEMA emergency response courses, are highly trained volunteers, who, based on their inte...
MASSENA -- The Massena Central School board are looking at bringing back a program that puts an on-duty police officer in school. The discussion comes in the wake of a shooting in Parkland, Fla. that left 14 students and three staff members dead. At the March 15 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Pat Brady said they are in “preliminary” talks with the Massena Police Department on them providing what is being called a “school resource officer.” “We’re really at the preliminary stage of this. We had a conversation, a meeting with Chief...
Submitted by Katsitsionni Fox Salmon River has begun organic indoor gardening at all three buildings. Title VI (formerly Title VII) purchased a system from 2445 Organics for the SRC Campus last year and recently purchased one for the St. Regis Mohawk School. We also have three other growing systems in the Middle School that were purchased with other funding that are managed by Mrs. Hutchins in a 12-1-1 room and by Mrs. Oakes in the Middle School Library. So far this year the Mohawk Club, grade...
The community notes the passing of Todd David Wilson, age 42, on March 17, 2018. The son of the late Sharon M. Wilson.... Full story
Scott Abraham Thomas sadly passed away on March 20, 2018; age 61 years. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of LAHAIE & SULLIVAN CORNWALL FUNERAL HOMES, West Branch, 20 Seventh Street West (613-932-8482). Visitation will be held at the Homemakers Centre in Snye from 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 24, 2018 until time of Service on Monday. Funeral Monday, March 26, 2018 for Mass of Christian Burial in St. Regis Catholic Church at 1:30 p.m. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca... Full story
David Michael Thomas sadly passed away on March 19, 2018; age 54 years. Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of LAHAIE & SULLIVAN CORNWALL FUNERAL HOMES, West Branch, 20 Seventh Street West (613-932-8482). Visitation will be held at the Homemakers Centre in Snye from 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 24, 2018 until time of Service on Monday. Funeral Monday, March 26, 2018 for Mass of Christian Burial in St. Regis Catholic Church at 1:30 p.m. Messages of condolences may be left at www.lahaiesullivan.ca.... Full story
At the Snye Homemakers a group of young children gathered to participate in a colorful and engaging challenge with an array of fruits and vegetables. Each child was tasked with creating an original piece of art with different and delicious foods. With laughter and children proud of their artwork, it marks a perfect end to Food Nutrition Month. Throughout March, the MCA Community Health Center held several events at schools, the Snye Homemakers, and the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center - all of...
The Akwesasne Aces would like to say congratulations to Wendell Benedict, winner of the first progressive jackpot of the "Chase the Akwesasne Aces" Fundraiser. Wendell won $7,455 CAN., $3,429 U.S. plus the 20% of weekly from week #14 - $905 of mixed currency. A grand total of $11,789. The team will continue their fundraiser, "Chase the Akwesasne Aces," and will begin the progressive jackpot at $3,000. Jokers will be $100 U.S. each. A second name will also be drawn for a gift certificate from a...
Dear family, friends, and community members, Your support over these past few weeks has been incredible. The amount of outreach and fundraising support for Chris gave him a tremendous amount of strength and helped him have the courage he needed to fight till the end. We cannot thank you enough. We would like to thank especially those of you that surrounded Chris and his family during his last days and after his passing. The support from each of you meant more than you know. The funds raised helped pay for some of his medical expenses and the...
Pictured is Jayla Keysis, a grade 6 student at Tsi Snaihne School, with a Dragon Fruit that was provided by the MCA Community Health Program for Nutrition Month, which is March. Students were given the opportunity to taste/sample unfamiliar vegetables and fruits for the month. Nia:wen to the MCA Community Health Program for sponsoring programs that support our students' education and health....
The family of Sharon Cook would like to say niawen:kowa to all the family and friends who donated money, food, flowers and who helped out around the house, and also for the shoulder to cry on. She will be sadly missed by all, she spread her love to everyone. A special niawen to Maxine for all your help guiding us through. A job well done with Donaldson Funeral Home. Niawen:kowa, David, Kevin, Arvella, Hungie, Farmer and Punchy...
The Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank the Community Fund for providing funding for the purchase of an industrial washer and dryer to clean turn out gear. This is vital equipment that is now part of our health and safety regulations and codes. It is prevention to cancer causing residue left behind on the ‘turn out gear’ worn when our firefighters go into structure fires, wildland fires and vehicle fires. We continue to strive to the best of our ability to protect our firefighters and everyone goes home saf...
The community came together for a great cause on Friday March 16th, at the American Legion Post 1479. The Caring Hearts of Akwesasne organized the event to help and assist those affected by the recent flooding in the Hogansburg area. The event began with a benefit luncheon that began at 11:00am with all 200 dinners sold out in 45 minutes. Jonathan Lazore, Caring Hearts Volunteer, stated "We were able to sell 200 chicken dinners in 45 minutes. That's why I think we have the best community when...
Harvey Arquette was hauling 51 thousand liters of fuel to the farthest regions in North when he came upon the Arctic Winter Games. About the same time, athletes descended on North West Territory's South Slave region for the 2018 Arctic Winter Games. Athletes from the circumpolar world arrive on the Northwest Territories communities of Hay River and Fort Smith, where a dream nearly 15 years in the making culminated with the opening of the 2018 Arctic Winter Games. About 1,900 athletes from...
Fri. March 23rd Dr. Saylor, AMC 9:00-11:30-walk-in 2:00-4:00-by appt. Dr. Horn, AMC 9:00-11:30-by appt. Mon. March 26th Dr. Horn, AMC 9:15-11:30-same day appt. Tues. March 27th No provider Wed. March 28th Dr. Letourneau, AMC 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-by appt. Thurs. March 29th Dr. Horn @ Iakhihsohtha 9:00-11:30-by appt....
Fri. March 23rd Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-same day appt. Mon. March 26th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-same day appt. 1:00-3:30-by appt. Tues. March 27th Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-same day appt. Wed. March 28th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-same day appt. 1:00-3:30-by appt. Dr. Torres 9:00-3:00-by appt. Thurs. March 29th Janet Brant, NP 8:30-3:30-by appt....
Fri. March 23rd Lannie Mitchell, NP 8:30-11:00-by appt. Mon. March 26th Lannie Mitchell, NP 9:00-12:00-by appt. 1:00-3:00-same day appt. Tues. March 27th No provider Wed. March 28th Lannie Mitchell, NP 8:00-10:30-same day appt. 11:00-3:00-by appt. Thurs. March 29th Lannie Mitchell, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-2:30-same day appt....
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Spring is in the air and Ontario maple syrup producers are busy making plans for the 4th annual Maple Weekend, taking place April 7 and 8, 2018. Hosted by the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association (OMSPA), Maple Weekend is a two-day, free, family-friendly event celebrating the advent of spring and maple syrup production in Ontario. In 2018, Maple Weekend will take place in 10 districts across Ontario, where maple syrup producers will welcome visitors to their sugarbushes April 7 and 8, offering specials and activities in honour of the o...
The Ahkwesahsne Homemakers would like to share their contact information. Anyone wishing to reserve the facility must contact: Stephanie Lazore-Cole: 315-600-7756 Ahkwesahsne Homemakers: 613-575-1464 or email: [email protected]...
Reprinted from Wampum Belts of the Iroquois by Tehanetorens It is provided thus: A bunch of wampum strings is to be the symbol of the Council Fire of the League of Six Nations. The chief whom the Council of Firekeepers (Onondaga) shall appoint to speak for them in opening the Council shall hold the strings of shells in his hands when speaking. When he finishes speaking, he shall place the strings on an elevated place or pole so that all the assembled Chiefs and the people may see it and know...
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Submitted by Deanna Lauzon On Thursday, March 15th, the Beginning with Books program welcomed the Head Start students from Teacher Erin's classroom to listen to Kim Russell's reading of a short story followed by an activity and snack. Later on, these same students were invited to Mrs. Jordan's classroom for a play date. This visit gave the students a first hand look at the St. Regis Mohawk School. Our pre-kindergarten students were excited to make some new friends and see some of their old...
Submitted by Deanna Lauzon The St. Regis Mohawk School Citizens of the Quarter were rewarded with breakfast with the principals on March 15, 2018. The students enjoyed eating breakfast with Mr. Walbridge, our Principal, and Mrs. Benedict, our Assistant Principal. These students will be going swimming at Salmon River soon to celebrate their excellent citizenship and hard work while at school....
