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Submitted by Rick LeVitre, Executive Director, Cornell Cooperative Extension Franklin County Another day beginning with below average temperatures, brushing snow off the car in order to see out, and a very cold seat for the drive into the office this morning. But it's mid-March, the time to consider starting seedlings for the garden, planning the garden layout, inventorying the seed packets and dreaming of warm sun, the sweet scent of newly tilled soil and the green of transplants. Yes, I know...
ALBANY, N.Y. (March 16, 2017) - The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) today announced several enhancements to the state’s Medical Marijuana Program that will improve patient access. These measures include authorizing physician assistants to certify patients and adding chronic pain as a qualifying condition. “Improving patient access to medical marijuana continues to be one of our top priorities, as it has been since the launch of the program,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Howard A. Zucker. “These key enhancements further that go...
Ennisko:wa/March 23, 2017 Tsi Snaihne Recreation Centre 6:00pm 1. CALL TO ORDER A. Council Attendance B. Moment of silence 2. COUNCIL AGENDA ACCEPTANCE 3. RULES OF ORDER 4. FOLLOW UP | Enniska/February 23, 2017 General Meeting Action Items 5. PRESENTATION | Akwesasne Green Team 6. ROUND TABLE UPDATE| Portfolio Chiefs 7. UP DATE | Akwesasne Night in Quebec 8. UP DATE | Sixties Scoop 9. UP DATE | Mohawk Language 10. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR 11. RESOLUTIONS A. General Meeting Minutes dated Enniska/February 23, 2017 12. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. District...
(March 9, 2017) The New York State Department of Civil Service announced hundreds of new student internships available throughout New York State government across a wide array of State agencies – both upstate and downstate – and encouraged students to apply for 2017 summer session internship opportunities prior to the April 20, 2017 application deadline. An estimated 500 student internships are expected to be available for the 2017 summer session. New York State has a one-stop website – nysinternships.cs.ny.gov – that allows applicants to view...
(March 13, 2017) New York State’s high school student smoking rate in 2016 was the lowest on record at 4.3 percent, down from 27.1 percent in 2000. A survey recently released by the New York State Department of Health also found that e-cigarette use by high school students nearly doubled in the last two years from 10.5 percent in 2014 to 20.6 percent in 2016. “These startling numbers demonstrate both the overwhelming success of New York’s anti-smoking programs – which have led to record low teen cigarette use – and the need to close dange...
Picture taken in Cornwall, 1900. Niawen to Dave Tarbell 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 Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Blotter 3-10-17: On March 10, police ticketed John F. Munt, 65, of Canton for inadequate headlight. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on March 27. On March 11, police arrested Kayla A. Clute, 26, of Hogansburg for driving while intoxicated, aggravated driving while intoxicated- and speeding. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on April 11. On March 11, police ticketed Brenna L. Castagnier, 22, of Massena for speeding. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on March 27. On March 11, police ticketed...
A message from a North Country Honor Flight volunteer… Simply put, North Country Honor Flight would not exist without the support of our loyal volunteers. We love to hear people say they’ve never seen the type of devoted volunteers we have. And it’s you who know, better than most, the countless hours of planning, scheduling and coordinating that go into getting every flight off the ground...and even more importantly, the sense of satisfaction and pride that come from showing our gratitude to our senior-most war veterans. On Tuesday, March...
Part time – 20 hours a week $11.00 per hour Responsibilities: Provide customer service for patrons, assist the public with library services, assist with computer support services, other duties and projects as assigned. Must be able to work afternoons until closing – Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED • Experience working with the visiting public • Knowledge of current literature genre for adults • Good communication and customer service skills • Able to work both independently and as part of a team • G...
Salary Range: $47,079.20 - $48,962.37 Position Summary: The Supervisor for the Akwesasne Non-Insured Health Benefits is responsible for all patients’ information and registration pertaining to the Non-Insured Benefits. Performs a wide range of administrative activities, coordinates and directs all services, personnel to ensure efficient program delivery, uses independent judgment within the framework of the established policies and objectives in decisions affecting program activities, makes recommendations and assists in the formulation of t...
Salary Level: $19.6241 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES; Under the supervision of the TIYC Camp Coordinator(s), with indirect Supervision by the Program Manager for Environment, the incumbent is responsible for performing and assisting in the general duties pertaining to janitorial, custodial cleaning and the daily operation, maintenance and upkeep of assigned assets and facilities maintained by the Department of Tehotiiennawakon Environment Program in conjunction with the Youth Camp standards under the care and control of the MCA. QUALIFICATIONS;...
Salary Range: $33,960.62 - $35,319.05 Position Summary: Under the supervision of the FSS and the day-to-day supervision of the Cook, the incumbent is responsible to assist the Cook with meal preparations and meal service for residents and community meals services. The incumbent maintains a high standard of quality in the preparation of meals, sanitation and hospitality services. The Kitchen Aide is a Team Player and promotes the program and the services of the Dietary Department. Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent • Two (2)...
Salary Level: SP08 $45,118.09-$46,922.81 POSITION SUMMARY: Working under the direction of the HR Manager the incumbent will be responsible for mainstreaming the activities involved with developing and updating policies and procedural manuals for Human Resources and the Organization. To ensure that materials created are drafted in compliance with applicable industry standards, best practices and regulatory requirements. The Policy Writer will be tasked with reviewing current materials to ensure they remain compliant and up to date, and to...
Salary Range: $47,079.20 - $48,962.96 Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for supervision of unit staff, for the administration of the operations of the unit and also the development and delivery of various program services. Qualifications: • University Degree in Social Work or related field. • Experience working in a community support/development capacity. • Extensive knowledge of community development and of the range of methods and techniques that are employed in primary preve...
There will be a Chicken BBQ Benefit on Friday, March 31st at the Brass Horse Grille from 11am until all is sold. Dinners are $10 and include: Chicken, linguine, potatoes, beans, dessert and a drink. To order please call: Corleen & Tracy 315-705-7328, Kuyra 613-361-1790 or Deanne 315-514-4224 or 613-551-4100. This is a benefit for Corleen Jackson’s medical expenses....
Salary Range: Under review Position Summary: Under the supervision of the DTS Director, the Wastewater Manager is responsible for the managing the water/wastewater program and all assigned assets identified within the program in order to supply Akwesasne with safe potable drinking water and environmentally safe wastewater effluent. Qualifications: • Post -Secondary Education in Maintenance Management, or related Engineering or Technical Field; • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in Administration and Management of skilled workforce; • Certifi...
Deadline: March 31, 2017 Job Purpose: Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment for all CAA offices and public areas. Job Duties: • Clean offices and other areas, vacuum rugs, sweeping and mopping of floors, low dusting of office furniture, clean windows, window ledges, and chair mats. Check and clean light lens for insects. • High dusting of cabinets, bookcases, door, window frames, and other fixtures. Wipe down walls throughout the building. • Clean all bathrooms...
There will be a Trivia Night with Reen Cook on Friday, March 31st at 7pm at the Brass Horse Grille. A Mohawk Auction and Trivia Registration will begin at 6pm. Cost per trivia team is: $80/team of 4 if paid and registered by March 30th. $100/team of 4 on the night of the trivia event, March 31st. Upon payment, pick a stick for bonus points of up to 300 points. To pre-register please contact Deanne Jackson at 315-514-4224 or 613-551-4100. This is a benefit for Corleen Jackson’s medical expenses....
In recognition of international Epilepsy Awareness Day (3/26/17) the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group will be having their annual Purple Day Bake Sale on THURSDAY, MARCH 30th from 11am - 2pm in the St Regis Tribal Lobby We will have all kinds of PURPLE baked goods included sugar-free and gluten-free items and information to raise Epilepsy Awareness. Stop in to lend your support and wear your PURPLE for a free entry to win an awesome door prize! For more information or to donate please call 518-358-2341 and leave a message....
The MCA Department of Tehotiiennawakon will be holding a Focus Meeting on the following dates: Thursday, April 6th at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena at 6pm There will be presentations and discussions on a number of forthcoming initiatives. Please join us for a meal at 5pm with discussions to follow. If you have any questions please call 613-575-2250 ext. 1053....
The Akwesasne Kahwatsi:re Genealogy & Historical Society is hosting a commemorative feast to honour the Akwesasronon who went to Residential Schools. A Citation Plaque will be presented to show our support and appreciation for their perseverance during that time. As the residential school era was a historical event that our people were part of, we felt an honouring should take place. This is not to bring back the old memories or wounds that they endured, but a dinner and words of appreciation for them and token gifts. We hope to see you there....
Hosted by Redrum Akwesasne Mohawk First Nation Chapter. Proceeds go to the Sewakwahto, a non-profit sobriety program in Akwesasne. Saturday, March 25, 2017 11:00am until all is sold Location: Tahy’s Fine Art & Designs 155 State Route 37, Akwesasne Phone: 518-358-7249 Menu: pulled pork, baked beans, salad, dessert & water Cost: $10.00 US or $13.50 CDN...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Dept. of Health is notifying the community that effective immediately, Dr. Brian Young will no longer be serving MCA and the Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic. Any scheduled walk-in clinics for Dr. Young are now cancelled. MCA thanks Dr. Young for his many years of service to the Akwesasne community and wishes him well. Information regarding the clinic schedule and a replacement for Dr. Young’s clinic hours will be announced as soon as it is available. Thank you for your understanding, and please visit www...
Letters of Administration on the Estate of David L. Swamp, late of Akwesasne, NY have been requested by John Swamp. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by March 30, 2017. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....
Please note: Janet Brant’s (NP) walk-in clinic has an 8 patient limit. Fri. March 24th Dr. Levac 9:00-3:30-by appt. Janet Brant, NP 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-walk-in Mon. March 27th Janet Brant-off Tues. March 28th Wed. March 29th Janet Brant-off Thurs. March 30th Janet Brant-off Women’s Health Matters Kawehnoke Medical Clinic is now offering an evening Women’s Care Clinic every third Wednesday of the month. For an appointment call 613.932.5808 ext. 1111....
