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TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE – The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's Justice Department and Chief Electoral Officer are proud to announce that the Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera/Couples Property Law referendum voting concluded on March 31, 2015 and received the required number of votes in order for the results to be recognized by Canada. A total of 2,096 eligible referendum voters participated in total, over double the number of votes of any other referendum or election in MCA's history, and above the requir...
The Akwesasne Area Management Board (AAMB) in partnership with the Community Futures Development Corporation and the Social Development Council of Cornwall (SDC) and Area's Employability Network are excited to announce a collaborative effort of the 2015 Akwesasne Career Fair. The 2015 Career Fair will be held at the A'nowara'kowa Arena on Cornwall Island (Kawehnoke) on Friday April 17th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Their goal is to allow local students, as well as community members from Cornwall...
Submitted by Mae Green The busy weekend started on Saturday, March 28th, doors opened at 1 pm, with the Annual Pie Bingo and Adult Hat/Bonnet Contest. We had close to 100 bingo players, unfortunately not everyone was able to win a pie, for those who didn't win they were able to purchase a pie, the pies sold out quickly. We had two special game winners who took home pies, fruit basket and $50.00 grocery card and our Jackpot winner took home pies, fruit basket and a $100.00 grocery card. During in...
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On Sunday, March 29, the Safe Zone and the Akwesasne Family Wellness Program (AFWP) celebrated International Transgender Day of Visibility with speakers, food and giveaways. The event began with the Ohenton Karihwatehkwen recited by Bear Fox. Abe Francis and Olivia Cook were the emcees for the event. Everyone who attended received a goody bag with keynote speaker Katie Rain Hill's book and a CD of Bear Fox's song written for the event. MCA District Chief Brian David was the first to speak. He sa...
CORNWALL- Cynthia Ann Cree Cook, 60, of 1180 River Road, Snye, QC, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2015, surrounded by her family, at the Cornwall Community Hospital, where she had been admitted Wednesday. She had been a resident at Iakhihsohtha for the past two years. Cynthia was born November 9, 1954, in Cornwall, daughter of the late Paul and Cecelia Sunday Cree. She attended Salmon River School. She married John Michael Oakes, Jr., in 1972. He predeceased her on May 25, 1979. Later she was...
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The Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group would like to send out a big Thank You to everyone who supported Purple Day-Epilepsy Awareness Day Around the World on March 26th by wearing their purple! Each day we’re hoping someone new becomes aware of this condition and how important raising awareness is. We’d also like to thank everyone who stopped in at our bake sale to purchase some baked goods, buy a raffle ticket or to lend support in any way. We’d like to thank the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe for the use of the lobby. The members from the suppo...
The family of James “Sonny” Edwards would like to express our deepest gratitude to the Ahkwesahsne Community for their outpouring of condolence and support. Niawenko:wa to all who donated food and/or monetary donations. Our family is so humbled and appreciative to the entire staff of the Department of Social Services and other support groups for the final meal held at the Kateri Hall. Niawen for all your efforts. We are thankful to Swamps Performance staff, Samantha and Courtney’s Daycare and Mohawk Nation office and many others for your gener...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's Executive Services, Council and Communications Unit is proud to announce that a new logo has been formally adopted by MCA. This logo will be used across the MCA organization and replaces any previous logo versions such as the corner-Wolf Belt logo and the black and white partridge logo. There were several reasons why a new logo was needed. No logo had ever been officially adopted by Mohawk Council Resolution (MCR) and therefore various versions had been used...
Name: Aronhiarirhon Allen Krigbaum Born: March 25th Weight: 7lbs. 9oz. Length: 19.5 inches Parents: Cailey King from Akwesasne and Jeremiah Krigbaum of Onondaga Siblings: Sebastian Krigbaum Maternal Grandparents: Shelly and George King Paternal Grandparents: Daryl and Raquel Krigbaum and Dawn Doctor of Onondaga Maternal Great-Grandparents: Grace Barnes and Angeline King of Akwesasne Paternal Great-Grandparents: Shirley Lyons from Onondaga...
Paul Hetzler, Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County Based on recent excavations in northern NY State, archeologists have reached a stunning conclusion. Apparently, beneath layers of snow and ice there may still be “soil” in our region. It’s been so long since the presence of soil was confirmed, many people had begun to doubt its continued existence. With the issue of object impermanence resolved, gardeners can get ready to start seeds indoors. If you’re new at this, the materials list can be perplexing. You’ll need to scrounge...
Dr. Daniel Hovsepian, DMD started working at the Akwesasne Dental Clinic in Kanonhkwatsheri:io part time in 2007. He is now excited to say that he recently purchased the practice. Hovsepian has been here 8 years, and plans on staying a long time. There have been complaints of the lack of a regular dentist and consistent provider at the clinic. "Patients couldn't build a relationship with their dentist, and you really need to do that. It's nerve racking seeing a different person every time they c...
Submitted by Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group Akwesasne-On March 26th annually, people from around the globe wear purple to promote awareness about epilepsy. This year the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group got together and had a huge bake sale and also sold their raffle tickets for a grand prize to be drawn on April 8th. The bake sale was a great success and they sold out! They also had information and pamphlets to hand out to people. The group were joined by employees from both the clinic and...
Students at the Salmon River Middle School have been participating in the Student of the Month Program. The program is based on the featured character trait from the book of the month. The books of the month are chosen based on content that addresses human feelings and encourages the human universal values of empathy and caring. The character trait identified for February was generosity. Olivia Cook from the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Prevention Program awarded...
The Native North American Travelling College is seeking submissions for our next exhibit featuring all forms of artwork related to wampum. Artworks can include paintings, sculpture, crafts and replica wampum belts. This spring exhibit will demonstrate the importance of wampum to the Haudenosaunee. NNATC will be taking submissions until April 3, 2015. For more information info@nnatc or 613.932.9452....
The ice comes out this week and in two weeks lacrosse players are going to be taking over the Anowarako:wa Arena. But for one last night, the children of Akwesasne had the rink. A Rock and Skate was held last Friday, March 28, and over 60 kids took to the ice to music provided by DJ Artist & DJ Rod. The rink was divided into two for experienced skaters and beginners with many pushing around others on chairs just because it was fun....
Colton, New York – March 12, 2015 – With a grant from the New York State Department of State under Title 11 of the Environmental Protection Fund, the Town of Colton is advancing development of a comprehensive marketing plan for the communities along the 174 mile-long Raquette River Blueway Trail. “This is an exciting opportunity from our region and we encourage all communities along the Raquette River to participate,” says Fred Hanss, Raquette River Blueway Trail Project Coordinator, “It’s strategies will focus on developing approaches...
Young boys in the community got a chance to spend some time with buds, gets some helpful hints about careers, and learn some culture, arts and crafts. The Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment held the Boys Day Out event at the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club on Rooseveltown Road last Saturday. The event was divided up into different areas, with different organizations lending a hand, and the topics ranged from career interests, bullying, self-awareness, culture and addictions. Jordan...
By Connie Gerow, 4-H Tribal Mentoring Site Coordinator In its third year, the 4-H Mighty Shamrocks You Got Talent Show is designed as a "show-case" event to encourage youth to express their hidden talent. In an effort to promote an evening of family fun, the 4-H Youth welcomes the surrounding communities to this "Family Night Outing" as an opportunity to enjoy the local talent. Due to upcoming Salmon River Central Capital project, the date for the You Got Talent show was moved from its typical...
On Saturday, March 28, Iakhihsohtha hosted their first ever Community Scrabble. "Saturday is a big visiting day," said Activities Coordinator Jamie Ross. "It's something different, it doesn't cost any money and it's real casual. It's something fun to do and to just hang out." At the Winter Carnival Scrabble Tournament, Jamie took down addresses of contestants and sent them postcards inviting them to this event. "If there is interest we can do this regularly, like a certain Saturday once a...
By Jennifer Herne, LVT Spring has arrived and your pet is probably just as excited as you are. Though spring brings us fresh air, sunshine and cool breezes, it can also bring hazards to your pets. Make sure your pet has their monthly preventative applied for fleas, ticks and heartworm preventative and are up to date on their vaccinations. Keep all medical records handy and keep track of when you have applied monthly heartworm preventative and flea and tick medications. Remember heartworm...
Continued from last week Now I have completed the task you have assigned to me. Don’t forget the things I have told you. The eldest female in each clan is responsible for carrying out her responsibilities. She also must make sure that her children learn all the procedures. I will start with the clans who have come from the other side of the river.” He started with the Deer clan and told them that they must never forget their clan lines. The women would be the primary leaders since they are the ones that bring forth new life. He instructed the...
Supplies to make Maple Syrup - Part 2...
The Let's Get Healthy Program recently held a "Diabetes Alert Day" on Tuesday, March 24, 2015. In just a matter of minutes, you could have your blood sugar levels, blood pressure and oxygen levels checked and take home a health conscience gift. Besides checking your vitals, organizers held a variety of activities created to help participants become familiar with the warning signs of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) and low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and Type 2 Diabetes. The Lets Get Healthy...
