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AKWESASNE - The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is pleased to continue sharing updates on the ongoing implementation of its 10-Year Strategic Plan, "Working Together Today to Build a Better Tomorrow." Today, we share a photo from the Office of Economic Development's (OED) Implementation Session held on Friday, May 31st. The session identified OED's immediate, 3, 5 and 10-year goals that contribute towards the Tribe's Core Strategic Directions; as well as looked at the department's priorities. To learn...
Reprinted with permission Indian Country Media Today March 31, 2017. United States Senator for North Dakota Heidi Heitkamp has teamed up with Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Al Franken (D-MN), to unveil their effort to create legislation to fund trauma-informed health care across the country. The bill is titled the Trauma-Informed Care for Children and Families Act. While the senators will assist to bring their efforts nationwide, Senator Heitkamp says she will be focused on how trauma impacts Native children and communities. In a telephone...
Vision Maker Media continues its 40th anniversary celebration with four films streaming in April as part of its collection of 40 films available for free streaming through Aug. 7, 2017. Each week a different film will be available: visionmakermedia.org and americanarchive.org. Titles for April: April 4 .................... The Creek Runs Red April 11 .................. In the Light of Reverence April 18 .................. Standing Silent Nation April 25 .................. The Great American Footrace THE CREEK RUNS RED The Creek Runs Red...
By Bruce Johansen One of President Donald J. Trump’s first interior decorating decisions in the Oval Office was installation of a large portrait of Andrew Jackson, who served between 1829 and 1837 as the United States’ seventh president. The portrait became a familiar fixture as President Trump showed off his executive orders for the cameras. A no-nonsense former Army general, Jackson led an insurgency by frontier farmers, miners, and traders (the “forgotten men” of the 1820s) against the East Coast elite, led by former President John Quincy...
Over 875 years ago Skennenrahowi, the Peacemaker, brought his instructions to the warring Iroquois in an effort to persuade our ancestors to abandon violence and revenge as a response to disputes. He codified his message in an oral constitution by which a great abiding peace might be achieved. He also introduced rituals to initiate healing and to remove those emotions, which cloud rational thinking. But Skennenrahowi was not passive in the face of adversity. He did not become prone when confronted by threats. He did not retreat when his...
Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Time: 6:00 to 8:00pm Where: The Nature Center’s temporary location in the St. Lawrence Centre Mall, on Rt. 37 in Massena Paul Hetzler, Horticulture and Natural Resources Educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension will present a free, informative talk about the pest that has been “ticking” us all off lately!! Mr. Hetzler has all the facts about ticks, suggestions for avoiding or repelling them, and recommendations for removal and treatment. Free! All ages. Sponsored by NYPA....
Date: Saturday, April 15, 2017 Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm Where: The Nature Center, 19 Robinson Bay Rd., Robert Moses State Park, Massena Free! Kids ages 6 – 12. Do you know what the official New York State amphibian is? Did you know that some frogs can freeze solid and still live? Join us and experience first-hand the amazing plants and animals that are the first to wake up every year after the long winter ends!! Wear rain boots and dress for the weather! Sponsored by NYPA....
Submitted by Lynda Brown Students, parents, community and staff members enjoyed the Social held at Tsi Snaihne School in celebration of National Aboriginal Language Day on March 31st, 2017. Students were proud to wear their traditional wear and an informal fashion show was held. Nia:wen to the Ronathahonni Singers Orahkwinon, Donovan, Sate, and Raienkonnis....
By Arisawe The following article is an update to last week's notice of the sing. Note the correction for the date. Every year, in the Spring and in the Fall, the Six Nations Sing is held in one of the Six Nations territories. It's a time for all the Singing Societies throughout the confederacy to gather, to share with one another how each has assisted within their own communities, to share New Women's Dance verses and to end the night with a social dance. It's also a time for people, from the yo...
Standing L-R: Willie Jacobs, Ryan Seymour, Arnold Jock, and Curtis White. Kneeling L-R: Tehkon Lazore, Chris Thompson, Sako Swamp and Louis Cook. 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....
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, March 24-30: On March 25, police charged a Massena man with numerous offenses after allegedly fleeing police at high speeds while intoxicated and crashing, according to tribal police. Johnny D. Square, 22, is charged with two counts of speeding for allegedly going as fast as 98 mph in a 35 mph zone, fail to comply with police, operating a motor vehicle out of class, failure to signal, driving left of pavement markings, unsafely moving from lane, unlawful possession of marijuana and misdemeanors including...
All About Beans-5 week session. Beginning on Wednesday, April 12th from 10AM-1PM at Kanonhkwatsheri:io Health Facility. All About Beans-5 week session. Beginning on Friday, April 21st from 11AM-1:30PM at Tri-District Elders Center. Join us & Benefit from: • Trying new foods and recipes • Improving skills in making healthy, tasty & affordable meals • Getting the most nutrition value for your food dollar • Having fun • Meeting new people & working as a team Limited space! Reserve your place by booking online at https://studiob...
ACFS is sponsoring a coupon class! Chelsea Oakes will be teaching her beginner coupon class where you will learn how to reduce your grocery budget, use coupons the right way and become a pro at saving money! Coupon class will cover: • Where to find great coupons and how to use them • Organizing your coupons the easy way • What stores save you more • Secrets to couponing the right way Class will be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center from 5-7PM. Dinner and child care available. Call Jhazmayn Jacobs at (613) 5...
DO NOT pour greases, fats and oils down the drain DO NOT attach a garbage disposal to your sink for the purpose of disposing of meat bones, coffee grounds or other foods that are difficult to biodegrade DO NOT dispose of paints or household chemicals in the drain and use disinfectants in small amounts DO NOT dispose of any automobile fluids down any drain DO NOT kill the beneficial bacteria in your septic system by rinsing pesticides, herbicides or any other toxins down the drain DO NOT dispose of any non-degradable items in your toilet DO NOT...
Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous floodwater. The next highest percentage of flood-related deaths is due to walking into or near floodwaters. People underestimate the force and power of water. Many of the deaths occur in automobiles as they are swept downstream. Of these drownings, many are preventable, but too many people continue to drive...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE) is currently accepting applications for the following positions. Information regarding the following positions can be found at: http://www.srk12.org/employment/ * Elementary Teacher * Art Teacher * Biology Teacher * Earth Science Teacher * Math Teacher * Library Media Specialist * School Psychologist * Speech Teacher/Pathologist * (2) Music Teachers * (2) Physical Education Teachers * (2) English Teachers * (5) Special Education Teachers Salmon River Central School is a multi-cultural community and...
The CHASE Committee is hosting a Family Craft Night with an Easter Theme on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the St. Regis Recreation Center from 4PM-7PM. Dinner will be provided. All children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please call Wanda or Jhazmayn at (613) 575-2341 ext. 3139....
The Office of Vital Statistics representative will be at Iohahi:io in Tsi Snaihne on Thursday, April 13. An OVS representative will also be located at the Administration Building 1 in Kanata:kon, on Thursday, April 20. They will be there between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to accommodate community members who are unable to visit the office at Cornwall Island Administration Building 3. To help us serve you better, please call 613-575-2250 ext. 1013 for an appointment and further information....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is inviting community members who may have been affected by the Sixties Scoop to attend an information session on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, from 1PM until 4PM at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is hosting this session and includes a presentation from Jessica Braude of Wilson Christen law firm. The Ontario Sixties Scoop Claim is about an agreement between Canada and Ontario that resulted in a lost generation of Indian children. The children were “lost” because they lost their cul...
On Monday, April 10th and Monday, April 24th Janet Brant, NP is offering prescription refill walk-in clinics from 1-3:30pm with a 10 patient limit. Sign in starts at 12:30pm. **Please bring your medication and updated medication list from your pharmacy with you....
The DEADLINE to order a Green Food Box for the month of APRIL is Friday, April 7, 2017 by 3:00 pm. All you need to do is stop in at the Community Health Office at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io and pay $10 and place your order. It’s that simple! Please contact Carlee Oakes at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 with any questions....
APRIL 8th & 9th PIE BINGO Saturday, April 8th @ 2:00p.m. Doors open at 1:00p.m. Adult Bonnet Contest during intermission Bingo Cards $8.00 for double, $5.00 for single FAMILY TRIVIA Saturday, April 8th @ 6:00p.m. Teams of 4 - $20.00 per team Registration starts at 5:00p.m. Refreshments will be served! EGG HUNT Sunday, April 9th @ 2:00p.m. Bonnet Contest @ 1:30p.m. Doors open at 12:30p.m. Come and join the fun! Hope to see you all!...
Letters of Administration on the Estate of Reginald E. White, late of Akwesasne, NY have been requested by Desiree White. 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 St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by April 14, 2017. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....
Hen Katon I:iah? Yes or No? – a discussion on what IS and ISN’T appropriate to share freely with the general public in a publication, and Mohawk Auction of Vintage Baskets on Wednesday, April 12th from Noon to 4:00 pm at the Akwesasne Cultural Center. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Talena Atfield, (Mohawk from Six Nations). All community members are welcome for the lunch, lecture, and/or auction. ATTENTION BASKETMAKERS: Please stop by the Akwesasne Cultural Center on Wednesday, April 12 to take a look at the VINTAGE BASKETS that will be...
The Kawehno:ke District Meeting will be held on Monday, April 10, 2017 at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre. 6PM start time. The Tsi Snaihne District Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Centre. 6PM start time. The Kana:takon District Meeting will be held on Monday, April 24, 2017 at the St. Regis Recreation Centre. 6PM start time. The MCA General Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre. 6PM start time. Council looks forward to your attendance at the...