A Voice from the Eastern Door
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It's been three years since Helen left us. As the saying goes, their memory will always live on. And the memory of Helen with her impromptu delicious lunches, the cramps in your side laughs, and her dedication to Indian Time will be with us always. But most of all, her memory will live on through the strength she taught us to keep focused and stay true to our goals. As we struggled with her passing, we then struggled to cope with the challenges of the pandemic and all that entailed; including...
The 50th anniversary edition of the Raisin Region Conservation Authority's (RRCA) Raisin River Canoe Race on Saturday, April 15 saw the largest turnout on record, with 485 paddlers of all ages in 290 boats participating in the immensely popular springtime event. "We're just blown away by the sheer number of paddlers from near and far who participated in today's historic race," says RRCA Board of Directors Chair, Martin Lang. "We also had the special privilege of being joined at the start line...
By Isaac White. On Saturday, April 15th, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Caucus took place in preparation for the upcoming elections in June. The event was held at the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Administration building at 10:00 a.m. Despite numerous empty chairs due to low attendance, the caucus proceeded to nominate candidates for the various elected positions available in this election cycle. The Election Board began with introductions and explanations of the relevant procedures and...
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) Ratitsénhaienhs wish to express their dismay with the recent announcement by Pope Francis repudiating the Doctrine of Discovery (“the Doctrine”). Primarily, the announcement falls short of true and meaningful reconciliation that colonial governments purport to be making with Indigenous Peoples. Rather than take substantive action by formally rescinding the papal bulls (declarations) that found the doctrine of discovery, the Vatican chose instead to only take symbolic action by merely issuing a gener...
By Joseph Lee. Indigenous peoples have long argued that they have done little to contribute to climate change, but are most affected and expected to make steep sacrifices to fix it. Funding for green energy projects continues to skyrocket despite clear and growing threats to Indigenous peoples' lands and rights, Indigenous leaders persistently express concern over global conservation programs that remove communities from their traditional territories, while record numbers of environmental,...
Tracey Kawisáronnión Noel Thompson, Snipe Clan, born January 2, 1972, unexpectedly passed into the spirit world the morning of April 14, 2023, met by her beloved Mother Gloria Thompson and her father Frank A. Thompson. Tracey is survived by her dear brother Fred M. Thompson and dear sister Angela C. Thompson, chosen son Skylar A. Thomas and chosen daughter Erica K. Francis, God children Haylee & Kaylee Jacco and Clint Francis. Her God mother Debbie Caldwell and many aunts, uncles & cousins. T...
Team USA has emerged victorious in the greatest women's international ice hockey rivalry, at least for now, after a decisive 6-3 win over Canada at the IIHF World Women's Ice Hockey Championship. Abby Roque, who hails from the Wanahpitae First Nation and is of Ojibway descent, played a pivotal role in securing the victory and clinching her first gold medal with the national U.S. team. This marks the 10th gold medal for the Americans in the national championship and the first time in four years...
By Miles Morrisseau. ICT. Four Indigenous players have a chance to hoist the coveted Stanley Cup this year. Zach Whitecloud, Dakota Sioux, of the Vegas Golden Knights, and Brandon Montour, Mohawk, of the Florida Panthers, will join Métis players Connor Dewar and Calen Addison with the Minnesota Wild in the National Hockey League playoffs beginning Monday, April 17. The Knights are the odds-on favorite among the clubs as they finished atop the Western Conference. Minnesota finished sixth in the...
Trustees with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) met on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Some of the items discussed in the public session are as follows. The Impact of Sleep and School Start Times on Student Wellness UCDSB Chief Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Curry along with Clinical Psychologist Dr. David Armstrong presented a brief overview of scientific and professional guidance on enhancing student wellness and attendance by increasing sleep for secondary students. The doctors indicated that changing the school start times would be...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Club dues for 2023 You can mail your membership fee of $5.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 BIRTHDAYS: April 21st-Gladys White April 22nd-Isabelle McDonald April 25th-Gail M. White April 27th-Marvin Ward & Diane Conners LEGAL AID: April 27th Call for an...
May 6, 2023 – 9am – 3pm Turtle’s Nest Diner Contact: Iris Herne – 315-842-0245 Caroline Bigtree – 315-705-8715...
ALL CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATORY RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND OPTIONAL WEARING MASKS. THURSDAY APRIL 20, 2023 10:00 AM FATHER JEROME ON SPIRITUAL RETREAT FRIDAY APRIL 21, 2023 12:10 PM FATHER JEROME ON SPIRITUAL RETREAT SATURDAY APRIL 22, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for: Elizabeth (Betty) Kelly from the funeral collection SUNDAY APRIL 23, 2023 10:00 AM Offered for: Ian Seymour 12-Year Memorial WEDNESDAY APRIL 26, 2023 12:10 PM OFFERED FOR: Lillian Delormier by Kelly David and family AN ON-LINE RESOURCE FOR VITUAL MASSES IS...
Attention to any students who plan to transfer to Salmon River: The Salmon River Central School District’s transfer policy deadline is June 1, 2023. This policy applies to all students who wish to transfer into the Salmon River Central School District (including the St. Regis Mohawk School) for the 2023-2024 school year who are changing school districts but not residency. Electronic registration is available on our school website, www.srk12.org under “District Services” by creating a Clevr account. Paper packets can be obtained at the main...
Department: Housing FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time 40 hours weekly Salary: $39,936 annually Closing Date: Until filled Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Housing Occupancy Specialist will be responsible for tenant selection, occupancy rules and property upkeep of the rental properties owned and/or managed by the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation and Hogansburg Housing Development Fund Company, Inc. Incumbent will be required to become certified in...
The Boys & Girls Clubs of America celebrated the opening of its 5,000th Club location across the nation. Located in Elgin, Illinois, the new youth-serving Club, boasting 20,000 sq. ft., sets a record for the legacy youth-development organization, marking the largest scope and scale the nonprofit has ever reached in its 163-year history. "As we celebrate this milestone, we are honored and humbled to acknowledge that over the last several decades, Boys & Girls Clubs have continued to open in...
POTSDAM, NY – St. Lawrence Health is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, April 28, 2023, at the Potsdam Presbyterian Church, 42 Elm Street, Potsdam. Hours are 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. Donors must be healthy, at least 16 years of age, and weigh at least 110 lbs. Please consider a Double Red donation if you are O Neg, O Pos, A Neg, or B Neg. Donors can pre-register using RapidPass (www.redcrossblood.org/rapidpass). Pre-registration can only be completed the day of the drive prior to arrival. Registration can be made online at w...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has announced an Emergency Food Distribution to aid Akwesasne families on April 29, 2023. Tribal Staff, alongside gracious volunteers, will be distributing food items from 10:00 a.m. until supplies last, along Margaret Terrance Memorial Way to promote community health and well-being. To ensure safe and organized distribution, community members are urged to use the McGee Road entrance to Margaret Terrance Memorial Way near Bears Den. McGee Road will be one-way traffic throughout the event, and community members must...
Quebec’s Indigenous Affairs Minister, Ian Lafrenière, expressed his concerns about the connection between dysfunction at the Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) and the rise of organized crime in the community. He decided to voice his concerns publicly, stating that vulnerabilities can be exploited by criminal groups. Lafrenière, who has experience as a former police officer, explained in an interview with The Eastern Door, “When we’re talking about organized crime, they’re going to act where there are vulnerabilities for different reasons....
The City of Cornwall hosted a variety of activities for Earth Week 2023, with plenty of time to join in. This year’s Earth Week activities run from Earth Week, from April 17 - 22. There are still many opportunities to get involved in. The City of Cornwall, throughout the whole week, will be hosting a community-wide textile collection called Cornwall Gives a Shirt – Spring edition. Set out bags of gently used clothing, linens, and footwear on your regular collection day during the week the week of April 17-22. Be sure to mark these bags wit...
From St Regis Mohawk Schools 1st issue of "Echoes of St Regis" Year Book in June of 1949. This first issue was dedicated to Mr. Loran Garrow (for his friendship and loyalty to the school) who is pictured here with his wife. He was the schools attendance officer for ten years. Mr. Garrow is a firm believer in a good education. He said that his parents insisted on his daily attendance at school regardless of the hardships to be endured. He told of one instance which occurred during his early...
Talking about climate change with our own children can feel hard for many parents. It’s natural to want to protect kids from harm and worry. But if your child is a certain age, chances are they are already hearing about climate change, whether at school, online or from their friends. Unsurprisingly, children can feel many emotions about climate change, such as being anxious, frightened, sad, and angry, which are very natural reactions to something as uncertain and devastating as climate change. While you can’t solve climate change for your chi...
by Melinda Myers You take a walk through the garden and find branches trimmed, flowers missing or bark damaged. Of course, the culprit is nowhere to be seen. You may have suspects in mind but a close look at the damage and surroundings can help you identify who is dining on your plants. Knowing this can help you reduce the risk in the future. Rabbits can be found year-round in the landscape. They have sharp teeth, making a 45-degree clean cut much like your bypass pruners. Their damage usually...
Continued from last week And they also say that they split the day at that time. And what that means is that the daylight hours would be the time that Teharonhiawako, the holder of the skied, would carry on all of the business and duties that he had to do would happen during the daylight hours. And Sawiskera’s time of business would be after darkness, all of the night-time hours. And they say that it was made that way because for Sawiskera it would be at night and he couldn’t see very well at night and he couldn’t get in as much trouble at ni...
By Paul Hetzler The decline in children’s mental health during COVID-19 restrictions is a poignant reminder that we’re a social species, hardwired for contact with others. The saying “It takes a village to raise a child” is spot-on. Whether a literal village or a caring community within a city, we all – children especially – need regular interaction with peers and supportive mentors. In a different sense, but true nonetheless, it takes a village to raise a forest. In this case, the “village people” include mice, birds, and squirrels. When...
by Melinda Myers Keep your favorite herbs within easy reach for cooking and seasoning by growing them in containers. A few pots set by your door and grill or on the patio, deck, or balcony make it easy to include some homegrown flavor. Start by growing those herbs you like to use for seasoning food and beverages, making pesto, or preserving. Include some with fragrance for a bit of aromatherapy or for your craft projects. Make sure the plants you select will thrive in the amount of sunlight in...
