A Voice from the Eastern Door
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On Sunday April 29th the windy and brisk weather did not stop local residents from participating in the 4th annual five mile walk for cancer. The Akwesasne Support Group for Cancer held their yearly event this year in the memory of the late Louie Lazore. He was a past member of the group and recently passed away of colon cancer. “The event is held before Mother’s Day because it is an important day in Akwesasne but always in April,” stated Dolores Thompson, a member of the support group. “It’s...
The 6th Annual SR Athletic Hall of Fame has announced the inductees for the 2012 ceremony. The ceremony will take place at the Brasshorse Grill and Lounge on May 19 and will begin at 3pm. To enjoy an evening with the inductees and a fine dinner prepared by the staff at Brasshorse, tickets may be purchased from the board members. HOF officers and board members: President: Bill Plante Vice President: Ruth Ghostlaw Treasurer: Gerry Rufa Secretary: Pete Ghostlaw Members: Gerald Ghostlaw, Mike...
Year unknown Back row: Sylvia Hefflefinger Beeson, Dolores Thompson Front row: Dale Jacobs Bintz, Ida Swamp Oakes, Darlene Jacobs Sunday 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 same building as CKON Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
Division: Early Childhood Development Program Salary: $17,680 – 20,446.40 35-2021 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Onerahtohkó:wa/May 18, 2012 Description of Position: Under the general direction of the Early Childhood Development Program’s Administrative Assistant, responsible for assisting the Head Cook in the preparation of well balanced, nutritional meals daily. Qualifications: Some experience in working in the food service field with a Safe Serve Certification or equivalent. Successful candidate must pass criminal background chec...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • ENGLISH TEACHER (Secondary - beginning September 2012) Salmon River Central is a unique multi-cultural school community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Submit letter of application and current resume with references to: Annemarie FitzRandolph Salmon River Central School, 637 County Route #1, Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: -SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER (Electrical Experience Required) Residency is waived. For full job description, please visit www.srk12org and civil service application is at http://franklincony.org Submit completed application, civil service application, letter of interest, credentials and current resume with references by May 21, 2012 to: Natascha L. Jock, School Business Executive Salmon River...
The Akwesasne Membership Board is seeking a Secretary/Recorder for the meetings of the Akwesasne Membership Board. Duties of the Secretary/Recorder Record the start and finish time of the interview/hearing, take attendance of the Board Members present, take note of the reason for absent Board Members, shall note the time of any late arrivals or early departures of the Board Members, record minutes of the interview/hearing and record the votes. The meeting shall be transcribed and tape recorded. The minutes of the Akwesasne Membership Board...
DATE: May 2, 2012 Tenders are hereby invited for the supply of services for the Stanley Island grass cutting program within the property limits as controlled by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. The right is reserved to accept or reject quotations on any item separately or on the tender as a whole. Please prepare your tender in three (3) copies on this form, being careful to fill in all blanks, sign properly and forward to the identified address. All transportation and services and equipment furnished is the responsibility of the contractor....
Responsibilities: Will assist in implementing a community-wide survey by phone; asking questions and accurately documenting replies. Qualifications: Good speaking voice and diction, reading and writing skills. A basic knowledge of traditional practices and fluency in Kanien’keha will be preferred. 4 temporary part time positions – $10./hour Applications: may be picked up at the Akwesasne Library or Museum OR by email: [email protected] Deadline: Friday, May 18, 2012...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 5 $34,055.81-$41,927.75 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Coordinator of Iethinisten:ha Family Wellness Program, the incumbent is responsible for the facilitation, planning, organizing and conducting of Outreach activities, education and support groups. QUALIFICATIONS: University Degree in Social field or a 2 year Social Service Worker diploma or equivalent diploma with three years work experience. The incumbent should have excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to work...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 6 – $37,461.39 – $46,120.53 Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Coordinator of the Nation Building Program, the Junior Policy Analyst supports the Nation Building Process on the recognition of MCA’s jurisdiction and authority. The Junior Policy Analyst plays a key pivotal role by providing the vision in educating the youth population (18-29 years) of Akwesasne on the Nation Building Process through a community education and information process called Entewatatha:wi. Qualifications: University Degre...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 6 $37,461.39 - $46,120.53 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for assisting the Program Manager and the Clinical Coordinator with the execution and monitoring of Program Services. QUALIFICATIONS: Three year post secondary, community college diploma in Office Administration or related field, with two years administrative experience in related field; Experience in financial management including budgeting and proposal writing. The incumbent should...
Salary: Pay Band 6 - $37,461.39 – $46,120.53 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Support Officer the incumbent is responsible for conducting environmental assessments (EA) on all developmental activities within the community for environmental impacts based on the environmental assessment guidelines currently used by the Department. QUALIFICATIONS: University or College Degree in Environmental Sciences, Ecology or a related field. Two (2) years of field work within field of study. Incumbent must have excellent oral,...
Annual Salary: Pay Band 7 $41,956.77 - $51,654.99 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Researcher is responsible for carrying out research objectives and projects of the ARRO within set timelines for potential and existing land claims and litigation opportunities, as well as providing research support for other ARRO projects. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: University Degree in History, Governance, Political Science, Anthropology Native Studies, or related field; 5 years related experience in a First Nations organizations; The incumbent will be...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 UPCOMING EVENTS: Mon. May 7th-12:00 Depart for Senior Recognition trip in Albany. Mothers Day Meal on Friday May 11th -3:00 appetizers, 4:00 Dinner, 5:00 entertainment (there will be no lunch served on this day). Senior Games will take place from May 14 to May 18th. Oneida Aging Well Conference will be held on May 23rd to May 25th. Please sign up with Tabby, a deposit of $20.00 must be made to be on the list. Total cost is $130.00 IAKHIHSOHTHA Home for the Elderly 613-575-2507...
Fri. May 4th Closed Sat. May 5th Closed Mon. May 7th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. May 8th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:00 Wed. May 9th No Doctor Lab-8:30-10:00 Thurs. may 10th No Doctor...
Fri. May 4th Closed Mon. May 7th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Tues. May 8th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. May 9th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Thurs. May 10th No Doctor...
In recognition of Immunization Awareness Week, the MCA Community Health Program is having an Immunization Blitz. There will be 4 Grand Prizes for each age group of 0-3 yrs, 4-8 yrs, 9-13 yrs & 14-17 yrs. Your child can be entered into the drawing for a bike, by bringing in the child’s updated immunization record to the Community Health office Monday- Friday 8am-4pm from April 16 until the drawing takes place on May 31st, 2012. You can also fax the records to (613) 575-1152, being sure to include contact information (in the event that you are a...
PO Box 101 - Akwesasne, Que .H0M 1A0 OR P.O. Box 1043 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact Diane King [email protected]...
Friday, May 18th Registration 6-6:30pm Trivia begins at 7:00pm River Mohawk Band following trivia Brass Horse Lounge, Rte. 37, Akwesasne $100 per Team (4 players) Limit of 25 teams 1st – 2nd – 3rd place prizes Best-dressed prize Walk the Red Carpet – Dress in your favorite movie casts or characters (for bonus points) Basket Raffles & Big Ticket Raffle *Win a 46” Samsung LED Slim Flat Screen TV *Getaway for Two to Radisson Parliament Hill Hotel in Ottawa, includes certificates for Baton Rouge Restaurant & a wine basket *Apple 3rd Generat...
Friday, May 4th • American LegionPost 1479 Time 7:00 p.m. 4 person teams ($80 per team) • Prizes and Raffles...
$10 per meal (includes salad, roll, dessert and drink) TO BENEFIT: Braxtyn Jacobs and Taylor White THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2012 11:00 am – sold out Delivery or Take – Out available Order in advance at Brass Horse Bar & Grill 358-3365 or 315-296-4585 Pre-orders can be made on Facebook Page Braxy and Taylor’s Road Ahead...
MAY 12, 2012 – 8:30-2:00 Proudly Sponsored by: Akwesasne Child and Family Services Community Support Unit To register contact Chici at (613) 575-2341 ext. 3169...
Onerahtokha/April 17, 2012 - The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) continues to investigate the possibility of re-naming their district schools. The School Re-Naming Committee still needs input from the community. The Committee will be gathering suggestions until Onerahtohko:wa/May 5. 2012. You may submit your ideas by taking a survey at www.ambe.ca. or by filling out the form below. Please be sure to include your contact information. You can forward the form with your comments to the Administrative Assistant at each respective...
This is to inform the community that the following persons have applied for Akwesasne Membership under the Akwesasne Membership Code. Shae Alexis Hall, age 17, daughter of Gene Noah Hall (Akwesasne) and Joanne McKeegan, a non-native. Leilani Shaw, age 17, daughter of Michaelee Lazore (Akwesasne) and Rory Shaw (Paiute) of Nevada. Kisha Degonzaque-Jodoin, age 18, daughter of Christopher Degonzaque Hall (Akwesasne) and Angie Jodoin, a non-native. Chanel Lyssa Strable, age 17, daughter of Priscilla Thompson (Akwesasne) and William Strable, a...
