A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The Haudenosaunee culture was alive in our youth last week as the Ahkwesasne Mohawk Board of Education School District celebrated ‘Heritage Week’. At the Akwesasne Mohawk School on Kawehno:ke a teacher led committee made up of Cheryl Bruyere, Denise Jackson and Denise Clute set up the activities for the week. “We planned for our school and brought in community people all week long,” said Mrs. Bruyere. Day one included a presentation by Bob Stevenson on trapping, with local artisans and craftspeo...
Families in Akwesasne were treated to a free fun day at Generations Field this past Saturday courtesy of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribes’ Department of Social Services. Bouncy houses, lawn games, face painting by Buttons the clown, access to the playground and enough free food to feed the territory were offered to the community of Akwesasne. This event was originally slated to occur in April as part of the “Child Abuse Awareness Month” initiative, but the weather had other plans in mind. Postp...
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit unanimously agreed to lift the stays on the implementation for taxing on-reservation cigarette sales to non-member purchasers this past Monday. In a statement released by Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, “The decision closes an enormous tax-evasion loophole that was depriving New York of hundreds of millions of dollars in tax revenue.” Native leadership has another take on the courts decision. “While today’s decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals is disappointing, we will continue fightin...
The race for Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal office began this past Saturday as community members turned out for the annual tribal caucus. Tribal Chief Monica Garrow and Sub-Chief Pamela Brown who were elected in 2008 hold the current positions. With neither incumbents seeking re-election to another term of office both seats are up for grabs at next months Tribal Election to be held on Saturday, June 4. 6 individuals were nominated for the position of Tribal Chief beginning with Barbara A. Lazore,...
Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a funeral spray, if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, As any friend could say, Perhaps you were not there at all, Just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts, We thank you so very much, whatever the part. The family of MaryLou Phillips extends their deepest appreciation to everyone who helped during their time of sorrow. Niawen:kowa ~ Connie & Robert, Julie & John and...
Raffle Winners The AMBE Parent Committee recently held our annual fundraising raffle, we would like to thank everyone who purchased tickets and sold tickets. This fundraiser is a benefit for school activities; each school keeps funds raised at their school. Congratulations to this year’s winners: 1st place - HP Laptop & Printer =Lelan Clute 2nd place - Apple Ipad = Paula Jacobs 3rd place - XBOX Kinect = Teddy Mitchell 4th place - Apple Ipod = Debbie Thomas Our top three overall ticket sellers also received incentive prizes: 1st place - Avery C...
Dear Community of Akwesasne, As you know, the Elected Tribal Council will not give a reason as to why they won’t sign the amended Ethics Ordinance. They continue to use smoke and mirrors to fool the community into believing that it can work if rules and regulations were put into place. Yet, they stated at the April Tribal meeting that they knew it didn’t work when they put it to referendum? It makes me wonder what else they put out there for us to vote on that we have trusted them on. They have all stated that they believe that we should hav...
An update from SLU; She:kon Akwesasronon, My name is Okiokwinon Chelsea Francis, I am currently a Junior at St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York where I am a Government Major and Native American Studies Minor. I am writing to you because of some issues that caught my attention, along with the attention of the entire campus, and to inform you all about these events that have taken place this past semester just 45 minutes from home. In February of this year, a sorority on my campus held a Cowboys and Indian themed party, which was not met...
Calling Upon The “Editor-In-Chief” Submitted By: Tim Johnson Included in the millions of people throughout the United States and around the world who welcomed the demise of Osama Bin Laden were American Indians. Not since Adolph Hitler has there been such a universally despised figure, so replete with immoral sentience. Death was the only fitting end to a man who had dispensed death on a massive and virtually indiscriminate scale. He was a man without a country and his killing reflected the same. His victims included citizens of numerous nat...
This past Friday the Saint Regis Mohawk Office for the Aging honored the winner of the 2nd Annual My Favorite Elder Contest, Mae Tarbell of Akwesasne. The award winner was selected as someone who met the criteria of being an elder who plays an important role in connecting our community through intergenerational relationships, and is an inspiration to others to follow their lead. In front of a crowd of over 100 friends and family, Tota Mae was honored with a reading of the nomination essay, which...
Name: Sammi Elizabeth Oakes Born: April 9, 2011 Weight: 7 lbs. 11.1 oz. Length: 20.5 inches Parents: Kristy Bradford & Ryan Oakes Siblings: Ryan Jr., Warren, & Ronin Grandparents: Jamie Cole, Dora Oakes & the late Sam Garrow Sr. Great-Grandparents: Elizabeth Cole & the late Gerald Cole, Annabelle & Levi Oakes Great Great Grandmother Charlotte Cole...
Name: Gianna Asia Cruz Swamp Born: Tuesday, April 5, 2011 Weight: 8lbs. 9 oz. Length: 19 inches Parents: Crystal & Owen Swamp Grandparents: Connie Cook & the late Norman Jocko, Lilly & Mike Swamp Great-Grandparents: Betty Swamp, Margie Beaubien Sibling: Tanisha, Montana, Owen Jr. Kimora and Ethan...
Name: Jolee Marie Thompson Born: April 11, 2011 Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. Parents: Alee Tarbell & Joseph Thompson Maternal Grandparents: Jane & Robert Tarbell Paternal Grandparents: Jennifer & Albert Thompson...
The Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department along with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe donated a 1986 Pierce Fire Truck to the Bombay Volunteer Fire Department. The truck was donated in the spring of 2010 to the HAVFD and SRMT through Indian Health Services Operation TransAm, a program that donates surplus government equipment to Indian Tribes. The truck was originally ordered by the US Navy and was placed at O’Hare Airport with it most recently being assigned to a VA hospital near White R...
One of the things that I’ve learned in AI-Anon is that I’m not responsible for someone else’s drinking. The slogan that captures this is “I didn’t cause it, I can’t control it, and I can’t cure it”. A lot of people come into the program trying to find a way to stop their alcoholic from drinking. Look at the writings of Lois Wilson and all that she tried to do for Bill W. She tried everything including getting drunk herself to show him what the terrible effects of alcohol were. There are a lot of people who come to AI-Anon to find that answe...
A woman steps off a scale, smiling. This isn’t a diet commercial. It’s a scene from the Centering room at St. Regis Mohawk Health Services, where a group of mothers-to-be have gathered for their latest session of prenatal care. They compare growing bellies while taking their own blood pressure with digital cuffs. The women chat and laugh as one of them visits privately with the doctor behind a folding screen. Suddenly, the distinct echo of a rapid heartbeat fills the room. The chatter stops for...
On March 31, 2011 Deyohaha:ge, the Indigenous Knowledge Center in Ohsweken (Six Nations) sponsored a number of presentations at the Haudenosaunee seed exchange. The first presenter was Renée Thomas Hill, an elder from the Turtle Clan of the Mohawk Nation, Upper Cayuga Longhouse, Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. Because of the eloquence and beauty of her presentation, we have decided to share a summary of her talk. It is important that we grow our seeds with love because our seeds are...
• Last week everyone awoke to the news that Osama bin Laden had been killed by US Navy Seals in a covert operation called “Operation Geronimo.” The operation name has caused ripples across Indian country. As we know, Geronimo was a strong fighter against the oppression of the USA. He did not kill women, children – he fought for the rights of his people. To call the Osama bin Laden operation Geronimo is offensive to the original people of the United States. Please read the Haudenosaunee press statement from the Onondaga leadership. • Congratulat...
1. Kánen (Kanénha) Seed 2. O’ón:wara Seedlings 3. Osahè:ta Beans, dry 4. Ienakarótha Beans, pole 5. O’rhótsheri Beans, string 6. Onekwéntara nikatsikò:ten Beets 7. Otsi’tsiakáhte Broccoli 8. Ken’nikanehsio’tá:’a Brussell sprouts 9. Onéhsio (Onehsiò:ta) Cabbage 10. Wahiá:ris Cantelope 11. Otsí:nekwar nikatsihokò:ten Carrots 12. Tekatsi’tsiahkhánion Cauliflower 13. Ó:nenhste Corn 14. Teionenhstatsikhè:tare Corn, sweet 15. Tíkokon / onon’ónsera Cucumber 16. Onerahtakáhte Lettuce 17. O’niónkse...
In the beginning, the World was not as we know it. It was a water world inhabited only by Animals and Creatures of the air who could survive without land. The Sky World was quite different. Human-Type Beings lived there with infinite types of Plants and Animals to enjoy. In the Sky World, there was a Tree of Life that was very special to the People of the Sky World. They knew that it grew at the entrance to the world below and forbade anyone to tamper with the Tree. One woman who was soon to give birth was curious about what was beneath the...
Happy belated Mother’s day. What a beautiful weekend to honor the Mothers in our lives past and present. The weather was nice, in the lower sixties with sunshine that was a nice touch to each day. With such warm weather comes the time for lawn and garage sales. The radio and newspapers carry the notices of a sale that just might carry something you want. Here are some tips that may help you get that bargain! Show up early to save: The sign says 8am or 9am, and then be there at that time- early birds get the best buys at a good price. Be sure to...
Last Saturday the Massena Red Raider Boys suffered a disappointing overtime loss to Saranac Lake, 13-12. This comes on the heels of their overtime loss, 8-9, to Northwood Prep on Wednesday. At the end of the first half the Red Storm led 7-5. In the second half the Red Raiders turned the tables and scored seven goals to Saranac’s five to even the score. Saranac Lake scored in sudden death to win 13-12. Randy Seymour led the Raider offense with five goals and three assists. Grayson Phillips and Zach Hopps broke through for three goals and t...
The Herkimer Generals Softball Team took to the road for a tough test to end the regular season vs the #8 ranked team in the country, Corning CCC. This was the final tune-up before Tuesday’s first round playoff game and the Generals proved that they are more than just ready to play. They are looking to make a run to the 2011 World Series and yesterday they sent a statement. Herkimer beat Corning by the scores of 8-3 and 11-2 behind the pitching of Krista Oakes and Mollee Putnam along with a potent offense. Oakes went the distance in the f...
On Tuesday, May 3rd, the Massena Lady Red Raiders were back in action on their home turf against the Saranac Lake Red Storm. Massena stormed out and led 7-1 at halftime to go on to win 15-4. Erin Francis led the offensive attack for Massena with five goals. Kiley Buckshot fashioned two goals and three assists. Megan Poupore and Shannon Casey contributed a goal and two assists. Nyssa LaClair found the back of the net twice. Shaydie Oakes (1 assist), Kallie Barnes, Emma Dupree and Carlie Leary...
On Monday, May 2nd, the Massena Lady Red Raiders played host to the Potsdam Lady Sandstoners under the lights. The night was cloudy, rainy, and cold but the Lady Raiders dismissed the weather and played to a 16-11 win. At halftime the Lady Raiders were ahead 6-5 but widened the gap during the second half. Erin Francis continues to be a strong attack for Massena with five goals and two assists. Megan Poupore struck for five goals while Shannon Casey produced three goals and one helper. Dominique...
