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  • Saka Thompson Featured in USA Lacrosse Magazine

    May 16, 2024

    By Andy Gardner. POTSDAM – SUNY Potsdam sophomore men's lacrosse player Saka Thompson (Akwesasne/Salmon River) has been named a Division III Honorable Mention All-American by USA Lacrosse Magazine. All-Americans were chosen by the magazine's staff and contributors with input from coaches and conferences across the country. Thompson is the 10th All-American in program history. Thompson established himself as one of the nation's best goalies this season. He earned SUNYAC Defensive Player of the We...

  • The 2025 Real ID Deadline for New Licenses is Really 'Real' This Time

    May 16, 2024

    Akwesasne travelers if you have a NYS license or NYS ID card and plan on flying in the U.S. in 2025 and beyond, take note... Per the Department of Homeland Security, you have about 365 days to make your state-issued driver’s license or identification “Real ID” compliant, The Real ID compliance is part of a larger act passed by Congress in 2005 to set “minimum security standards” for the distribution of identification materials, including driver’s licenses. This means that certain federal agencies, like the Transportation Security Administrat...

  • Wheels Spinning at Kawehno:ke Skatepark for Girls SK8 Day

    May 16, 2024

    By Isaac White. The thrum of skateboard wheels and bursts of laughter echoed through the air on Saturday, transforming the Akwesasne skatepark into a bustling hub of activity and celebration. This wasn't just any ordinary day at the park; it was Girls SK8 Day, a pivotal event designed to shift the typical skatepark demographic dramatically. Typically, the park is mostly filled with boys. However, the skatepark witnessed a remarkable transformation on Saturday, with girls making up 90% of the...

  • Wheels Spinning at Kawehno:ke Skatepark for Girls SK8 Day - Part 2

    May 16, 2024

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  • SRMT Employment Opportunities

    May 16, 2024

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  • CAA Management is constantly on the lookout for more talented individuals to our team

    May 16, 2024

    Enjoy a flexible work environment that is the perfect blend of work and fun! With flexible working hours to paid vacation time, You will be empowered to achieve work-life balance in all that you do. Apply online at caamgmt.com/find-a-job/ For more information, please email [email protected]...

  • MCA Employment Opportunities

    May 16, 2024

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  • Part Time Office Manager

    May 16, 2024

    Indian Time is looking for a part time 25 hrs. Office Manager to manage the daily operations of the local newspaper. Job roles will include the following: The Office Manager maintains the daily operations of non-profit newspaper through processing invoices, expenses and payroll using QuickBooks. Maintaining record keeping and retention of documents according to GAAP practices. Record keeping for grants and contracts of the organization, while researching new opportunities that align with the organizations future goals. Maintaining employee... Full story

  • COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

    May 16, 2024

    Akwesasne, if you have questions about: • Old Age Security (OAS) Pension, • Canada Pension, • Social Insurance Numbers, • Employment Insurance, A Service Canada Representative will be in Akwesasne on the second Tuesday of each month at the Cornwall Island Administration Building #3 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed for lunch from Noon-1 p.m.). Please go directly to the CIA#3 for services. The next visits will be on: • June 11 • July 9 • August 13 • September 10 • October 8 • November 12 • December 10 They are also available on the four...

  • Tribal Community Services Building Nearing Completion

    May 16, 2024

    AKWESASNE — (Onerahtohkó:wa/May 15, 2024) In September of 2022, Tribal government began the renovation of a deteriorated Tribal asset to transform a vacant building into a modern and professional workspace to benefit over 200 dedicated staff members, and the community members they serve. Work is nearing completion, and several Tribal Divisions and programs will begin moving into their new space toward the end of June. The moving process will take place over the course of four weeks. The Kanien’ké:ha (Mohawk) name for the Community Servi...

  • Massena Police Searching for Missing Woman

    May 16, 2024

    MASSENA - Police continue to search for a woman missing since May 10. Anyone who may have information on the whereabouts of Kinsley Robert, 32, is being asked to come forward to the Massena Police Department. Robert was last seen sometime around 3 a.m. that day near Bridges Avenue. She is described as being 5 feet 4 inches in height, weighing about 110 pounds. SHe has brown hair and hazel colored eyes. She was last seen wearing a black and white zebra print dress. Massena police are asking...

  • Entertainment Binge

    Isaac White|May 16, 2024

    By Isaac White. I think it’s time I break free of the strictures of this small slice of the wider world. In other words, I’m going to make a concerted effort to make my voice heard in the entertainment world. Why? I want to meet Gary Busey if you're going to know the truth. I have an idea for a movie, and I think he’d be perfect. Plus, Under Siege was playing the other day for some reason, and it’s rad. I thought how cool it would be to see Gary Busey in movies again. What a way to start our weekly conversation, eh? I was talking to someone...

  • Tribal Police in Akwesasne Awarded Grant from New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services

    May 16, 2024

    AKWESASNE – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police have been awarded a $857,657.00 grant from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) as part of the Law Enforcement Technology (LETECH) grant program. This funding is part of a larger initiative announced by Governor Kathy Hochul, totaling $127 million, which will be distributed among the 378 law enforcement agencies that applied across New York State. This grant will enable the Tribal Police to modernize their operations and enhance their ability to effectively solve and p...

  • AMPS MEDIA RELEASE - MISSING PERSON

    May 16, 2024

    May 17, 2024 The Akwesasne Mohawk Police is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing youth from Akwesasne. KAIENONNI PRECIOUS SAGE LAZORE, age 13 was reported missing by family with a last known location in Canton, New York. Anyone with information that will assist in locating this youth is encouraged to contact the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service at 613-575-2340....

  • Update on Missing Person Alert

    May 16, 2024

    The missing 13-year-old youth from Akwesasne has been located safely. The Akwesasne Mohawk Police (AMPS) released their missing person update at approximately 8:06PM. The youth was reported missing by her family early this afternoon. The youth reportedly had a last known location in Canton, New York. The AMPS would like to thank the public for assisting, by sharing the post and providing information. No further updates will be shared....

  • Kawehnoke Power Generation - not for profit

    May 16, 2024

    End of Public Meeting Setup Series Until May 31, 2024, Comments on KPG setup will be accepted on line at: [email protected] Afterwards Report to the Community to follow....

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