A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Yesterday, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe held a press conference about their recent negotiations with Governor Cuomo. In basic terms, a Memorandum of Understanding was agreed upon in which the tribe will immediately pay New York State half of the monies it has owed since 2010, which is 30 million dollars. In return, the State guarantees that the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe will retain their zone of exclusivity, which includes Franklin, St. Lawrence, Clinton, Essex, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis and...
On Friday, nearly 500 people gathered to demonstrate their frustration with the border crossing and restrictions which interfere with travel for Akwesasronon. They gathered at 9AM at the Mohawk Nation Longhouse, where the crowed was told not to react to jeers and taunts by people as they arrived in Cornwall. The march began at the longhouse and proceeded over the American bridge, where people again gathered at the old customs building. After a few people spoke explaining what was going to...
More pictures. Photos by Ian Oakes, Deb Cook and Marsha White...
More pictures. Photos by Ian Oakes, Deb Cook and Marsha White...
The SRCS boy’s varsity lacrosse ended its 2013 regular NAC season with a perfect undefeated record of 14-0 in front of hometown fans as they defeated Potsdam, 18-7. As with all last home games in the regular season it was also time to honor the graduating seniors. Salmon River will be graduating eight seniors from this team. Potsdam struck first early in the first quarter but Salmon answered back to even things 1-1. Potsdam rallied and scored two goals to put the Sandstoners ahead 3-1. Coach J...
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Since its inception in 1973, EMS Week is a nationwide celebration that honors the everyday heroes who work in emergency services. These folks work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to tirelessly serve their local communities. We honor emergency medical service (EMS) professionals for their dedication to public service. People rely on EMS in disasters and other public health emergencies, as well as for personal emergency care. Disaster response and recovery requires a whole community working...
Michael Louis Cook, age 61, of Endwell, NY passed gracefully from this world into the next on May 16, 2013 leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 22 years, Mary Ellen, his loving and adored son Zachary and his sweet and very special daughter Sarah. Michael was predeceased by his devoted parents William and Ursula DeGonzac Cook and brothers, Arthur and William Cook. In addition to his wife and children he is survived by his dearest sisters,...
Louis Thomas Kanawaienton Cook, age 66, of Oglala, S.D. and formerly of Ahkwesahsne, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the Rapid City Regional Hospital from injuries of an automobile accident. Louie was born on April 23, 1947 in Hanover, N.H., the son of Evelyn Mary Kawennien Montour Cook and William John Rasennes Cook. Louie graduated from Mount Assumption Institute in Plattsburgh, N.Y. before enlisting in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War “to see the world.” He was stationed at the...
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As an original member of the Land Claims Committee for the Mohawk Nation I took a firm stance against the cession of our aboriginal lands to New York State regardless of what kind of offer then Governor Mario Cuomo tendered. I was committed to defending our treaties which committed us to act in union as Haudenosaunee, I did not believe we had any authority to sell the earth beneath our feet and I was compelled to protect the rights of those yet unborn unto the seventh generation. For those who felt as I did the thought of ceding our aboriginal...
She:kon: Mohawk women have a rich history of political involvement in Akwesasne. Their struggles to maintain tribal sovereignty, preserve their language and cultures, and manage the Mohawk lands and natural resources are unique to our status as Mohawk people. As tribal leaders, Mohawk women have continually challenged federal, state, and tribal authorities to formulate or reform policy for the benefit of Akwesasronon. Over the last two decades, an increasing number of women – including the likes of Alma Ransom, Barbara Lazore, Maggie T...
Readers, Too often we simply accept that Tribal governments (as opposed to our traditional governments) have elected representatives - presidents, chiefs, chairmen or CEO’s and so forth. They are entrusted with great powers and are expected to rule according to their thoughts, desires and beliefs. This is a dangerous thing. We rarely hear what is in their minds and hearts as they compete for electoral votes and vie for positions of government. Positions of great power. In Iroquoia amongst the Haudenosaunee we shun the gestures of the eager o...
Letter to the Editor March on the Bridge Watching the march on Friday was memorable. I am encouraged to see the support that was given on a work day. The march represented the assertion of our rights as a collective and the traditional council should be the government body in charge with dealing with the Canadian government. We have allowed the traditional government to be usurped by the arm of the Canadian government that is the band council. If we believe that we are dealing with the government on a nation to nation basis then it should be...
Letter to the Editor: I just wanted to clarify that the letter that was sent to the Indian Time Newspaper was NOT written by myself. It was actually written by a volunteer coach from the Milton Little League and I thought that this letter was far too good not to share with the surrounding community. Although, if I were to write a letter on this particular topic, it would not be that far off at all. I feel it should be something shared before each season no matter what youth sport it is. I know there are a lot of volunteer coaches who also...
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Akwesasne Territory -- May 14, 2013 -- Tribal police arrested Eric Sisto for felony assaulting a police officer, felony criminal mischief 3rd, reckless driving, reckless endangerment 2nd, failure to obey a police officer along with other traffic tickets. Mr. Sisto’s arrest results from a high speed pursuit that originated in Massena, NY. Mr. Sisto made it to Hogansburg when tribal police intercepted the pursuit and Mr. Sisto hit a tribal police vehicle, resulting in a tribal police vehicle performed a Pitman maneuver on Mr. Sisto’s vehicle, gui...
As Little brother’s speech has become clearer his confidence has been on the rise. He has started to come out of his shell and ask for friends to come hang out. Before it was Big Brother’s buddies who would take him in under their wing. He has even begun to make plans with his buddies from Headstart. It is such a drastic change from the start of the school year when he was the one student playing alone while all the rest grouped together. He knew they couldn’t understand all his words so he didn’t want them to point it out. Three and a half ye...
Submitted by Alice King Thursday May 16th was Bus Driver Appreciation Day at the Kanatakon School. The Kanatakon School students and staff assembled in the gym to acknowledge and thank the bus drivers who drive the students to and from school safely each day. The students made thank you cards for the drivers and thanked them personally in the assembly. The drivers were also presented with gifts from the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education and Kanatakon School staff. Niawenko:wa to all bus...
By Connie Gerow, 4-H Tribal Mentoring Coordinator What type of cat can jump with a single bound to the top of a door case? What cat do you know that likes to play in a bathtub of water? If you answered not your ordinary cat, you would be right. Most domesticated cats like to jump onto counters and usually dislike water. On Tuesday, May 7th, the 4-H Mighty Shamrock After School Mentoring program welcomed a pair of Bengal Cats that are owned by Bonnie and Jenna Brockway of Malone. Bengal Cats are...
On Friday, St. Regis Mohawk School first graders were given a presentation about diabetes, eating healthy and being active. Heather Pontius, Calandra Curleyhead and Heather Garrow from the Let’s Get Healthy Program were asked by first grade teachers to come in as a part of the nutrition and exercise unit. Heather, Calandra and Heather first read a story to the kids called “Through the Eyes of the Eagle.” The story talks about a boy named Rain That Dances who learns from the Eagle about how t...
The Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club held their annual clean up day on Saturday and it was gorgeous outside. The clean up day is done every year but this year the ABGC received an ACTION grant from Alcoa, which stands for Alcoans Coming Together In Our Neighborhoods grant. The Alcoa Foundation, the non-profit arm of Alcoa, recognizes volunteer efforts with a $3,000 donation to a charity. First an Alcoa employee must champion an event, which means initiate it and get at least 10 other Alcoa...
Last week was filled with music as Salmon River Middle and High School music departments presented their annual spring concert in the high school auditorium. Taking the stage on Wednesday were the Middle School band and chorus presenting an evening of excellent musical performances. The theme this year for both the middle and high school band was “Old Time Rock and Roll.” The band led by Mrs. Cindy Healy began the evening with the song “Louie, Louie.” Guests were treated to solos present...
Akwesasne Territory – On Monday May 20, 2013 the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council presented a check for $179,700 to members of the Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department (HAVFD). This financial support will go for the operations of the fire department. “Our fire department is one of the most important components of our community,” said Chief Randy Hart. “They’ve been in business for 59 years and it’s really impossible to say how many lives they have saved.” The fire department op...
On Monday, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe donated $50,000 to the Akwesasne Library and Cultural Center. The money supports the Cultural Center’s overall expenses budget and Irving Papineau, President of the Board of Directors of the Cultural Center said, “The tribe has always been very supportive and stepped up to the plate when we needed. We are very appreciative.” The Tribe has been donating to the library every year for several years. Glory Cole said, “We would really struggle without the yea...
