A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The Kawehnoke Corridor Focus Meeting was held on May 15th, 2017 at the Anowara:kowa Arena. The meeting began with a dinner, following with the opening remarks and call to order. The presentation consisted with the history of the Kawehnoke Corridor Improvement Project, also known as Cornwall Island Corridor Improvements Contract 4a & 5 Harmonized Environmental Assessment Plan (Revised). The project was put on hold since 2009. The last draft of the corridor was made in 2009, when the CBSA moved to Cornwall. April 2017- MCA department of...
May 22 (UPI) -- Google is celebrating what would have been the 75th birthday of American-Indian activist Richard Oakes with a new Doodle. Google's homepage features artwork-depicting Oakes alongside important locations from his life including the Mohawk in Akwesasne, Alcatraz Island and Pit River. Oakes was born in Akwesasne. When he was 18, he moved to San Francisco, and enrolled in San Francisco State University shortly after. There, his passion for empowerment through education led him to...
AKWESASNE - On Onerahtohkó:wa/May 18, 2017; the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council had the pleasure of concluding Academia Avance's visit to Akwesasne, a Latin college preparatory charter school located in Los Angeles, California. The class traveled to Flint, Michigan; Montreal, Quebec; as well as to the First Nation's communities of Kahnesatake and Kahnawake, to learn about water rights and pollution as they prepare for a presentation at Bennington College. They stopped at Akwesasne to meet...
SYRACUSE, NY—When the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships were hosted by the Onondaga Nation in 2015 it was a big deal. Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore even attended, and rooted for the Iroquois Nationals over Team USA. Never before had an Indigenous Nation hosted a championship of that caliber, putting not only the Indigenous history of lacrosse and the prowess of the Iroquois Nationals on the world stage, but the very sovereignty of the people. This story is told in the new documentary “Spirit Game: Pride of a Nation,” which premi...
When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure. Love, Regina Alexander Bedford, In....
The community notes the passing of: Ruth A. Dora, 77, of Watertown, NY, on Monday, May 22, 2017. Ruth was born in Hogansburg on October 12, 1939, the daughter of Jonas and Mary Cook Gray.... Full story
Indian Time apologizes for incorrectly identifying the former landmark building in Hogansburg as being “Romeo’s”. The correct name is “Reyome”. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused to the Reyome family and to the community of Akwesasne....
The Grade 3 Tsi Snaihne students would like to thank Queen's University for enhancing their knowledge and understanding in the field of Science this year! The students were very fortunate to have Queen's University Aboriginal Community Engagement Coordinator, Justin Gordanier, come throughout the school year to provide exciting hands-on activities for the students. Justin's final visit was extra special because he brought in a 3D printer and 3D pens. The students had the opportunity to design a...
The family of Hattie Bashaw would like to sincerely thank everyone for their support and acts of kindness at the time of her passing. A special thank you to all those who helped move furniture, organize the home, supplied ramps for the disabled, and the many gifts of food, household supplies and monetary donations. A special thanks to those of you who participated in Hattie’s service including Father Pastores, Scott and Renee Jock and Ron LaFrance for the wonderful eulogies, as well as the pall bearers, scripture readers, and music p...
The students and staff of Tsi Snaihne School would like to say Nia:wen:kowa to the Native North American Travelling College for the invitation to the Tewaaraton Festival on May 12, 2017. The students enjoyed the day and seeing students from the other schools. Some of their favorite parts were the Tug of War, the Medicine Game and of course, lunch. Again, nia:wen for giving our students this opportunity to learn more about lacrosse and for a celebration of its history....
On April 15, 2017, The Ahkwesahsne Women’s Singing Society hosted the Six Nations Sing. There were an estimated one thousand people who attended the Sing from the Hotinonhson:ni territories as well as other Nations throughout Turtle Island. We’d like to take this time to say niawenko:wa to everyone who helped us throughout the day. We wanted to serve traditional foods as much as possible and it was enjoyed by all. Nia:wen to all of you who brought home made goodness in the form of corn bread, fry bread, biscuits and yeast bread. We app...
The SRMT Seniors Center was host to all Chief and Sub Chief candidates on Tuesday, May 16, 2017. The meeting was moderated by Ruth Herne Bell and began at 6pm and closed just after 8pm. After each candidate introduced themselves and presented their political platform, community members were given the opportunity to question any or all candidates on a variety of issues facing Akwesasne. Another 'Meet the Candidates' meeting was held on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the former IGA...
Victor, NY— For the first time ever, Friends of Ganondagan is hosting a juried Hodinöhsö:ni’ Art Show at the Seneca Art & Culture Center for cash prizes, exhibition and purchase during its 26th annual Native American Dance & Music Festival, July 22-23, 2017. Any enrolled member of a Haudenosaunee nation is eligible to apply with proof of tribal enrollment or Haudenosaunee descent, regardless of current place of residence. More than $4,000 in cash prizes may be awarded in the four divisions by a panel of jurors: Best of Show Award ($1,0...
The Akwesasne Mohawk Police is noting an increase in reports of telephone scams where the caller claims to be from the CRA but is not. The Akwesasne Mohawk Police are aware of this fraud and are asking the public to also beware—these calls are fraudulent and could result in identity and financial theft. If you get such a call, hang up and report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. These types of communication are not from the CRA. When the CRA calls you, it has established procedures in place to make sure your personal information is p...
The 3rd annual C.C.V.S Student Art Exhibition is taking place at the Cornwall Public Library from May 8th through June 8th. Over 200 works of art, which have been created by the students of C.C.V.S have been chosen to be displayed for the duration of the exhibit. The art exhibit is open to the public. All works of art are labeled by number, giving viewers the opportunity to vote for their two favorite pieces of art. At the end of the exhibit the votes will be tallied up and the top 3 three-dimen...
On Saturday, May 20, 2017, Heart to Heart Fitness Center held their annual 10K Walk & Run (TMG) to benefit the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club. 68 walkers and 67 runners participated in near perfect weather conditions of sunny and cool. The course was set with walkers taking off at 9:00am from Heart to Heart and runners leaving the starting line at 9:30am. From there they followed Route 37 and turned right on Helena Road, right onto Solomon Road and another right on to Frogtown Road and ending...
Last weekend was a hot one so, a couple groups' of kids hit the roadside to raise money. In Kanatakon, Camrin King is trying to raise money for various lacrosse expenses and he, along with mom and sister Bria, sold Indian Tacos and Lemonade. On Kawehnoke, a group of friends set up a roadside stand and sold a variety of items in hopes of making enough money to buy themselves some Polaroid cameras and film. They plan to donate any extra money they made towards bracelets for the elderly in the...
Reprinted from Wampum Belts of the Iroquois by Tehanetorens This belt was used by the women of the nation to symbolize their authority for adopting a prisoner of war. The belt removed the cloud of the women's mourning and made a son of the captive. It could save a life if presented by a woman. It is provided thus: Any member of the Five Nations, who through esteem or other feelings, wishes to adopt an individual, a family, or a number of families, may offer adoption to him or them, and if...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, May 13-18: On May 13, police ticketed Jacob E. Burk, 29, of Hogansburg for driving while intoxicated, and stopping, standing or parked on pavement. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on June 6. On May 13, police ticketed Benjamin D. Bowen, 44, of Moira for speeding (allegedly 53 mph in a 35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on June 5. On May 13, police picked up Calsey R.E. Bigtree-Thompson, 26, of Hogansburg on a bench warrant. She was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and ordered to...
The MCA Community Health Program is hosting a Little Heroes Safety Training Camp & Obstacle Race! This event is free and is open to ages 2-15 years! Light dinner will be provided. This is a free event, but space is limited so please be sure to register today! The event will take place on Friday, June 9th from 5-8 p.m. Help your child learn some safety tips before summer vacation! Register now at www.studiobookingsonline.com/MCACommunityHealthProgram....
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The North Country Regional Economic Development Council (NCREDC) held its second public meeting of 2017 in Potsdam, St. Lawrence County. During the meeting, the Council welcomed three new members, received status updates on various projects and discussed regional elements enacted in the 2017-2018 New York State Budget. The new members joining the Council at today's meeting were: Brian Ashley, Executive Director, Fort Drum Regional Liaison Organization; Kylie Peck, President and CEO, Greater...
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