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  • Mohawks are "Squatters" According to Local Real Estate Company

    Doug George Kanentiio|May 25, 2017

    The General Real Estate Company (www.generalrealestate.us), with an address on Frogtown Road in “Hogansburg” NY has a curious, and controversial property listing with the cite of MLS #158999. The property for sale is described as 240 acres of “investment and development” land within a few hundred feet of the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino (it is actually further away) with “tribal water and sewer” (not connected but implied it could be). Besides the suggestion that the land could be a business site, the summation also notes that the property is...

  • Downtown Cornwall Forest Walk - Guided Event

    May 25, 2017

    A fun event! Discover trees with friends on a forest walk through Cornwall’s historic square mile. Throughout the city there are a variety of types and ages of trees. This 4 km walk takes you on a short adventure right in the city. Sunday, May 28 at 1:00 p.m. Meet at Cornwall Public Library Terrace Cornwall Outdoor Club Forest Walk Route: Start in Horovitz Memorial Park at First and Amelia St. After exploring the park walk up Sydney Street. At Sixth St. turn east until you reach Gloucester St. Turn right and go down the hill. At Third St. l...

  • Tsi Snaihne School Tom Longboat Race

    May 25, 2017

    Submitted by Lynda Brown...

  • DAPL Civil Suit Dropped Against Archambault & Standing Rock Council Members

    May 25, 2017

    Reprinted with permission from Indian Country Media May 19, 2017. Standing Rock Sioux Chairman David Archambault II and several tribal council members are no longer facing a civil suit from Energy Transfer Partners (ETP) over their alleged role in protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL). U.S. District Judge Daniel Hovland dismissed the lawsuit filed last August by Dakota Access LLC, the ETP subsidiary building the pipeline. In filing the lawsuit against Archambault and other tribal officials, the company had cited safety issues in...

  • Dozens of classic, antique, custom cars come out for Great Northern NY Auto Show in Massena

    Andy Gardner|May 25, 2017

    MASSENA -- Frenchie's Great Northern New York Auto Show returned to downtown Massena on Saturday, May 20, bringing dozens of unique vehicles from today dating as far back as the 1920s. A portion of East Orvis Street was blocked off from Howard Street to Railroad Street. Vehicles came from around the North Country and Canada. The event raised money for the Boys and Girls Club of Massena. Car entry was free, but those in the show could elect to pay a donation to the club and be entered into...

  • Martha Montour Reappointed to Judicial Oversight Commission

    May 25, 2017

    AKWESASNE - The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council is pleased to announce that Martha Montour has been reappointed for another three (3) year term on the Tribe's Judicial Oversight Commission. With the signing of Tribal Council Resolution (TCR) 2017-28 on Onerahtohkó:wa/May 8, 2017, Montour continues her work with the other two commissioners: Kurt Fetter and Penny Coleman. Their mandate is to ensure compliance with established standards of judicial behavior for all tribal judges as set forth in...

  • American Legion Receives Akwesasne Mohawk Code Talkers Commemorative Print

    May 25, 2017

    On Saturday, May 20th, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council proudly presented American Legion Post #1479 with a canvas print commemorating the Akwesasne Mohawk Code Talkers Congressional Medal Ceremony held on May 28, 2016. Last year's event saw 17 Congressional Silver Medals and 7 Bronze Medals bestowed upon Akwesasne veterans who utilized Kanien'kéha (Mohawk language) in helping the U.S. to be victorious during World War II. Accepting on behalf of the American Legion was 2nd Vice-Commander...

  • AFN National Chief Says Clear Communication with Family Members is Essential in National Inquiry into MMWG

    May 25, 2017

    (Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde supports the many families of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls who have expressed their growing frustration with the National Inquiry. Family members and the AFN have continually made strong, clear calls for action and justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women and their families. National Chief Bellegarde expressed concerns in an open letter last October regarding the lack of communication with families and First Nations in general. The letter...

  • Anowara'ko:wa Arena Announcement

    May 25, 2017

    The Anowara’ko:wa Arena Pavilion is complete, however, their is some landscaping on-going and the ground can be soft and muddy during the rain. Please be careful when entering the Pavilion area. Sport Lights are on every Wednesday through Sunday until 11pm. Enter the sport field at your risk and enjoy this convenience. Please continue to wear clean indoor shoes when entering and playing on the Arena Rink floor. No spectators allowed on rink floor during game intermissions....

  • Memorial Day Parade, 1992

    May 25, 2017

    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 Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....

  • CASE SUPERVISOR – EDUCATOR - IATC

    May 25, 2017

    Salary Level: DC 06; STEP 2-3; $50,845.24 - $52,879.05 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Clinical Coordinator, the general purpose of the Case Supervisor/ Educational instructor position is to provide, plan, develop, implement and evaluate specialized educational programs for IATC clientele. The incumbent is responsible for providing shift supervision to ensure client monitoring within the prescribed program plan and delivery of educational programming. The Educational Instructor will assist in client...

  • CHILD PROTECTION WORKER

    May 25, 2017

    Salary Level: HS 03 Step 2 – 3; $46,709.45 - $48,577.83 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Intake & Investigations Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring the protection of children and for providing support to children taken into care and for preparation of court documents, attendance and participation in court proceeding and is well versed and knowledgeable of both Ontario and Quebec. QUALIFICATIONS: • BSW preferred, BA in related field accepted. • Minimum two (2) years work experience in social work required. • A c...

  • REGISTERED DIETITIAN - CHN

    May 25, 2017

    Salary Level: NUTRI; STEP 2-3; $67,362.53 - $68,128.04 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and the delivery of nutrition counseling and education to the community residents of Akwesasne. QUALIFICATIONS: • A Baccalaureate in Dietetics and Human Nutrition. • A minimum of 1 year experience with workplans development and budgets. • Eligibility for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and Ordre des Dietetistes du Quebec and Dietitians of Ca...

  • ENTRY LEVEL - CONSTABLE

    May 25, 2017

    Annual Salary: $47,638.24 - $84,374.75 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the public duties associated with maintaining and fostering community peace and social order within the framework of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) Philosophy. To investigate criminal, non-criminal and traffic occurrences within the territory of Akwesasne of which the AMPS has jurisdiction. QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma or Equivalent; (at least 19 years of age) • Graduate of a 2 year Police Foundations Program is considered an asset • A clear...

  • Cornwall Inter-faith Iftar

    May 25, 2017

    You are cordially invited to attend the Cornwall Inter-faith Iftar Come and celebrate Diversity, Inclusion, #InterFaithHarmony Cornwall Muslim/non-Muslim Dialogue (CMND) Thursday, June 8, 2017 7:00pm Knox St. Paul Church Hall 800 12th Street E, Cornwall...

  • DATA MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR - WHW

    May 25, 2017

    Salary Level: SP08 Step 2-3; $45,794.86 - $47,626.65 POSITION SUMMARY: The primary objective of the Data Management Coordinator (DMC) position is to provide data management support for Management and Staff of the Department of Health within Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. The DMC’s role involves determining management’s information needs, automating databases and related systems, automating processes for data collection and reporting, testing, validating and interpreting data outputs and provides reports to managers and funding agencies. QUA...

  • Tota News

    May 25, 2017

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: May 25th Rosemarie Jacobs & Rosemary LeBlanc May 26th Martha Conners May 28th Martha Mitchell & Edith Rybke May 30th Alexina Auger, Norman Tarbell & Howard Lough Events: May 25th – Growing Stronger Exercise-10:00; Shopping-1:00; May 26th – Closed; May 29th – Closed; May 30th – Massage-8:20; Growing Stronger Exercise-10:00; Shopping-1:00; May 31st – Taste Testing & Vitals-10:30; Legal Aid-1:30; June 1st – Growing Stronger Exercise-10:00; Shopping-1:00 IAKHIHSOHTH...

  • Massena Central School District Job Posting

    May 25, 2017

    Massena Central School District is currently accepting applications for a NYS certified Physical Education Teacher. Professional applications are available from the District Office or can be downloaded from http://www.mcs.k12.ny.us/. Please direct questions to (315) 764-3700, extension 3011 or [email protected]. All written correspondence should be addressed to Human Resource Office, Massena Central School District, 84 Nightengale Ave., Massena, NY 13662. Deadline: May 30, 2017....

  • Tsionkwanatiio Clean up

    May 25, 2017

    Together Let’s Make Tsionkwanatiio A Nice Place Again! Saturday, May 27, 2017 10:00 AM All community members are welcome to come help spruce up Tsionkwanatiio. Potluck to Follow • Lawn Care • Level Drive down to river • Pick up and Dispose of Hazardous Materials • Secure Well and Repair Buildings • Dismantle Falling Structures (Barns) In need of supplies and equipment to assist in making this community space safe again. FMI: (613) 932-9452....

  • INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES FOR SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBE

    May 25, 2017

    The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT), Human Resources Division, is soliciting proposals from New York State certified Insurance Brokers to provide Term-Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Disability (AD&D) and Supplemental Life insurance to approximately 600 full time employees (30 hours or more). The term of agreement will be for a three-year period. SRMT reserves the right to award one or more contracts. Proposals will be received until MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2017, 3:30 p.m. (EST). Questions concerning this Request for Proposal are to be directed in...

  • Akwesasne Elders' Appreciation Day

    May 25, 2017

    Join us at the Sock Hop to celebrate Akwesasne Elders’ Appreciation Day! Thursday, June 15, 2017 10:00am – 4:00pm Open to the community 1:00pm-4:00pm SRMT Office of the Aging 29 Business Park Road Akwesasne, NY This is a FREE Event * Door Prizes * Free Lunch * Car & Tractor Show * The River Mohawk Band * Guest Speaker Nancy Galway...

  • GRANT WRITERS SOUGHT Notice - RFP #17-0132 INVITATION FOR PROPOSALS

    May 25, 2017

    The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is soliciting proposals from qualified Grant Writing Consultant(s) to assist in researching and identifying for potential grants and providing grant writing services associated with the completion and submission of Federal, State and Foundation grant applications. Bids will be received until June 1, 2017, 3:30 p.m. (EDT). Questions concerning this Invitation for Proposals are to be directed in writing until May 25, 2017. The following preferences apply to this solicitation: Native Preference, Women Business...

  • American Legion Post 1479 Memorial Day Parade

    May 25, 2017

    The annual Memorial Day parade hosted by the American Legion Post 1479 will be held this Sunday, May 28th. This year’s theme is ‘Uniting Families to Honor & Remember Our Fallen.’ Line-up and check-in will begin at 10:45 a.m. at Smokes Stacks. Parade will start promptly at noon, rain or shine, and will run from Mill Street and to the American Legion along Rt. 37. Detours will be set up prior to parade time and traffic may be backed up for an hour or so. Please drive safe and plan accordingly. For more info call 358-9976....

  • St. Regis Mission News

    May 25, 2017

    Fri., May 26/17 -12:10 pm. Offered for Alfred and Kanekenia Lazore Garrow, and Stella Hamelin. Requested by Sally Hamelin. Sat., May 27/17 - 4:00 pm. Anticipated Holy Mass at the St. Kateri Tekakwitha Cemetery. Offered for Angus Adams - 2nd Anniversary, and Danny Jo Adams - 30th Anniversary. Requested by Veronica Adams and Family. Sat., May 27 - 6:30 pm. Community Mass at Tri-District Elders Lodge. Offered for Benny Roundpoint - Memorial Birthday (actual May 21). Requested by wife, Julia, and Family. Sun., May 28/17 - 10:00 am. Ascension of...

  • NOTICE TO BIDDERS

    May 25, 2017

    Sealed bids for the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation 2017 Roofing Project for Mohawk River Village and McGee Road will be received until 3:00 pm, Wednesday, 14 June 2017 by the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation, Attention: Mary Jo Terrance, c/o Brooks Washburn Architect, PC, 22 Depot Street, Suite 16, Potsdam, NY 13676, at which place and time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Proposals received after that time will not be accepted. A MWBE (Minority/Woman Owned Business/Enterprise) participation goal of 30% of the total...

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