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  • 34 Activities and places to go - five safety considerations to factor in

    Jun 18, 2020

    As businesses reopen there are many factors to consider, the first factor is Akwesasne is still on a travel advisory with a 50-mile radius. Four doctors pointed to five factors, when considering how risky a given activity might be: 1. whether it’s inside or outside; 2. proximity to others; 3. exposure time; 4. likelihood of compliance; and 5. personal risk level. 1. Bars Risk level: 9 Experts agree – bars are very risky. People let their guard down when drunk, so expect fewer precautions to be followed at bars. Also, people can’t wear masks...

  • St. Lawrence County COVID-19 Update

    Jun 18, 2020

    As of Wednesday, June 17th: No new cases of COVID-19 were reported to the St. Lawrence County Public Health Department today, therefore the total number of confirmed positive cases to-date is 214 (two hundred and fourteen) 206 (two hundred and six) cases have been released from isolation* 0 (zero) hospitalized. 3 (three) deaths have occurred; this fatality data comes from the New York State Department of Health and was last updated on 6/17/20 before 2pm, (https://covid19tracker.health.ny.gov/views/NYS-COVID19-Tracker/NYSDOHC...

  • SLC Reopening Task Force Highlights Phase 3 Reopening Considerations

    Jun 18, 2020

    With the announcement from New York State that the North Country is starting Phase 3 of the Reopening process, the St. Lawrence County Reopening Task Force is providing summary guidance and further information for local businesses, communities, and citizens in the County. Phase 3 allows indoor restaurant and food services and personal care services to resume at 50% capacity. All restaurants and food services establishments, including food trucks and other food concessions may open indoor spaces with seating for customers as part of this phase....

  • Statement from NYS Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker on Overnight Summer Camps

    Jun 18, 2020

    ALBANY. Throughout this entire public health response, there isn’t a single decision we have not made based on data and science, rather than emotion. Using the best currently available science and data, I have reached a decision to prohibit overnight children’s camps from operating this season in New York State. Unlike day camps, which are approved to open June 29, overnight camps are a difficult setting to manage social distancing and face covering and infection control practices. Overnight camps have congregate settings and sleeping arr...

  • Franklin County COVID – 19 Update

    Jun 18, 2020

    Daily Statistics – Wednesday, June 17, 2020 0 Current Active Covid-19 19 Tested positive cases – we received revocation on 2 recent positives following a 3rd test administration at a different test site from the previous testing location. The first test was positive and the subsequent tests that followed were negative. 98 Probable 117 Cumulative total positive tested and probable 117 Resolved 8 Quarantine and Isolation 7811 Total Tests administered 7792 negative tests Daily Statistics – Tuesday, June 16, 2020 2 Current Active Covid-19 21 Teste...

  • MY UDDERLY VERSATILE DAIRY GOATS

    Jun 18, 2020

    Submitted by Oksana Wynnik 4-H Member, Kids 4 Kids of Franklin County We have a small herd of NIGERIAN DWARF goats. They are a breed of dairy goats that originated in Africa and are a lot smaller than the other dairy breeds. Their milk differs quite a lot from other goats as well. Their milk has 6 to 10 percent butterfat. That makes it ideal for making other dairy products other than just using it for drinking. Despite their tiny size they produce between 2 to 4 pounds of milk per day. Since we...

  • Blast photo from the 1977 Akwesasne Warriors Senior Lacrosse Souvenir Book

    Jun 18, 2020

    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....

  • Police Blotter

    Jun 18, 2020

    Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Police Blotter: 06-11-2020 On 06-02-2020 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Chad J. Garrow 25 of Hogansburg, NY for speed in zone 53-35 mph zone and unlicensed operation. Tickets are returnable to Tribal Court on 06-18-2020. On 06-02-2020 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed James L. Labarr 27 of Bombay, NY for speed in zone 55-35 mph zone. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on 07-16-2020. On 06-02-2020 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Jay R. Francis 33 of Hogansburg, NY for inadequate headlight....

  • Purple Ribbon Gift Shop

    Jun 18, 2020

    On behalf of the late Lucy Roundpoint, the family would like to thank her many customers from Akwesasne and the surrounding area for their support and patronage throughout the years. The “Purple Ribbon Gift Shop”, located at the Peacetree Mall in Akwesasne, has closed for the time being. It will be reopening under new management as Hummingbird Gift Shop in the very near future....

  • ANTICIPATED VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Jun 18, 2020

    Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following positions: New York State Certified K-12 Music Teacher Application Deadline: July 3, 2020 Full job descriptions and applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert Assistant Superintendent Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937 The Salmon River Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, political...

  • Indian Time Newspaper Reporter/Photographer

    Jun 18, 2020

    RESPONSIBLE TO: Editor JOB DUTIES: 1. Photograph and report on community events and conduct interviews for Indian Time Newspaper. 2. Meet deadlines for Editor and Layout Artist. 3. Produce news articles and related materials using computer programs such as Word and email for submission and Editor’s approval. 4. Develop ideas for news stories and must be available for scheduled and unscheduled community events and activities. Willingness to keep a flexible schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must enjoy meeting people and talking with people. 2. P...

  • Tota News

    Jun 18, 2020

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Let us know if you need our assistance, we will keep trying our best to help! Birthdays: June 18th-Elizabeth Tarbell, Lynn LaFrance & James D. White June 19th-Sharon Thompson & Susan Hayes June 20th-James R. Lazore, Wilbert Tarbell & Carl Patterson June 21st-Tina Tarbell June 22nd-Christina Hamelin & Phyllis Point June 23rd-Bernice Lazore June 24th-“Jake” Ernest Adams June 25th- Donald D. Thompson, Alma Ransom & Theresa Martin Events: All events are cancelled until further not...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Jun 18, 2020

    Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 12:10pm - offered for Kerney Cole, by Funeral Collection. Friday, June 19, 2020 at 12:10pm - offered for Dulsie Thompson/Hall, by Funeral Collection. Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 4:00pm - offered for Abe David, offered by Dr. Dubuc & staff. Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 10:00am - offered for Father’s Day, all living and deceased. Monday, June 22, 2020 - NO MASS. Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 7:00pm - offered for Alfred Laffin, by Funeral Collection. Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 12:10pm - offered for Mary Duphine Cree, by F...

  • Are you concerned how you will feed your family or is there an elder you know that needs food? Here's a list of available meals in Akwesasne.

    Jun 18, 2020

    For those 18 years of age and younger: -Salmon River Central provides breakfast and lunch -Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club provides dinner For our elders: -The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office for the Aging provides daily hot meals or shelf stable food. For families: -Mohawk Indian Housing has a monthly food pantry -Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Food Distribution Program is open by appointment M-W-F Contact the EOC @ 518-320-0019 M-F 9-5 for more information....

  • Legal Notice

    Jun 18, 2020

    Public notice is hereby given to Lawrence Mitchell, Jr. that on January 3, 2020 Andrew G. Lazore and Thomas M. Lazore, Claimants, filed a land dispute complaint at the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. The Claimants allege wrongful conveyance of Lot #619, encroachment, and damage to the property. The Court requests that Lawrence Mitchell, Jr. appear on July 7, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. for a hearing on this matter. In the event that Mr. Mitchell fails to appear, the Court may proceed in this case and address the claims raised by Andrew G. Lazore and...

  • Rt. 56 Drive In rules for COVID 19:

    Jun 18, 2020

    1. You must wear a mask outside of your vehicle. No exceptions! 2. 1 person in line for concession purchase. 3. Park in the middle between the posts, you can sit outside of the vehicle, but only in front of vehicle. 4. All lights must remain off during movies! 5. Social distancing guidlines will be strictly enforced. 6. Bathrooms will be open, limited to 3 persons at a time. Unless child accompanied by 1 adult. 7. We have limited capacity, please arrive early. 8. All rules are to be followed, no exceptions, no refunds!!...

  • CDL Driver

    Jun 18, 2020

    CAA Management is currently looking for reliable, hardworking talent for the following positions.... CDL Driver...

  • Clinic Schedules

    Jun 18, 2020

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