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Submitted by Darcy O’Connell Tsi Snaihne School held its year-end awards ceremony on Thursday, June 20th in the school gymnasium. Awards were presented for academic achievement, most improved, Mohawk (male/female), art, music, computers, and physical education. These are photos of the award winners in each class. (AA=academic achievement, MI=most improved, M=Mohawk, a=art, m=music, C=computers, PE=phys. ed.)...
On May 31st, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held its annual Long Term Service Recognition Luncheon at the Kanatakon Rec. The event recognized MCA employees who have reached the 35, 30, 25, 20, 15 and 10 year milestones in their careers with Mohawk Council. This week, Indian Time showcases some of those who have reached 15 years of service. See next week for the remainder of the employees who have reached 15 years of service. 15 YEARS Heather David Tracie Jacobs Arlene David Catherine...
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President Barack Obama has laid out a package of measures aimed at curbing climate change, including limits on emissions from power plants. He also unveiled plans for an expansion of renewable energy projects, improved flood resilience and calls for an international climate deal. Administration officials had earlier rejected the idea of a “carbon tax”. President Obama pledged in his inaugural address in January to act on climate change in his second term. Speaking at Georgetown University in Washington DC, President Obama said: “As a presi...
Last Wednesday, Kanatakon 5th and 6th graders gave a presentation for parents. As Kaweienon:ni Peters said, “Today the students will be the teachers.” The students recited the 50 Chief Titles of the Condolence Cane within the five nations; Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga and Seneca, an accomplishment Peters’ called a big feat, saying that even some of the leadership is still learning them. The students are in the transition program after being in the immersion program for years. The prese...
Native Peoples and Allies Plan Campaign to Renew the Two Row Wampum 400 year-old treaty for peace and friendship to be marked with educational events and historic canoe trip The Two Row Wampum Renewal Campaign, a statewide educational initiative throughout 2013, announced the formal endorsement of the campaign by the Haudenosaunee Grand Council today. The campaign was initiated by Neighbors of the Onondaga Nation, a project of the Syracuse Peace Council, and developed in partnership with the Onondaga Nation and members of other Haudenosaunee na...
Lyme disease is a serious illness spread by the bite of certain species of ticks. Ticks are small insect-like parasites that feed on the blood of animals, including humans. For most Canadians, the risk of getting Lyme disease is fairly low, but it is increasing. You should take steps to reduce your risk if you spend time outdoors in areas where there may be ticks. HOW LYME DISEASE IS SPREAD Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi. This bacterium is normally carried by...
This year’s Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club End of the Year Bash was held at the AGBC on Friday, June 21. The event grew to include many more activities and saw involvement from more people and children. This year included two racecars belonging to Casey Swamp and Louie John Jackson Jr. They brought an activity this year which was a race car game with matchbox cars. There were also minute to win it games. In one of the games, kids strapped a pedometer to their head and whoever shook their head t...
Summer is here and the temperatures start rising, so does the risk of heat-related injuries in animals and children left in vehicles. •• Never leave children in the car, even to run a quick errand. In just three minutes in the sun, car interior temperatures can heat up from 78 to 100 degrees, putting your kids in danger of hyperthermia or heatstroke. •• Don’t take your pooch “on a ride” if they can’t come inside. If you are driving to destinations where you cannot bring your pet inside with you, don’t bring them in the first place. Leaving them...
CALL OUT: SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT FOR ELSIPOGTOG JUNE 24 2013 - Sovereignty Summer Campaign Calling for National Solidarity Actions and Support for Elsipogtog First Nation Front Line Activists - IDLE NO MORE & Defenders of the Land put out National Call to Action! ELSIPOGTOG FIRST NATION - This is an official notice and “Call Out” to all Idle No More & Defenders of the Land –Sovereignty Summer - activists, allies and supporters, and partnership organizations to act in aid and in the defense of grassroots Elsipogtog First Nation, families, commu...
PSC LOOKING AT NEW AREA CODE WITHIN 315 The New York State Public Service Commission is revisiting a plan to “overlay” or create a new area code within the current 315 area-code territory that, according to the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA), is nearing capacity. Currently, the 315 area code services 18 northern and central New York counties. The PSC estimates that it will be out of phone numbers by early 2015. The commission originally explored the idea of a new area code in 2007 and came up with the overlay area code idea...
Private David George, at age 18, in Normandy, France, July, 1945. Pvt. George served in WWII with the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders,3rd Infantry Division, 1st Canadian Army. He fought in North Africa and Sicily before landing on Juno Beach, June 6, 1944 on D-Day. He was a sharpshooter assigned to clear German snipers left behind when the Wermacht retreated. Promoted to corporal he helped liberate France, the Netherlands and Belgium. He was also part of a unit which freed inmates...
Apply at Indian Time newspaper Looking for someone to cover various local sports at all levels. Must meet a Monday deadline, have transportation, a camera, and have computer skills. Call 518-358-9531 or 613-575-2063 for information....
Division: Three Sisters Program Salary: $26,852.80 – 49,774.40 21-1021 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 12, 2013 Description of Position: The Domestic Violence Caseworker is responsible for advocating and supporting victims of family violence. The Caseworker is responsible for carrying a multiple caseload, offering transportation to and from court, and offering support in domestic violence situations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and have knowledge of the dynamics of domestic vio...
Division: IHS, Pharmacy Salary: $20,966.40 – 32,697.60 29-2052 Status: Evening hours, Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 12, 2013 Description of Position: Receive, scan and hand out prescriptions. Obtain relevant patient information. Answer phones and log prescriptions numbers. Qualifications: High School diploma and five year’s experience in related field. Pharmaceutical knowledge and communication skills required. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-3...
Division: IHS, Alcohol &Chemical Dependency Outpatient Program Salary: Dependent upon qualifications Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 5, 2013 Description of Position: Provide individual and group counseling to clients. Develop treatment plans for an approximate six month outpatient period. Maintain client’s file including admission data, progress notes, staging tools, assignments, and case consultation forms. Complete alcohol/drug evaluations with clients using assessment tools to determine a diagnosis and level of c...
Division: Office for the Aging Salary: $43,992 – 70,387.20 29-1111 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 5, 2013 Description of Position: The RN/Case Manager oversees the delivery of home care services to elderly clients enabling them to continue to living independently at their place of residence within the community of Akwesasne. They do this by assessing the needs of the elderly client, providing information on community based in-home services and programs that may be of assistance to the client, making referrals to a...
Division: Communications Salary: $45,094.40 – 118,289.60 11-2031 Status: Contractual, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 5, 2013 Description of Position: The Director of Communications is responsible for the strategic direction of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s tribal government public communications, public relations and events. Manages publications from concept to completion and translates objectives into creative strategies. The Director of Communications works closely with the Tribal Council and senior staff, educating the community and...
TWINLEAF Position: Accounting Representative Deadline: July 12, 2013 Job Purpose: As an Accounting Representative it will be your responsibility to perform all accounting functions for each business that the position supports. You will be expected to abide by a strict confidentiality agreement. Job Duties: · Daily AP/AR entries · Weekly AR reconciliations · Monthly closing reconciliations · Preparing financial reports, budgets, cost reports and financial forecasts on a regular basis for each business that the position supports. · Ensuring that...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following positions: •Elementary Teachers (3 positions) •Mohawk Language Teacher •Special Education Teacher •Physical Therapist (anticipated) •Library Media Specialist Submit application, letter of interest and current resume with references to: Angela Robert, Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
TWINLEAF Position: Financial Manager Deadline: July 12, 2013 Job Purpose: As a Financial Manager you will be responsible for the organization’s financial plans and policies, preparing complex budgets for annual planning, providing summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook, as well as other cost accounting. You will be expected to abide by a strict confidentiality agreement. Job Duties: · Responsible for the month-end and year-end closing process as well as coordinating day-to-day accounting for a multitude...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays June 28th-Victoria Conners June 29th-Ruth Hill, Peter Angus, Leona Thompson, Laura Cree, Shirley Vodron Closed for repair. Please note: there will be no Book Club for the summer months; meetings will start back up in September. IAKHIHSOHTHA LODGE Home for the Elderly 613-575-2507 *Please refrain from wearing excessive scents when visiting, many of our residents are sensitive. Bingo every Thursday at 7:00 call before 5:00 if you need a ride on the bingo bus. IMPORTANT...
Fri. June 28th Dr. Forson-by appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. June 29th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Mon July 1st Closed Tues. July 2nd Dr. Forson-by appt. 9:00-11:00 Wed. July 3rd Lab 8:30-10:00 Thurs. July 4th No Doctor...
Fri. June 28th Joelle Regnier, NP 8:30-12:00-Elders Clinic 1:00-4:00-by appt. Friday June 29th No Clinic Mon. July 1st Closed Tues. July 2nd Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. July 3rd Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Joelle Regnier, NP 1:00-4:00-by appt. 5:00-8:00-Walk-In Thurs. July 4th Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 1:00-4:00...
“Please note that Brady D. Mitchell-Lazore of 312 McDonald Road. Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A1 will be submitting to the Registrar of Civil Status an application to change his name to Brady D. Mitchell...
