A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Continued from last week. Violation of our Spiritual Rights Removing the remains from their eternal resting place is a great desecration to both the dead and the living. The disturbance, destruction, and theft of the dead is a violation of the religious and spiritual welfare of the Haudenosaunee. As long as the human remains are disturbed, there will be spiritual consequences to our people. The desecration of the graves of our ancestors, no matter what the age of the burial, is a violation of our religious freedom. Permits issued by the State...
TSILHQOT’IN NATION WELCOMES RECOGNITION OF FULL ABORIGINAL TITLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN CANADIAN HISTORY Vancouver, BC (June 26, 2014): The Tsilhqot’in Nation welcomes the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision overruling the BC Court of Appeal’s judgment on Aboriginal title. The Supreme Court of Canada upheld the 2007 ruling of the BC Supreme Court and declared Aboriginal title to approximately 2000 km2 in the heart of the Tsilhqot’in homeland, in the Cariboo-Chilcotin region of British Columbia. The Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling ends a long his...
On Tuesday June 24, the St. Regis Mohawk School held a Talent Show for students. Several students took advantage of the opportunity to show their talent to their classmates and teachers. Master of Ceremonies was student Talynn Wylie who kept a steady flow of performers going for the crowd. Staff that volunteered to make the event a success were Ellen Cook, Justin Hahn and Warren Potter. Everyone did a great job!...
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Bears Den had perfect weather last weekend to celebrate and say thank you to its loyal customers by providing two days of activities and specials during Customer Appreciation Weekend. Bears Den has been in operation for over 55 years and is one of the oldest and trusted businesses in Akwesasne. It has seen many changes but its excellent customer service remains the same. The fun started on Saturday with face painting by Belly Buttons the Clown, Bounce houses, fifty-cent ice cream cones and...
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The Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School recently held their graduation on June 26, 2014 in the auditorium. Principal Patricia Brown, along with Vice Principals Jason Wagensveld and Lyle Ferguson, and local dignitaries, presented one hundred and sixteen students with diplomas, certificates and awards. CCVS held their graduation in two sessions, the morning graduation ceremony session was held at 10am for students with their last name beginning with the letter A to L, and the afternoon...
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Peter Garrow recently spoke at a number of graduations and several people so much enjoyed his speech they wanted copies. We think it’s great too! So here is his speech from the CCVS graduation ceremony. She:kon, Bon Jour and Greetings to all gathered here today to celebrate this milestone, these achievements by the class of 2014 here at CCVS. Firstly I want to make you aware that last Tuesday night at AMBE’s 8th Grade graduation held at Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School, the gym was packed, standing room only. What makes this event remarkable and mem...
Third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance - On June 15, the Tribal Police K9 Team arrested Pamela C. Marashian, 55 and Elizabeth R. Goodfellow, 33, both of Massena after allegedly discovering 101 Endocet (oxycodone) and one Xanax. Police allegedly found the drugs during a traffic stop. Marashian was also charged with having a controlled substance in its non-original container and two unspecified traffic citations. Arrest warrant - John W. Santarsiero, 40, of Rooseveltown was arrested June 21 on a warrant alleging second-degree...
A celebration of 60 years together shows an incredible ride of a loving couple well known throughout the community of Ahkwesahsne. On July 5th, 1954, Winnifred Arquette Mitchell and Reginald Mitchell were married in the St. Regis Catholic Church with the late Margaret King and the late Robert Sunday as witnesses. They have always been a couple seen riding together in their family vehicle and most likely holding hands as they rode. When you meet them today, you can still see the love in their...
(June 30, 2014) Albany, NY — Local communities have triumphed over the fracking industry in precedent-setting case decided today by the New York Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court. In a test case pitting community rights against the oil and gas industry, the Court ruled that the towns of Dryden and Middlefield can use local zoning laws to ban heavy industry, including oil and gas operations, within municipal borders. “Today the Court stood with the people of Dryden and the people of New York to protect their right to self deter...
We had been promising the kids a trip to Washington DC for the last two summers. Something always came up though. Someone got sick, only one parent could get the time off work, there was extreme weather warnings. When we were on our way home from Myrtle Beach we decided to stop for the weekend in that city. Big brother was so excited since he’s the big history buff who knows what museums are there. The night we arrived it was late and we had to really fight to make the boys go to sleep. They were just so excited to go exploring that all they di...
(Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center) March 6, 2014 - Since electronic cigarettes were introduced to the world a decade ago, they have grabbed headlines, frustrated physicians and thoroughly confused consumers. “Our patients are highly motivated to quit, but they’re confused about the mixed messages of e-cigarettes,” said Donna Manders, a certified tobacco treatment specialist at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. “A lot of them believe the hype that is out there, that these must be safe because they’re being sold everywhere.” Unfortunate...
By Jennifer Herne, LVT The summer heat is upon us. It is important to understand how important it is too keep your dogs cool in extreme temperatures. Did you know that dogs cannot sweat? Well, they sweat a very small amount through the pads on their feet but the main way they keep cool is by panting. In extreme heat panting isn't always enough to avoid heat stroke. It can happen quickly. This is why it is important to keep fresh cool water available for your dog at all times, especially outdoor...
1) What is the Name of the ticks that are found in Ont. and Que.? Answer: They are called blacklegged ticks or deer ticks 2) How long can an infected tick be attached to a person before it can spread Lyme disease? Answer: An infected tick can be attached to a person for 24 to 36 hours. 3) Developing a red, circular rash (bulls-eye rash) may develop after being bitten by an infected tick. What other symptoms may a person get after being bitten by an infected tick. Answer: Flu-like symptoms including fatigue, chills, fever, headache, muscle and...
With the attendance at the 3 Nations tournament dwindling, CAA Management was approached with an opportunity to host a benefit tournament in its place. CAA management was both excited and honored to put on this tournament on June 28, 2014 at the prestigious Malone Golf Club. The tournament was thrown together very quickly with the ultimate goal of raising money for the Akwesasne Storm Minor Lacrosse, Death Benefits, and Tri-District Elders bus purchase. In addition CAA decided that they also...
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SENATORS TO NYPA: GET BACK TO THE TABLE State Senators Patty Ritchie, Joe Griffo and George Maziarz, the Chair of the State Senate’s Energy Committee, joined together to call on the New York Power Authority to get back to the table, after NYPA abruptly ended talks on benefits to local communities impacted by the sprawling St. Lawrence-FDR power dam. “The shoreline communities sacrificed so much to make the St. Lawrence Power Project possible, and the impact is still being felt today,” said Senator Ritchie. “The Power Authority needs to reach a...
Division: Administration Salary: $57,740.80 – 97,052.80 11-3121 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 11, 2014 Description of Position: Responsible for the overall operation and leadership of, and the efficient and effective operations of the Human Resources Department of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. The Director of Human Resources assumes responsibility for developing, monitoring and ensuring that the department is operating within the guidelines of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe policies and procedures, internal control standar...
Division: Environment, Solid Waste Management Program Salary: $42,910.40-92,372.80 11-9199 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihko:wa/July 11, 2014 Description of Position: Direct and implement the goals and mission of Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Solid Waste Management program in compliance with the Tribe’s Solid Waste Management Code and applicable environmental statutes. Responsible for supervisory and administrative work relating to the Tribal solid waste management program and transfer station operations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s deg...
Division: Workforce Investment Act Program (WIA) Salary: $8.50 Status: Summer, Non-Exempt Deadline: Ohiarihkó:wa/July 11, 2014 Description of Position: Positions located with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Qualifications: The following information must be attached with application: Income Statement, NYS Working Permit, and Tribal Status Card. Tribal Minimum wage applies $ 8.50 for more information and applications stop by or call the workforce office 358-2272 Ext 217. Incomplete application will delay process. Age restrictions apply 16-21....
Saint Lawrence Seaway is non-competitively recruiting for 2 temporary Laborer positions under the following special hiring authorities. Applications can only be accepted from qualified individuals who are eligible under one or more of the following special hiring authorities: Schedule A, 213.3102 (u) for Persons having a Disability; or Individuals eligible under the Veterans’ Recruitment Appointment Authority; or 30% or more Disabled Veterans. Applications will be accepted from eligible individuals until July 14, 2014. For more information o...
Program: Education Reports to: School Principal Salary: Based on AMBE/PSAC Salary Grid for Teachers QUALIFICATIONS: Fluency in Kanien’keha with Post Secondary education; teacher qualifications preferred. Interested individuals should submit a resume, letter of interest, and copies of required certificates by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11th, 2014 By mail to: Jean A. Benedict, HR Generalist Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education P.O. Box 819 Cornwall, ON K6H 5T7 In person to: Jean A. Benedict, HR Generalist Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education 1...
