A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Akwesasne’s border crisis had a number of ups and downs this week and although the bridge was closed to northbound traffic as of press time Wednesday night, some hope for a resolution is in sight. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne announced Wednesday that they have developed a plan of action which Canada Border Services Agency has been open to. The plan calls for the border to be fully re-opened to all traffic within two weeks, and CBSA will place their armed agents at the foot of the north s...
Two Cornwall Island men were federally charged after a search of their vehicle at U.S. Customs unveiled approximately $1.5 million worth of ecstasy pills. Police say Mitchell David, 53 and Silas Benedict, 50 were crossing into the U.S. from Canada at the Massena/Rooseveltown port of entry. A closer inspection of their pickup truck using a density meter helped to uncover the drugs. Approximately 50,000 ecstasy pills were found in sandwich bags hidden in the truck’s spare tire. The two men along with their vehicle and drugs were turned over f...
This week the United States Drug Enforcement Agency announced they have dismantled a marijuana drug smuggling operation based in Northern New York. Thirteen individuals have been named in an indictment, each facing federal prison time. The DEA and assisting police forces work collaboratively under the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) and they have now dismantled three drug operations under Operation Iron Curtain. The superseding indictment, filed June 10, 2009, charges...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held the swearing-in ceremony Monday for eight of the twelve district chiefs along with the new grand chief. Two appeals were filed following MCA’s June 27, 2009 election. The first was an appeal for a recount of the Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island) results, as only two votes separated the 4th and 5th vote getters. The recount yielded the same results however, with the four elected district chiefs – Abram Benedict, Cheryl Jacobs, Wesley Benedict and Brian David – r...
Mr. David A. Richmond, age 68, of 79 Homestead Road, Ledyard, Connecticut, a native of Akwesasne, died Sunday, June 28 at his home in the comfort of his loving family. He was born July 26, 1940 on the Akwesasne Mohawk Reservation in Hogansburg, the son of the late Donald and Irene (Ransom) Richmond. He was a Vietnam veteran serving two tours of duty. He was united in marriage to the former Trudy Ray of the Schaticoke Tribal Nation in August of 1978 in the Long House. Mr. Richmond was a self-employed contractor building homes and had formerly...
Raymond Sicard died at the Janet MacDonell Pavilion, on Sunday, July 5, 2009. Husband by a former marriage of Marlene Thompson of Akwesasne. Dear father of Brandon Thompson and Laura Thompson both of Akwesasne. Dear step-father of Billy Joe Thompson (Natasha) of Cornwall. Cherished grandfather of Quinton Brandon Jr, Keighlan, Channel, and Kanya. Dear son of the late Albert Sicard and the late Laura (Proulx) Sicard. Dear brother of Rita Murray (Bill) of Kingston, Lorette Barnhart (Howard) of...
Dave “Sweet Knees” Richmond was a survivor and a winner. He endured combat tours in Vietnam where he was a member of the US Army’s Rangers. He lived through the troubles of 1979-80 as one of the leaders of the Mohawk Nation men, keeping them calm, showing them through example how to control their emotions, how to take a stand without having to resort to bluster and anger. Dave defended the Nation, he stood for the rights of the people, he contributed to the rise of Mohawk nationalism. He believe...
A celebration will be held for a young woman Kenkiokoktha Theresa Bear Fox on Thursday July 16th. The Mohawk Nation Longhouse will be the location for the gathering as we honor Bear for her contributions to the community of Ahkwesahsne. She will be receiving the First Peoples Fund “ Community Spirit Award”. This honor was bestowed onto Bear from another well deserving honoree, Delia Cook. Delia was nominated and selected in December of 2007. At that time she was so surprised to hear of her nom...
In one of the liveliest concerts to ever come to Akwesasne, country star and famous father Billy Ray Cyrus took the stage at Jacobs Manufacturing in Frogtown, Akwesasne to crowd of about 2,000. Cyrus first flew to international fame in the early 1990s with his hit “Achy Breaky Heart.” After falling off the radar for several years he came back into spotlight with an acting role as Robbie Ray on the Disney show Hannah Montana, where his real life daughter Miley Cyrus plays his on screen daughter....
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Lisa and Glen Jock explored an idea two years ago that has turned into a growing business for them in Akwesasne. Sanitation Solutions Portable Restrooms is the community’s only business offering “port-a-pottys” for rent. In 2007 Glen Jock was working on the windmills in another town and he took note of a serviceman who would come to the work site and service the portable restroom there. After a while he began asking questions about that type of his business and soon after he and his wife purch...
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne – Last week, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne expressed its appreciation to local residents for their continued patience and support and stated that there are ongoing efforts to resolve the bridge closure in a timely manner. The Mohawk Council understands that Canada Border Services Agency’s decision to close the Seaway International Bridge Crossing one month ago has placed unnecessary hardships on community members. During the past month, MCA has been working hard to address local concerns and re-open the bridge cros...
This announcement is to give notice to the Eligible Voters of the Mohawks of Akwesasne that an election will be held to elect four Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Members. The nominations for three 3 Year Term and one By-election to complete a 3 year Term position, will be held on Saturday July 25th 2009 from 9 o’clock (a.m.) to 4 o’clock (p.m.) at the following locations: Tri District Elders Lodge- Kawehnoke St. Regis Recreation Center – Kanatakon Snye Recreation Center — Tsi Snaihne The current Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Educati...
A select number of Mohawk students who graduated this June from Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School were honored with bursaries Friday from Enbridge Inc. and the Bank of Montreal. Every year the two corporations honor Akwesasne graduates to show their support for the Akwesasne community and education of young Mohawks. All ten students who received the bursaries are going to pursue a secondary education. Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Director Barry Montour reminded the teenagers that...
Hollis White, Akwesasne birder and naturalist, and Denise, educator, took the opportunity of their retirement to travel to the United Kingdom. Hollis is part of an international network of birders, corresponding with birders throughout the United Kingdom as well as Australia. Both enjoy history. “Our hosts were Ronni (Veronica) and her family from Liverpool England who invited us over. We stayed in a small bed and breakfast near Ronni’s home, met parents Peter and Pamela, sister Eileen, and bro...
By John J. Muldowney, President-Elect, Franklin County Bar Association Hon. Jan H. Plumadore recently announced his retirement as Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York. In May, Judge Plumadore announced his retirement as Deputy Chief Administrative Judge of all New York State Courts outside of New York City. The Franklin County Bar Association salutes Judge Plumadore and his extraordinary accomplishments in 32 years of dedicated judicial service to Franklin County and to the citizens of New York State. Judge Plumadore, a native...
During the week of June 29 to July 2nd the Ronathahonni Cultural Center hosted and sponsored a Theatre Arts and Hoop Dance workshops that had a duration of six hours per day for four days in the “Children’s Octagon Building”. Both workshops were instructed by Rosa, Melvin & Crystal “Beanie” John of the “Indigenous Peoples Theatre of Toronto.” The first couple of day Rosa John instructed on the preparation of body readiness through exercise and stretching and we worked on critical thinking thro...
A different kind of fundraising event was held in Akwesasne last Thursday evening for a notable, familiar cause: Diabetes. A black tie dinner and “Dancing through the Years” entertainment event brought in nearly 300 people, all dressed in their best and ready for a great meal and great night of dancing. The event was a celebration of the Akwesasne Housing Authority’s 25th Anniversary and they in turn decided to have their anniversary celebration be a fundraiser for the Let’s Get Healthy Program...
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The other day, while driving through Akwesasne, I saw a small animal in the middle of the road that had been run over and killed. Its beautiful brown coat, off-white belly, and short black tipped tail, made me curious, so I stopped to see what it was. From the field guides I carry in my truck, I identified it to be an Ermine. The Ermine is also known as a Short-tailed Weasel and a Stoat. It is actually referred to as an Ermine in the winter when its thick fur is white, and it is known as a...
1. Ki raksá:’a rohsótha wahèn:ron, This boy’s grandfather said 2. “Ó:nen kwátere tsi niieiénthos” “Now grandson it is planting season” 3. “Enkiata’kenhrahserón:ni káti” “We shall prepare the dirt then” 4. “Entikiatáhsawen enteniienthóhseron” “We shall start we shall plant” 5. “Enkonrihónnien tsi niieiéhrha.” “I will teach you how it is done” 6. “Enhsaterò:roke ó:ni tsi ní:ioht enwakió’ten.” “you will watch also how I shall work” 7. Thó na’á:wen That is what happened 8. Kí:ken rohsótha ne tahakié:renhte His grandfather started first 9. Akwé:kon...
Native American beliefs are deeply rooted in their culuture. We believe EVERYTHING is sacred from the largest mountain to the smallest plant and animal. A lesson can be found in all things and experiences and everything has a purpose.To sum up Native Spirituality; it is about HONOR, LOVE, and RESPECT. Not only do we love, honor, and respect our Creator and our Mother Earth, but also every living thing. It is about being in touch with ourselves and everything around us. It is about knowing and understanding that we are part of everything, and...
I have found this photo, among many others, and would like some help identifying the men in this “Rochester Iroquois” box lacrosse team who played in Rochester probably after 1945. I have no date of the photo and the only one on there that I know for sure is my father Ray Miller who is the 6th guy Top Row. Please contact me by email or phone if you can identify anyone? Jeanette Miller (daughter of Melissa Ransom Miller and Ray Miller) Here is my email address: [email protected] pho...
Indian Time is lucky to receive many visitors every week. Whether it’s a parent bringing in a new baby for a photograph or an elder who wants us to look at photos with him, our doors are always open and we love our visitors. We love them so much we want to share them with you. Our new “We Love Visitors” series is simply a way to share members of the community with you. So, don’t be scared to come and visit us (we’ll only photograph those willing) but if you have something special you want to s...
By M. Terrance, from Kakhwakon Cookbook Recipes 2 lbs. ground beef 1 pkg. taco seasining mix ¼ cup water Boboli Bread *Taco Sacue *Black Olives 1 head lettuce 2 tomatoes, diced 1 cup grated cheese 1 can refriend beans (16 oz.) Cook ground beef over medium heat until brown. Drain excess fat. Add seasoning mix. Stir. Bring to a boil. Warm Boboli bread according to package directions. Heat t he can of refriend beans. To serve, layer on bread, refrieed beans, thenm meant mixture, shreeded lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and a dollop of sour cream on...
