A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
Sorted by date Results 1 - 25 of 53
Saturday, July 15 from 9am to 4pm Sunday, July 16 from 8am to 3pm All the things you want and even some things you need… kid’s clothes, book bags, household items, toys, toys, and more toys! Free books. Location: Storage Sheds next to Lawless & Co. 1744 State Route 37, Akwesasne...
A solar storm forecast for Thursday is expected to give skygazers in 17 American states a chance to glimpse the Northern Lights, the colorful sky show that happens when solar wind hits the atmosphere. Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, are most often seen in Alaska, Canada and Scandinavia, but an 11-year solar cycle that’s expected to peak in 2024 is making the lights visible in places farther to the south. Three months ago, the light displays were visible in Arizona, marking the third severe geomagnetic storm since the current s...
KAHNAWAKE - The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) launched a Boarding Homes class action lawsuit. MCK informed the community on July 7, 2023 of the pending class action lawsuit settlement against the Government of Canada, for the implementation of the Indian Boarding Home Program. The program, which placed children from First Nations and Inuit communities with private families (usually non-Indigenous) to stay for the purpose of attending school, was found to create an environment where children were abused, harassed, and suffered other...
By Isaac White "I can't let him beat me." It's one of the most ear-catching things that Riley Thomas, Akwesasronon, Salutatorian of the Salmon River Class of 2023, and entrant to Yale University this fall, said during his time in the offices at Indian Time. Riley intends to outwork and push himself to the limit of his academic abilities. Even if it means outdoing his father, Nolan Jacobs, in the scholarly realm. Thomas' father holds a master's degree, a point of pride that the son can't hide....
A shooting incident, allegedly involving gang activities, sent three individuals to the hospital on Saturday, according to the Cornwall police. An eyewitness portrayed the alarming scene as a violent confrontation between two biker groups. Stephanie MacRae, a spokesperson for Cornwall Police Services, confirmed that three individuals were injured during the incident. Two persons were stabbed, one was shot, and all are expected to live, according to a news release from the service on Monday. “There was an altercation that occurred between m...
Neilson Powless couldn't quite pull off a fairytale finish on Puy-de-Dôme, but he added ten points to his lead in the Tour's King of the Mountains competition with a long breakaway on stage nine. Powless, who is Oneida, is the first US Native American to compete in the Tour de France. Neilson burst onto the United States road racing scene as a 19-year-old and found instant success, finishing ninth overall at the 2016 Amgen Tour of California and winning a stage at the Tour de l'Avenir. Those...
The 2023 Art Market and Juried Show was presented by Akwesasne Travel on July 2, 202. This extraordinary art event brought more than 1300 community members and visitors to Generations Park. Indian Time proudly shares photographs graciously provided by Akwesasne Travel – and photographed by Jaiden Adams for this special event....
Here are additional pictures....
Andrew B. "Angel" Laffin, 62, Wolf Clan, a lifelong resident of Akwesasne, passed away peacefully Monday, July 3, 2023, at his home, 55 Paul Cree Memorial Road, Akwesasne. Angel was born on December 6, 1960, in Massena, New York, the son of the late Basil and Agatha "Hattie" (Lazore) Laffin. Angel married Debbie Cree and together they welcomed a son, O'Donald, affectionately named "Odie". The marriage ended in divorce. He dedicated his life to various trades that included 10 years of service to... Full story
Gabriel (Gabe) Hall March 24, 1943 – June 25, 2023 Gabriel passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 25th, 2023. Gabriel (Wolf Clan) was born in Akwesasne on March 24, 1943. He was the fifth child of Margaret (Tsioionha) Tarbell and Thomas (Kanietaieton) Joseph Hall. Gabriel was predeceased by his parents, Thomas (Kanietaieton) Hall and Margaret (Tsioionha) Tarbell, his brothers Harry and Randy, sisters Hazel, Sharon and Irene, son Christopher and daughter Delaney. Gabriel is survived by his b... Full story
President Joe Biden has officially pronounced an emergency status in Vermont, responding to severe flooding triggered by heavy rainfalls, which the state’s Governor, Phil Scott, described as “historic and catastrophic.” Certain regions in Vermont registered rainfall as high as 9 inches, causing previously small creeks to transform into fast-flowing rivers. This flood situation has been reported as the most devastating the state has experienced since the impact of Tropical Storm Irene back in 2011. According to officials, more than 100 indiv...
The Akwesasne Soaring Eagles Volleyball Club (ASEVC) held their year-end banquet in honor of the late Jaden Barnes-Sharrow. The memorial volleyball bequest was held on Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Winter Ballroom. Opening remarks and the evening's master of ceremony was none other than Benjamin Herne. Olivia Papineau did a lanyard blessing and Waylon Cook and Mary Gray recited the Ohenten Kariwentkwen. MC Benjamin Herne made a special presentation to the late Jaden...
HOGANSBURG- Alice "M'alice" (Sawatis) Cook, 84, of Hogansburg NY passed away peacefully at Samaritan Medical Center on July 3rd, after a hard fought fight to overcome the injuries she sustained in a serious automobile accident on May 17, 2023 Alice was the 7th daughter born to Joseph and Josephine (Casey) Sawatis on November 24th 1938 at the International Hotel, Kanatakon. Alice was married to Frank Cook Jr. on August 31st 1957. Together they welcomed 3 children into the world. Alice spent a... Full story
Ateroniahtakon – Francis Boots, Snipe Clan, 73, Ayonwaehs, Roskenrakehtehkowa of the Hodenonsonni Mohawk Nation/Kanienkehaka Kaianehrehkowa Kanonsesneh Ateronhiatakon peacefully passed into the spiritual world on July 5, 2023. He was born October 27, 1948 at his maternal grandparents Katie and Paul Caldwell's home. He grew up on Kawehnoke. He married Lisa Thomas in the early 70's and was later in a relationship with Margie Marquis. He is survived by his children, Kawenniiosta (Joe), T... Full story
Where: Constable Fire Department 1136 Route 122 Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023 Time: 6 to 7:30pm Appointment REQUIRED! Schedule an appointment online; https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties?DateID=F8367EB55364032EE0530A6C7C16E092 Or call us: (518) 481-1710 - Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm No Walk-ins accepted. Arrive at your scheduled time to prevent congestion. It is important to make sure all domesticated dogs, cats and ferrets are immunized against Rabies. Pregnant dogs and cats can be vaccinated. Animals must have a collar...
Administration on the Estate of Alexander Peter Terrance, late of Akwesasne, N.Y. has been granted to Beth Terrance by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by July 20, 2023. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....
Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Peter Phillips of Akwesasne, N.Y. have been requested by Richard Phillips. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Richard Phillips. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the validity of the will must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 by no later than August 3, 2023....
Any person having any interest whatsoever or information pertaining to this matter shall have thirty (30) business days from the date of publication of this Notice to file opposing or related claims or to provide relevant information to the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Information and related claims should be filed no later than July 25, 2023. Claimant: Dana Louis Francis 96 Racquette Point Road Akwesasne, NY 13655 Respondent: Steven A. Jacobs 166 St. Regis Rd. Akwesasne, NY 13655 Property in Dispute: Lot #315-C Case Number: 23-LND-00002...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Public Safety invites proposals from qualified and experienced consultants to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS). The purpose of this strategic plan is to outline the vision, mission, goals, and objectives of AMPS, and provide a roadmap for its operations and initiatives over the next five (5) years. Deadline to submit: July 14, 2023 at 12 p.m. Proposals can be delivered in-person at the AMPS Station in Kana:takon or via email to l...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Club dues for 2023 You can mail your membership fee of $5.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Legal Aid: Call for an appointment. Birthdays: July 1st-Clara Margosian & Richard Phillips July 2nd-Freida Schmenkle & Gerald McElwain July 3rd-Anna Boots, Mona Via July... Full story
ALL CURRENT COVID-19 AND COLD/FLU RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND OPTIONAL WEARING MASKS. WEDNESDAY JULY 12, 2023 6:00 PM Offered for: Michael Lazore Memorial Birthday by the Lazore family THURSDAY JULY 13, 2023 10:00 AM TSIIONKWA NONHTSO:TE Offered for: Joe Thompson by the St. Regis Mission Family THURSDAY JULY 13, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Larry Rourke 3-year Memorial Anniversary by the Rourke family FRIDAY JULY 14 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Harry Comins by Donnie Comins SATURDAY JULY 15, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for:...
The Community Not for Profit Kawehnoke Power Generation, making electrical power for sale to Cornwall Electric, will be holding the next formation meeting: @ the Arena Turtle Room on Sat. July 22, 2023 @ 11 am....
The following individuals are being considered for residency permits under the SRMT Residency Ordinance. Please email [email protected] or call Cathy Mitchell at 518-358-2272 by Friday, July 21, 2023, if you have any objections or concerns. Anna Reynolds...
AKWESASNE – Hilda A. "Chunny" Herne, 85, a lifelong resident of 1498 State Route 37, passed away Thursday evening, July 6, 2023, at Iakhihsohtha Lodge, where she was a resident since March 2022. Hilda was born on January 31, 1938, at the family farm in Hogansburg, the daughter of the late William Kanawato and Mary Charlotte Saiawenre (White) Herne. She attended the Mohawk School, Bombay High School and graduated from Salmon River High School in 1956. Following graduation Hilda remained on the F... Full story
Melvin Hank (Karonhiowanen) Thompson passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. He is survived by his two daughters Shayleen, Sydney and his grandchildren Angus Jr., Shanniah, Shaylyn and Bodhi, his brothers and sister: Darrell (Allyson) of Kahnawake, Vince (Gina), Barry (Brenda), Dewey (Britt), Sheryl (Frank) all of Kawenoke, many nieces and nephews; Natasha, Nathan, Narissa (Brandon), Ohentiiah, Martika, Thomas (T.J.), Sidney, Kirby, Ilona (Chris), Taryn (Jonathan), Trevin,... Full story
