A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Ironworkers union chapters from around the northeast U.S. and Canada came together for the 16th Ironworkers Festival, held on a hot, sunny and windy July 21 at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort. This year's Ultimate Ironworker honor went to Devis Caceres from Local 580, New York City. The Ultimate Retiree trophy went to Al Stanley from Local 12, Albany. Local 440 retiree Bill Cook, who helped coordinate this year's festival, said attendance and union participation is down from prior years. It...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter On July 13, police charged Rahsontanohstha Delormier, 23, of Akwesasne, N.Y. following a police chase at speeds of nearly 100 mph. He was charged with unlawful fleeing of a police officer, reckless driving, failure to use designated lane, fail to disobey traffic control device and three speeding citations, allegedly 75 mph in a 35 mph zone, 80 mph in a 45 mph zone and 98 mph in a 55 mph zone. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on July 24. On July 14, police charged Adam M. Ortiz, 32, of...
In a unanimous decision, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit found in a 3 to 0 decision that the inter partes (Latin for ‘between the parties’) review process is closer to an “agency enforcement action” like that of a complaint brought by the Federal Trade Commission of the Federal Communication, than that of a regular lawsuit. Inter partes (IPR) is a process that allows anyone to challenge a patent’s validity at the United States Patent and Trademark Office This decision rejects the legal claim that ‘sovereig...
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Israel. In the 2018 Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL) Championship semifinal game Canada defeated the Iroquois Nationals, 15-4. Four goals and two hat tricks by Canada blew them past the Iroquois Nationals, 15-4, and advanced Team Canada to the FIL Men’s World Championship gold-medal game. Canada’s defense was on point keeping the Iroquois Nationals on the outside and forcing turnovers. Canada outshot Iroquois Nationals, 40-25. Canada faced the United States team for the 11th consecutive time in the gold-medal game Saturday, July 20,...
The Annual Cruisin' 4 Kids Car Truck and Bike Show took place for the first time at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort on Saturday July 22nd featured the car, truck & bike show, live entertainment, food and crafts & arts vendors, a Backyard BBQ Cook-off and Power Wheels races. This year Cruisin' 4 Kids was partnered with the SRMT's Economic Development's Artisan Vendor Show, providing a venue for young entrepreneurs and established artist and crafts people to show their goods. Many local artists...
(Ohiarihko:wa/ July 23, 2018) “It is where you go to die.” That is the common response when community members are asked, “What do you think about Tsiionkwanonhso:te?” In 2019, Akwesasne’s long term care facility will be celebrating 25 years of service to the Mohawk community (and their neighbors in SD&G). Despite a 15-year plan to have all beds filled with Akwesasne Mohawk residents in Tsiionkwanonhso:te, operations continue with a 50/50 population. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) holds the license to operate a 50-bed long term care home...
AKWESASNE - Phillip R. Benedict, 52, of 664 Island Road, Kawehnoke, unexpectedly passed on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at Cornwall Community Hospital. Phillip was born on November 29, 1965, in Cornwall, ON, son of the late Joseph and Mary Boots Benedict. He graduated from General Vanier Secondary School. After being together for 24 years, he married Annalisa Johnson on December 2, 2016 in Las Vegas, NV. Phillip was an Ironworker with Local 440 Utica and was a member of the Akwesasne Death Benefits... Full story
The NYS Fair will offer 13 days of free entertainment with two shows daily is scheduled for the Stan Colella Stage at Chevy Court for the 2018 New York State Fair. The lineup provides a wide-ranging mix of musical talent. Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are all free. Some of the top headliners include Blondie – Wednesday, August 22 at 8pm Ludacris – Friday, August 24, at 8pm Counting Crows – Friday, August 25 at 8pm Smokey Robinson – Tuesday, August 27 at 8pm The Temptations – Tuesday, August 28 at 2pm Dickey Betts – T...
Letter to the Editor July 23, 2018 Win-Win situation at Border... really? The US customs has announced a new pilot program to speed up border crossings for Mohawk residents of Akwesasne and consider it Win-Win for them and us, so they say. What happened to our original request, what about our own lane? What happened to the border being 15 ft. above our heads? We were meant to travel freely within our community north and south and beyond. We must not forget that we are North American Indians! I would not categorize this as win-win but a further...
By Kanatires Barreiro, SRMT Communications Intern The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is proud to provide employment opportunities for high school and college students, which is 100% funded through the Room Occupancy Fee. To help report on this initiative, we are proud to share information on work summer students are doing through their internships, which places them in areas specific to their career path. Alexis Karonhiakwekon Terrance, Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club Summer Counselor Alexis...
Marsha White shared several photographs she had taken at the Akwesasne Ironworker's Fest held at the AMCR on Saturday, July 21, 2018. Among the many ironworkers taking part in the competition were Akwesasronon representing several generations of ironworkers – from apprentices to retired....
As the kids are taking a break from school, learning about our traditions continues throughout the summer break. Summer programs at Tsi Snaihne Recreation and the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club began recently and a big component at both places was a look at our culture. At the Boys & Girls Club in Rooseveltown, Glen Swamp was teaching the teens how to make black ash splint baskets. They started from square one, soaking the black ash splints, to finished products. The ABGC also made ribbon shirts...
A leading US medical organization representing more than 60,000 pediatricians recommends parents and children avoid certain chemicals used in food processing and called for the U.S. government to adjust its methods of deeming substances to be safe. A policy statement published Monday by the American Academy of Pediatrics says that the regulatory framework for certain chemicals is antiquated and based on an outdated understanding of science. An accompanying technical report cites mounting evidence of negative health effects in children from...
The Akwesasne Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2018 Akwesasne Business Excellence Awards (ABEA) Award Categories Customer Service Award Community Choice Award The Business Recognition Award The Arts & Business Award Entrepreneur of the Year Business Woman of the Year Young Entrepreneur of the Year Good Citizen Award Visit the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ABEANOM2018 for categories descriptions and to submit a nomination. Nominations are being accepted until 4pm, July 31, 2018. Voting to follow. Winners will be honored...
Reprinted from Wampum Belts of the Iroquois by Tehanetorens There are many, many wampum belts that we know of whose meanings have been lost. Some were bought from individual Indians who, in many cases, had no right to sell them. Many were stolen out-right by trickery or force, sometimes by government officials who also had no right to seize them. Some were robbed from graves and placed in museums, and no one recalls their significance. The meaning of others has been lost as Indian communities...
Date: August 5th & 6th, 2018 Place: Cayuga School House 2540 Route 89 Seneca Falls, NY Time: Sunday 12pm – 10pm Monday 8am – 12pm Join us as we practice our spiritual teachings and instill our traditional roles and responsibilities back to our youth. Itinerary: Sunday: 12pm Edge of Woods Ceremony (We request that everyone be here by 11:30 for the Edge of Woods Ceremony and ladies please wear ribbon skirts and men please wear ribbon shirts.) 2-5 Traditional Teachings 5:00 Feast 6-10 Social Monday: 6am Sunrise Ceremony 7am Condolence 9am Pla...
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Hosted by Mohawk Council of Akwesasne-Department of Tehotiiennawakon Wednesday August 1, 2018 at Iohahi:io 1st Session: 9:00am to 12:00pm Open to Akwesasne Community Members 2nd Session: 1:00pm to 4:00pm Open to MCA Partners *1.5 hours in class followed by 1.5 hours in field. Maximum of 30 participants per session. Workshop will cover: • How to determine the appropriate steps for monitoring and managing Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) for each site and tree. • Introduction to MaMA’S Citizen Science Project: Ash/EAB surveys • Use of MaMA Monitor...
OGDENSBURG: scheduled for July 21 through 29. Friday, July 27: Remington Museum Day continues, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wolf 95.3 station sponsors country music sing-off 5-6 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. on Main Stage; karaoke finals will be held, sponsored by Q Country & Yes FM; Double Axel, 7-9:45 p.m.; annual Fireworks Spectacular by Majestic Fireworks at 10 p.m.; Saturday July 28: 58th annual Seaway Festival Parade will start on Ford Street at 11 a.m. Info: 315-393-3518; awards will follow at the Library Park gazebo; contact Melanie Cole 315-393-2219 for...
Reprinted with permission from Soundbite Source SEATTLE - To rid the world’s oceans of plastic pollution, environmental advocates are hoping Seattle’s move to ban plastic straws will send ripple effects across the nation and the world. In early July, Seattle became the first major U.S. city to ban single-use plastic straws, forcing some 5,000 restaurants to offer reusable or compostable utensils, straws and cocktail picks. Organizers behind the “Strawless in Seattle” campaign were expecting to have only the month of September designa...
Sam Shenandoah and Tyler Bucktooth are becoming a "jack of all construction trades" and are often seen working together on a number of projects at the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's new Administration Building - from grouting tiles and pointing masonry to erecting scaffolding and installing ceiling panels. They are just a few of the Native American workers who are working hard on assorted capital projects throughout the community. The Tribe is proud to recognize them this week for their personal...
Troy Thompson recently reported his Running Vs. Child Obesity has just reached the $10,000 mark. Thompson stated, "I'm extremely happy to report that my 'Running Vs Child Obesity 2' campaign raised over $10,000 for Iakwashatste Youth Fitness! Big thanks to everyone who donated and supported by buying RUN AKW T-shirts! Much appreciated!" Always on the move, Thompson is gathering interested Akwesasronon to participate in the Montreal Marathon. So far there are 12 people interested in...
