A Voice from the Eastern Door
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By Isaac White The day was bright and sunny. The Akwesasne community congregated at Generations Park for the annual Bubble Color Run. Cars filled every nearby parking spot, as hundreds of enthusiastic attendees arrived to partake in the color run festivities. Laughter and joy were ubiquitous, as the community gathered in a spirit of camaraderie and enjoyment. The atmosphere was brimming with excitement and merriment from tiny tots in their strollers to elders taking their daily walks. A...
By Kaniehtonkie A group of Haudenosaunee women traveled to Geneva, Switzerland for the 16th Session the of Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP) which took place from July 17 to 21, 2023. This small group of women – called the Matrilineal Order of Haudenosaunee Women (MOHW) made a huge impact, not only on the city of Geneva but also upon other Indigenous women and Indigenous people from around the world. They arrived unified from different backgrounds and ideas, but c...
The Akwesasne Cultural Center Library and Museum (ACCLM) held their first Akwesasne Basket Festival on Saturday and Sunday. Complete with sweetgrass and splint basket making demonstrations, workshop, craft vendors and food trucks the two-day event was well attended by community members and visitors alike. With a slight breeze crossing the library grounds, attendees could fully immerse themselves in the world of Akwesasne's finest basket makers. Each basket maker, with their own unique style...
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On Friday, July 21, 2023, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances act search warrant at a residence in the district of Kana:takon, Akwesasne. The search warrant execution was the result of an investigation into street level drug trafficking of a controlled substance. As a result of the investigation police seized approximately 55 grams of Methamphetamine, Heroin, and 792 prescription pills. Two firearms were also seized as a result of the search. Edward Ryan Mitchell, 44, of Akwesasne was arrested and...
WHITE, Brian Steven "Towisonte" ~ it is with great heartbreak the family announces his passing on Monday, July 17, 2023 at the age of 56 years young. He will be forever missed by his mother Rebecca (née Hopps) White as he joins his late father Bruce White. Cherished partner of Margaret Ransom and proud father of Kawennahente "Tanisha" (Scott Duciame), Atenharishon "Tristen" (Kawi Lazore), Iatshetaronnion "Landon", Ranhontsiio "Kyzik" along with his grandchildren Niionatà:a "Aurie Thompson, A... Full story
The Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs, Clan Mothers, and Faithkeepers announce String Bean Ceremony to be held Friday, July 28, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. Please bring fresh string beans from the garden. Also bring corn bread, strawberries and eating utensils. All Onkwehonweh are welcome. Traditional dress appreciated. Niawenkowa (Thank You)....
The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club announces its participation in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals will be provided to all children 18 years and under without charge. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex,...
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 Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Information and related claims should be filed no later than August 19, 2023. Claimant: Verda Tarbell 37 McGee Road Hogansburg, NY 13655 Respondents: Justin Tarbell 17 Shoreline Drive Massena, NY 13662 Ryanne Tarbell-Araujo 16 Shoreline Drive Massena, NY 13662 Christie...
When: Friday July 28th at 6-9pm Where: Trinity Church upstairs at 371 Delaware ave. Buffalo NY What: Social Dance, Food, 50/50, Cake Walk, basket raffle, auction Why: Raise funds to rebuild the Newtown Longhouse after a fire 7/11 Cost: dinner 10, corn soup + fry bread 5. Donations accepted online https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-the-newtown-longhouse...
The A'nowara'ko:wa Arena was packed each day for back to back games against Orangeville Northmen on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. Saturday's game was a goal for a goal tensely played games. Orangeville scored the last period's first goal, but Thanaokatha Elijah scored his second to tie the game 8-8. Akwesasne fell behind again 9-8, when Daniel Mahoney's second goal tied it with under four minutes left. Takaronhiotakie Thompson scored the first two goals of a wild first period, but by...
American Legion Post 1479 awarded several 2023 graduates with scholarship to pursue their academic careers. Dwight Bero and several Legion officers were on hand to award outstanding students pursuing their academic goals in the fall. This year's recipients include: Joely Swamp, Salmon River St Lawrence University Bio-medical Daughter of Lornie and Julie Granddaughter of Lawrence Swamp and Peter Sunday Skyla Ransom, Salmon River Syracuse University Early childhood Development Daughter of John...
By Ronni Sunday, Communications Summer Intern The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is proud to provide employment opportunities for high school and college students through the Department of Education's Summer Youth and Career Internship Employment Program. To help report on this initiative, we are proud to share the following summer student spotlight, which reports on internships in areas specific to the student's chosen career path. AKWESASNE – Cash Feeley (he/him), age 21, attends Utica University as...
Nine individuals have now been apprehended and formally charged in relation to a violent encounter that occurred approximately two weeks ago in Cornwall, Ontario, involving biker gangs. This information was confirmed in a recent press statement by the local police department. The incident, which necessitated police intervention, erupted between members of two notorious motorcycle clubs, known as the Outlaws and the Loners. The clash between these rival factions occurred at 8:20 p.m. on a Saturday, precisely on July 8, near the intersection of...
The Kahnawà:ke Environment Protection Office (KEPO) is seeking an independent contractor to perform boulder excavation work at Recreation Bay. During the dredging phase of the Tekakwitha Island and Recreation Bay Restoration Project, an underwater road consisting of stones and boulders was discovered. Removal and disposal of this road is now required. The successful contractor will remove approximately 1,000 m3 of boulder and granular material from below the water surface accessed with a barge(s), dispose of the material offsite at an...
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 27th-Andrew Andy Jock July 28th-Debbie Thomas, Andy Cook, Betty Ransom July 29th-Stella Jessmer July 31st-Carole Ross &... Full story
ALL CURRENT COVID-19 AND COLD/FLU RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND OPTIONAL WEARING MASKS. THURSDAY JULY 27, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Josephine Lazore from the funeral collection FRIDAY JULY 28, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: James Bero from the funeral collection SATURDAY JULY 29, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for: Ben and Elizabeth Kelly from the funeral collection SUNDAY JULY 30, 2023 10:00 AM Offered for: Dale Cook 20-Year Memorial Anniversary by the Cook family WEDNESDAY AUGUST 2, 2023 6:00 PM Offered for: Phillip Francis...
The Akwesasne Powwow Committee is gearing up for our Annual Cultural Celebration September 9 & 10, 2023 at the A’nowarako:wa Arena. The Committee is seeking Catering Bids for the Dancer/Drummer Meal for Saturday, September 9 evening, to be served in the Turtle Room at the A’nowarako:wa Arena for 5:00 pm. The caterer chosen will be responsible to prepare the meal off site, transport meal to the Arena, either serve onto plates or prepare take out containers, followed by clean up after the meal. The Catering Bid is for 300 people and should inc...
In a significant setback for tribal communities, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has dismissed a final legal attempt to halt the construction of what is anticipated to become the largest lithium mine in North America, located on federal land in Nevada. The court’s decision held that the U.S. government did not infract federal environmental laws when it sanctioned the Thacker Pass mine project by Lithium Nevada, during the final period of the Trump administration. Lithium is an essential component for electric vehicle batteries. Despite...
TORONTO – TD Bank Group (TD) and AFOA Canada are pleased to announce the 25 recipients of the TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples. This inaugural roster of successful applicants includes students from communities coast to coast. This program is tailored specifically for students from Indigenous communities, providing financial support towards post-secondary education towards the students’ chosen career aspirations. “We are proud to support students on their journey towards achieving their academic goals for their chosen career path,” said Do...
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) is the elected community government of the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne. The Mohawk Council includes 12 District Chiefs and one Grand Chief who accept political responsibility for specific areas of Community work. They also participate in portfolio committees to achieve community goals. MCA Administration is the administrative arm of MCA responsible for Community services, infrastructure, and programs. MCA is looking for an experienced candidate to take on the role of Executive Director. The Executive...
For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x140 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at caamgmt.com/find-a-job/...
Jon Werkmeister, a 31-year-old sheriff’s deputy in Charles Mix County, will face no disciplinary action for his role in the arrest of Robert “Berta” Enoch, who subsequently died of an overdose in a Lake Andes jail. This was the outcome of a hearing by the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards Commission in Pierre. Enoch, a 35-year-old Native American, was discovered in a non-responsive state in his cell on April 3. The commission determined that Werkmeister did not have adequate training to recognize symptoms of a drug overd...
Over 50 people representing various Tribes and First Nations communities from across North America are slated to attend a Tribal Broadband Bootcamp from July 31 to August 2. Hosted by Mohawk Networks in Akwesasne, this will be the seventh bootcamp that brings together Indigenous high-speed Internet advocates to explore how Tribal Nations can bring ubiquitous broadband access to one of the least connected parts of the country. Held in different tribal regions several times a year since the initiative began in 2021, each bootcamp is a three-day i...
by Melinda Myers Boost your fall garden harvest with some midsummer plantings. Fill vacant spaces left in the vegetable garden after harvesting lettuce, spinach, and other early maturing crops. Expand your edible plantings to other vacant spots in flowerbeds, mixed borders, and containers. Sow seeds of beans, cucumbers, carrots, beets, and other vegetables that will have time to reach maturity before the end of your growing season. Simply count the number of days from planting to the average...
