A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne began advertising for a series of discussion meetings to be held in the Tsi Snaihne District in the coming weeks with one topic in mind: development of a Diagnostic & Wellness Center. These meetings are the initial interview with the community to answer the basic questions of ‘Is there a need for a clinic in Tsi Snaihne?’ and if so, ‘What services should that clinic offer?’ The structure of these meetings includes a casual dialogue between the community members within the age groups and the surveyors who are loo...
In just three short weeks different groups from around the territory of Akwesasne stepped up to the challenge to organize a workshop for the youth of Akwesasne that took place this past Wednesday at the Office for the Aging Center. With representation from both the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Department and the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service this first-ever “Kids for Fishing” workshop was a great opportunity for kids to learn about fishing. “We started the day talking about Boating Safet...
Kahontiio Lazore is quite the hockey fan and player. He recently completed a hockey camp that his mom, Cami White registered him for about one year ago. Cami saw the ad and thought she’d give it a try and apply. The camp ran from July 18-22 in Burlington, Vermont and she was surprised when she received word that her son Kahontiio had been selected for the camp because the process was so competitive. Many applied with a small number getting chosen. Tim Thomas sponsors this camp for youth, who, a...
The Akwesasne Freedom School’s first online quilt auction closed on bidding this past Monday with the successful bid going to Cindy Lazore for $400. The AFS Parent Committee had chosen the quilt during an organizing meeting for the Annual Dinner, which is being held on August 27 and 28. The quilt that was auctioned off was one of three that remained unpaid from last-years fundraiser. With 47 users registered and 30 active bidders vying for the quilt, the online auction took place over a o...
Suddenly at his home on Tuesday, July 26, 2011. Predeceased by Joan. Loving father of Vicki (Kevin Punyi) and dear grandfather of Anthony. Brother of Lillian Delormier, Barney Sharrow and the late Lawrence, Howard and Alexander Sharrow. Visitation was held at Giffen-Mack Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Toronto, Ont. with a service in the chapel on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 followed by cremation. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be made...
In Loving Memory of Little Dickie August 9, 1992-June 27, 2011 Today would have been a happy celebration for Little Dickie, he would have turned 19 on August 9 but this day is not a happy celebration for the Oakes family. Little Dickie’s death is a tremendous emotional impact on the Oakes family, one could not imagine, many hearts have been broken due to the tragedy that has taken the life of our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. There is not a day that goes by that we do not t...
The family of the late Lucille (Lucy) Ward would like to thank everyone who helped us through this difficult time. Lucille was a generous and loving woman and she touched the lives of many people. This was apparent because there were so many people who were willing to help our family during this time. We want to thank everyone who donated food, money, tents, air conditioners, chairs, and music… etc. There were so many and we didn’t want to leave anyone out so we didn’t name each person individually, but you know who you are and please know...
THANK YOU On behalf of Truck Stop #9’s Summer students we would like to thank the following Sponsors for our Rock out the Bus: Phillip and Mary Gray, The Akwesasne Mohawk Casino, St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, Treetop Boutique and Smoke Shop, Thompson Marine, Ahnawate Marina, Chats Dairy, Gary Gray, Phillip Gray Jr., Native Self Sufficiency Center, MCA, Akwaks Smoke Shop, J&J Insurance, MacEwens, Lazore’s Construction, Loran’s Construction, TMG, Jacobs Manufacturing Employees, Joe & Bulla’s Tent Rentals, Currency Exchange, C&D Trucking, Spa Day, Fr...
THANK YOU I would like to send out a thank you to the Grandmother who returned my lost money from the Rock Out the Bus event. Thank You, Sky Timmons...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe stepped up to the plate to help a family in need in Ft. Covington. When their septic system began failing, the tribal member applied for assistance through the tribe’s Home Improvement Program (HIP). “I spoke with the chiefs about this situation and a work order was signed off,” said Rod Garrow, Home Improvement Program Director. “Although the problem wasn’t that serious, any problems with a septic system can pose a health risk, so it’s important to take care of it as soon as possible.” One of the family member...
Letter to the Editor: The Tribe Must Think Before it Leaps As one who has lived through periods of great internal stress and conflict at Akwesasne, I urge the leaders of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council to think seriously about the ramifications of using external police agencies to effect the closure of the two new gambling establishments on the territory. There is great danger in doing so and the ramifications can be tragic in ways yet unforeseen. The Kanienkehaka Kaianerehkowa Kanonhsesne which opened these ventures have done so with...
Response from the Editor: Indian Time Newspaper has received several questions from readers wondering about why there are two different spellings used for the Akwesasne/Ahkwesahsne. To respond to these questions we have asked several language experts within the territory and here are a few responses. “It’s in the phonics how to spell the words. Read this and sound it out... Ah kwe sah s ne (uh gway zuhs nay) A kwe sas ne (a gway za s nay ) It’s like She:kon (say goon) and Se:kon (zay goon)” “The first spelling is how almost everyone sees and...
Letter to the Editor: Why did an Orthodox bishop come into our Kateri Tekakwitha canonization process? Kateri is a Roman Catholic and we do not need outside religions to meddle in our affairs. We Catholics do not overstep our religion into Orthodox. Don’t forget, we are Roman Catholics of the Latin Rite. Sincerely, Helen Cole...
Letter to the Editor: Dear Akwesasronon, We, mothers and women of Akwesasne, and Akwesasne Eagle Watch requested that the recognized leadership of Akwesasne deliver this message to our people. Although we know that recognized leadership supports the spirit of this message, for whatever reason it has not been delivered. The following is a draft notice to those in our community who are dealing drugs, providing alcohol illegally or smuggling drugs through our territory. This notice will actually be hand-delivered to the first drug dealer soon and...
SECOND-DEGREE POSSESSION OF A FORGED INSTRUMENT – Police believe an Akwesasne man possessed at least three stolen checks earlier this month. Malone-based State Police arrested Brandon Gorrow on August 4 on three counts of second-degree possession of a forged instrument. Gorrow, 21, was arraigned on the charges in Fort Covington Town Court and later released under probation supervision. He will reappear in court later this month to face the allegations. FELONY GRAND LARCENY – Canton-based State Police arrested 18-year-old Megan Angus of Sny...
The Kahnawake Peacekeepers are investigating a home invasion and robbery this past weekend. Peacekeepers were called to a house near the Catholic Cemetery around 1 a.m. on Sunday morning. Peacekeepers say four armed men tied up the elderly woman who lived in the house. During the ordeal, which lasted about two hours, the assailants assaulted her, put a gun to her head and forced her to open her safe. The suspects then robbed the house of anything of value. Peacekeeper Investigator Warren White said the estimated value of the items stolen,...
The Akwesasne Mohawk Casino will be honoring a famous rock legend on Saturday, August 13, 2011. The Casino’s first ever Elvis Fest will begin at 11am and last through midnight and will feature souvenirs and entertainment throughout the day. “Elvis and casinos have always gone hand in hand because of his entertainment value,” stated General Manager Patrick Bassney. The highlight of the Elvis Fest 2011 will be the Flying Elvis’s who will be arriving in grand style after parachuting from a plane thousands of feet above. Four skydiving Elvis p...
With summer in full swing, keeping children healthy while school is out is important. The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club provides free meals to children up to age 18 during the summer. Each year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture partners with local organizations like the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club to provide free meals to children when school is out for the summer. This year we are excited to report that the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club has joined this group of caring organizations. Meals will be served at the Boys and Girls Club, Monday...
The Ronathahon:ni - Hotinonhson:ni cultural youth summer theater arts and dance program are introducing their staff and group to the community. Staff members are Summer Program Director Fallan Davis, Program Manager & Ohen:ton Karihwahtekhwen Instructor Tameka Thompson, Assistant Program Manager & Smoke Dance Instructor Frank Phillips, and Ronathahon:ni Technical Service & Hotinonhson:ni Songs & Dance Instructor Josh Sargent. Also helping during this summer program are Singing Instructor Bear...
Positive attitude helps to cope more easily with the daily affairs of life. It brings optimism into your life, and makes it easier to avoid worry and negative thinking. If you adopt it as a way of life, it will bring constructive changes into your life, and makes them happier, brighter and more successful. With a positive attitude you see the bright side of life, become optimistic and expect the best to happen. It is certainly a state of mind that is well worth developing and strengthening. Positive attitude manifests in the following ways:...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has initiated a new program aimed at helping community members improve the health of their homes. Doing so will lead to healthier people. The Healthy Homes Initiative (HHI), is a program being implemented by the Healthy Homes Initiative Project Team working with a number of representatives of various departments within MCA. The project team will consist of; Project Manager – Darcy Jackson Construction Manager – Ben Benedict Environmental Health Officer – Keith Smith Housing Inspector – Norman Peters How the Progr...
As a result of the construction of the Tsisnáihne Waterline and the fact that some habitat disturbance was unavoidable, there is a component of the waterline construction that calls for habitat improvement projects as part of the environmental mitigation within the environmental assessment process. People riding in the Tsisnáihne District on Wade Lafrance Memorial Road may have noticed some short chain link fences with green posts and green flashing on the top. This is a turtle fence that was c...
Reprinted with Permission from Indian Country Today Media Network The Anishinabek Nation is mourning its grandfather, William Commanda, who passed away on August 2 at age 97. “He was a gift to the Algonquin people and an important figure for all First Nations people. It is a sad day when our elders pass, and he will be remembered by many,” said Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee in a release to the media. Born on November 11, 1913, Ojigkwanong, as he was named, was the great-grandson of Pak...
1. Tó: Nika’rhotsherá:ke sa’rhotsherá:ien? How many string beans do you have? 2. Ska’rhótshera wake’rhotsherá:ien I have one string bean 3. Teka’rhotsherá:ke wake’rhotsherá:ien I have 2 string beans 4. Áhsen nika’rhotsherá:ke wake’rhotsherá:ien I have 3 string beans 5. Wá:keke akwé:kon ne o’rhò:tseri I ate all my string beans 6. Waké:kas tsi niiaonkon’tsherò:ten ne o’rhò:tseri í:iah teió:ri I like the taste of raw string beans 7. Né:’e kí:ken aonhá:’a waké:ka’s ne o’rhò:tseri String beans are my...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne welcomed special guests to the community this past Monday. Newly elected MP Anne Minh-Thu Quach (NDP - Beauharnois-Salaberry) fulfilled her promise to visit Akwesasne and brought along several Parliament staff members. Grand Chief Mike Kanentakeron Mitchell, Tsi Snaihne District Chief Karen Loran, and Kawehno:ke District Chief Brian David gave the visitors a land and boat tour of the community, emphasizing Akwesasne’s jurisdictional issues, economic plans and h...
