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  • Federal judge orders sale of Jreck Subs franchise

    Andy Gardner|Aug 15, 2019

    By Andy Gardner A federal judge has ordered the sale of the Jreck Subs franchise assets. They have a shop in Akwesasne, as well as in nearby Massena and Malone. An official with CAA Management, which operates the Akwesasne Jreck Subs, said they expect to continue with “business as usual.” “Regarding the recent court proceedings of Jrecks Subs Corporate, The Akwesasne Jrecks Subs, owned and operated by Carey Terrance, CAA Management, will continue to operate business as usual giving the same great product and service for the foreseeable futur...

  • Trump Admin Guts Endangered Species Act in the Midst of Climate Crisis and Biodiversity Loss

    Aug 15, 2019

    The Trump administration announced sweeping changes to the Endangered Species Act Monday in a move that could make it harder to protect plants and animals from the climate crisis, The New York Times reported. The changes would make it easier to remove species from the list, end the blanket rule giving threatened species the same protections as endangered ones, allow regulators to assess the economic impacts of protecting a species and give the government major leeway in how it interprets the phrase “foreseeable future.” This last change is rel...

  • Red Cross urgently needs blood donations before summer ends

    Aug 15, 2019

    (August 13, 2019) — With many regular donors delaying giving to take final summer vacations and prepare for school to start, the American Red Cross has an emergency need for blood and platelet donations to help end a summer blood shortage. While thousands of donors have rolled up a sleeve this summer, blood and platelet donations aren’t keeping pace with patient needs. More donations are urgently needed to replenish the blood supply and be prepared for patient emergencies. Make an appointment to donate blood now by downloading the free Red Cro...

  • Environment Division Hosts Callout for Ash Tree Removal and Replacement

    Aug 15, 2019

    AKWESASNE. On Ohiarihkó:wa/July 31, 2019; the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's (SRMT) Environment Division held a public presentation of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) survey results that was conducted in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the United States Department of Agriculture. The purpose of the survey was to determine the extent of EAB's infestation for the development of plans that will help mitigate their impact on the community of Akwesasne. The survey found that the Emerald Ash Bore...

  • This is Long-Term Care

    Aug 15, 2019

    Submitted by Teresa Doxtdator-David w. excerpts from ‘Ontario Long Term Care Association, (2019) This is Long-Term Care 2019. Toronto, Ontario: Ontario Long Term care Association’ As more residents need a higher level of care than in the past, there have been corresponding higher demands on long-term care homes. Tsiionkwanonhso:te has risen to the challenge since August 1994. Although more funding and staffing are unquestionably needed, staff in long-term care homes are continuously looking for new ways to improve the care they provide, and...

  • Tips for Selecting a Backpack

    Aug 15, 2019

    • Choose ergonomically designed features that enhance safety and comfort. • A padded back to reduce pressure on the back, shoulders and under arm regions, and enhance comfort. • Hip and chest belts to transfer some of the backpack weight from the back and shoulders to the hips and torso. • Multiple compartments to better distribute the weight in the backpack, keep items secure, and ease access to the contents. • Compression straps on the sides or bottom of the backpack to stabilize the articles and compress the contents so that the items are...

  • TEAM EDN U19F Volleyball Selection Camps

    Aug 15, 2019

    Tryouts for Team Eastern Door and the North U19F Volleyball will be held on the following dates and locations: AKWESASNE: Saturday, August 17 — Heart to Heart Fitness Center — 9 AM - 12 PM KANESATAKE: Sunday, August 18 — 661 Rang Ste, Philomene, Oka, QC — 10 AM - 2 PM All athletes must be born in 2001 or later, register in advance with the U19 manager and provide their status card at tryouts. For more information, contact the U19 Manager Kahsennine Nelson at 514-358-6406 or [email protected]....

  • The Kanienkeha Name of Akwesasne in the Early Historical Record

    Aug 15, 2019

    By Darren Bonaparte, Director of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Tribal Historic Preservation Office [Presented at the SRMT Monthly Meeting on August 10, 2019] There are historical documents that state the names of the community in the early years of its existence. Since so few native people had learned to read and write in this era, we have only these non-native sources to go by. They mention both names for the community, Saint Regis and Akwesasne. French sources from just before and immediately after the official founding of the St. Regis M...

  • Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort's Braiden Sunday Completes HVAC Apprenticeship Program

    Aug 15, 2019

    On August 1, 2019, Braiden Sunday received his Certificate of Completion of Apprentice Training from New York State Department of Labor. Daniel Paris, NYS Apprentice Training Representative was on site to present Braiden with his Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship Training. Braiden is the third graduate from Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort's apprenticeship program to receive his Journeyperson status. Braiden is a graduate of Salmon River Central High School, he completed the Heating,...

  • Two Hogansburg teens among trio charged with burglarizing St. Lawrence Centre mall

    Aug 15, 2019

    MASSENA -- Three teens, two from Hogansburg and a Canadian, have been charged with breaking into the St. Lawrence Centre and stealing merchandise and cash, according to state police. On Monday around 9:40 a.m., troopers say they responded to a complaint that several stores in the mall had been burglarized. They say that “numerous” exterior doors to the mall had been forced open, and merchandise and cash were stolen from retailers. On Tuesday morning around 1:37 a.m., troopers say a mall security guard contacted them and reported three mal...

  • Akwesasne pair charged with having 80 lbs. of pot on Northway

    Aug 15, 2019

    Two Akwesasne residents were arrested on the New York State Northway allegedly with a large amount of marijuana in their trunk. On Aug. 7, troopers pulled over a pickup truck for a moving violation, and smelled marijuana, according to the Glens Falls Post Star. Officers searched the car and found a hidden compartment used to stash over 80 pounds of pot, the Glens Falls newspaper said. Hunter J. Casey and Heather L. Mitchell, both 37-year-old Akwesasne residents, were charged with first-degree criminal possession of marijuana, a felony. They...

  • Police Blotter

    Aug 15, 2019

    Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Blotter: On Aug. 2, Paula A. Fountaine, 54, of Massena was charged with speeding (54-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Aug. 19. On Aug. 3, Chris P. Terrance, 34, of Theresa was charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation. Ticket is returnable to Bombay Town Court on Aug. 20. On Aug. 3, Joan S. Hong, 44, of Akwesasne, N.Y. was charged with petit larceny and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on Sept. 10. On...

  • First place champions American Legion Tournament, year unknown.

    Aug 15, 2019

    Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the Communications Building. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....

  • Announcing Three Great Days Of Free Music each evening at the 2019 Berkley Bassmaster Elite and Family Summer Festival at St Lawrence River!

    Aug 15, 2019

    When: August 15-18, 2019 Where: Whitaker Park, 37 Pine Street Waddington, NY 13694 The Bassmaster and Family Summer Festival August 15-18 has Eight great bands playing Friday through Sunday. The schedule is as follows: Friday 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM, Tink Bennett & Tailor Made Band (Country). Friday 3:30 PM-5:00 PM, Burn the Evidence (Rock). Friday 7:30 PM-10:00 PM, Six Foot Midget (Classic Rock/Rock Country). One of the premiere party bands in the North Country. They are known for playing the “guilty pleasure” songs from the 80’s and the standar...

  • COUNSELOR AIDE

    Aug 15, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the security and safety of clients through the provision of program services. The Counselor Aide is also responsible to provide supervision on shift and also responsible for client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year Social Services Worker or equivalent diploma with three (3) years’ experience working with women, men and children in crisis; • Education/experience in mental health and addictions, certi...

  • COUNSELOR

    Aug 15, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing and conducting all in-shelter programs and activities. QUALIFICATIONS: • University degree in Social field; OR • Two (2) year Social Services Worker or equivalent diploma with three (3) years’ experience working with women, men and children in crisis; • Education/experience in mental health and addictions, certification as Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAC) is an asset. All interested applicants must su...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Aug 15, 2019

    Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following position: Anticipated Elementary Special Education Teacher Location: St. Regis Mohawk School Queries and applications should be directed to: Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Salmon River Central School Fort Covington, New York 12937....

  • HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER

    Aug 15, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Manager, the Health and Safety Officer (HSO) will be responsible to ensure that the MCA organization is complying with the standards of Health & Safety under the Canada Labour Code Part II and prescribed regulations as well as provincial legislation that is applicable to the organization. The HSO will be responsible for creating and administering a Workplace Health and Safety Management Program (WHSMP) that includes the workplace and construction. The WHSMP will include policies, program...

  • PARALEGAL

    Aug 15, 2019

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general supervision of the Director, the incumbent is to be a team player in a one-year funding project. The position is responsible to ensure the Akwesasne Review Commission meetings are coordinated, develop charters for administrative boards, and remit outcome of CBSA complaints to affected community members. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary education in the field of Paralegal Studies or a Degree in Criminal Justice; • Two years’ experience working with First Nations; • Two years’ management experienc...

  • HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

    Aug 15, 2019

    SALARY LEVEL: MG01 $78,482.35 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Director of Finance & Administration, the Human Resource Manager will lead the HR team to build an engaged, committed and productive MCA workforce. You will deliver strategic, support and administrative HR services throughout the organization. The Human Resource Manager is responsible for labour relations management, recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, policy development and interpretation, HRIS...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Aug 15, 2019

    Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following position: Home & Careers Teacher/Middle-Level CTE Teacher Application can be found at https://www.srk12.org/employment/. Queries and applications should be directed to: Angela Robert, Assistant Superintendent Salmon River Central School Fort Covington, New York 12937....

  • DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

    Aug 15, 2019

    SALARY LEVEL: EX04 $102,020.05 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is a Community Government, elected by the eligible voters of the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne. Under the supervision of the MCA Executive Director, the Director of Finance and Administration is accountable for the leadership, management and delivery of MCA financial and administrative services, which are comprised of the following programs: Finance, Human Resources, Information Services, Communication, Operational Support and Planning and Analysis....

  • PUBLIC NOTICE OF LAND DISPUTE

    Aug 15, 2019

    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 September 19, 2019. Claimant: Harvey Thompson 147 McGee Road Hogansburg, NY 13655 Respondents: Jennifer Smoke and Francis W. Connors, III 151 McGee Road Hogansburg, NY 13655 Property in Dispute: Lot 420 Case...

  • Medicine Walks With Eddie Gray

    Aug 15, 2019

    The MCA Traditional Medicine Program would like to invite the community to weekly medicine walks with Eddie Gray! When: Fridays - July 12 - August 23 - 10 AM - 12 PM Where: Eddie’s Residence - 575 Cook Road, Akwesasne Walks will be held rain or shine; teachings will be held under the arbor on the property during any inclement weather. Please dress accordingly! For more information, please contact Traditional Medicine at 613-575-2341 ext. 3100....

  • Tota News

    Aug 15, 2019

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Aug. 18th-Gary Dumville, Dorothy Shatlaw & Harvey Thompson Aug. 20th-Ronald Cook, Cocoa D’Agostino & Karmen Miller Aug. 21st-Barbara Lizette & Dorothy Costello Events: Aug. 16th – Senior Picnic; Aug. 19th – Exercise Class-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Bingo (Kahnawake attending)-1:00; Aug. 20th – Walking Club-9:00-11:45; Kanien’keha Class-12:30; Shopping-1:00; Green Food Bag-12:00-4:45; Aug. 21st – Exercise Class-10:00; AARP Drivers Safety Course-12:30-4:30; Aug. 22nd ... Full story

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