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  • AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in New York

    Aug 17, 2017

    Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to New York! They plan to film episodes of the hit series AMERICAN PICKERS throughout the region in September 2017. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique 'picking' on History. The hit show follows Mike and Frank, two of the most skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the...

  • Movie Nights @ Salmon River

    Aug 17, 2017

    The Salmon River Drama Department “Movie Nights @ Salmon River” announces this week’s movie listings: Top Gun on Thursday, August 17th @ 6:00pm The Fabulous Dorseys on Sunday, August 20th at 1:00pm Please use flagpole parking lot. Admission is $3/person or $10/group of 4. All proceeds go to support the SRCS Drama Department. The Salmon River CSD Drama Department will host “Movie Nights @ Salmon River” all summer long. Visit their Facebook Page at Facebook.com/MovieNightsAtSalmonRiver for full listings, times, and other announcem...

  • ARTS ALIVE! QUÉBEC Huntingdon Events Include Haudenosaunee Tales & More on Aug. 18 & 19

    Aug 17, 2017

    Montreal, August 2017 – Arts Alive! Québec (AAQ) is at the halfway mark with successful events held in Knowlton, Québec City and Hudson during June and July. This year’s Huntingdon events again showcase the artistic and cultural richness of this beautiful region. Enjoy an irresistible program of dance, music, theatre, visual arts and workshops at Grove Hall, a new performing arts centre in an historic reclaimed church sitting on a lovely riverside campus, on Friday, August 18 and Saturday, August 19. ELAN Executive Director Guy Rodgers said,...

  • Twenty Time and Money Saving Tips for Back to School Shopping

    Aug 17, 2017

    1. Take an inventory of the supplies your child already has. You’ll be amazed at the forgotten notebooks, pens, markers and rulers you can find in a drawer or last year’s backpack. Don’t forget the stash of pens and pencils offered at events held throughout the year in Akwesasne. That’s enough to provide every child in North America with at least five pens each. And, include your kids in the process for a valuable lesson about budgeting. 2. Have your child try on last year’s clothing. Make a list of what needs to be replaced. Ask other par...

  • Ives Park Concert Series Begins Second Year on August 26 with Opening Festival

    Aug 17, 2017

    What a Raquette Music and Dance presents the 2nd annual Ives Park Concert Series, musical performances held on six consecutive Saturday evenings starting August 26 and ending September 30. There is also a children’s concert on Sunday, September 10 at 3 PM. The performances begin at 7 PM unless otherwise noted. The concerts are held in the Ives Park Gazebo on the banks of the Raquette River in downtown Potsdam with rain location at the United Methodist Church at 26 Main St in Potsdam - check Facebook and the website for rain location updates. T...

  • Guy Fieri learns about Native cuisine on "Guy's Family Road Trip"

    Aug 17, 2017

    Reprinted with permission from ICMT The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) and Pueblo Harvest Cafe in Albuquerque, N.M. will play a starring role alongside world-famous chef Guy Fieri on the Food Network’s all-new show, Guy’s Family Road Trip, debuting next week. The show follows Guy Fieri accompanied by his wife and two sons as they drive an RV from their California home to the Florida coast, stopping along the way to cook and eat distinctive regional cuisines. Guy Fieri, family and crew spent a full afternoon at the IPCC in June joi...

  • Police Blotter

    Aug 17, 2017

    St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, Aug. 4-10: On Aug. 4, police ticketed Jamie E. Pastomerlo, 26, of Massena for driving while intoxicated, driving with blood alcohol level at or above. .08 percent and failure to keep right. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on Aug. 29. On Aug. 5, police ticketed Ricardo Clarke, 43, of Lasalle, Quebec for inadequate headlight. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Aug. 21. On Aug. 5, police picked up Skylar B. Crouse, 28, of Hogansburg on a bench warrant. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court...

  • Blast from the Past

    Aug 17, 2017

    19 or 91 at the Old St. Regis Village School. Friendship Day game. In back are Pete Burns Jr., Clarissa Jacobs and Frank Benedict. Photo: Submitted by Derrick Lafrance. 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....

  • Blast Correction

    Aug 17, 2017

    The Blast from the Past picture of the lacrosse factory worker previously identified as Charlie Leaf has been identified as Joseph Oakes. Thank you to Elaine Cook and Vicki Herne Griffiths for phoning in....

  • Family Fishing Day at NYS Fair

    Aug 17, 2017

    A day dedicated to fishing in New York State begins on Aug. 27 with a tournament on Onondaga Lake. “I Fish New York,” sponsored by I LOVE NEW YORK, will feature members of Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) chapters from across the state, competing for the biggest catch from 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. The action then shifts to the new New York Experience area on the Fairgrounds for the official weigh-in and the crowning of the champion on the Empire Experience Stage. Meantime, the Department of Environmental Conservation will host a free fis...

  • Community Service Hours Opportunity

    Aug 17, 2017

    Need to get your community service hours in? Here is an opportunity! Generations Park is closing summer with a BANG and could use a few extra hands to help us out with our last large events. If you or your group have community service or volunteer hours to complete, please contact the park office to see what’s available. Opportunities are abundant! Generations Park Office: 358-9009 or [email protected]....

  • ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OFFICER

    Aug 17, 2017

    Salary Level: SP06; $50,707.20 - $52,735.48 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for conducting environmental assessments (EA) on all developmental activities within the community for environmental impacts based on all environmental assessment guidelines currently used by the department. QUALIFICATIONS: • University or College degree in Environmental Sciences, Ecology or a related field. • Two (2) years of field work within field of study. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: • Oral and written commu...

  • SPECIAL PROJECT OFFICER

    Aug 17, 2017

    Salary Level: SP05; $52,819.90 - $54,932.70 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director, the incumbent is responsible for providing management support, expert advice and assistance to the Director and the senior management of the organization by coordinating special projects, participating in committees, leading working groups/teams and carrying out recurring tasks and responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: • Undergraduate degree together with five (5) to ten (10) years work related experience including supervisory/management e...

  • COUNSELOR AIDE - AFWP

    Aug 17, 2017

    SALARY LEVEL: HS10 STEP 2/3- $37,038.62-$38,520.17 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 programs services. Responsible to provide supervision on shift and is responsible for client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year Social Service Worker or equivalent diploma. • Three (3) year work experience working with women, men and children in crisis. • Education/experience in mental health an...

  • RECEPTIONIST / CLERK

    Aug 17, 2017

    Salary Level: CL12; $33,086.94 - $34,410.42 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for facility receptionist, clerical duties and building closure. All of this is to be completed in a polite, pleasant and professional manner. QUALIFICATIONS: • High School graduate or GED with 1 year experience in reception, clerical or administrative duties. • Computer training is required (MS Suite – Word, Excel, etc.). • Ability to speak Mohawk is an asset. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: • Knowledge of the Mohaw...

  • MASSENA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is accepting applications for the following positions:

    Aug 17, 2017

    Literacy or Math Specialist - Valid NYS certification required, as well as knowledge and awareness of cultural backgrounds of Native American families and community. Literacy Teacher - Valid NYS required. Deadline: August 18, 2017 Substitutes - Teachers, aides, maintenance workers, food service workers, monitors, bus drivers, and nurses. Applications are available from the District Office or can be downloaded from www.mcs.k12.ny.us. Please direct questions to (315) 764-3700, extension 3011 or [email protected]. All written...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Aug 17, 2017

    Fri., Aug. 18/17 - 12:10 pm. Offered for Hubert Rourke - Memorial Mass. From the funeral collection. Sat., Aug. 19/17 - 4:00 pm. Anticipated Holy Mass. Offered for Stewart Thompson 20th Anniversary (Aug. 20th), Requested by Christie Thompson. And Louis, Irene, Amy and Mary King - Memorial Mass. Requested by Elaine and Les Thompson. Sun., Aug. 20/17 - 10:00 am. Holy Mass. Offered for Allan Gorrow - Memorial Mass, Grace Gorrow - 16th Anniversary, and Mark Gorrow - 30th Anniversary. Requested by Shirley and Chris Gorrow. Tues., Aug. 22/17 - 7:00...

  • AKWESASNE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-575-2341 EXT. 3215

    Aug 17, 2017

    Please note: Dr. Forson’s walk-in clinic has a 15 patient limit; Dr. Horn’s walk-in clinic has a 20 patient limit and Dr. Saylor’s walk-in clinic has a 12 patient limit. Sign in begins at 8:30am Fri. Aug. 18th Dr. Saylor 9:00-11:30-walk-in 2:00-4:00-by appt. Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-booked follow-ups Mon. Aug. 21st Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-walk-in Tues. Aug. 22nd Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-walk-in Wed. Aug. 23rd Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-by appt. Thurs. Aug. 24th Dr. Horn 9:00-11:30-walk-in...

  • KAWEHNOKE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-932-5808

    Aug 17, 2017

    Please note: Janet Brant, NP walk-in clinic has an 8 patient limit. Sign in begins 30 minutes prior to clinic start time. Fri. Aug. 18th Friday ONLY: All scheduled appointments and walk-in relocated to Tsiionkwanonhso:te Adult Chronic Care. All scheduled appointment times will remain the same. Janet Brant, NP Diabetes Clinic 8:30-11:30-by appt. 1:00-3:30-walk-in Sat. Aug. 19th Lannie Mitchell, NP 8:30-11:30-walk-in Mon. Aug. 21st Lannie Mitchell, NP 8:30-5:00-by appt. Tues. Aug. 22nd Lannie Mitchell, NP 8:30-5:00-by appt. Wed. Aug. 23rd Janet...

  • Thompson Island Anniversary Celebration

    Aug 17, 2017

    The Ionkwa’nikonri:io Thompson Island Cultural Camp is celebrating 20 years! Join the celebration on Wednesday, August 23rd. The event will begin with a sunrise ceremony, tobacco burning and recital of the Ohenton Karihwatekwen. There will be an opportunity to honor community members who have been instrumental in the camp’s development and who have routinely demonstrated their support of the camp for the past 20 years. We encourage guests attending the celebration to boat to the island on their own. Please bring a picnic as well as eating ute...

  • Call Out for Trust Overseers

    Aug 17, 2017

    Due date for applications: Friday, August 18, 2017 @ 4:00pm Applications will be taken from interested members to serve as Trust Overseer to advise the Community Trustee as part of the Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust. CANDIDATES MUST DEMONSTRATE: • Knowledge of the Kanienkehaka culture and the Akwesasne community • A commitment to learning, or enriching his/her knowledge of, the Kanienkeha language • Knowledge, understanding and commitment to the role of Trust Overseer • Honesty, integrity, ethical conduct and common sense • The ability t...

  • Ahkwesahsne Heat Fall Lax

    Aug 17, 2017

    Start dates for youth fall lax to prepare for tournaments are: Ages 10 & under started on Aug. 15th - 5:00-6:30 - Tuesdays & Thursdays Ages 11 & up started Aug. 14th - 6:00-7:30 - Mondays & Wednesdays All practices will be at Jacobs field and registration will be due Aug. 21 & 22. Bring full equipment and a parent or guardian. We are also taking names for a girls team ages 13-15 with Coach Bero. If equipment is needed or for more information contact Coach Conners at 518-521-5531 or find Ahkwesahsne Heat on Facebook....

  • AKWESASNE FREEDOM SCHOOL'S ANNUAL DINNER, SURVIVAL RACE AND QUILT AUCTION

    Aug 17, 2017

    AUGUST 19 & 20 at the Former IGA building across from the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino on Rte 37 in Akwesasne. SURVIVAL RACE will be held on SATURDAY, AUGUST 19th, along with a CHICKEN BBQ DINNER for $10. QUILT AUCTION will be held on SUNDAY, AUGUST 20th, beginning at 1 PM, along with a STEAK DINNER for $15. BOTH DAYS INCLUDE: A Silent Auction, Arts and Crafts Vendors and Concession Stand, along with Live Entertainment. ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP SATURDAY: 11:00 Opening 11:30 London Lazore 12:00 Rez Pony 12:45 Collin Sunday 1:00 Wang 1:45 Ionawiienhawi...

  • Rummage Sale

    Aug 17, 2017

    St. Mary’s School Gym 2 Powers St., Canton, NY Thursday, Aug. 24, & Friday, Aug. 25 8am to 5pm Saturday, Aug. 26 8am to noon...

  • OVS Remote Office Hours

    Aug 17, 2017

    An Office of Vital Statistics representative will be at Iohahiio, in Tsi Snaihne, on Thursday, August 17th and at the Administration Building 1, in Kana:takon, on Thursday, August 24th. They will be there between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to accommodate community members who are unable to visit the office at Cornwall Island Administration Building 3. To help us serve you better, please call 613-575-2250 ext. 1013 for an appointment and further information....

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