A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Akwesasne, NY — For the past week; more than 1,500 environmentalists, tribal members and other supporters have made their way to Cannon Ball, North Dakota to show their support for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s opposition to the Dakota Access Pipeline. The most recent supporters to arrive are Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Chief Ron LaFrance and Sub-Chief Cheryl Jacobs, who made their way to the protest site located just north of the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation on Tuesday, Seskéha/August 23, 2016. The two members of the Saint Regis Moha...
Another year and a new team of winners emerge. This year's winning team, 'Helga's Heroes' clocked in at 2 hours and 59 minutes. Team "Kastowa" finished second with a time of 3 hours and 17 minutes. Team 'Rex Ball' finished third with only three team members and a time of 3 hours and 21 minutes. The 'Ad Hocs' from Six Nations joined the race once again. Last year they dominated the field coming in first place, this year they finished fourth with a time of 3 hours and 41 minutes. This year also...
Montreal (August 24, 2016) - Mohawk Ironworkers is a new 13-part half hour documentary series that celebrates the steely determination of the Mohawk ironworkers of Kahnawake, Akwesasne and Six Nations said to be “the best ironworkers on the planet.” The series premieres Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 7 p.m. ET on APTN. Using a mixture of dramatic HD “high steel” footage, on the job and home-life reality shooting and archival material, each half hour episode presents a fascinating visual and moving story of the ironworkers and their familie...
A local fisherman was charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle, uttering threats and using his vessel as a weapon. While out on the St. Lawrence in Paul Sawatis Bay area, fishing in what is considered Mohawk Territory, Davey George came upon non-natives fishing in what he considers “our waters.” He approached the boat carrying the men and asked if they had a fishing license. “I then told them, if you don’t have a license to fish here, you are trespassing. The man told me he was not trespassing because he was on the water,” George remarked....
The weather was perfect. The food was great. And everyone had a great time. On Wednesday, August 17, 2016, Generations Park was filled with boys and girls from ages 8 to 14 playing soccer, kickball and even shooting a few rounds of lacrosse. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police invited kids to participate in a day of fun and approximately 30 kids came out to play. With captains, officers and plenty of kids everyone had a chance at kicking, passing and scoring. Most of all everyone had a great...
AKWESASNE- After a courageous battle with cancer, "Karoniatienen" Mitch Gray, 33, of 48 Andrew Johnson Road, entered the Spirit World on Monday, August 22, 2016 at his home. His final wish was to be home and surrounded by his loving family and friends. Mitch was born August 17, 1983, in Cornwall, ON, son of James and Darlene Benedict Gray. He attended General Vanier School, and earned his GED through CCVS. He formerly worked at Three Feathers Casino as Head of Security, and most currently...
AKWESASNE – Mrs. Priscilla A. Herne, "Bulla", 48, of 195 Cook Road, peacefully passed away Tuesday morning, August 23, 2016 at her home after a lengthy illness. Bulla was born May 12, 1968 in Cornwall, the daughter of the late Louis W. Sr. and Phyllis M. Adams Lazore. She graduated from General Vanier and later from St. Lawrence College. She also took courses through the University of Michigan High Scope program for Early Childhood Education. On May 25, 2013, she married Joseph M. Herne at t...
The Activities staff of Iakhihsohtha Lodge and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office for the Aging would like to offer our deepest gratitude to Teresa David and the staff at Tsiionkwanonhso:te for hosting the Elder’s Olympic games on Wednesday, August 17. Jamie and Emily transported many Elders to Kawehno:ke to participate in a lively afternoon full of fun, spirited competition, camaraderie, and a delicious BBQ luncheon. Teresa’s dedication to the Elders resulted in perfectly executed games that even included a healthy cheering section! On beh...
The family of Allan Gorrow would like to thank the members of the Akwesasne Community for all their many acts of kindness shown during this difficult time following our father’s passing. We would especially like to thank: Rev. Jerome Pastores of the St. Regis Catholic Church; Sister Christine; Dr. Ben Kelly; Lacey Peters of Health Services Outreach department; Donaldson Funeral Home of Massena; Brass Horse; the staff of Mohawk Distribution; the American Red Cross; the New York State Police and the New York State BCI. The many cards & masses, t...
THANK YOU Hattie Bashaw and her family would like to thank everyone involved with the fundraiser held at the tribal building. A special thank you to the accounting department, Marie Cree Benedict, Adam Bashaw, Spenser McDonald, my family, Matt Rourke, Tribal Chiefs and to all the wonderful people and businesses who donated the tremendous prizes and baskets or donated money. Also to Terry Cree for the beautiful quilt that the community could write messages and words of encouragement. It is impossible to acknowledge all of the caring people who...
Thank you for participating in the Lyme Disease and Tick Contest. You looked, read and took what you wanted from our display, and you answered our important questions regarding Lyme Disease and Ticks. On August 3rd, two contests were held, 1st at CKON radio call in and the 2nd at the Kanonhkwatsheri:io entrance along with the display and ballot box. The winner for the CKON radio contest was Jessica King, and the 2 winners from the ballot box were Iehontsionni Sharrow and Gloria Lazore,...
In a few weeks, one of two remaining Howard Johnson restaurants will close down, which means that there will only be one remaining to serve up fried clam strips and other favorites of customers past. After Sept. 6, the HoJo in Bangor, ME, will be closed, the Associated Press reports. In its heyday, the franchise chain - known as Howard Johnson or Howard Johnson's - boasted more than 800 orange-roofed locations in the U.S. And lest there be any confusion, the restaurants came before Howard...
Submitted by Jamie Ross On Wednesday, August 17, Elders from our community traveled to Tsiionkwanonhso:te to participate in the 2016 Akwesasne Olympic Games. Emily Tarbell from the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office for the Aging and Jamie Ross from Iakhihsohtha Lodge transported Elders to Kawehno:ke to be participants in the games. Teresa David planned and organized three Olympic games: the "javelin" was throwing a pool noodle through a hula-hoop, the "shot put" was a bean bag toss, and then...
As part of CNY ATD's recent CNY BEST Learning and Performance Awards Ceremony, CNY ATD recognized Maryellen T. Cooke for earning the Certified Professional in Learning and Performance™ (CPLP) credential from the ATD Certification Institute. Earning the CPLP™ credential means Maryellen possesses the knowledge and skills to be a top performer in the talent development field. Maryellen is Training and Development Manager at Akwesasne Mohawk Casino. Becoming a CPLP enhances a professional's cre...
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"Coffin cheaters dance on their graves," sings Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie in "Little Bones," and on what could be the band's final tour after a three-decade run, did he ever show us what that means. The Hip, who played Akwesasne in 2007, performed sold out shows across Canada for their Man Machine Poem tour, which was put together on the heels of the band announcing their charismatic leader and lyricist Downie was diagnosed in December with terminal brain cancer. I, along with my...
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The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation (TVR) program hosted its 16th annual Disability Awareness Day at the Travis Solomon Memorial Box Lacrosse on August 19. The event is held annually to bring about community awareness and to highlight the network of programs and services available to those including but not limited to those with disabilities. "To date the TVR program has assisted over 1,000 people and they've helped 25-30 individuals gain meaningful employment in the past...
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Family Support Program hosted a picnic for their clients on Seskeha/August 17, 2016. Hosted at Akwesasne's Generations Park, the picnic provided an opportunity for the program's staff to strengthen relationships with their clients in a more informal setting, as well as to enjoy a beautiful summer's day. The day-long event also provided respite service to client's family members, so they can better meet the needs of their loved ones. The Family Support Program is ov...
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By Karonhiaton On the weekend of August 20 and 21, Upper Canada Village hosted Food Lovers' Field Days. On Saturday, audiences were entertained by the Third Annual Iron Pan Competition. Four chefs competed in a cooking competition amongst a live audience. Chefs were issued a box of local mystery ingredients and were given an iron skillet and pot that they were expected to use to prepare their competitive dish. Mystery ingredients included two proteins, wild boar and venison, maple syrup, smoke...
Overloaded backpacks used by children have received a lot of attention from parents, doctors, school administrators and the media in the past several years. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, thousands of backpack-related injuries are treated at hospital emergency rooms, doctors’ offices and clinics each year. Injuries ranged from contusions, to sprains and strains to the back and shoulder, and fractures. Tips for selecting a backpack -Choose ergonomically designed features that enhance safety and comfort -A padded b...
Submitted by Native North American Travelling College Along time ago, there was an old lady who lived in a village. This old lady was very helpful to her community because she knew the medicines. She was always more than willing to help the other people in her village. Whenever someone needed some medicine they would always go to the old woman to get it. One day she decided she was getting weaker in her old age but she still went out on her path to pick her medicines. As she proceeded to walk...
On Sunday, August 21 the Akwesasne Freedom School held the Annual Quilt Auction & Dinner. Despite the rain showers, local community members and visitors from surrounding areas came to came out to show their support by bidding on beautiful quilts varying in size, pattern and color. Attendees also had the chance to enjoy a steak and cornbread dinner and had the opportunity to take part in the silent auction, which was held inside the school with beautiful items donated by parents and students who...
Submitted by Vanetta Conn, CHES Family, Health & Well-Being Educator & CCE Communications Director Cornell Cooperative Extension Franklin County Each year staff from Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) in Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties work together to create an updated Guide to Local Food. We contact local farmers who offer their produce directly to the public through venues like Farmers’ Markets and Farm Stands. The guide provides information on the products available, hours of operation, and contact information including addresses, t...
