A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Jack Leaf is another World War II veteran surviving the most deadliest and widespread war in history that lasted for 6 years. He had enlisted into the Army at about the same day that the U.S dropped the atomic bombs over Hiroshima and Nagasaki in retaliation for Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. Germany had also become an ally to Japan during that period after December 7, 1941. Jack recalls being stationed at Germany and upon arrival, he mentioned that much of the country of Germany was a massive...
Friends, family and colleagues would like to congratulate Natalie S. Gibson for being accepted into the hospital based Massage Therapy Program in Arlington, Virginia. Only 10-20 cohorts are accepted per year to attend the Healwell Hospital based Massage Therapy Program. Natalie will attend the fall 2015 module scheduled for October and November. Her training will include a six day intensive clinical rotation with actual patients in real, acute medical situations. Training includes adult and...
Want to stay married, talk about money. Creating healthy finances when two people join their lives takes effort. Are you having money talks with your spouse or significant other? Many people will talk about anything before money and yet money is the #1 reason for divorce and the driving force in an estimated 90% of divorces. If you are not married yet, have you opened the door to communicating about money? There is no better time than now to start talking. If you have issues about money before you walk down the aisle, rest assured that they...
Taking full advantage of the space offered at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino to display their handcrafted ribbon shirts, Monica Antone of Monica's Native Arts and Crafts and Kelly Marshall of Lenora David's Ribbon Shirts had full racks of ribbon shirts for sale. The Ribbon Shirt Expo took place on Friday, August 20, 2015 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. This event was co-sponsored by the SRMT Economic Development, the "Buy Local", Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and the St. Regis Mohawk Trib...
Speeding: On Aug. 20, St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police ticketed Kanerahtonkie J. Boots, 20, of Hogansburg, also citing unlicensed operation and unregistered vehicle. Tickets are returnable to Tribal Court on Sept. 14. On Aug. 19, Tribal Police ticketed Brantley I. Adams, 20, of Rooseveltown. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Sept. 14. On Aug. 20, Tribal Police ticketed Wayne T. Miller, 68, of Essex, Vt. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Sept. 14. On Aug. 18, Tribal Police ticketed Paul V. Price, 60, of Mississauga, Ontario. Ticket is...
A number of residents at Tsiionkwanonhso:te are lifelong campers and were owners of summer cabins. The goal of the Recreation & Leisure Staff is to have these individuals experience these activities again, and with the help of the summer interns anything is possible. Living in the North Country and eastern Ontario, it is easy to take for granted the attractions that bring tourists to our area. So, we planned to be tourists and went on a road trip to Tupper Lake! The trip was made possible with...
Open every Sunday 10-2 beginning August 30th September 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th 600 Smith Rd., Suite A Brasher Falls, NY Many items up for auction! Auction tickets- one for $2.00 or 10 for $5.00 Garage sale items include antiques and collectibles Plus our annual “Last shall be First” 50-50 raffle Questions? Call 866-650-5116 or www.picei.org Your support is greatly appreciated!...
The Akwesasne Chamber of Commerce held their 2nd Annual Buy Local Golf Tournament on Friday, August 21, 2015 at the Cedar View Golf Club. One lucky golfer had a chance to win a 2016 Ford Fusion had they shot a hole-in-one! Thanks to Frenchie's Ford for sponsoring the hole in one. As luck or skill would have it, no one won the Ford Fusion. The Tournament also held a "Ugly Pants" award and they had several to choose from. Ugly Pants Award Winners 1st Place - Jason Cole - Broadband 2nd Place - Bea...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that the Aboriginal Conservation Program on Kawehno:ke will be scheduling its first part of insulation contractors and appliance deliveries starting on Monday, August 31, 2015. The Appliance Recycling Centers of America, Inc. will be in Akwesasne on the following dates: • September 14-18 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. • September 21-22 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. *These longer hours are to accommodate those who work throughout the day* A local community member will be available to aid hom...
Let me start by saying thank you for all of the amazing donations that we have received for the Thompson Foundation! It shows hope and courage to give your support. We are still in the beginning stages. Anyone who wishes to engage in fundraising to contribute to our cause we greatly encourage, be it private or public. Here is one of my life experiences I wish for you to learn from. I began working for a fish and seafood processor in Montreal. Great people, and amazing work. I was asked to work...
Prep time-15 minutes Cook time- 1hour, 5 minutes Ingredients: 2 eggs 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 cup yogurt 1 & ½ cups flour 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 & ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 cups grated and squeezed zucchini 1 cup chocolate chips, ¼ of it for topping Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 F, grease 2 loaf pans (8 ½ x 4 ½ inches) In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Add olive oil, vanilla extract and yogurt and mix well Add in cocoa and mix with a spatula Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a...
L-R: Joe Adams, Theresa Oakes, George Sharrow, Christie (Peters) Lazore and Cecelia Adams Sharrow. Niawen to Josephine (Peters) Lazore for sharing this photo with our readers! 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 same building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
Division: Legal Job Code: 23-1011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: Under the direction of Tribal Council, responsible for legal advice, representation, assistance and support to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, its government, departments and enterprises. General Counsel represents the Tribe in all aspects of tribal government, including, but not limited to, commercial transactions, contracts, gaming, application of environment and natural resources laws and other federal laws relating...
Division: Compliance Job Code: 13-1014 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: In general Tribal Environmental law prohibits air and water pollution, hazardous waste pollution and regulates the disposal of solid waste. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Environmental Compliance Inspector is responsible for inspecting and monitoring for compliance of all of the Tribe’s Environmental Laws and regulations. Also responsible for ensuring compliance with tribal laws regulating the transportation, st...
Division: Administration Status: Per Diem, Non-exempt - Appointment for 5 year term Deadline: Open Until Filled Description of Position: Ensure that Elected Officials are accountable to the Tribal membership and to act with honesty, integrity, fairness and impartiality in their conduct. Establish rules and regulations and enforce the procedural aspects of the SRMT Ethics Ordinance; establish Ethics Office by maintaining budget, processing administrative paperwork, maintain files; establish a process for hearings and appeals; process ethics comp...
Division: Law Enforcement Job Code: 33-3021 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: Actively participate in abused persons/domestic violence cases, sex assault cases and cases involving children and shall assume responsibility for these cases in regards to the detective division and shall assume responsibility for these cases as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor degree, an advanced degree is preferable with specialized training in the areas of sexual and domestic abuse, mediation and/or confl...
Division: Finance Job Code: 13-2011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Open Until Filled Description of Position: Responsible for the supervision, direction and training of the program accountants/bookkeepers. Also responsible for maintaining, monitoring and ensuring that all programs are operating in compliance with the Federal OMB Guidelines. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting or related field and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of related e...
Division: Tribal Gaming Commission Job Code: 49-9071 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 4, 2015 Description of Position: Inspect any gaming facility on tribal land in which games are operated pursuant to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Ordinance, the Tribal-State Compact between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the State of New York and the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988. Inspectors shall be employed and directed for the purpose of protecting the Tribe, the gaming public, and the integrity of the Tribe’s ga...
Division: Compliance Job Code: 51-9111 Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: Responsible for the safe, operation of stamping machines, accounting for all products shipped and received at designated location. Follow department policies on shipping and receiving, by completing reports as needed. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED with prior experience operating a packaging machine. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Bu...
Division: Economic Development, AERC Job Code: 43-4171 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: Maintain the efficient operation of telephone calls, mail, faxes and photocopying. Direct all clients to appropriate areas. Qualifications: College education in Business Administration/Office Administration or minimum two years in the secretarial/receptionist field. Subject to the Fleet policy. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 51...
Division: Economic Development, AERC Job Code: 37-2011 Status: Per Diem, Non-Exempt Deadline: Seskehkó:wa/September 11, 2015 Description of Position: Maintain a clean and safe working environment for all Tribal offices and public areas. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED and one to three months related experience and/or training. Subject to the Fleet and Background policies. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-358-2272. Applicants must submit letter of interest, re...
The Kanikohhr’i:io I:wa ne Ona’:ke Canoe & Kayak Club will host Family Paddle Time every Wednesday until the end of September from 5pm-7pm at the St. Regis Recreation. If you don’t have your own kayak or canoe they have some available for use and they also have life jackets. No paddling experience necessary....
Salary Level: HS 09 - $37,389.83- $38,885.43 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the facilitation, planning, organizing and conducting of Outreach activities, education and support groups. Also responsible for client monitoring within the program. QUALIFICATIONS: University Degree in Social field or a 2 year Social Service Worker diploma or equivalent diploma with three (3) years work experience working with women, men and children in crisis. Experience in mental health and...
Salary: HS 08 Step 2 - $38,828.77 - $40,381.92 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the direct supervision of the Home Support Supervisor, the Personal Support Worker (PSW) is responsible for providing quality and unique care in all aspects of activities of daily living. The PSW contributes to the quality of life of individuals who live at home by promoting their independence, dignity, mobility, personal appearance, comfort and safety. Personal Support Worker work’s as a member of the health care/service team. QUALIFICATIONS: MUST have a P...
Salary Level: HS 12 - $33,076.24 - $34,399.29 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. Responsible to provide supervision on shift and is responsible to client monitoring within the program plan. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year Social Worker or equivalent diploma; Three (3) years experience working with women and children in crisis; Education/experience in mental health and addictions, certification...
