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  • Franklin County COVID-19 Case Statistics

    Sep 2, 2021

    Daily Statistics for Wednesday, August 1, 2021: New Positives: 37 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 132 DOCCS Inmate Active: 2; Bare Hill Correctional: 1, Franklin Correctional: 1 New Deaths: 1 New Recovered: 26 Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 241 Cumulative Totals: Cases: 3090 Confirmed Positive: 2956, Probable: 134, Deaths: 18, Recovered: 2970 Daily Statistics for Tuesday, August 31, 2021: New Positives: 23 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 102 Community Active: 100 DOCCS Inmate Active: 2; Bare Hill Correctional: 1, Franklin Correctional: 1 New...

  • Self-Care is More Important Than Ever

    Sep 2, 2021

    by St. Lawrence Health’s Behavioral Health services As our world continues to fight a pandemic, and natural disasters are occurring on a regular basis, we all need to practice self-care now more than ever. National Wellness Month could easily be renamed Wellness Year for 2021. St. Lawrence Health Behavioral Health Director Jayme Smith, PsyD, noted self-care isn’t optional right now. “Self-care is necessary for ensuring we can continue to function today, if not better than yesterday,” Dr. Smith said. “Everyone needs to ensure their bodies an...

  • Photo taken at the Travelling College's 1st community event

    Sep 2, 2021

    Photo taken at the Travelling College's 1st community event, Agnes Garrow demonstrates her talent at basket making. Approx. 1979, submitted by D. David 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....

  • Police Blotter

    Sep 2, 2021

    WARRANTS, BREAK AND ENTER, MISCHIEF UNDER $5000, POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE I SUBSTANCE Cornwall, ON – Darrell Herne Jr., 31, of Cornwall was arrested on August 27th, 2021 on the strength of a warrant for failing to attend court and failing to attend for fingerprints. He was also charged with break and enter, mischief under $5000 and possession of a Schedule I substance. It is alleged on July 12th, 2021, the man forced his way into a Montreal Road business, causing damage to a window, and subsequently removed a quantity of items from the b...

  • ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

    Sep 2, 2021

    SALARY LEVEL: CL10 ST2 $38,460.88 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent will provide administrative and clerical support to Addiction Counselors, Mental Health workers and Traditional Medicine workers to ensure its efficient operation. QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year post-secondary community college in a related field; Two (2) year administrative experience in a related field; Experience working with adults All interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copies of all rele...

  • SENIOR MAINTENANCE MANAGER

    Sep 2, 2021

    SALARY LEVEL: MG3 ST2 $75,800.58 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Director, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing the Building Maintenance Program for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, and responsive to the sanitation and maintenance needs of Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Directors and Program Managers, to ensure that all assigned Sectors Maintenance Managers, Maintenance Supervisors and support staff perform sanitation and maintenance effectively and efficiently. To ensure that MCA buildings are properly maintained...

  • SENIOR RESEARCHER

    Sep 2, 2021

    SALARY LEVEL: SP5 ST2 $56,061.34 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Researcher is responsible for carrying out research objectives and projects of the ARRO with set timelines for potential and existing land claims and litigation opportunities, as well as providing research support for other ARRO projects. QUALIFICATIONS: • University degree in History, Governance, Political Science, Anthropology, Native Studies, or related field; AND • One (1) year of related experience in a Native Organization • Knowledge of Mohawk government systems; • Knowled...

  • COMPLIANCE OFFICER

    Sep 2, 2021

    SALARY LEVEL: GST06 ST2 $49,390.30 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Staff Sergeant of Operations, the Incumbent is responsible for overseeing compliance of Akwesasne By-Laws and Community Laws within the regulatory jurisdiction of the MCA. QUALIFICATIONS: Post-Secondary education in a program of Law and Security, or related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent with at least three (3) years related work experience in the enforcement field. All interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copies...

  • Food Pantry Coordinator

    Sep 2, 2021

    Department: Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours weekly Mon-Fri Salary: $14.80 per hour Closing Date: 9/17/2021 Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: The Food Pantry Coordinator will be responsible for the operations of the Akwesasne Food Pantry operated by the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation. This position includes food purchasing and arrange deliveries to the site, scheduling and supervision of volunteers for packaging and distribution of food, oversight of pantry hours, data collection...

  • JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT MCA

    Sep 2, 2021

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne currently has multiple employment opportunities available! • REGISTERED NURSE • PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER • NURSE PRACTITIONER • SENIOR MAINTENANCE MANAGER • SENIOR RESEARCHER • COMPLIANCE OFFICER • ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT • KITCHEN AIDE • HOME INSPECTOR • CARETAKER To view the full job descriptions, please visit www.akwesasne.ca/employment....

  • Family Worker/Intake Specialist

    Sep 2, 2021

    Department: Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours weekly Salary: $14.22 per hour Closing Date: 9/17/2021 Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Family Worker/Intake Specialist is responsible for providing advocacy and/or financial assistance to low-income households by utilizing Intake Forms to determine eligibility for services, assess for eligibility for other services and to determine the underlying cause(s) of their crisis. Family...

  • Project Assistant

    Sep 2, 2021

    Department: Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours weekly Salary: $13.73 per hour Closing Date: September 17, 2021 Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: Under direct supervision of the Executive Director, the Project Assistant will plan, schedule, facilitate, cooking, clean up for MIHC Activity Program to engage residents in community activities and maintain quality of life resources. Will collect and input data into tracking document. Office duties include answering phones, logging...

  • Fiscal Officer

    Sep 2, 2021

    Department: Finance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours weekly Salary: $43,888 per year Closing Date: September 17, 2021 Native Preference in Hiring Background check for employment purposes Summary: Under direct supervision of the Executive Director, the Fiscal Officer will be responsible for account oversight, determine how funds are spent by adhering to funding source requirements for the properties owned and managed by the Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation and Hogansburg Housing Development Fund Company, Inc. Incumbent will be responsible to...

  • CAA Management is currently looking for reliable, hard-working talent for the following positions...

    Sep 2, 2021

    For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x113 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at twinleafstores.com...

  • Akwesasne Indians Win Inaugural Survivors Cup

    Sep 2, 2021

    Last week the Akwesasne Indians defeated the Orangeville Northmen to win the inaugural Survivor's Cup – U19 Showcase lacrosse tournament. With lacrosse fans yearning to watch a game - this five-day tournament was one of the only chances people had to watch lacrosse this year. Almost all of lacrosse world had scrapped the lacrosse season for the second year in a row due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In June, the regular season for both the Junior B and Junior A lacrosse leagues in Ontario were c...

  • Tota News

    Sep 2, 2021

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Please Note: The center is now opened! Congregate meals began on August 9th. Monday Bingo will also resume. SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS: Sept. 1st-Lorene Herne Sept. 2nd-Helen Samson & Hilda Smoke Sept. 3rd-Peter Back, Clover Dishaw & Leo Belfy Sept. 4th-Delia Cook, Doris Thomas & Alice Thompson Sept. 5th-Beverly Freda Barney, Carolyn Durant & Dewey Garrow Sr. Sept. 6th-Dennis White CHAIR YOGA: Catherine Cook will be teaching every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am. Please wear a mask if...

  • PUBLIC NOTICE OF LAND DISPUTE

    Sep 2, 2021

    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 October 2, 2021. Claimant: Jessica Terrance, Sandra Terrance Estate 30 Herne Road, Hogansburg, NY 13655 Respondent: Crystal King 69 Indian Village Road, Hogansburg, NY 13655 Property in Dispute: Lot #61 Case...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Sep 2, 2021

    Weekend masses at the St. Regis Mission Church have been increased to a MAXIMUM OF 50 PERSONS excluding clergy and volunteers. DUE TO THE INCREASE IN COVID CASES IN THE COMMUNITY WE ARE STILL UNDER A STATE OF EMERGENCY AND ALL CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATORY RESTRICTIONS APPLY until further notice: SOCIAL DISTANCING, SIGN IN, WEARING MASKS, COVID SCREENING AND TEMPERATURE CHECKS AS PER MCA-EOC GUIDANCE. THERE ARE NO private masses in the chapel UNTIL AFTER SEPTEMBER 19, 2021. Regular office hours in the Rectory are WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM TO 1PM....

  • NO. 21-0128 INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) FOR COVID-19 RENOVATIONS TO HEALTH SERVICES, AKWESASNE, NY.

    Sep 2, 2021

    Submission: Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT), Grants & Contracts Office, 2nd Floor, Ionkwakiohkwaróron Administration Building, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655 no later than 3:30 p.m. (Local Time), THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2021. Description: SRMT is accepting Sealed Bids from qualified Contractors to provide all labor, supervision, materials and supplies, tools and equipment, transportation and incidentals required for the partial interior and exterior demolition, renovations and associated electrical, HVAC and fire...

  • Campfire Stories as Told by Dave Fadden

    Mahlon Smoke|Sep 2, 2021

    By Mahlon Smoke Located at the Six Nations Iroquois Cultural Museum, a campfire was set and people gathered for a night of legends and stories told by Dave Fadden. While the pandemic had prevented them from holding it last year, on August 21st they welcomed guests to sit around as Dave Fadden, artist and storyteller, would tell exciting legends and fantastic stories. Fadden spoke about how he became a storyteller by listening to his grandfather Ray Fadden, tell stories. Dave shared the story of...

  • SRMT Employment Opportunites

    Sep 2, 2021

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  • ACESS Inflector Recruitment

    Sep 2, 2021

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  • Enjoy Labor Day Weekend but Stay COVID-Safe.

    Sep 2, 2021

    FCPH. Cases in Franklin County are climbing, and community transmission of the disease is high. Labor Day weekend symbolizes the end of summer for many, a last “hurrah” for parties, picnics, and cookouts. These simple pleasures should be enjoyed by all this weekend but, during this pandemic, there is a way to do it safely. If at all possible, avoid large gatherings and do the following to keep your party from turning into a “super spreader” event: • Keep the guest list small and invite guests who are local. • Know your guests vaccination...

  • SRMT Reports 47.8% Vaccination Rate Amidst Rising Cases

    Sep 2, 2021

    14 AKWESASNE. The Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services reported a slight increase this week in the vaccination rate under the Tribe's jurisdiction. Ninety (90) COVID-19 vaccinations were administered over the past week, bringing the vaccination rate to 47.8%. There remains 52.2% of eligible community members; or approximately 4,121 individuals, who are unvaccinated and susceptible to developing severe illness that may require hospitalization due to the more contagious Delta Variant. The...

  • SRMT EOC Reports 9 Total Active COVID-19 Cases, 27 Quarantined

    Sep 2, 2021

    15 AKWESASNE. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Emergency Operations Center and Health Services reported four (4) new COVID-19 cases yesterday and one (1) new positive case today. We are pleased that seven (7) individuals have been released from isolation however, nine (9) total active cases remain under the Tribe's jurisdiction. There are 27 family members and friends in quarantine at home following public health guidance. We with them all the very best for a safe and complication-free...