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By Connie Gerow, 4-H Tribal Mentoring Coordinator During the summer, the Franklin County Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) 4-H Tribal Mentoring was provided the opportunity to partner with the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club (ABGC)/Johnson O’Malley (JOM) summer program. After a three year hiatus, ABGC/JOM rejuvenated their summer program to include a wide variety of service organizations that not only included the CCE 4-H program but also the Clarkson University Robotics, the Let’s Get Healthy,...
Whether on a street, highway or county road, and regardless of the speed limit and the number of lanes, motorists travelling in both directions must stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its upper red lights flashing. A flashing stop arm will swing out while passengers are boarding or leaving the bus. (The only exception: on highways separated by a median, traffic coming from the opposite direction is not required to stop). Once all passengers have boarded, the STOP arm will fold away. Do not start moving until the red lights have...
Petit Larceny - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police arrested Jonathan L. Kelly, 17, of Malone, NY, and charged him with petit larceny on August 24. Mr. Kelly was released on appearance tickets and is to answer the charges in Bombay Town Court on September 24. Petit Larceny - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police arrested Kaitlynn M. Caron, 16, of Chateauguay, NY, and charged her with petit larceny on August 24. Ms. Caron was released on appearance tickets and is to answer the charges in Bombay Town Court on September 24. Driver’s View Obstructed - S...
I-STOP ACT COMPONENT GOES INTO EFFECT IN NYS Now Doctors Must Check Patients’ Narcotic Prescription Histories Before Writing Or Refilling A Prescription (August 27, 2013) STATEN ISLAND — Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman joined elected officials and community leaders from New York to celebrate the implementation of a key component of New York State’s innovative program for preventing prescription drug abuse. Introduced in June 2011 by Attorney General Schneiderman and unanimously passed by the Legislature in 2012, was the Internet Syste...
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Reprinted from ‘Legends of the Iroquois’ by Tehanetorens (Ray Fadden) Continued from last week...
AMERICAN INDIAN GROUPS CALL FOR U.N. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE INQUIRY SEATTLE – Tuesday, the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), Native American Rights Fund (NARF), the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), as well as elected leaders and grassroots advocates from American Indian country, decried the United States’ violations of indigenous prisoners’ religious freedoms, to the United Nations Human Rights Committee. The coalition’s concerns took the form of a 15-page report, titled, “Joint Submission to Human Rights Committee Concernin...
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....
Deadline: September 19, 2013 Job Purpose: As a Financial Manager you will be responsible for the organization’s financial plans and policies, preparing complex budgets for annual planning, providing summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook, as well as other cost accounting. You will be expected to abide by a strict confidentiality agreement. Job Duties: · Responsible for the month-end and year-end closing process as well as coordinating day-to-day accounting for a multitude of industries. · Ensure the acc...
Deadline: September 19, 2013 Job Purpose: As Marketing Manager it will be your responsibility to lead the marketing team in developing a marketing strategy, implementing a yearly marketing plan, and coordinating tasks of all members of the marketing department ensuring that the message being sent to customers aligns with the mission and values of the company. Job Duties: · Develop market performance goals and implement plans which align with company goals, including; developing product positioning strategy, providing oversight of all...
The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education is seeking reliable and energetic supply teachers at all grade levels (Head Start to Grade 8) for the 2013-2014 school year. Certified teachers preferred; high school diploma or its equivalent with experience working in an educational setting is acceptable. If interested, please submit your resume, copies of teaching credentials, high school diploma and a clear Criminal Reference Check. In person to: Jean Benedict, HR Generalist Ahkwesashne Mohawk Board of Education Located behind the Peace Tree Mall...
SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBAL GAMING COMMISSION EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Commission is seeking a Full-time, Surveillance Shift Supervisor to provide clandestine monitoring of Gaming Patrons and Gaming Employees in the Tribe’s Gaming Enterprises utilizing our state-of-the-art Digital Monitoring Network. If you are interested in the fast paced, ever expanding gaming industry, the Gaming Commission is an excellent place to work. As a Surveillance Shift Supervisor, you will provide leadership, education and g...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: •SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (K-12 preferred) Submit application, letter of interest and current resume with references to: Angela Robert, Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 63 7 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
9 AKWESASNE STREET AKWESASNE QC, HOM 1A0 Position: Cashier, 2-Full Time /1- Part Time Opening Date: August 26, 2013 until filled Salary Range: $9.00 per hour and up Position Description: Local convenience store is looking for energetic, outgoing people who love working with the public. Duties include cashiering, stocking, store cleanup, food prep, and other duties as assigned. Applicants must be 21 or older. Lifting requirements up to 50lbs, High school diploma required. All interested applicants must apply in writing with a resume with...
AKWESASNE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB JOB POSTING DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: September 13th, 2013, 4:00p.m. POSITION DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT: Programs REPORTS TO: Program Director FLSA: Non-Exempt PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for the development, implementation and supervision of the cultural and arts programs. Programs in this area enable youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of the visual arts, crafts, performing arts and creative writing. KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities): PREPARE YOUTH FOR...
Deadline: September 19, 2013 Job Purpose: As a Financial Manager you will be responsible for the organization’s financial plans and policies, preparing complex budgets for annual planning, providing summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook, as well as other cost accounting. You will be expected to abide by a strict confidentiality agreement. Job Duties: · Responsible for the month-end and year-end closing process as well as coordinating day-to-day accounting for a multitude of industries. · Ensure the acc...
Win up to $5,000 for purchasing a whole ticket or win up to $500 for purchasing a $10 spot. Only 100 tickets are sold. Drawing is Sat. October 12th, 2013 at the Brass Horse, Rte. 37, Hogansburg, NY at 7 p.m. You do not have to be present to win. For info. call 1-866-660-5516 or www.picei.com or Facebook....
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays Sept. 1st Andrew Herne Sept. 2nd Josephine Lazore Sept. 3rd Clover Dishaw, Mary E. Gardner, Harriet Garrow & Peter Back Sept. 4th Barney Rourke Sept. 5th Beverly Barney & Carolyn Durant Sept. 6th Minnie Lazore Sept. 7th Belson Jones & Myrna Murray Sept. 9th Helen Sherwood Sept. 11th Janet Herne Activities: Sept. 6th Wii Bowling-10:30, Movie-11:15 Sept. 9th Bingo-1:00; Sept. 10th Massage-9:00; Computer Class-10:30; Yoga-11:00; Shopping-1:00; Sept. 11th Healthy...
Holy Mass Schedule •Friday, Sept. 6 – 7:30 am – No Mass •Saturday, Sept. 7 – 4:00 pm For Nancy Hopps - Memorial Mass Requested by Vernon Hopps •Sunday, September 8 – 10:00 am For Frank Cook – 1st Memorial Birthday Mass Parish Mass Intention ** Father Jerome Pastores will be away during the month of September, therefore, there will be no Mass Intentions on weekdays during the month. There will be only weekend Mass Intentions. Thank you for your understanding and God Bless you....
Fri. Sept. 6th Joelle Regnier, NP 8:30-12:00-Elders Clinic 1:00-4:00-by appt. Sat. Sept. 7th Joelle Regnier, NP-Walk-In 8:00-12:00 Mon. Sept. 9th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 1:00-4:00 Tues. Sept. 10th Dr. young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. Sept. 11th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Joelle Regnier, NP-Walk-In 5:00-8:00pm Thurs. Sept. 12th Joelle Regnier, NP-by appt. 1:00-4:00...
Fri. Sept. 6th Dr. Forson-by appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. Sept. 7th Closed Mon. Sept. 9th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. Sept. 10th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:15 Wed. Sept. 11th Lab 8:30-10:00 Thurs. Sept. 13th No Doctor...
PO Box 101- Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A0 Or PO Box 1043-Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact-George Adams-613-575-2871...
Dr. Navaneelan’s Akwesasne Community Dental Clinic will be closed for holidays starting Thursday, September 5th and will re-open Monday, September 16th. All emergencies should go to the community walk-in clinics or Community Hospital. We apologize for the inconvenience the closure may cause. Nia:wen Kowa! Dr. Navaneelan’s Dental Team...
Immunization clinics will be held every Wednesday and Friday at the Community Health office in Kanatakon (St. Regis) from 8:30-3:30pm, closed for lunch 12-1pm. If you are requesting any copies of health records, such as immunization etc., please allow 2 business days for pick up. If you have any questions, please contact MCA Community Health Program 613-575-2341 ext. 3200....
Whether your kids are just starting kindergarten or entering the final year of high school, there are many good reasons for parents to volunteer at school. It's a great way to show your kids that you take an interest in their education, and it sends a positive message that you consider school a worthwhile cause....