A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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CORNWALL – The Ontario Power Generation (OPG) hosted an evening with members of the Akwesasne community to celebrate Mohawk Culture. Held in several gardens at Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre on Second Street West, plenty of guests wandered the beautiful grounds, viewed the exhibits inside the Visitors Center and enjoyed two live readings outdoors. Under cloudy skies, but with warm breezes to keep everyone content, the early evening event featured local children's book authors, Ariana R...
Edit: This story was originally in the August 29, 2024 (42#34) incorrectly. We apologize for the error. We had a shell of a time at the MCA Environment Program's turtle release party held on Friday, August 23! A little rain didn't dampen our spirits as Akwesasronon gathered on Kawehno:ke to help return turtles to their natural habitat. 🐢 Snapping turtles, an at-risk species, need our help, and our dedicated Environment team has been working tirelessly to protect their eggs and boost ha...
On August 31, 2024, at approximately 12:42 p.m., New York State Police members responded to the Military Turnpike in the town of Altona for a body located in the northside ditch of the road. Troopers arrived on the scene and located a deceased male approximately 100 feet from a small bridge over a creek. The victim was identified as Dustin E. Oakes, age 34, of Hogansburg, NY. On September 1, 2024, at approximately 8:00 a.m., an autopsy was performed at Glens Falls Hospital on Dustin E. Oakes by Forensic Pathologist Doctor Michael Sikirica. The...
By David Arquette. On the weekend of August 9th to the 11th, HETF Youth Group (YG) hosted the Haudenosaunee Youth & Elders Gathering on Climate Change (HY&EGCC) in Akwesasne Mohawk Nation Territory. We would start off Friday welcoming guests to Akwesasne and assisting them in getting to their lodging. Many of the guests would arrive in the late evening and into the night. It would be an eventful day as Akwesasne, and the North Country would face rapid flooding like never seen before. Initially,...
By Jorge Barrera. One of the key players allegedly behind a fatal cross-border human smuggling run that ended in the St. Lawrence River drowning deaths last March of nine people - including two young children - is currently facing an extradition request from the U.S. on a nine-count indictment, according to court records. Stephanie Square, 51, was arrested by Akwesasne Mohawk Police on the morning of Aug. 22 and remains in custody pending the outcome of the extradition process, which is being...
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Ernest Alexander "Satekarenhes" Gambill at Massena Memorial Hospital on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the age of 53. Ernest "Little Ernie", Wolf Clan was born on September 14, 1970 in Cornwall, Ont. He was the eldest child to Ernest and Lorraine Gambill. Brother to the late Forrester Gambill and Venus (Will) from Akwesasne. On March 15, 1991, he married his high school sweet heart, Julia (née Black) sadly ending in divorce. Ernie...
AKWESASNE- Norman King, 85, of 5 Park Street, Kanatakon, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the Cornwall Community Hospital with his loving family by his side. Norman was born on January 6, 1939 in Ottawa, son of the late Paul and Agnes (Square) King. He attended St. Regis Schools and married Nancy Mitchell on August 5, 1961 at the St. Regis Catholic Church with Fr. Arsenault officiating. He was a communicant of the St. Regis Catholic Church and worked as an Ironworker Local...
In mid-August, the Akwesasne Storm Boys Minor Lacrossee and the Akwesasne Storm Girls Minor Lacrosse headed to the Whitby, ON area for the 2024 Ontario Provincial Lacrosse games. The U13 Girls team brought home the gold – winning first place in Ontario. An Akwesasne Minor Lacrosse Association (AMLA) first for our girls teams. At a banquet to honor the team, Coach Shania Francis said, "Thank you for all that you two have done this year. This year was a dream come true for the sport of girls l...
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AKWESASNE - Jake William "Tahakie" LaFrance, 78, of 32 Lighthouse Road, Kawehnoke, began his journey back to the Spirit World on July 18, 2024 after a lengthy illness at Iakhihsohtha Lodge and resting at Tsiionkwanonhsote Long Term Care Facility, both facilities offering him the highest standard of tender loving care. Jake was born January 15, 1946 at home in Akwesasne, the son of the late James "Boxy" and Harriet (Laughing) LaFrance. He attended the St. Regis Mohawk School and was a 1964 gradua...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30 am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL - Club dues for 2024: You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Sept. 5th-Beverly Freda Barney, Carolyn Durant & Rickey Hamelin Sept. 9th- Helen Sherwood & Maurice Herne Sept. 11th-Gail General Activities: Fri. Sept. N/A;...
Producing power from the river for sale to an Electrical Utility Fall Update Meeting on New Developments and Personnel Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024 Time: 11 am Place: A’nowara’ko:wa Turtle Room...
The Mental Health and Traditional Medicine Program will be working together to host a Community Round Dance that is meant to uplift each other, promote togetherness and build resilience by using culture and prevention. All community members are invited to partake in this enriching experience. Date: September 10, 2024 Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: St. Regis Recreation Center (Outdoors) For more information, please contact Mental Health Services at 613-575-2341 ext. 3115....
Akwesasne, if you have questions about: • Old Age Security (OAS) Pension, • Canada Pension, • Social Insurance Numbers, • Employment Insurance, A Service Canada Representative will be in Akwesasne on the second Tuesday of each month at the Cornwall Island Administration Building #3 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed for lunch from Noon-1 p.m.). Please go directly to the CIA#3 for services. The next visits will be on: • September 10 • October 8 • November 12 • December 10 They are also available on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Vi...
For Immediate Release: Seskéha/August 28, 2024 OFFICIAL LIST OF CANDIDATES FOR MCA GENERAL ELECTION The Chief Electoral Officer has released the following OFFICIAL list of candidates for the upcoming Mohawk Council of Akwesasne General Election. Nominations were held on Saturday, August 24, 2024. The list has now been verified and nominees have formally accepted their nomination. The MCA General Election will be held on September 14, 2024. Advanced polls will be held by appointment only on...
Cornwall, ON - is once again hosting their annual Harvest BBQ Open House on Saturday, September 14 from 10 am to 3pm at the Club which is located at 506 Pitt Street in Cornwall, Ontario (corner of Pitt and Fifth Streets). Open to the community, this family friendly FUNraiser event will not only feature a BBQ but will also play host to arts and craft booths, yard sale items, as well as provide tours and demonstrations in the Centre’s newly established Knowing Growing Accessible Garden. In celebration of the Club’s commitment to community par...
Indian Time is looking for a part time 12 - 15 hrs per week Office Manager to manage the daily operations of the local newspaper. Job roles will include the following: The Office Manager maintains the daily operations of non-profit newspaper through processing invoices, expenses and payroll using QuickBooks. Maintaining record keeping and retention of documents according to GAAP practices. Record keeping for grants and contracts of the organization, while researching new opportunities that align with the organizations future goals. Maintaining...
Following the resounding success of last year’s event, which attracted between 3,000 and 4,000 attendees from across the region and beyond, we are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated launch of the 2024 Cornwall Culture Fest! Join us on Saturday, September 14th, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at Lamoureux Park in Cornwall for a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity. This year’s Cornwall Culture Fest promises to be an enriching experience, bringing together performers, exhibitors, workshops, and food vendors from various cultural background...
CORNWALL – The Cornwall Police Service (CPS) would like to advise the public that was have received numerous calls for service in regards to ongoing Grandparent Scams, and encourage families to speak with their loved ones about the risks of sending money to someone they do not know. Here are some ways you can help protect yourself when faced with an unknown caller: · Never offer information to the caller - If they prompt you with a question such as, “Do you know who this is?” simply say no and have them tell you. · Ask the caller for as many...
Submitted by: Canadian Mental Health Association Champlain East Suicide is a troubling topic that most of us would rather not deal with, but suicide is a reality, and it is more common than we would like to think. For over 20 years, World Suicide Prevention Day has been celebrated on September 10th to raise awareness of the issue, reduce stigma and encourage action to prevent suicide and suicidal behavior. Who is affected by suicide? The World Health Organization estimates that more than...
A Manitoba superior court judge has sentenced a serial killer to life in prison for the first-degree murders of four First Nations women in Winnipeg after hearing from the victims’ families and community leaders on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Jeremy Skibicki, 37, will not be able to apply for parole for at least 25 years – a punishment that King’s Bench Justice Glenn Joyal told the packed courtroom, overflowing with supporters, is the harshest in Canada. The four life sentences will be served concurrently. After a weeks-long trial, which began...
Our founder and CEO Chief Henry Red Cloud was asked to attend and say a few words during the gifting of a white buffalo calf to the Black Feather Buffalo Ranch On Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota yesterday afternoon. This bull calf was a gift to the Black Feather Buffalo Ranch on Pine Ridge Reservation. The gift came from Jared Westhoff from Zion White Bison Resort. The Oyate honored him with a quilt and a bundle of sage and lavender for his wife (pictured below). Our Founder and CEO...
Finance Officer Brief Overview of The Position Reporting to the Executive Director, the Financial Accounting Officer will be responsible for the overall financial management of the Native North American Travelling College (NNATC) and the ONAKE Board. The Financial Accounting Officer is a full-time position and a key part of the NNATC organization, planning and development of programs and services. Must be able to travel the International Border between Canada and the U.S. without hinderance is essential to the position. Text info@nnatc or call...
The Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, issued the following statement on August 28, 2024: “We were made aware of charges of possession of child pornography being brought against a 58-year-old resident of Ohsweken. This is disturbing news, and we will do everything in our power to best support the community. We’re making additional mental health supports available immediately and are working closely with Six Nations leadership to determine and coordinate additional community and individual supports they need. Six Nations Police say...
A beloved 400-pound bear in a California town has been killed following an incident in which it attacked a woman, igniting calls for accountability and changes in how state and federal authorities manage the increasing population of habituated black bears. The bear, referred to as “Victor” by residents due to a distinctive v-shaped patch of light fur on his chest, had been a common sight in the Lake Mary area near Mammoth Lakes, often scavenging for food left out by campers during busy summer months. While some locals viewed his presence as...
