A Voice from the Eastern Door
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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: • October 8 • November 12 • December 10 They are also available on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Village of St...
Indian Time is looking for a part time 25 hrs. 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 employee... Full story
by Melinda Myers More and more gardeners are adding native plants to their landscapes. These plants provide more than beautiful flowers for us to enjoy. They also support pollinators and other beneficial insects, and provide food and shelter for songbirds, toads, and other wildlife. In addition, these plants help protect and improve our soil and manage stormwater. The plants slow stormwater runoff and help direct it into the soil through pathways created by their deep roots to the groundwater...
Girls: 1st-Leah Square, 2nd-Patti Edwards, 3rd-Wakenda Peters, 4th-Ashley Boots, 5th-Elisha Thompson, 6th-Cheyenne Smoke Boys: 1st-Kevin Lazore, 2nd-Hunter McDonald, 3rd-Max Shea, 4th-Teo Fox, 5th-R. W. Benedict, 6th-Eric Arquette 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 p...
Continued from last week. Zoong-dae-ae felt confident he would do well because he knew the area. Also, his father had prepared his bow and arrows, told him where to go, what for and what to do. With this help and encouragement, Zoong-dae-ae left his parent’s lodge and village. As evening came, Zoong-dae-ae returned to the village with four partridges and four rabbits. Never before had he done so well. Zoong-da-ae was sure his father would be pleased and was certain no other boy would bring back as much game. He said a prayer of thanksgiving t...
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. 21st-John Hart Sept. 22nd-Cynthia Sawatis Sept. 24th-Anna Sawatis & Charlene Sunday Sept. 25th-Abraham Gray Sept. 226th-Robert Patterson Activities:... Full story
COMMUNITY NOTICE For Immediate Release Seskehko:wa/September 14, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Chief Electoral Officer Theresa Thompson has released the following unofficial results of the 2024 MCA General Election held today, September 14, 2024. The results are unofficial pending the appeal period. Any appeals must be hand-delivered to the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Station at 73 Sweetgrass Lane, Akwesasne/St. Regis, Quebec no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 19,...
Position Dishwasher Job Summary Responsible for cleaning soiled dishware as well as restocking shelves with clean items. This position is in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of customers during peak times. Company/Location Twin Leaf Restaurant (Fort Covington & Akwesasne) Position Lead Carpenter Job Summary The lead carpenter’s responsibilities include assigning and explaining tasks to the project team, responding to management requests for emergency repairs, and regularly inspecting work done by the project team to ensure that it co... Full story
Salary: AMBE Salary Grid The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) was created in 1985 by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA). AMBE is responsible for providing educational and Child Care services to the Akwesasne Mohawk Community, including; 3 Child Care Centers and 3 Schools that offer K4 to Grade 8 education; coordination of secondary education service in partnership with local school boards; adult education services; and post-secondary assistance. The Akwesasne Mohawk Community includes about 13,000 Peoples, and borders on the... Full story
1. Sahióhare ne teiohiakháhon! Wash the tomato! 2. Skahréhkiak ne teiohiakháhon! Pluck the stems off the tomatoes! 3. Saté:kat ne karistátsi! Light the stove! 4. Karistà:ke ne kana'tsiowá:nen ! Put the big pot on the stove! 5. Tehshnekónkieht! Boil the water! 6. Kana'tsiowá:nen séta ne teiohiakháhon! Put the tomatoes in a big pot! 7. Sá:io ne teiohiakháhon 1 mínut ! Boil the tomatoes 1 minutes ! 8. Sewístot ne teiohiakháhon! Cool the tomatoes in ice! 9. Sera'wistótshi ne teiohiakháhon! Pe...
CANTON – Join Us for a Spooktacular Event on October 26th in Canton Village Park! The St. Lawrence County Chamber is thrilled to announce the return of Phantoms in the Park, a family-friendly Halloween event set to take place on October 26th from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Canton Village Park. We are currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers and community organizations to participate in this beloved annual event by hosting tables, providing activities, and helping to create a festive event. STLC member businesses are also welcome to set up in t...
WARRANT Cornwall, ON – James White, 72, of Akwesasne, was arrested on Sept. 11, 2024, on the strength of an outstanding warrant. It is alleged on April 4, 2023, the man was scheduled to appear in court and failed to do so. A warrant was issued for his arrest. On Sept. 11, 2024, the man was taken into custody by members of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service and subsequently turned over to the CPS. The warrant was executed, and the man was released to appear in court on Oct. 17, 2024. THEFT FROM MAIL Cornwall, ON – Clarissa Square, 31, of Cor...
The Social Development Council and its partners are pleased to announce a comprehensive workshop designed to educate guardians and parents of adults with disabilities on the potential risks associated with social media. The workshop will focus on equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to recognize signs of danger, particularly concerning human trafficking, internet exploitation, and issues related to healthy relationships. In an era where technology is an integral part of our daily lives, adults with disabilities are increasingly...
The Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) announces $10 million in grants awarded to tribes, non-profits, educational institutions, and community development financial institutions serving Native American farmers and ranchers. NAAF is in its sixth year of grantmaking, reaching $76 million since the first funding cycle in 2019, impacting more than 450 distinct projects across Indian Country. NAAF’s announcement of 35 new grant projects impact Native American farmers, ranchers, fishers, harvesters, and community producers across more than 80 t...
The annual event drew 120 golfers, more than 50 sponsors and raised $60,898, all in support of Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) students and their families. The Champions for Kids Foundation (C4K) Golf Tournament was held at the Brockville Country Club on September 16 and set a new fundraising record. “We are incredibly grateful to the golfers, sponsors, and community members who helped us achieve this milestone,” says Laura Oliver, current foundation President. "The record-breaking amount raised will make a huge difference in the...
Malone – On Thursday, September 19, The Thrive Project with the Downtown Artist Cellar (DAC) will host a special evening of poetry featuring three acclaimed poets, all born in Malone, NY. The event will bring together Jim Bourey, Bobbie Dumas Panek, and Sally Rhoades for an intimate reading that celebrates their rich literary roots and creative achievements. The evening will also include an open mic session, inviting local poets and enthusiasts to share their own work. Jim Bourey is an esteemed poet and contributing editor for the Broadkill R...
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) warn New Yorkers of all ages about the risks of sepsis, a severe and life-threatening, yet often preventable, condition. While anyone can develop sepsis, older adults are among those at highest risk. According to Sepsis Alliance, sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It occurs when an infection you already have triggers a chain reaction throughout your body. Most cases of sepsis start before a patient goes to the hospital. In fact,...
The speaker of the House of Commons has granted a request by the NDP MP for Nunavut for an emergency debate on the recent deaths of six First Nations people after they had an interaction with police. "The lack of media coverage of these tragedies shows that systemic violence and deaths of Indigenous Peoples in Canada is normal and expected," said Lori Idlout in a letter sent to Speaker Greg Fergus on Monday. "After years of hearing about police reforms in the wake of Black Lives Matter, the...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne welcomed community members to join them for their Open House sessions this week. Their goal is for Akwesasronon to connect with MCA staff, explore their services, and win some amazing prizes. Many of MCA program and services offered short surveys and questionnaires to better understand the needs of Akwesasronon and to gain a better understanding of your priorities. The second MCA Open House was held on September 17 at the St. Regis Recreation Center from 10am to...
On Friday, September 13, the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke released the following statement and targeted Kahnawake’s local community newspaper – The Eastern Door. MCK states it will no longer conduct business with The Eastern Door – ‘until the concerns of the community are addressed.’ The MCK PR reads, “The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) has become aware of a breach of trust that has occurred concerning the publication of information by a local media outlet that was intended solely for the community. At the Special Community meeting on th...
A Portrait of Autism's opening reception will honor Mohawk Photographer Angel Horn. The exhibition runs Oct 5 – November 30. In conjunction with World Autism Month 2022, Angel photographed dozens of Mohawk children and young adults on the autism spectrum to increase understanding and acceptance in her community and awareness of the challenges faced by their families. Each portrait is accompanied by a narrative introduction by her subjects or their parents....
After a busy 2024 planting season, the Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is looking ahead to next spring by booking free site consultations with local property owners wanting to add 500 trees or more to their land. The RRCA offers a full-service planting program to help improve the native tree cover in its watershed jurisdiction in eastern Ontario. “During a site consultation, we assess the land’s characteristics, such as its topography, soil conditions, drainage, competing vegetation, and other notable features,” says Lisa Van De Li...
Where is the real transparency? The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake is playing a dangerous game using community members as pawns, and in this response from us, The Eastern Door, we will outline why you should be concerned about that. To put it frankly, the recent press release from the MCK is what you call gaslighting. They needed a scapegoat, so they chose us. They might not have a strong case against Chateauguay regarding the oil spill, and they aren’t confident in it, so they made us the targets for reporting on the content of last week’s mee...
The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection warns New Yorkers of “friendly greeting” phishing scams, which are deceptive text messages from unknown senders that can lead to a scam. Phishing is a common technique that scammers use to send fraudulent communications that appear to come from a reputable or trusted source but are attempts to trick consumers into revealing personal information or to click on harmful links that can download malware to their devices. Phishing scams are usually performed through text messa...
SALMON RIVER VALLEY, NY – The Thrive Project with the Downtown Artist Cellar (DAC), a leading art gallery and community space, is thrilled to announce the second annual Salmon River Valley Plein Air Festival. This year’s event will feature over 20 talented plein air artists from around the region, each bringing their unique perspective to capture the stunning beauty of the Salmon River Valley. The festival is a celebration of art, nature, and community, showcasing the transformative power of creativity. Taking place from September 18th to Sep...
