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  • Call Out: Community Trustee

    Sep 21, 2017

    Due date for applications: Friday, October 6, 2017 @ 4:00pm Applications will be taken from interested Members to serve as Community Trustee as part of the Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust Candidates must Demonstrate: • Knowledge of the Kanienkehaka culture and the Akwesasne community. • A commitment to learning, or enriching his/her knowledge of the Kanienkeha language. • Knowledge, understanding and commitment to the role of Community Trustee. • Honesty, integrity, ethical conduct and common sense. • The ability to maintain objectivi...

  • Akwesasne Communication Society Annual Meeting

    Sep 21, 2017

    The Akwesasne Communication Society will hold their Annual General Assembly on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 6 p.m. at the Hogansburg-Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department located on Route 37 in Akwesasne. The Akwesasne Communication Society Annual General Assembly agenda will be as follows: 1) Opening 2) Introduction of the Akwesasne Communication Society Board of Directors 3) Minutes of 2016 Annual General Assembly 4) Presentation of the Audit • 2016-2017 5) Announcement of Election Results 6) Other Business • Elect Executive Board 7) Adj...

  • LEGAL NOTICE

    Sep 21, 2017

    Letters of Administration on the Estate of Ella Cole, late of Akwesasne, NY have been requested by John Cole. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by October 19th 2017. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 51 8-358-6300....

  • Attention All Breastfeeding Mothers!

    Sep 21, 2017

    Are you up for a challenge? Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge 2017 Saturday, September 30, 2017 St. Regis Recreation Centre Registration begins at 10:30am, “latch on” at 11:00am sharp. Join us and others across Canada and the US in a fun “competition” where every child “wins” because they are breastfed! The Quintessence Challenge aims to have as many babies breastfeeding as possible at the same time with others at other sites across the country. Last year we had 6 participating moms and 9 breastfeeding babies. Let’s try to beat that num...

  • Cottage For Sale Lot 6 Block C Hamilton Island – Seasonal

    Sep 21, 2017

    Three bedroom, two full bath cottage consisting of approximately 1,300 sq. ft. with an attached deck. It also includes a waterfront deck, dock, a 12 ft. x 12 ft. storage shed, window coverings and most of the furniture. This is a leased lot with a seasonal lease. The current annual rent is $3,916.00 for the period of July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2018. This lease has a fifteen year lease term effective July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2024. Rent reviews are conducted every three years during the term of the lease, with the next one to be conducted in 2018....

  • Cottage for Sale Lot 28 Renshaw Island

    Sep 21, 2017

    Two bedroom, one bath, seasonal cottage (28’ x 32’) on a large corner lot. It comes fully furnished and includes all major household appliances such as refrigerator, stove, microwave, freezer, washer and dryer. It also includes an 18’ x 12’ workshop, an 8’ x 8’ shed, water pump, and a riding lawn mower. This is a leased lot with a current annual rent of $2,980.00 for the period of October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2019. This lease is for a fifteen year term effective October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2028. Rent reviews are conducted every three...

  • Akwesasne Election Law Community Consultation Meeting

    Sep 21, 2017

    The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne will be hosting an additional community consultation meeting to gather comments from the community in regards to the Akwesasne Election Law proposed amendments. All input is appreciated. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre from 9:30 am to 10:30 am....

  • LEGAL NOTICE

    Sep 21, 2017

    Letters of Administration on the Estate of Grace Chubb, late of Akwesasne, NY have been requested by Sharon Sunday. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by October 28, 2017. Any creditors shall contact Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....

  • Public Hearing Notice

    Sep 21, 2017

    Tuesday, October 10, 2017 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office For the Aging The Advisory Council and staff of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office For the Aging invite you to attend our public hearing session. The purpose of the public hearing is to get input from seniors, caregivers and community members about our service plans for 2018. The Advisory Council is a group of concerned senior citizens, service providers and others who meet to review the programs and services of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office For the Aging. The...

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Sep 21, 2017

    Friday, Sept. 22, 2017 - 12:10 pm - Offered for Thomas “Atonwa” Sunday, Memorial Mass from the Funeral Collection. Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017 - 4:00 pm - Offered for Grace Chubb, Memorial Mass, from the Funeral Collection. Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017 - 10:00 am - Offered for Anthony John McDonald, Memorial Birthday, from the Funeral Collection. Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2017 - 7:00 pm - Offered for Ronald L. Mitchell, Memorial Mass, from the Funeral Collection. Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017 - 12:10 pm - Offered for Shirley C. Cook Jacobs, Memorial Mass, fro...

  • #17-0228, SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED BY SAINT REGIS MOHAWK TRIBE (SRMT), 412 STATE ROUTE 37, AKWESASNE, NEW YORK 13655, UNTIL OCTOBER 10, 2017, 3:30 P.M. (EDT). INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS FOR FACILITY LOCATED AT 224 FACTORY ROAD, BRASHER FALLS, NEW YORK.

    Sep 21, 2017

    Complete bid announcement, “Advertisement for Bids” may be downloaded at www.srmt-nsn.gov. SRMT utilizes “Procore” construction management software for viewing and downloading copies of Bid Documents. Contact Colleen Thomas, Capital Projects Manager, at (518) 358-4205 to gain access to Procore. Preference in the award of the Contract shall be given to Indian and Alaska Native organizations and economic enterprises. Any contractor claiming Native Preference shall provide proof, as required by the Owner, to support this at least one week prior t...

  • Camryn Strong Social and Cake Walk Benefit

    Sep 21, 2017

    Friday, September 29, 2017 7:00pm Mohawk Nation Longhouse Donations of cakes accepted and most appreciated. We hope to see many people!!...

  • OVS Remote Location

    Sep 21, 2017

    The Office of Vital Statistics representative will be at the Administration Building 1, in Kana:takon, on Thursday, September 28, 2017. The OVS representative will be there between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to accommodate community members who are unable to visit the office at Cornwall Island Administration Building 3 (CIA #3). To help us serve you better, please call 613-575-2250 ext. 1013 for an appointment and further information....

  • OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER

    Sep 21, 2017

    September 18, 2017 The Akwesasne Membership Board has requested that an Election be held for the following seats: District of Tsi Snaihne - One 2 Year Term District of Kana:takon - One 2 Year Term District of Kawehno:ke - One 2 Year Term Nominations will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from the hours of 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. at the following locations: District of Tsi Snaihne - Snye Homemakers District of Kana:takon - St. Regis Recreation Center District of Kawehno:ke - Tri District Elders Lodge Elections, if needed, will be held on...

  • Tota News

    Sep 21, 2017

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Sept. 22nd Cynthia Sawatis & Bonnie McDonald Sept. 24th Anna Lambert Sept. 25th Abe Gray Sept. 26th Roy Tarbell Sept. 27th Elizabeth Perkins Sept. 28th Janice Duso, Julia David & John Herne Events: Sept. 22nd – Virtual Bowling-10:30; Tina’s Painting-1:00; Billiards @ Tsiionkwanonhsote-12:30; Sept. 23rd – Ace to King-6:00; Sept. 24th – Irish Music @ St. Columbans Church-leave Center @ 11:30; Sept. 25th – Virtual Bowling Tournament-10:30; Vitals-10:30; Bingo-1:00; Sept. 26t...

  • Massena Sports Round Up

    Andy Gardner|Sep 21, 2017

    The Massena varsity girls volleyball team are off to a strong start to the 2017 season, while the girls soccer team won two of three recent games, the swim team fell to Canton and the boys soccer team split two bouts. On Sept. 13 against Tupper Lake at home, the volleyball squad won 3-0, by scores of 25-4, 25-12 and 26-24, Mckenzee Lazore led the team with 15 serving points and five kills. Alyssa Eubank also had a strong showing with 11 service points and five kills. Cayla Hinkley had 22 assists...

  • Salmon River Volleyball

    Derrick Lafrance|Sep 21, 2017

    Last week the girls Volleyball teams held their home opener against Chateaugay. The Varsity took the game 2-1 on scores of 25-7 and 26-24. The visitors won game two 25-21. In the modified division the host Shamrocks were swept by Chateaugay....

  • Girls Lacrosse Fundraiser

    Derrick Lafrance|Sep 21, 2017

    A group of young girls who want to someday play High School lacrosse are getting a good start. To accomplish this goal they are playing ball in fall lacrosse league tournaments against the best in the state and they need your help to get there. Last week the Akwesasne Ride held a benefit Chicken Barbecue at the Hogansburg Akwesasne Fire Department. All was sold out. The Akwesasne Ride program began last year and it consists of three teams: Grade three and four, five and six, and seven and...

  • Cheyenne Smoke Memorial Softball Tournament

    Derrick Lafrance|Sep 21, 2017

    Like all late season local ball tournaments played on fields without lights, this Sixth Annual tournament was played at night. Nevertheless the championship game between the Saints and Bitter N' Bones had an exciting finish as Bitter N' Bones had a late inning rally to win 13-12. Other teams were Shizzy, Donut Holes, Bad News Bears, St. Boys, Vee Dogs, Spoilers and War Party. In addition to the Most Valuable Player awards, another prize was added this year. The Fastest Runner award, which went...