A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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AKWESASNE, NY-- The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is pleased to announce the “light launch” of Akwesasne TV on October 2, 2015. Owned by the Tribe and Mohawk Network, LLC; the newly developed television station will be broadcasting traditional and contemporary television programming utilizing the latest information sharing technology. Akwesasne TV was envisioned in 2013 as part of the developmental phase of the Tribe’s Broadband Initiative and has grown to become part of the broadband project’s larger vision. Following two years of intensi...
What started with "a wing and a prayer" has burgeoned into a professional dog breeder, dog show career. Dwayne Lazore purchased two Basenji puppies six months ago; six months later "Jedi", the male Basenji puppy has earned more awards than most adult Basenji dogs. In fact Lazore was advised against showing Jedi, as it turned out, Jedi has earned enough points in a very complicated point system to be considered a "champion show dog". Basenji dogs originate from Africa and at one time were breed...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is informing the community that MCA Tehotiiennawakon Environment technicians have confirmed the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Akwesasne. The EAB is an invasive insect native to Asia that is responsible for the devastation of millions of ash trees. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) was informed and recently contacted MCA to confirm the identification and to inform environmental staff that we are located in a regulated area for the EAB beetle. Now that the presence of EAB has been established...
TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE —–The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe are providing notification to residents about the detection of asbestos material on a property that spans the northern and southern portion of Akwesasne. Due to the location, a Joint Emergency Response Team has been assembled to investigate and report on material located at Lot #7 in Kana:takon (St. Regis) and extends into Lot #360 in the southern portion of the community. The material has been contained and the incident is currently being investigated wit...
The World Indoor Lacrosse Championship concluded their games in front of a mostly Haudenosaunee crowd with a large contingent of them having traveled from Akwesasne. From 2003, 2007, 2011 and now in 2015, the world's best lacrosse players gather to compete for the gold medal and every year the results are the same: Canada wins the gold, the Iroquois won the silver medal, and the United States take the bronze medal. What set this year apart from the others is the setting - on our own home...
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A public meeting was held at the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Environment Division office to share information of the decommissioning of the dam in Hogansburg on Wednesday, September 23, 2015. Approximately 15 community members attended ready with questions on how the dam would be removed, the immediate and long term affects to the environment, the cost to run the dam now and the cost to repair the dam. According to the Environment Division, the removal of the dam will restore the natural flow of the...
I rejoice in the life you lived, Grateful for having shared It with you I Loved you. And was loved by you. We shared so much, So many memorable times... We've been through so much together How much sadder it would have been, if I'd never known you at all. Even though you are gone, You will always be a part of me, For you have left me so rich with a "Precious Legacy of Memories" Forever in our hearts, we loved you so much, Mom, Dad & Westen...
It will be one year on Oct. 5th, the worst day of our lives, we lost our sweet little E'vie Leigh. She was here for only six short months, enough time to melt everyone's heart that came into contact with her. She had one of the cutest smiles, the most beautiful brown eyes and the softest, kissable cheeks. There is not one single day that goes by without us thinking about her and missing her more than anything. Life will never be the same without her. Till we meet again, our little angel. Love...
Hundreds of people attended the New York Power Authority's Sept. 26 Wildlife Festival in Massena. The event brought reptiles, birds of prey, insects, a petting zoo and other varieties of animals to the Hawkins Point Visitors center. NYPA hosts the event annually. The crowd was treated to birds of prey demonstrations with hawks, owls and other species. People also had a chance for photo opportunities with a large albino python draped around their shoulders. Some of the other animal...
The center dome coming down on Wednesday, September 30th, 2015 at 4:40pm, shot from the Arena grounds. Photos by Joe Francis....
On Friday, September 25, 2015, Dreamcatcher Studio held its grand opening. There was a beautiful spread of food for those who stopped by and information about all the things Dreamcatcher Studio will be offering the community. APTN's Dream Big episode featuring Jaiden Mitchell, Dreamcatcher Studio Talent Agent, was also shown during the event. For a cost, Dreamcatcher will offer things like advanced acting classes, video auditions, and representation to those who don't have an agent. But for thos...
(September 24, 2015) The Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY invites Haudenosaunee women veterans and those currently serving to participate in a new exhibit scheduled to open in October 2016. The exhibit is intended to raise awareness of the service of the hundreds of Haudenosaunee women veterans who have served in the military from WWII to the present day using the language of creative/artistic expression. How can I get involved? If you are a Haudenosaunee female veteran or currently serving your voice is welcome and needed. All branches of the...
Koala Place – Child and Youth Advocacy Centre would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dan Orr and Matt Cinnamon, owners of The Care Centre, for their generous contribution of $900 to Koala Place, in support of our fundraising bear campaign. The 'hub' model has emerged as an effective centralized service delivery approach for small and rural communities, supporting the government's vision for providing seamless and coordinated services to those in need, whether it be in the victim services f...
By Jennifer Herne, LVT The weather is getting cooler which means you can stop your flea preventative, right? No! You should not stop. I have had many clients come in the past two weeks with a flea outbreak. In the last few weeks we have had optimum temperatures for fleas to hatch and thrive. How can you get rid of them? The best way to get rid of fleas is to use a topical preventive such as Vectra or Frontline. Only purchase your flea medications from your veterinarian, local stores cannot...
Akwesasne's Jaliza Burwell has done something not many people can say they have done. She has written a book. The book, titled "Reyna's Blood: Her Reality," will be available on October 3, 2015 as an e-book. The e-book will be available on Amazon and Smashwords on October 3rd and a week or so after the release date it should be available on Kobo and B&N. Check out Jaliza's website: www.jalizaburwell.com for updates. Here is a bit about the book: Warriors: Big strong beings who keep the order...
It was a beautiful morning again for the second annual Heart to Heart 9K Walk/Run which was held on Saturday, September 26, 2015 at Heart to Heart. Over 100 people participated this year and it was a complete success. DJ Neil Lauzon kept the runners pumped before the race, and at 9am sharp, with runners in the front and walkers in the back, the group took off for the 9K. Runners and walkers did a big circle starting at Heart to Heart travelling down Frogtown Road to the Helena/North Rd, west on...
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Submitted by Sandi Cook Tsi Snaihne School had an Open House on September 24, 2015 from 5 to 7 pm. 70% of families attended this informal, but informative evening event. Mrs. Robertson's Grade 2 class won the pizza party for best attendance with 84% attendance. Mrs. Mader and Mrs. Fontaine's class won a runner-up ice cream treat for attendance percentages in the 80's as well. It was great seeing so many school community members, along with A.M.B.E. board members, including our new Director of...
A Massena man will spend 18 months in federal prison for bringing two undocumented Chinese immigrants from the Canadian side of Akwesasne to the American side. Aaron P. David, 21, was handed down the sentence Sept. 23 in U.S. District Court, Syracuse. He was also ordered to undergo three years’ post-release supervision. He had pleaded guilty to the charges Feb. 24. On Nov. 24, 2014, U.S. Border Patrol agents found two Chinese citizens, Tian Hua Zhou and Oi Wa Yeung, at the Econo Lodge bus station on state Route 37. Neither had documents s...
Name: Lennon Gabriella Penelope Leaf Born: July 16th, 2015 Siblings: Leita-Jayne, Odessa, and Kennah Parents: Hannah and Kenneth Leaf Grandparents: Maryjane and Charles Lazare, Denise and Teddy Leaf...
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Submitted by NNATC 1 branch (approx. 12” long) 1 gallon of water Chop up entire branch and add to water. Bring to a boil, let simmer for 15-20 minutes, cool and strain. Drink 4 cups a day until finished for the first batch and then decrease dosage to 1-2 cups a day if you continue to drink on a daily basis. The Benefits of “Pycnogenol” or “Pine Tea” when taken daily: Reduces the risk of: Heart Disease, Cancer, Accelerated Aging and Arthritis. Oxidative stress – antioxidant; more than 70 other oxidant or radical related diseases Strengthens...
Reprinted with permission from the Cornwall Seaway News CORNWALL, Ontario - A 67-year-old Cornwall Island man has been left battered and bruised following an altercation at the border crossing in Cornwall that has apparently caught the eye of federal investigators. Antoine Delormier was stopped at the border crossing Tuesday afternoon while he was driving himself to the hospital. Delormier, who is being treated for heart ailments in Ottawa, was having some breathing issues and was heading to...
Ron Garrow III, grandson of Ron and Diane Garrow, played in the Jr. NLL tournament hosted by Toronto Rock. Garrow played for the Buffalo Jr. Bandits and got five goals and one assist. "Our young fellows are moving on up!" said a proud Ron Garrow Sr....
