A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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AKWESASNE – Employees and Board of Directors of The Seaway International Bridge Corporation Ltd (SIBC) proudly announced the unveiling of a remarkable mural on the historical northern pier at the Seaway International Bridge, created by Akwesasne artist, Kirby Thompson. This mural, titled "We the People" – Onkwakiòh:kwa, represents generations of Akwesasronon and underscores the evolution of the sport of lacrosse, "The Creator's Game." Born in Akwesasne, Kirby Thompson, aged 23, is a free...
By Isaac White Two artists from Akwesasne were present to unveil a mural they collaboratively designed, now showcased at the City of Cornwall Fire Department on Fourth Street near Pitt. This striking mural portrays a mother and child in a heartfelt embrace, emblazoned with the words "Every Child Matters" – serving as a poignant centerpiece. Victoria Ransom and Bruce Boots, both celebrated Akwesasronon artists, joined officials and representatives from the City of Cornwall to highlight the artwor...
By Isaac White. Every Child Matters Day was memorialized at Generations Park on September 29th, highlighting the grim history and lasting impacts of residential schools on Native communities, in particular Akwesasronon who were direct survivors and the relatives of survivors impacted by their family and friends' experiences. This event drew visitors from Akwesasne and beyond, offering a space for shared stories and collective reflection on the traumatic experiences faced by Native children....
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By Isaac White. On September 30, the world observed the Day for Truth and Reconciliation, dedicating time to learn, recognize, and reflect upon the history and enduring impacts of residential schools. This day underscores the collective trauma experienced by many, fostering hopes for a harmonious future. It emphasizes the continual necessity for reconciliation, cultivating, and fortifying relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. This day coincides with Orange Shirt Day, when...
By Kaniethonkie. Kenneth Deer sits at a bench holding his Haudenosaunee passport. Wearing a purple ribbon shirt, it's the same color as the passport he holds up. He talks about the difficulties Indigenous people face when living between three countries: the Mohawk Nation, Canada, and the United States. "We should be able to travel across the border freely" "It's incredibly frustrating and it's also demeaning for the Government of Canada to say you can't cross freely in your own homeland," Deer...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne presented a check for $500,000 to the Akwesasne Freedom School on September 25, 2023. Friends of the Akwesasne Freedom School (FOAFS) had made a request to the MCA for assistance for the construction of a new school. The Akwesasne Freedom School is the Akwesasne community's only full-Mohawk immersion school. It began as a grassroots effort in 1979 and continues to provide our children with language and culture-based instruction. The school's mission reads,...
BRANTFORD, ON – Canada Post unveiled four new stamps that shed some light on the truth and legacy of residential schools, whose impacts are still felt by Indigenous Peoples today. The stamps – released on September 28 in connection with the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30 – are the second issue in the annual series for the future of truth and reconciliation. Featuring stark archival images of residential schools in different parts of Canada, the stamps serve as a remin...
Prizes for Costumes (scariest, funniest, best group, etc.) and Trunk Decorations, snack bar specials, and more. Fun begins at 5pm...
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 9:30am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Club dues for 2023 You can mail your membership fee of $5.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Oct. 1st-Esther Dufresne & Sue Ann Huchcroft Oct. 2nd-William Oakes Oct. 3rd-Darlene Chubb Oct. 4th-Greg Herne Oct. 11th-Marianne Loran Legal Aid: Oct. 12th &... Full story
ALL CURRENT COVID-19 AND COLD/FLU RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND OPTIONAL WEARING MASKS. THURSDAY- FRIDAY OCTOBER 4-6, 2023 NO WEEKDAY MASSES THIS WEEK SATURDAY OCTOBER 7, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for: Hilda Herne by Jeffra Montroy SUNDAY OCTOBER 8, 2023 10:00 AM Offered for: Debbie Conners from the funeral Collection WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 13, 2023 Offered for: Mary Alice Cook from the funeral collection AN ON-LINE RESOURCE FOR VITUAL MASSES IS www.ewtn.com THE POPE’S PRAYER FOR 2023 Lord, we ask for your wisdom, for your s...
The annual audit presentation for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s tribal government will take place on Thursday, Kenténha//October 19, 2023, starting at 5:00 p.m. The audit presentation, which will be given by the Tribe’s auditing company, CliftonLarsonAllen, will cover the fiscal year 2022 and contain a summary of the auditor’s findings. The participation of all tribal members, whether in person or digitally, is welcomed and encouraged. The Ionkwakiohkwaróron Tribal Administration Building is located at 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way in Akwe...
AKWESASNE -- The Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club (ABGC) was pleased to resume its charity golf tournament at the Cedar View Golf Course on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The golf tournament was held each year until 2017, so event organizers were delighted to revive this annual fundraiser event. It raised $60,981 that will directly benefit Akwesasne's club kids. "We were fortunate to have beautiful weather for this beautiful event, and equally important to have so many sponsors and volunteers...
By Andy Gardner. In recent Massena and Salmon River sports action, the Raiders won three straight volleyball games, while the girls soccer contingent came out ahead of Ogdensburg. For the Shamrocks, they played a tough game against Malone in girls soccer and their volleyball team beat Clifton-Fine and Gouverneur. Monday, Oct. 2, volleyball, Massena 3 Potsdam 0 – The Raiders came out on top after set scores of 25-16, 25-18 and 25-21. Allison Lazore served up five points with an ace, along with two kills and an assist. Kaniehtentha Thompson racke...
Kahnawake Tourism and the Kanien'kehá:ka onkwanwén:na Roatitióhkwa Language and Cultural Center are excited to announce their 3rd Annual Iontkahthóhtha' art exhibit. The art exhibit takes place from Wednesday, October 4 to Sunday October 7, with Saturday and Sunday featuring artists and craft vendors. Two artists will present an artist talk – Owisokon Lahache on Wednesday, October 4 at 6pm and Martin Loft on Thursday, October 5th at 6pm. The Iontkahthóhtha'art exhibit takes place at the Knight...
The Ogdensburg History Museum is proud to announce the Chase Your Tale genealogy workshop to help local residents uncover their family histories. This free workshop will be held on October 11th at 7pm at the Ogdensburg History Museum, located at 206 Ford St., Ogdensburg and will be led by Dale Sheldon, a genealogist with years of experience. The workshop will cover a variety of topics, including how to use online resources to trace family trees, how to access public records, and how to create family trees. Participants are encouraged to bring...
The Advisory Committee 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 receive input from older adults, caregivers, and community members about our service plans for the upcoming 2024 program year. The Advisory Committee is a group of concerned older adults, service providers and others who meet to review the programs and services of the Office for the Aging. The public hearing is held to learn from local elders and others what current needs...
Massena – The Massena Hospital Foundation is hosting the first St. Lawrence Superhero 5K Challenge on Saturday, September 30th, at 9am on the Richard’s Landing Bike Trail in Louisville. Cost is $25.00 for participants 10 and older, and is open to runners and walkers of all skill levels. This is a family friendly event with the entirety of the race taking place on the Richards Landing Bike Trail – a wide, crushed gravel trail that runs along the mighty St. Lawrence River. The first 100 finishers will receive a St. Lawrence Superhero 5K Chall...
AKWESASNE – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (SRMT) is notifying tribal members that a 30-Day Comment Period is being provided for the Election and Referendum Ordinance Amendments. This comment period is for individuals to review and provide feedback on changes that have been incorporated at the request of tribal members. The deadline to provide additional comments prior to taking final action to adopt the ordinance amendments is Kenténha/October 21, 2023. The revised draft Election and Referendum Ordinance Titled “Election and Referendum Ordi...
Take-out Sat. Oct. 14th 11:00am to 6:00pm-or until sold out Spaghetti with meatballs, Italian bread, salad & dessert Adults $10.00 Benefit Westville Auxiliary Just drop in!...
By Andy Gardner. Massena High School inducted two teams and several individuals into their Hall of Fame. They recognized them at halftime during the Raiders' game against Malone, which they went on to win 42-18. One of the inductees was Erin Francis, class of 2013. She was a three-sport athlete for the Raiders and finished her career receiving the Massena Central High School Female Athlete of the Year Award. Francis was a member of the girls soccer, basketball and lacrosse teams. This earned...
SALARY: $56,160/yr DEADLINE TO APPLY: OCTOBER 12, 2023, BY 4:00PM SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Executive Director of Akwesasronon Sonatanoron of Akwesasne, the Office Manager plays a central role by being directly involved with the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and protocols that ensure that the day-to-day functions of the office run smoothly and efficiently. This position will provide administrative and clerical support for all programmatic activities including but not limited to reports,...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health will begin accepting clients at its new detox center, Sahatihahará:ne this coming Monday, October 2, 2023. The 4-bed/4-client center is located on Kawehno:ke and fills a need in healthcare and addictions services that our medical teams are committed to providing. “This is a major milestone for our healthcare services,” said District Chief Sarah Sunday-Diabo, a health portfolio chief. “We have heard from our clients and their family members that this service is greatly needed. No one has...
AKWESASNE – Community residents are being informed that an environmental assessment will have a 30-day Public Comment Period by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Environment Division. The Raquette River Boat Launch is a new access facility that is planned for the Raquette River. A two-lane concrete boat launch, parking for cars towing trailers, and ADA compliance walkways and docks will all be built on around 3 acres as part of the proposed boat launch development. On the Raquette and St. Lawrence Rivers, the project aims to increase access to...
Albany, N.Y., September 28, 2023---The New York StateWide Senior Action Council (StateWide), an organization dedicated to advocacy for the rights of seniors in New York State, today announced its Medicare Fraud of the Month for September: Social Engineering, the use of deception to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential or personal information that may be used for fraudulent purposes. Scammers are using Social Engineering tactics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Chatbots, and Robocalls to commit Medicare Fraud. The StateWide Fraud of...
