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By Andy Gardner MASSENA. Voting on it for the second time in as many months, the village board voted to spend $2,000 on an app that will broadcast public safety notifications and take police tips. The board voted 3-0 on Tuesday, Oct. 15 to spend $2,000 for one year on the Tip411 app. All of the board members present, Mayor Tim Currier, Deputy Mayor Matt Lebire and Trustee Christine Winston, voted in favor of it. The motion to spend the $2,000 went in front of the board last month and was voted down 2-2. The two no votes from the September...
AKWESASNE– The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe announces the hiring of Henry Roy, CFA/CPA, as the tribal government's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Roy joined the Tribe on Kenténha/October 21, 2019 and brings many years of financial leadership experience to the Tribal government. "I'm excited for the opportunity to get to know the Mohawk community in Akwesasne and use my skills and experience to strengthen Tribal self-determination and economic self-sufficiency. The Mohawk people are known th...
Joy Harjo is an internationally renowned performer and writer of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and was named the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States in 2019. Harjo is the author of nine books of poetry, several plays and children's books, and a memoir, Crazy Brave. Her many honors include the Ruth Lily Prize for Lifetime Achievement from the Poetry Foundation, the Academy of American Poets Wallace Stevens Award, a PEN USA Literary Award, Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Fund Writers' Award, a...
Margaret Atwood and Bernadine Evaristo share the 2019 Booker Prize. The judges of this year's Booker prize have "explicitly flouted" the rules of the august literary award to choose the first joint winners in almost 30 years. At 79, Atwood becomes the prize's oldest winner. The Canadian author previously won the Booker in 2000 for The Blind Assassin; she becomes the fourth author to have won the prize twice. Evaristo, 60, is the first black woman to win the Booker Prize and first black British...
Indian Time is lucky to receive many visitors every week. Whether it's a parent bringing in a new baby for a photograph or an elder who wants us to look at photos with him, our doors are always open and we love our visitors. We love them so much we want to share them with you. "We Love Visitors" series is simply a way to share members of the community with you. So, don't be scared to come and visit us (we'll only photograph those willing) but if you have something special you want to show us,...
Back L-R: Fallon Thomas, Ashley Mitchell, Carrie David, Arlene Thomas, Jocelyn Jacobs, Coach Theresa Mitchell. Front L-R: Marie Lazore, Heather Mitchell, Shelby Thomas, Lacey Francis, Lana King & Jamie Lazore. 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 photos are returned to...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police: On Oct. 6, Victoria R. Johnson, 22, of Akwesasne, N.Y. was charged with driving while intoxicated, aggravated DWI and vehicle blocking traffic. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on Oct. 29. On Oct. 8, Alex Jesmer, 29, of Long Sault, Ontario was charged with cell phone use while driving. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Oct. 28. On Oct. 9, Gregory P. Baxter, 36, of Massena was picked up on a warrant. He was arraigned in Bombay Town Court and remanded to the Franklin County Jail, Malone, with order...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Student Services and onsite supervision of the School Principal, the incumbent will provide assistance to children who would benefit from the additional services to promote development of language. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year diploma in Child Development or related field; • Experience working with children. OR • High School (grade 12) graduate or GED equivalent; with • 1-2 years’ experience working with children in a structured environment. KEY COMPETENC...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • Boys’ Modified Basketball Coach – Grade 8 • Girls’ J.V. Basketball Coach • Boys’ J.V. Basketball Coach Queries and applications should be directed to: Shawn Miller, Athletic Director Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937 [email protected] Phone: 518-358-6639 APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 28, 2019 Salmon River Central School District does not discriminate...
Sweetflag Estate located in Rooseveltown, NY is seeking a live-in Resident Manager. An organized person with excellent communication skills with knowledge and experience in carpentry, plumbing, electricity for apartment complex. There is no salary. In exchange for services rendered, recipient resides on-site in a 2-bedroom apartment at Sweetflag rent free including utilities, cable and basic phone service. Some duties include but are not limited to: • Building safety including locking main entrance doors, monitor security & fire alarm s...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief, the incumbent is responsible for performing and assisting in the general duties pertaining to janitorial, custodial cleaning and the daily operation, maintenance and upkeep of assigned assets and facilities (including sub-stations) maintained by the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service. QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience in general cleaning and building sanitation procedures; OR • One (1) year of work experience in related trade wor...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the general direction of the shift supervisor, the Public Safety Dispatcher performs specialized duties involving dispatching of police, ambulance and fire units. The position requires the employee to operate two-way radios, telephones and computer terminals daily. Phone work includes handling complaints and service requests and providing accurate and timely transmittal of information messages that frequently involve emergency situations affecting human welfare and safety. Employee also enters occurrences,...
Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following positions: • Secondary Mohawk Language Teacher • Licensed Occupational Therapist (per diem) Applications can be found at www.srk12.org/employment/. Submit a completed application to: Angela Robert Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 County Route 1 Fort Covington, NY 12937 Salmon River Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, creed, age, national ancestry or dis...
Proxim R. Yacoub, G. Kedice and R Mina PHARMACY 31 Hilltop Drive, Akwesasne, QC H0M1A0 Job Title: Pharmacy Assistant Post Date: Open until filled Position Type: Regular (Part or Full Time) JOB DESCRIPTION: • Offering an exemplary customer service. • Greet customers, collect personal data and prepare the prescriptions. • Supplies control and management. • Maintain files and computer records. • Prepare blister packages. QUALIFICATIONS: Required • Clear criminal record (Canada and USA) is an asset. • Excellent communication and customer service sk...
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Inclusion Supervisor, the Specialized Support Assistant will provide services that maximize the health, safety and personal fulfillment of children with special needs Autism Spectrum Disorder. QUALIFICATIONS: • Completion of a PSW/Human Services Diploma from a recognized Community College or from a registered and Ministry approved Private Career College with 2-3 years of related work experience; OR • Completion of Ontario Secondary School (or equivalent) and 1 year of related exp...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program will once again be offered for the upcoming 2019-2020 winter months. The eligibility application process now includes Akwesasronon who are residing within the municipal boundary of the City of Cornwall, Ontario, provided the applicant is a registered member of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne under the Akwesasne Membership Code. The program is also extended to clients of Community Support. The application process is open to...
At the September 25th work session, Tribal Council signed two resolutions to approve referendum questions on the Medical Marijuana Ordinance and Adult Use Marijuana Regulation. The referendum date will be December 14th. The last public meeting is being held at 5:00 p.m. in Ionkwakiohkwaroron Tribal Administration Building on November 13th. All tribal members are welcomed and encouraged to attend....
Saturday, October 27th Doors Open at 2:00 Costume Judging at 3:00 All age categories: Most Original, Scariest, Funniest, Prettiest & Judges Choice Wagon Ride at 4:00 Supper at 5:00 Carnival Style Games at 5:30 Guessing Games & Door Prizes! Fun for the entire family!...
Mark your calendar! November 2nd is the date for Moira’s 40th Annual Holiday Shopping Fair! This event is held in Moira’s Fire Station and the United Methodist Church from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Holiday Kitchen in the Firehouse will offer chicken wing soup, and mac/cheese, ham salad sandwiches, cabbage and noodles, beverages, homemade donuts, and dough boys. The Candy Shoppe has a variety of homemade fudge and candy! • Harvest Basket raffle filled with a Turkey and everything needed for a delicious Holiday Dinner! • Chinese Auction to benefit...
This request for quotes (RFQ’s) is an invitation to prospective Mohawk businesses to submit quotes for the provision of snow plowing and sanding of the parking lot, shoveling and sanding/salting the sidewalks, porches and ramps at the CKON and Indian Time building. The RFQ is issued by CKON Radio and Indian Time. Plowing, shoveling and sanding will be required prior to 6 a.m. daily. On heavy snow days the sidewalks and driveway should be re-visited during the work day for additional snow removal. There is constant pedestrian traffic going in an...
A Petition to produce the Estate of Sarah Wood-Laughing Cook of Akwesasne, NY, has been filed by Martha Lickers. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Everett Lazore and Kerry Jacobs or all potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 by no later than November 17, 2019....
The DEADLINE to order a Green Food Bag for the month of NOVEMBER is Friday, NOVEMBER 1st, 2019 by 3:00 pm. All you need to do is stop in at the Community Health Office at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io and pay $10.00 to place your order. It’s that simple! Please contact Carlee Oakes at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 with any questions....
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Oct. 24th-Virginia Plante Oct. 26th-Joseph Hruska, Marshall Rourke & Irene Gambill Oct. 27th-Sandy Swanger, Ida Ransom & Rita Oakes Arbor Oct. 28th-John W. Herne & Sandra Burnett Oct. 29th-Jerry Thompson & Mary Sunday Oct. 30th-Sam Oakes & Connie Sunday Oct. 31st-Sister Christine Taylor Events: Oct. 24th – Hair Cuts-10:00; Chair Yoga-10:00; Kanien’keha Class-12:30; Shopping-1:00; Legal Aid-1:30; Oct. 25th – Closed-Planning Day; Oct. 28th – Exercise Class-10:00; Virtual Bow...
Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 12:10pm - offered for Barbara Lazore by Funeral Collection. Friday, October 25, 2019 at 12:10pm - offered for Evan Adams by Funeral Collection. Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 4:00pm - offered for Bertrand Girard, S.J., 1st Anniversary by Parish Staff. Tri-District Elders - 6:30 for Marita Skidders, 7th Anniversary, & Alex Skidders & Sons, by Julia Roundpoint. Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 10:00am - offered for Wayne Thomas by Funeral Collection. Monday, October 28, 2019 - no mass Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 7:00pm -...
Malone 11/14/2019: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Verizon, 266 West Main Street Brasher Falls 11/4/2019: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., St Lawrence Central School, 1039 State Highway 11C Massena 11/13/2019: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., St Lawrence Centre, 6100 State Route 37 Norwood 11/12/2019: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Village of Norwood, 15 South Main Street Potsdam 11/1/2019: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Clarkson University ERC, 8 Clarkson Avenue 11/13/2019: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., Potsdam High School, 29 Leroy Street How to donate blood Simply download the American Red Cross Blood...
