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Daily Statistics for Monday, October 25, 2021: New Positives: 9 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 151 Community Active: 136 DOCCS Inmate Active: 15 (Bare Hill Correctional: 15) New Deaths: 0 New Recovered: 24 Individuals in Isolation/Quarantine: 301 Cumulative Totals: Cases: 4562, Confirmed Positive: 4423, Probable: 139, Deaths: 20, Recovered: 4391 Daily Statistics for Sunday, October 24, 2021: New Positives: 14 New Probable: 0 Active Cases: 166 Community Active: 149 DOCCS Inmate Active: 17 (Bare Hill Correctional: 16, Franklin Correctional: 1)...
As of Tuesday, October 26, 2021: Transmission Level: High New cases: 79 Total number of confirmed positives to-date: 12,315 Active cases: 426 Released from isolation: 11,761 Hospitalizations: 22 Deaths: 128 Total number of tests performed to date: 424,264 % of Fully vaccinated in St. Lawrence County: 54.8% % of St. Lawrence County positivity rate: 5.68% As of Saturday, October 23, 2021 to Monday, October 25, 2021: Transmission Level: High New cases: 139 Total number of confirmed positives to-date: 12,236 Active cases: 419 Released from...
Tsi Snaihne School- Pre-K and Kindergarten, October 2000 perfect attendance Bottom row L-R: Starlyn Mason, Angel Phillips, Aniatariio Gibson, Karonhiawanen Adams & Kahonwine Adams Top Row Tewaatshirari'khons Adams, Teiohontsiathe Cook, Kahentaronkwas Francis, Shakowenntetha Mitchell & Tehoshenta'the Smoke 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...
WARRANT Cornwall, ON – Abraham Gray, 36, of Akwesasne was arrested on October 20th, 2021 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man failed to attend court on May 14th, 2012 for an impaired offence and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On October 20th, 2021, the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and held for a bail hearing....
Cornwall, ON - While Halloween may look a bit different again this year due to COVID-19, the Cornwall Police Service (CPS) is hopeful that everyone will find a way to enjoy the night safely. As in previous years, the CPS would like to provide some suggestions for trick-or-treaters who choose to take part in Halloween: Bring a flashlight; Walk instead of running; Stay on the sidewalks (If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left-hand side of the street facing traffic); Avoid jaywalking; Do not cut across lawns or take short-cuts; Do not go inside...
Term: November 9, 2021-August 14, 2023 Hours per Week: 40 Hours per week, Monday-Friday Work Location: The Akwesasne Freedom School Deadline for Applications: November 5, 2021 Must submit a resume and application to the Akwesasne Freedom School Office at 31 Indian Village Road, Akwesasne. For more information, please call 518 358 2073 or email us: office@freedom_school.org Duties include but not limited to: Maintain a professional attitude and environment Establish a trusting relationship with parents and staff Must be able to make decisions...
For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x113 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at twinleafstores.com...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne currently has multiple employment opportunities available! • DIETARY AIDE • COMMUNICATOR/EDUCATOR (PUBLIC RELATIONS) • HOUSEKEEPER • PREVENTION SERVICE SUPERVISOR • MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION DRIVER • MEALS ON WHEELS DELIVERY DRIVER To view the full job descriptions, please visit www.akwesasne.ca/employment....
LICENSING POLICY/BACKGROUND CHECK: All candidates must be 18 years of age when applying. All positions require candidates to obtain and maintain a New York State certification and a Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Class III License or a Tribal Gaming Work Permit, which requires a criminal background check to be used solely for employment purposes. Failure to disclose information could result in rescinding of job offer. DRUG TESTING POLICY: Successful candidates for employment must submit to...
RESPONSIBLE TO: Editor JOB DUTIES: 1. Photograph and report on community events and conduct interviews for Indian Time Newspaper. 2. Meet deadlines for Editor and Layout Artist. 3. Produce news articles and related materials using computer programs such as Word and email for submission and Editor’s approval. 4. Develop ideas for news stories and must be available for scheduled and unscheduled community events and activities. Willingness to keep a flexible schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must enjoy meeting people and talking with people. 2. P...
Completing a Claim Form in a safe and supportive environment can be an important step in a Claimants’ healing journey. The program takes a trauma-informed approach to delivering free, one-on-one help with filling out or checking the status of Claim Forms. Almost 700 Indian Day Schools were operated across Canada in every province and territory, excluding Newfoundland. First Nations, Métis and Inuit children were sent to Indian Day Schools during the day. On March 12, 2019, a nation-wide class action lawsuit against Canada announced a s...
The Akwesasne Communication Society will hold their Annual General Assembly on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 6 p.m. at the SRMT’s Senior’s Center Sun Room located on Route 37 in Akwesasne. The Akwesasne Communication Society Annual General Assembly agenda will be as follows: Opening Introduction of the Akwesasne Communication Society Board of Commissioners Approve Minutes of 2020 Annual General Assembly Presentation of current Finances Amendments to the Akwesasne Communication Society Constitution & Bylaws Announcement of Election Res...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS: Oct. 28th-John W. Herne, Sandra Burnett & Loretta Thomas CHAIR YOGA: Catherine Cook will be teaching every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00am. Please wear a mask if un-vaccinated. LEGAL AID WITH LINDA LARUE: Linda is taking appointments in our Sunroom; call Administrative Assistant Giselle to book an appointment. Dates: Thursday October 28th ACTIVITIES: Oct. 28th- Chair Yoga @ 10:00; Oct. 29th- Virtual Bowling @ 10:30/Costume Day VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We are in need of...
On June 1st, 2022, New York State will ban the distribution of PS foam. 6 NYCRR Part 353 states, NY stores wouldn’t be able to sell or distribute Styrofoam material, such as foam cups or take out containers. Without a question, PS foam is non-recyclable and non-biodegradable, which will cause pollution and climate change concerns. PS foam produces benzene and styrene leachate that has toxic endocrine disrupting chemicals causing developmental malformation and disturbance of the immune and nervous system. (Hermabessiere et al 2017). In r...
Mark your calendar!!!! November 6th is the date for Moira’s 41st 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. with many vendors and a great opportunity to get your Christmas Shopping started early! The Holiday Kitchen in the Firehouse will offer Mac/Cheese, Chili, cabbage/noodles, egg and Ham salad Sandwiches, beverages. The Candy Shoppe has a variety of Homemade Fudge There is also a drawing for a Harvest Basket filled with a turkey and everything needed for a d...
Holiday Craft Sale December 4th and 5th 9am to 6pm Many local crafters and food vendors will be present. Masks are mandatory Located at 346 State Route 37...
Now, more than ever, we need to put our mental health at the top of our to-do-list and be intentional about prioritizing our mental wellness. Dr. Dana, clinical psychologist, will be providing weekly video’s that offer education and strategies to foster and manage your mental health until the end of the year. Each week covers a different strategy to improve your mental wellness. This community mental health initiative is funded by the Akwesasne Community Settlement Fund. Here is the link https://coursecraft.net/c/akwesasne...
Weekend masses at the St. Regis Mission Church have been increased to a MAXIMUM OF 50 PERSONS excluding clergy and volunteers. DUE TO THE INCREASE IN COVID CASES IN THE COMMUNITY WE ARE STILL UNDER A STATE OF EMERGENCY AND ALL CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATORY RESTRICTIONS APPLY until further notice: SOCIAL DISTANCING, SIGN IN, WEARING MASKS, COVID SCREENING AND TEMPERATURE CHECKS AS PER MCA-EOC GUIDANCE. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2021 12:10 pm Offered for: Christie Grace Thompson, Three-Year Memorial Anniversary by the St. Regis Family FRIDAY, OCTOBER...
The Akwesasne Membership Board has requested that an Election be held for a 2-year Board Member in all three districts: TsiSnaihne, Kanatakon, and Kawehnoke. Nominations will be held from the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at the following locations: TsiSnaihne Recreation Center, Kawehnoke Recreation Center and the Kanatakon Recreation Center. Pursuant with Section 6 of the Akwesasne Membership Board Election and By-Election Regulations; to be an eligible candidate for the Akwesasne Membership Board, one: Must be...
by Melinda Myers Give a holiday gift that is guaranteed to bring joy and feelings of well-being. Research by Rutgers University found the gift of flowers generates a smile, elevates the recipient's mood, and provides feelings of happiness that last for days. Amaryllis and paperwhite bulbs make it easy for anyone to enjoy these benefits by growing their own living bouquet of flowers. Non-gardeners will appreciate receiving an amaryllis or paperwhite gift kit that includes the bulb, soil, and...
Indigenous groups from around the world are preparing to travel to Glasgow for COP26 to call for climate action and demand a greater say in negotiations, the Arizona Republic reports. However, despite being among the least culpable and most harmed by the climate crisis, they will not be fully credentialed while they seek to influence the important discussions already dogged by problems of inequitable access. Since being elected as a tribal leader 15 years ago, Fawn Sharp, now the vice president of the Quinault Indian Nation in what is now...
Elite men's and women's teams from Canada, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and the United States participated in a historic event October 23-24 at Tierney Field on the USA Lacrosse complex in Sparks, Maryland. The World Lacrosse Super Sixes tournament marked the beginning of a shorter and faster-paced version of the lacrosse that launched earlier this year. Super Sixes is the fourth in a series of five events for the new brand of the sport and the first international Sixes competition for these...
Massena and Salmon River recently met up in girls soccer and volleyball, with the Raiders taking the soccer game and the volleyball tilt going to the 'Rocks. Here are summaries of those contests, and others played in recent days: Friday, Oct. 22, volleyball – The Raiders narrowly lost to the Franklin Academy Huskies 3-2 Massena took sets one and four, 25-23 and 25-22, respectively. Malone won the other three sets 25-13, 25-20 and 25-12. For the Raiders, Katelyn Benham sparked the offense with 1...
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14 Franklin County reported thirty-three (33) new cases of COVID and one forty-six (46) are active COVID cases and eighteen (18) cases have been discharged, Last week Franklin County reported thirty-one (31) children were reported to the local health department as testing positive. The age ranges are as follows: 11 children in the age range of 0-4 years old 16 children in the age range of 5-12 4 children in the age range of 13-17 Since July, the statistics show 65% of those testing positive are not vaccinated leaving 35% as...
