A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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As every boy knows, Ted-oh, the woodchuck, climbs a tree when the Hot Moon blisters the grass. Did you ever hear why he does this? Well, it’s a long story, but it must be true because the Jungies all say so. Who are the Jungies? Why, they are the Little Folk that live in the woods and know everything. There was once a woodchuck named Ted-oh who had a nice house way down under the ground. It was lined with sweet grass and had a pantry filled with all sorts of spicy roots. There was also a jar of white grubs, which Ted-oh and his wife and all the...
1. Ionsaióhrhen’ne - The next morning 2. Só:’k wahatikwatá:ko ne skawiró:wane - They did fix the turkey 3. Wa’konwaniária’ke - They cut its neck off 4. Wa’konwanerahóntshia’ke - They removed its wings 5. Wa’konwahshí:kia’ke - They removed its legs 6. Wa’konwahstò:serenhte - They plucked its feathers 7. Wa’konwa’waranentáhsi - They removed its meat 8. Thó:ne ó:nen - Then 9. Wa’thatihnekónkiehte - They boiled it 10. Wahontenontarónnia’te - They made soup out of it 11. Wa’oténhta’ne ne skawiró:wane...
Submitted by Jacey Rourke, AMBE Communications and Quality Assurance Officer On October 18, 2018 Iohahi:io Akwesasne Adult Education welcomed Karla Ojeda Delgado, a St. Lawrence College Social Service student, and Jody Souka-Marleau, St. Lawrence College's MA Coordinator/Professor, into their Multiculturalism, Mohawk Language, and Culture class taught by Instructor Crystal Bay. This course is part of the two year Mental Health and Wellness Program offered at Iohahi:io. There are currently 30 stu...
17. Mr. Tim Seymour, new principal for Northern Borders Academy at North Franklin Education Center in Malone, has implemented monthly Career and Workforce Exploration field trips. The purpose of these field trips is to expose students to healthcare professionals and workplaces, so students will better understand career roles and standards of professionalism. The October Career and Workforce Exploration field trip took place on Thursday, October 11th. Administrators and fifteen...
By Kaniehtonkie The meeting was called to order at 6pm in the Kanonhkwatsherr:io atrium. The meeting was chaired by District Chief Connie Lazore. Grand Chief Abram Benedict, district chiefs Daryl Lazare and Tim Thompson sent their regards. PRESENTAION – The Entewatathá:wi presentation was cancelled. PRESENTATION – Natural Gas Expansion onto Kawehno:ke In MCA’s effort to inform the community of the proposed Natural Gas Pipeline on Kawehno:ke, Peter Valiquet, an independent consultant for Energy Sector Management returned once again to make his p...
Iehiá:tons: Mahlon Smoke Kanien'kéha Tsi Tethonrerenhstáhkhwa – Énska shontaká:ienhte iowísto Kenténha 26th shískare, tsi tethonrerenhstáhkhwa kà:sere tethatíhere khia'teka'seréhtake ka'serehtahserón:ni ionatkonwarorókhon oh nà:ken ne ka'serehshón:'a. Átste nonkwá:ti tsi waten'enhratákie, ronatonhnháhere kahwá:tsire, ronwatiio'okón:'a rotihrhá:re ahonwatitsi'khè:tanonte kháre' ó:nen wahotike'tohtánion thó niahón:ne tsi nón:we tka'serehtakè:ron. Khia'teiohserá:ke, tsi nahò:ten...
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Submitted by Mae Green Halloween 2018 was held Saturday, October 27, 2018. The afternoon began with our Costume Judging. We had prizes for all ages and the categories were Prettiest, Funniest, Scariest, Most Original and Judges Choice. All the costumes looked spectacular and some very scary. The weather did not cooperate this year, so we were not able to have the wagon ride, but everyone was invited to have supper. After supper we played Carnival Style games and the children won candy and...
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By Mahlon Smoke Driving at night can be terrifying sometimes, especially with limited sight, and being blinded by cars driving by in the other direction. Streetlights have always been something that the community has needed, but a plan has never quite been put into action. Finally, in 2017 a plan was put in place and installation has begun all along Route 37 to install LED streetlights to make driving along Route 37 safer and more clear. After getting positive community feedback and creating a...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, Oct. 19-25: On Oct. 19, police charged Kehley M. Roundpoint, 31, of Akwesasne, N.Y. with speeding (allegedly 52-35 mph zone) and second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on Nov. 20. On Oct. 19, police charged Valerie E. Cree, 53, of Akwesasne, Ontario with speeding (allegedly 56-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Nov. 5. On Oct. 19, police charged Sharon C. Peters, 59, of Akwesasne, Ontario with unregistered motor vehicle. Ticket is...
Don’t forget to check your bottles for the stamp: CT-NY-ME-HI (5 cent symbol). It’s on more than just soft drink and beer bottles. You could be throwing away money! For more information go to: https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/57687.html...
Florabell Herne, Hilda Herne and Phoebe Herne at Bill and Charlotte Herne's Farm on State Road, 1950's. Niawen to Mary Beth Curran and Hilda Herne for sharing this photo with our readers! 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 their...
Salary Level: CL6 ST 2 $43,178.12 POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Director and Assistant Director, the incumbent coordinates administrative procedures, public relations activities, researches and analyzes special projects and provides administrative support to the Department of Tehotiiennawakon. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, Legal Assistant, Communications or a related discipline; • Minimum three (3) years of relevant work experience; • Clear Crimi...
Under-fill will be considered HUMAN RESOURCES EXECUTIVE SERVICES PAY LEVEL: SP4 ST2 $55,757.78 UNDERFILL: SP4 ST1 $53,613.25 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for assisting all MCA personnel in regard to HR inquiries, concerns and issues, and acts as Compensation Specialist for the organization. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field with two (2) years of experience in the HR field; OR • Post-Secondary Diploma in Human Resources or relat...
On Wednesday, November 7, Chris Critoph, an Ottawa based environmentalist and naturalist with over four decades of experience working with woodlots, wetlands, and watersheds will speak on the importance of protecting our local wetlands. Areas in our own backyard such as Cooper Marsh and the Snye wetlands of Akwesasne are indispensable for the countless ecosystem benefits that they provide. This free Science and Nature on Tap session hosted by the River Institute is open to the general public and will be held at Schnitzel’s European Flavours i...
Brasher Falls 11/3/2018: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 138 County Route 50 Massena 11/9/2018: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Cellular Sales-Verizon Wireless, 1 1/2 Malby Avenue 11/12/2018: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., American Legion, 40 E. Orvis Street Potsdam 11/2/2018: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Clarkson University, 120 Student Center 11/13/2018: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 21 Castle Drive 11/15/2018: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Potsdam High School, 29 Leroy Street...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Recreation and Leisure Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating the activity programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual needs of the residents who present with a wide range of physical and psycho-social abilities. QUALIFICATIONS: • Currently enrolled in, or completed, a diploma or degree in Recreation and Leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology or other related fields from a community colleg...
Under-fill will be considered HUMAN RESOURCES EXECUTIVE SERVICES PAY LEVEL: SP4 ST 2 $55,757.78 UNDERFILL: SP4 ST1 $53,613.25 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for assisting all MCA personnel in regard to HR inquiries, concerns and issues, and acts as Labour Relations Specialist for the organization. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field with two (2) years of experience in the HR field; OR • Post-Secondary Diploma in Human Resources or relat...
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, developing, evaluating and the coordination of training sessions for the organization. The incumbent will also document all aspects of the development and delivery of the training and conduct post-training assessments. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field with a minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience; OR • Post-Secondary Diploma in Busin...
The DEADLINE to order a Green Food Bag for the month of NOVEMBER is Friday, NOVEMBER 2nd, 2018 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....
Date: November 19, 2018 Time: 10:00 a.m. 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 get input from seniors, caregivers, and community members about our service plans for 2019. The Advisory Committee 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 public hearing is held to learn from local...
The Executive Director has announced that a Mohawk Council of Akwesasne By Election for the position of one (1) District Chief in the District of Kawehno:ke will be held on December 22, 2018. Therefore, a revised Voters List will be posted at the following locations: Bank of Montreal Jocks Store Express Gas Nominations will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 9a.m. to 1p.m. at the Kawehnoke Recreation Center. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call me at: 613-575-2250 Ext. 2406 Leona Benedict/Chief...
A petition to be named Executor in the Estate of John A. Cook, late of Akwesasne, NY, has been filed by Carmen Cook. Notice is hereby given to all heirs and beneficiaries who may wish to object to the validity of John A. Cook’s will. Objections must be filed with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by December 1, 2018. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to the Estate of John A. Cook who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest. Any creditors shall contact the Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300...
