A Voice from the Eastern Door
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By Andy Gardner. The Massena volleyball team took a few moments during their home game against Tupper Lake to applaud four players who will graduate in the spring. The team went on to secure a win over Chateaugay two nights later. Middle hitter Allison Lazore is finishing her second year with the Massena varsity squadron. She's an IB student who off the court is a member of French Club and French National Honors Society. She plays club volleyball in the off season and enjoys reading, cooking,...
By Andy Gardner. The Salmon River Shamrocks girls varsity soccer team won the Section 10 Class B crown by shutting out Potsdam. They also recognized six players who will graduate in the spring: Aleska Mora-Williams, Ariyah LaFrance, Gardyn Robertson, Ieniente Tabor, Kaylynn Leaf and Makenna Manson. Meanwhile, the Massena girls lost the Section 10 Class A championship to Malone. Saturday, Oct. 28, Section 10 Class B championship, Salmon River 2 Potsdam 0 – The Salmon River girls' soccer team c...
By Kaniehtonkie. In August 2019, Victor Lazore was found guilty of premeditated murder by a jury trial. This outcome would have garnered Lazore with a life sentence. On October 17, the charges against Lazore were reduced to second degree murder due to his mental health. In addition to lessening the charge to second degree murder, Lazore, a First Nations person meant a Gladue report was issued, and the report further reduced his sentence. The Gladue report is named after a 1999 decision by the Supreme Court of Canada, R. v. Gladue. Some of the k...
By Isaac White. On a cool Friday evening, the Mohawk International Raceway transformed into a realm of merriment and spooky delight. Thanks to the Akwesasne Coalition For Community Empowerment, families from all around the community gathered for the much-anticipated "Trunk Or Treat" event. From the moment the gates opened, the excitement was palpable. Children, their faces lit up with anticipation, waited eagerly to step into the magical world the Raceway had become. Their enthusiasm was...
By Isaac White. Generations Park was abuzz with excitement as it played host to the delightful fall event, "Strut Your Mutt." This pet costume contest was not just an ordinary gathering; it was a grand showcase that celebrated the bond between dogs and their owners, bringing together a diverse mix of pooches from different breeds, shapes, and sizes. From the tiniest terriers to the grandest Mastiff, dogs dressed in a myriad of outfits paraded with pride. Attendees were treated to a variety of...
The Kawehno:ke Recreation Committee (KRC) donated faceless, singing dolls to the Early Years classes at the Akwesasne Mohawk School (AMS). KRC members Lyn and Kuy Chaussi presented the dolls to every AMS Early Years class. The dolls were made by Cheyenne Doxtator and the singing dolls sing in the Kanieńkehá:ka language. The dolls sing social dance songs and each doll has sings a different set of songs in their repertoire. The students were overjoyed with the dolls, quickly hugging them once t...
CORNWALL-- On Thursday October 26, 2023 at the Ottawa Heart Institute Rodney Anonhwaraweron Philip Leblanc, 54, of Alice Street Cornwall Ontario, entered the spirit world into the loving arms of his late parents Ronald Leblanc and Suzanne (Leroux) Leblanc. Rodney was born February 2, 1969 in Cornwall Ontario. He was baptized at the St. Regis Catholic Church in Akwesasne and was predeceased by his godparents Gilbert and Irene Roundpoint of Akwesasne. Rodney was the life of the party anywhere he w...
Issue 41#47 will be out on newsstands Wednesday, November 22nd instead of Thursday, November 23rd in observance of U.S. Thanksgiving. Please submit any submissions or ads no later than Monday, November 20th at noon. No exceptions. Thank you....
By Andy Gardner. The Salmon River Shamrocks paid tribute to three senior players who will move on after the '23-'24 school year. They held the recognition ceremony Monday, Oct. 23, before the start of their home game against the Brushton-Moira Panthers, who they downed in three straight sets. Tessa Cree, who wears #34, has been a member of the team for three years. She wants to go to college and study to become a teacher or a therapist, while continuing her volleyball career. She also hopes to...
The Federal Court of Canada approved the First Nations Child and Family Services, Jordan’s Principle, Trout and Kith Class Settlement Agreement, with reasons to follow. The agreement was reached between the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), the Moushoom and Trout class actions plaintiffs and Canada, with the support of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society. This First Nations-led agreement includes a total of $23.34 billion to compensate First Nations children and families who were harmed by discriminatory underfunding of the F...
Niawenko:wa to Potsdam State Women’s Hockey Head Coach Olivia Cook, for making our first -ever trip to a Potsdam hockey game so memorable. It was an exciting game and a joy to watch those skilled players on the ice. My niece Addison Thompson got to meet Coach Cook after the game and the coach offered her some skating tips and offered great words of encouragement to this 10 year old player. You’ll see us again in the stands! Emily Tarbell...
Tom is highly accomplished with alabaster and soapstone but equally creative with mixed media and found object assemblage. He is deeply connected to the ancientness of stone and considers it a living material with communicative properties. His sculptures run the gamut from graceful, highly polished stonework to witty mixed-media statements addressing stereotypes, politics, and cultural traditions. 10 – 4 pm These events are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York S...
Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Hilda A. Herne, of Akwesasne, NY, have been requested by Mary Beth Curran. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Mary Beth Curran. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the validity of the will must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 no later than November 18, 2023....
A petition to be named Administrator for the Estate of Richard D. Cook, late of Akwesasne, NY had been filed by Louise Jacobs in the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is also hereby given to all potential creditors who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest. Any creditors shall contact the Tribal Courts at (518) 358-6300 by November 24, 2023....
Letters of Testamentary for the estate of Charles J. Jacobs, of Akwesasne, New York, have been requested by Curtis Jacobs. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Curtis Jacobs. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the validity of the will must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 no later than November 13, 2023....
A petition to be named Executor in the Estate of Donald Gabriel, late of Akwesasne, NY has been filed by Josephine Gabriel in the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is hereby given to all heirs and beneficiaries who may wish to object to the validity of Donald Gabriel’s will or the appointment of Josephine Gabriel as Executor. Objections must be filed with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by November 20, 2023. Notice is also hereby given to all potential creditors who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest. Any c...
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 No further information at this time. LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES: IAKHIHSOHTHA LODGE HOME FOR THE ELDERLY 613-575-2507 TSIIONKWANONHSO:TE 613-932-1409 TRI-DISTRICT ELDERS...
ALL CURRENT COVID-19 AND COLD/FLU RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND OPTIONAL WEARING MASKS. THURSDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Danny Thompson 5-Year Memorial Anniversary by the St. Regis Mission family FRIDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: James Bero from the funeral collection SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for: James Oakes by the Oakes family SUNDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2023 10:00 AM Offered for: Sarah Mitchell from the funeral collection WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2023 6:00 PM Offered for: Ann Lazore...
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It’s a fact: American senior citizens – persons over the age of 65 – are statistically more likely to die in home fires than the rest of the population. The risk more than doubles for people 75 and older. There are several reasons why this is so: 1. The skin of older people is thinner and more vulnerable to fire. 2. As people age, their reflexes slow down. 3. Older people are more likely to be on medication that makes them drowsy. Reasons 2 and 3 mean that the elderly have more trouble getting out fast if they have a home fire. Reason 3 is espe...
The Richard F. Brush Art Gallery will present the exhibition, "Listening to Water," from Monday, October 16 to Saturday, December 9, 2023. This exhibit features several Akwesasronon artists including Lorna Mae Thomas, Iakonikonriiosta, Katsitsionni Fox, Sosakete, and Dave Kanietakeron Fadden. The Listening to Water exhibition, "explores the roles, rights, and responsibilities of the various communities that make up these Northeastern watersheds. From the Freshwater Mussels that clean the...
Position Summary: The Resource Outreach Specialist works collaboratively to provide excellent customer service and high quality engaging drop in and virtual programs for children and families. Developing relationships with families and their young children is a focus in facilitation parent workshops and working with community partners. The incumbent must have the ability to plan, develop and implement age appropriate parenting programs that value play and inquiry for children ages zero (0) to six (6). Qualifications: • College diploma in Early...
For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x140 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at caamgmt.com/find-a-job/...
AKWESASNE – On Seskehkó:wa/September 25, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe announced a 30-day comment period for the proposed Election and Referendum Ordinance Amendments. There were no comments received at the close of the comment period on Kenténha/October 21, 2023. Since there weren’t any comments received at the close of the 30-day comment period, the proposed Election and Referendum Ordinance is now available to view on the Tribal Members Portal and is also available from the Tribal Clerk’s Office by calling (518) 358-2272. You may also re...
