A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Tribal Police ticketed Michael R. Wright, 23, of Waterbury Center, Vt. and charged him with inadequate headlights at 5:24 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5 stemming from a motor vehicle accident. He is to appear in Tribal Court on November 25. Tribal Police ticketed Aronhientha Benedict, 17, of Akwesasne, N.Y. for speeding, improper left turn and failure to use designated lane at 9:58 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6. Police said he was going 52 M.P.H. in a 35 M.P.H. zone on Cook Road. He is to appear in Tribal Court on November 25. Tribal Police...
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK – William David Humphries, age 67, of Lake City, South Carolina, was found guilty by a U.S. District Court jury of forty-four felony counts, including interstate travel in aid of racketeering, a wire fraud conspiracy to defraud Canada of tax revenue, a conspiracy for the unlicensed manufacture of tobacco products, and concealment money laundering – announced United States Attorney Richard S. Hartunian and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Special Agent in Charge Thomas J. Cannon. Following a two week jury tr...
Submitted by Rowena General The 38th Annual Marine Corps Marathon Race was held in Washington, DC on October 27, 2013, and had 23,480 finishers, with Karla placing 4519 in the female division and 12,964 overall. The competitive event is the 3rd largest in the United States and 8th largest Marathon in the world; with competitive runners from the Marines, Army, Navy and Air Force. Karla's first Marathon run was in support of the Running Strong for American Indian Youth Program, the only charity ru...
ELSIPOGTOG PREPARES TO CONFRONT SWN’S MACHINERY LAKETON, NB–Warriors from Elsipogtog First Nation were preparing Tuesday evening to confront the machinery owned by a Houston-based energy firm conducting shale gas exploration work just north of the Mi’kmaq community. SWN Resources Canada is expected to roll out its thumper trucks Wednesday in an area along Hwy 11 and about 46 kilometres north of Elsipogtog First Nations. The company laid out a string of geophones Tuesday which will be used to capture the vibrations emitted by the thumper truck...
November 6, 2013, Fort McMurray, AB – Earlier this week the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) announced that a federal decision on Shell Oil’s Jackpine Mine Expansion, a 100,000 barrel per day open pit tar sands mine expansion, would be delayed an additional 35 days. At the heart of this decision is the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation who has been speaking out against the project since day one citing a variety of concerns relating to treaty and aboriginal rights as well as direct and cumulative environmental impacts. In July 201...
LAPAGE ELECTED SALMON RIVER BOARD OF EDUCATION VP The Salmon River Central School District Board of Education elected one of its newest board members, Robert Lapage, as vice president of the board at its monthly meeting this week. The position had been open since late September, when former board member and Vice President Greg Cunningham resigned following several controversial issues at Salmon River. The board is currently operating one member short after accepting Mr. Cunningham’s resignation at its October meeting. An attempt to elect a v...
In support of the Mi'Kmaq struggle to oppose FRACKING in their territory, Akwesasne Mohawks shut down traffic on the bridge for a brief period of time on Saturday, November 9th. As vehicular traffic approached the crossroads on Cornwall Island, volunteers distributed fliers of information from the Northeast Organic Farming Association of NY. Cornwall city police cruisers were parked within blocks of the CBSA port of entry on Brookdale Ave in anticipation of the bridge shutdown. At approximately...
Picture taken between 1938-1940 - Back row L-R: Ella Oakes-Cole, Emma Lazore-Oakes, Loretta Oakes-Thompson & Ida Oakes-Forbes Second row L-R: Anna Oakes-Jackson, Irene Oakes-Caldwell, Lila Oakes-Caldwell & Geraldine Oakes- Montour. Cute little one in front-Edna Oakes. Niawen to Dakota Caldwell 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 same...
Division: Admin – Grants & Contracts Salary: $31,907.20 – 57,740.80 43-6011 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Kentenhkó:wa/November 22, 2013 Description of Position: Responsibility of the Administrative Assistant include but are not limited to general office duties, maintaining logs, meeting minutes, assist in the preparation of request for proposals and contracts. Qualifications: Certificate/Diploma from college or technical school or and Associates Degree in Business Administration and one year of experience in grant or contract admi...
Division: Social Services Salary: $26,852.80 – 49,774.40 21-1021 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Kentenhkó:wa/November 22, 2013 Description of Position: Under the direction of the Preventive/Foster Care Adoption Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for the progress and monitoring of foster care homes. Perform a range of duties concerned with their assigned workload. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driver...
Annual Salary: GST 07 $42,853.14 - $44,567.26 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Justice, the Compliance Officer is responsible for overseeing compliance of Akwesasne By-Laws and Community Laws within the regulatory jurisdiction of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. QUALIFICATIONS: Post Secondary in Law and Security OR Secondary School with at least three years of related work experience in the enforcement field. The ability to perform related duties, which may include, but is not limited to, water...
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2013 by 4pm POSITION DESCRIPTION STATUS: Part-Time SALARY: $10.00/HR The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced after school program. Commuting post-secondary students are encouraged to apply. Job Responsibilities: The Program Assistant will work in cooperation with other team members in the implementation of interactive activities in a specific program area catering to the club member’s interests, such as Education & Technology, Health &...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community support Program is sponsoring second Class of the ASP30 Construction Safety Course The Course will be made available to 20 Community Members on December 7th, 8th, 14th & 15th, 2013 Saturday & Sunday The 30 Hour - 20 Module Manual Course consists of: Personal Protective Equipment, WHMIS, Concepts of Industrial Hygiene, Protection against Falling, Scaffolding, Confined Space, Electricity, Emergency Procedures, Organization of Safety to name a few. The Participant must attend and complete the four day c...
Salary Level: CL 06 $40,681.77 - $42,309.04 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Economic Development Officer, the incumbent is responsible for administering the Tobacco Pilot Project, including the Tax-Exempt Tobacco Program. QUALIFICATIONS: Two year post-secondary degree in a related field with one (1) year administrative experience in a related field. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The incumbent must have the ability to work independently and exhibit a high degree of initiative and self-direction. Must demonstrate excellent...
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2013 by 4pm POSITION DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT: Programs FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt/Full Time HOURLY WAGE: $12.88 The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced after school program. Job Responsibilities: The Sports, Fitness and Recreation Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation and supervision of our sports, fitness and recreation program for the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club. The Sports, Fitness and Recreation program is a...
Salary: HS 07 $39,671.56 - $41,258.42 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Program Manager the incumbent is responsible for supervising and monitoring Akwesasne Youth involved with the Akwesasne Mohawk, Ontario and Quebec courts. Follow the guidelines and service description of the Ministry of Children & Youth Services. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences with minimum of (2) two years work experience in Social Work or related field. The incumbent must have knowledge of the Akwesasne Community,...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 November Birthdays Nov. 15th Julia King Nov. 16th Sheila Farmer Nov. 18th Evelyn Bush & Thelbert Bigtree Nov. 19th Dolores Phillips & Sharon Thompson Events: Nov. 15th Craft Session – 11:00; Paint with Tina – 1:00 Nov. 18th Yoga – 10:30; Bingo – 1:00 Nov. 19th Massage – 8:30; Eat Smart – 11:00; Computer Class – 1:00; Shopping – 1:00 Nov. 21st Caregiver Support Group Meeting; 1:00 – Shopping; 1:30 – Legal Aid Nov. 21st Caregiver Support Group meeting – 11:30; Shopping – 1:00; Lega...
1. Replace brown paper bags with reusable lunch bags 2. Wash in cold water 3. Line dry your clothes 4. Use less gas 5. Make your own cleaning products 6. Buy organic kids clothing 7. Switch to cloth diapers 8. Remember to recycle 9. Buy locally grown food 10. Turn off the lights...
Mass Schedule •Fri., November 15th- No Mass •Sat. November 16th – 4pm For Minnie Delormier (17th Anniversary) & Angus Delormier (25th anniversary) Requested by the entire Delormier family •Sun. November 17th - 10am For Elizabeth Lazore, Louis & Anna Lazore and Tom and Katy Swamp Requested by Edward & sons •Tues. November - 7pm For Lawrence and Christie Francis Requested by Bea Lazore •Wed. November 20 - 10 am at Iakhihsohtha For Marlene Arquette 1st Anniversary Requested by Shirley Arquette •Thurs. November 21st For Louis and Felecite Fran...
Fri. Nov. 15th Joelle Regnier, NP 8:30-12:00-Elders clinic 1:00-4:00-by appt. Sat. Nov. 16th Joelle Regnier, NP 8:00-12:00-walk-in Mon. Nov. 18th Dr. Tremblay 8:00-11:00-walk-in Joelle Regnier, NP 1:00-4:00-by appt. Tues. Nov. 19th Dr. Young 8:30-11:30-walk-in Wed. Nov. 20th Dr. Young 8:30-11:30-walk-in Joelle Regnier, NP 5:00-8:00-walk-in Thurs. Nov. 21st Joelle Regnier, NP 1:00-4:00-by appt....
Fri. Nov. 15th Dr. Forson 9:00-11:30-by appt. Sat. Nov. 16th Dr. Forson 8:30-11:30-walk-in Mon. Nov. 18th Dr. Forson 9:00-11:30-walk-in Tues. Nov. 19th Dr. Forson 9:00-11:15-by appt. Wed. Nov. 20th Lab 8:30-10:00 Thurs. Nov. 21st No Doctor...
Mohawk Council is pleased to announce that the Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program will run once again this year. There will be two separate programs, one of which you can apply for depending on your age category. One is specific for the Elders known as the “Elder Heating Assistance Program (60 and older) and the other the “Akwesasne Heating Assistance Program” for community members under the jurisdiction of Mohawk Council. The application process is open to all community members beginning Tuesday October 15th, 2013 up to Friday Novem...
St. Regis Recreation Center November 17, 2013 8:30 am to 4:00 pm For ages 12 and up Limited to the first 20 registered To sign up or for further information Contact Danielle@ 575-2341 ext: 3168 Proudly Sponsored by: Akwesasne Child and Family Services...
Tuesday, November 19, 2013 Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Dept. #1 818 State Rt. 37 #1 Hogansburg, NY 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM Call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule All presenting donors can enter the turkey-A-Day raffle for a chance to win a $50 Grocery Gift Card ** Wed. Nov. 20th 12:30PM to 5:30PM St. Lawrence Centre 6100 State Route 37, Massena, NY Call 1-800-733-2726 to schedule...
The Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group will have a bake sale at the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Lobby on Wednesday, November 27th, 2013 from 10am - 2pm. We are taking pre-orders for Apple, Pumpkin & Lemon pies to be picked up that day! Please call 518-358-2341 for orders and leave a message. Order must be in by the 22nd. There will also be a raffle for a beautiful afghan throw to be drawn that day. Tickets on sale now. The next support group meeting will be on Thursday, Nov 14 at 6pm at AK...
