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Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter through Oct. 2: Third-degree criminal mischief - Tribal police say they arrested Noah I. Mitchell, 32, of Hogansburg around 12:59 a.m. Sept. 29 and charged him with felony third-degree criminal mischief. They say he was also charged with misdemeanor counts of fourth-degree criminal mischief, resisting arrest, reckless driving, driving while intoxicated and refusal to take a breath test, as well as traffic infractions of unsafe passing on the left and...
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Submitted by Marilyn White VALLEY CENTER, CA (October 1, 2014) The National Intertribal Tax Alliance (NITA) wrapped up its 16th Annual conference, September 24-25, 2014 hosted and sponsored by the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians and held at their fabulous and newly-renovated Hotel and Casino in Valley Center, California just northeast of San Diego. NITA is the foremost Native organization focusing on tribal taxation issues for tribal governments and tribal enterprises. This year's well-attended...
The Harvest Ceremony is done around the fall time when the gardens, and all plant life have been picked. We give thanks for what we had asked for during Mid-Winter Ceremony. The Four Sacred Ceremonies are done at this time. The people will bring food that they harvested to show that the Creator has heard us. The Harvest Ceremony consists of four days. First Day of Harvest This day three dances are done to honor the Creator, the Faithkeepers, Clan mothers, and the People. Second Day of Harvest A tobacco burning takes place to acknowledge the Cre...
L-R: Theresa Thompson, Alwyn Morris, "Big Sesi" Jacobs and Theresa Skidders. Kahnawake resident Alwyn Morris won a total of four medals through his kayaking career. At the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympic games he won gold and bronze and in 1982 at the ICF Canoe Sprint World championship he won Silver. In 1983 he won Bronze. His meet and greet tour stops included the St. Regis Recreation Center and Akwesasne Freedom School. Niawen to Derrick Lafrance for sharing this photo with our readers. Do...
There are a gazillion reasons to drink (or drug). From tears of anguish to tears of joy, from getting fired to getting promoted, from being alone to the being the life of the party, an addict always can find a “reason” to use. But I’ve noticed some trends, so here I have categorized what I see as the most common triggers to relapse. This list is not the result of scientific research, but simply observations gathered over a decade’s work in the field. Perhaps you and your clients can use this article to identify the scenarios most likely...
TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE – The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne hereby gives notice of Information Meetings for the proposed draft Akwesasne Tobacco Manufacturing and Products Law on the following dates, times and locations: •District of Kawehno:ke – Saturday, November 8, 2014 from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Tri-District Elders Building •District of Tsi Snaihne – Wednesday, November 19, 2014 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Snye Recreation Centre •District of Kana:takon – Thursday, November 20, 2014 from 1:30pm-3:30pm at the St. Regis Recreation Centre The ‘A...
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,...
Term Position: (October 21st, 2014 to June 18th, 2015) Under the overall supervision of the Akwesasne Area Management Youth Coordinator, the After-school Tutor will be responsible for the successful operation of the After-school Tutoring Program. The Tutor will also perform the following duties in accordance with the specific and broad objectives of the AAMB. DUTIES: •Assist high school students with academic core subjects (Math & English), school projects and assignments. •Knowledge of Ont...
RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage 74 units with move-in, move-out • Submits reports for subsidized rental units to appropriate agency • Record payments and notify tenants in arrears • Supervisory duties over Maintenance Department including training, • performance appraisal, discipline • Scheduling repairs, work orders, purchase orders, solicit bids when necessary, ensure purchases fall within budgets • Work with Management on planning, develop annual work plans, budgets, identify renovations/major repairs, preventative maintenance • Possess skills...
Program: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Reports to: Food Services Manager Location: Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School Salary: Based on MCA Salary Grid Term: Based on School Year Calendar FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Associate Director of Education and the general supervision of the Head Cook, the Kitchen Aide will assist the Head Cook in the daily preparation and serving of meals to school children. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a secondary school diploma (grade 12) and/or High School Equivalent and two years work...
Mohawk Indian Housing Corporation is accepting Snow Plow Bids for the 2014/2015 winter season. The Bid is for 5 parking lots, the Housing Office at 188 McGee Road and the Warehouse at 202 McGee Road, Mohawk River Apartments at 49 County Route 45, Iroquois Village at 19 County Route 45 and SweetFlag Estate at 419 Roosevelt Rd. Please drop off bids in person at 188 McGee Road or mail to P.O. Box 402 Rooseveltown NY 13683 before October 27, 2014....
Pay Level: CL 09 $36,161.69 - $37,608.16 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the Direction of the program manager, the incumbent is responsible for all patient information and registration pertaining to the Akwesasne Non-insured Health Benefits Program. QUALIFICATIONS: Post-Secondary Diploma in the field of Secretarial / Office Administration with minimum two years’ work experience in an office setting. The incumbent should have the ability to work independently and exhibit a high degree of initiative and self-direction. Should have the a...
Status: Per Diem Reports to: General Manager Salary: $11/ per hour (Canadian) The Receptionist/Office Clerk is under the direct supervision and direction of the General Manager. This is a full-time position and is required to work during regular business hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and other hours as deemed necessary. Duties and Responsibilities: As the first point of contact the receptionist must greet all visitors to CKON in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner. Answer incoming calls in a professional and courteous...
American Indian Community House HIV/AIDS Program Community Educator ACT NOW Program Site Akwesasne Business Center Please visit our web site for application details: http://www.aich.org/job-board/aich-hiv-aids-program-akwesasne-ny-community-educator Applications will be accepted until 5:00 PM, 10/17/14...
Division: Medicaid Service Coordination Program Salary: $26,852.80-49,774.40 21-1021 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Kenténha/October 24, 2014 Description of Position: Responsible for the planning, development, implementation, continuation, monitoring and improvement of the Medicaid Service Coordination. Collaborates with the program manager of the Family Support Program in developing goals, obtaining/allocating human and physical resources, developing policies and procedures and ensuring adequate financial resources. Qualifications:...
Division: Technical Support Program Salary: $27,518.40-51,022.40 15-1151 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Kenténha/October 24, 2014 Description of Position: Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, but not limited to printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from fo...
Division: Johnson O’Malley Program Salary: $23,732.80-51,022.40 25-3999 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Kenténha/October 24, 2014 Description of Position: Assist eligible youth with tutorial and career services in the areas of math, science, English, global studies and history within the Massena Central High School. Qualifications: Mandatory two year or four year degree in related field with experience working with Native American students. Subject to the Fleet and Background Check Policies. Obtain complete job descriptions online at...
Division: Law Enforcement Salary: $28,204.80 – 40,851.20 43-5031 Status: Possibility of Full-time, Per Diem, Non-exempt Deadline: Kenténha/October 24, 2014 Description of Position: Receives, records and distributes incoming call and walk-in complaints for Law Enforcement services. Qualifications: High School diploma or G.E.D. Subject to the Fleet and Background Check Policies. Obtain complete job descriptions online at www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-358-2272. Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume and...
In preparation for the “spooktacular” holiday of Halloween, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging consumers to exercise caution when shopping for holiday deals including those at pop-up retail stores and online sites. Every year, BBB receives complaints from shoppers who allege late or non-existent costume deliveries, faulty or poor quality products and difficulties obtaining refunds and returning items. “Exorcize” the threat of being haunted by your Halloween purchases this season by following BBB’s helpful shopping tips: --Researc...
Reports to: CKON General Manager The per diem housekeeper will be on-call to fill-in when the regular housekeeper isn’t available. The housekeeping schedule is two hours for two days a week. Position Description: Under the direction and supervision of the CKON General Manager the Housekeeper shall perform the following duties: Sweep and mop all floors. Vacuum stairway and upstairs hallways and offices. Clean the upstairs and downstairs bathrooms including sweeping, mopping and cleaning toilet bowls, sinks and mirrors. Remove trash to the o...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community that residents who received a Common Experience Payment (CEP) for the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (IRSSA) may be eligible for additional non-cash Personal Credits of up to $3,000 each for educational purposes. All CEP recipients will be able to choose to transfer their Personal Credits to family members (as defined in the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement and the Terms and Conditions) for educational purposes. They also have the option to...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Oct. 9th Lorraine Bero Oct. 11th Harriet Laprerie, Marianne Loran and Harry Thompson Oct. 12th Ruth Dora & Julianne Barnes Oct. 14th Shirley Jacobs & John D. White Oct. 16th Elda Cook & Gisela Herne Events: Oct. 10th – Computer Skills-10:00; Hockey Day-10:30; Art Show-1:00-3:00; Oct. – 13th Closed; Oct. 14th – Massage 9:00-2:30; Club Mtg.-10:00; Yoga-10:00; GS Class-12:45; Shopping-1:00; HC4HL-10:00 @ Sunrise Acres; Oct. 15th – ALED Group-10:30; Oct. 16th – Caregiver...
Mass Intentions October 10th -16th 2014 •Friday, October 10th 2014 12:10 Offered for Elizabeth Gray 11th Memorial Birthday Requested by the family •Saturday, October 11th 4:00pm Offered for Joseph Rourke Requested by the family • Sunday, October 12th 10:00am Offered for John T. Cook Marion, Rachel, Sara and Jennifer •Tuesday, October 14th 6:00pm Offered for For all the Souls in Purgatory Requested by parishioner •Wednesday October 15th at Iakhihsohtha 10:00am Priest’s intention •Thursday, October 16th 12:10 Offered for Viola Rourke Reques...
