A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Submitted by Native North American Travelling College I will tell you this story as it really happened, just the way I remember it. I truly believe that it was our Grandfathers who came to visit us on June 22, 1970. It was on a very beautiful day. At noon, I was helping my wife wash dishes. We were standing side by side, both facing the kitchen window. Suddenly, we noticed it got even brighter, which surprised us both. It was beautiful to see, a few raindrops fell as if it were starting to rain. There was no sound but in came a light (beam,...
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Elders from Akwesasne and surrounding communities enjoyed a special viewing of the lights, trees and the magic of the holiday season at the Christmas Enchantment at the Snye Recreation Center on Thursday, November 12, 2015. Before the private viewing, our Elders were treated to a luncheon, which was sponsored by Indian Time....
Drug felony - On Nov. 9 at 8:41 p.m., Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police charged two people with felony drug possession following a traffic stop. Justin P. Johnson, 22 of Akwesasne is charged with third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, felony, and failure to produce driver’s license, failure to produce registration, inadequate headlights. Devon M. Johnson, 17, Akwesasne is charged with second-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, felony, and unlawful possession of marihuana. A tribal police blotter entry d...
Montreal’s 30-kilometre southeast sewage interceptor is back in service and raw sewage will no longer be dumped into the St. Lawrence River, ending on the evening of Saturday, November 14, 2015. Repairs to the major interceptor that was behind the raw sewage dump have been completed three days ahead of schedule according to Montreal’s Mayor Denis Coderre. The long sewer pipe collects effluent from a network of other sewer lines on its way to the water treatment plant. The repairs, which started on Wednesday, were expected to last one week and d...
On Saturday, November 15, 2015 the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Transfer Station held their "Akwesasne Recycling Day." Larry Thompson, Recycling Coordinator and Community Education and Outreach, said, "We wanted to show everyone what we do and what's available to them. And to learn how to make the right choices with your waste that not only benefits the community but also the wildlife and the environment." There were informational displays and handouts, and people had the chance to tour the facility,...
L-R: Randy Cook, Robert "Lubby" Tarbell and the late Bruce P. Jackson. Sometime around 1970 on State Road behind the Tarbell's. Niawen to Marilyn 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 building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their ow...
Division: Mohawk Networks, L.L.C. Job Code: 13-2011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 4, 2015 Description of Position: Under the direction of the CEO, the Accountant position is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of recording information into the company and accounting records. The goal is to provide a sound financial management infrastructure so that Mohawk Networks, LLC. is assured of sound accounting. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least five years of related ex...
Division: Akwesasne TV Job Code: 27-2012.01 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 4, 2015 Description of Position: The tasks and duties of the TV Producer are to plan and coordinate various aspects of TV productions, stage or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing and arranging financing. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts, Mass Communications or related field and two years experience in a previous producer position or related areas; five years of te...
Division: Akwesasne TV Job Code: 41-3011 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 4, 2015 Description of Position: The tasks and duties of the Advertising and Media Sales Representative are to sell or solicit specific advertising mediums and product as the solution that will connect the client with their target audiences. Qualifications: Equivalent to completion of two years of college-level coursework in business or a field related to the work; or equivalent combination in marketing and sales. Media production experience...
Division: Akwesasne TV Job Code: 27-4011 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 4, 2015 Description of Position: The tasks and duties of a Production Technician are to operate television, video or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes such as television broadcast, advertising, video productions or motion pictures. Qualifications: Associates Degree in Media Arts, Mass Communications or related field and one year experience in television/broadcast related areas or; five years of...
Annual Salary: MG 10 - $53,147.41 - $55,273.31 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Under the supervision of the Mohawk Government Office Manager and the mandate/direction of the Grand Chief, the portfolio Chiefs and Council, the incumbent is responsible to lead, facilitate and coordinate the development of the Nation Building initiative at Akwesasne. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: University Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Native Studies, Business Administration or related discipline; AND Five (5) years experience in a related field with...
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Friday, December 4th @ 4p.m. DEPARTMENT: Programs REPORTS TO: Program Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY: 14.50$/HR PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for the development, implementation and supervision of the Education and GED Programs for the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club. The Education and GED Programs are core programs of the Club that enable youth to express themselves creatively while learning how to make good choices and allow youth the opportunity to achieve academic success. The GED Program provides services to...
ALBANY, N.Y. (November 13, 2015) – The New York State Department of Health is encouraging individuals who consumed food or drink at the McDonald’s restaurant located at 2500 Mound Road, in Waterloo, NY to protect themselves against Hepatitis A following confirmation that an employee with the disease worked at the restaurant while infectious. Hepatitis A is a viral liver disease transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food and water or through direct contact with an infectious person. Most people with Hepatitis A will feel sick for a few...
PAY LEVEL: RN02 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES; The Diabetes Program Supervisor will provide leadership and administrative management for the day-to-day operations and development of the MCA Diabetes Program – Akwesasne Diabetes Education Center (ADEC). General responsibilities are associated with diabetes-prevention and management and supervision of professional, paraprofessional and specially-trained personnel. Provide caseload management for diabetes care and/or prevention; program planning for long and short-term activities; team c...
PO Box 402 ~ Rooseveltown ~ NY ~ 13683 188 McGee Road ~ Akwesasne ~ NY ~ 13655 DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION REPORTS TO: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT, 9 HOURS WEEKLY CLOSING DATE: NOVEMBER 30, 2015 Duties consist of the following: • Drive passengers from MIHC Rental Properties to various activities 3 mornings Monday, Wednesday & Friday weekly • Purchase supplies for office & maintenance department • Assist in planning trip schedule • General upkeep of bus requesting repairs as needed • Keep the vehicle clean and sanitary • Immedia...
Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • Earth Science Teacher Application deadline is December 16, 2015. Complete job description is available at www.srk12.org. Submit application, letter of interest and current resume with references to: Angela Robert, Director of Instruction Salmon River Central School 637 Count Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...
Division: Environment – Akwesasne Cultural Restoration Program Job Code: 25-1062 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Kentenhkò:wa/November 30, 2015 Description of Position: Primary responsibility of the Master will be to work with the Apprentices on a daily basis, instructing them on traditional cultural practices of our ancestors in the area of fishing and river use. Develop a plan; coordinate fishing and river use activities and evaluating apprentice performance. Qualifications: Knowledge of fishing and other cultural activities pe...
Division: Environment – Akwesasne Cultural Restoration Program Job Code: 43-4171 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Kentenhkò:wa/November 30, 2015 Description of Position: Primary responsibility is to greet and assist all visitors to the ACR Office in a courteous and helpful manner. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. 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 proof of native preference eligibility to:...
Division: Legal Job Code: 23-1011 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Open until filled Description of Position: Under the direction of Tribal Council, responsible for legal advice, representation, assistance and support to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, its government, departments and enterprises. General Counsel represents the Tribe in all aspects of tribal government, including, but not limited to, commercial transactions, contracts, gaming, application of environment and natural resources laws and other federal laws relating to Tribal and...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Nov. 22nd – Carol White & Sharon Loran Nov. 23rd – Millie Cook & Nancy Samphier Nov. 24th – Alice Cook & Katherine Thompson Nov. 26th – Florence Cook Nov. 29th – Angus Ransom Events: Nov. 19th – Ride to nowhere-12:30; Shopping-1:00; Nov. 20th - Computer Skills-10:00; Tina’s Painting-1:00; Craft Class-How to make Gift Bags & Boxes with Linda Besio from the Nature Center; Nov. 23rd – Nutrition Education-11:00; Bingo-1:00; Nov. 24th – Massage-9:00-2:30; Chair Yoga-10:00;...
(NOVEMBER 17, 2015) The Akwesasne Membership Board has requested that a By- Election be held for one (1) position on the Board District of Tsi Snaihne: One Two (2) Year Term Board Member Nominations will be held from the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday December 5, 2015 at the following location: District of Tsi Snaihne: Snye Homemakers Lodge 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: a) be at least twenty-five...
The Akwesasne Chamber of Commerce teamed up with the Akwesasne Holiday Helpers for the 2015 Food & Toy Drive! For every toy donation you can receive a Holiday Coupon Book! Coupon Books are available at these participating local businesses! Anowarako:wa Arena Akwesasne Tire Company Nature’s Gift Healthy Smoothies Swamp’s Performance Automotive Tahy’s Fine Art & Design Three Feathers Café The UPS Store Tota Ma’s Medicine Cabinet Coupons may only be redeemed one per person per transaction....
PO Box 101- Akwesasne, QC H0M 1A0 Or PO Box 1043-Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact-George Adams-613-575-2871...
Dr. Daniel Hovsepian DMD Monday – Thursday 8:00am-6:15pm • Closed for lunch 1:00pm-2:00pm...