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  • Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities

    Nov 21, 2018

    Massena 11/29/2018: 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Horizons, 56-58 Main Street 12/10/2018: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., VFW Massena, 101 West Hatfield Street Norwood 12/4/2018: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Norwood Norfolk Central School, 7852 State Highway 56 Potsdam 12/4/2018: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., State University of New York Potsdam, 44 Pierrepont Avenue 12/7/2018: 3 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus #340 Potsdam, 17 Lawrence Avenue Eligible donors can find a blood or platelet donation opportunity and schedule an appointment to donate by using the free Blood Donor...

  • Wild Turkeys Facing an Uncertain Future

    Nov 21, 2018

    Submitted by Rich Gast, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Franklin County The wild turkey, Meleagris gallopavo, is one of only two domesticated birds native to North America. The Muscovy duck is the other. Five sub-species make up the entire North American population. The most abundant is the eastern wild turkey, sub-species silvestris, meaning forest, which ranges across the entire eastern half of the United States and parts of eastern Canada. They're readily identified by their brown-tipped...

  • AMPS Positive Ticket Program

    Nov 21, 2018

    The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is developing a Positive Ticket Program for youths attending Kanatakon School, Tsi Snaihne School, and the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk School. The program is designed to build a strong relationship between our youth, law enforcement, teachers, and elders in our community. Youths who are witnessed displaying positive behaviors will receive a positive ticket. This program is based on the simple philosophy that recognizing good behavior will inspire and motivate better behavior. Program Benefits: The program is a...

  • Students of the Month at Tsi Snaihne School, 2000.

    Nov 21, 2018

    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 owner....

  • Police Blotter

    Nov 21, 2018

    St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Blotter 11/15/2018: On Nov. 9, police charged Tyler G. Scott, 26, of Tupper Lake with unlicensed operation. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Nov. 26. On Nov. 11, police charged Nicole Lavigne, 59, of Cornwall, Ontario with inadequate headlight. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Nov. 26. On Nov. 11, police charged Marcel Richer, 63, of Hemmingford, Quebec with inadequate headlight. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Nov. 26. On Nov. 12, police charged Abraham L. Francis, 55, of Hogansburg for...

  • SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music Hosts Traditional Crane Candlelight Concerts on Dec. 2

    Nov 21, 2018

    More than 250 student and faculty musicians from SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music will join together on Sunday, Dec. 2 to celebrate the holiday season, with the 2018 Crane Candlelight Concerts. The Crane Chorus and Crane Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Jeffrey Francom and Joel Schut, will present two performances on Sunday, Dec. 2, at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Both concerts will be offered in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall. SUNY Potsdam and The Crane School of Music invite you to join us for this family-friendly event. While both c...

  • Akwesasne Cultural Center/ Library Employment Opportunity

    Nov 21, 2018

    3 hours a week $12.00 per hour Responsibilities: Provide customer service for patrons, assist the public with library services, assist with computer support services, other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications: * High school diploma or GED, some college. * Experience working with the visiting public. * Knowledgeable of current literature genre for adults. * Good communication and customer service skills. * Able to work both independently and as part of a team. * Good to excellent computer skills. * Having a strong interest in...

  • Fort Covington Catholic Church Black Friday Sale

    Nov 21, 2018

    Mary’s Place on 3 Burns Road, Fort Covington will have a secret discount sale on Black Friday, November 23rd and on Saturday, November 24th....

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Nov 21, 2018

    FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2018 - THERE WILL BE NO MASS - FATHER JEROME AWAY ON RETREAT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2018 - 4:00 PM - FATHER ANDREW AMYOT - Offered for: Joseph Wood, Memorial Mass, from the funeral collection. THERE WILL BE NO 6:30 PM MASS AT THE TRI-DISTRICT ELDERS LODGE THIS MONTH SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2018 - 10:00 AM - FATHER ANDREW AMYOT - Offered for: Frank Delormier, Memorial Mass, from the funeral collection. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2018 - 7:00 PM - Offered for: Terry McDonald, Memorial Mass, from the funeral collection. WEDNESDAY,...

  • Annual Cash Raffle to Benefit HAVFD

    Nov 21, 2018

    $10 a ticket ***Early Bird Drawing*** November 21, 2018 Three $1,000 cash prizes just in time for your holiday shopping!!!! ***Main Draw*** December 15, 2018 1st-$5,000 2nd-$2,500 3rd-$1,500 4th-10th-$1,000 Get your tickets from Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department members. Nia:wen kowa for your continued support!...

  • MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE COMMUNITY NOTICE

    Nov 21, 2018

    TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE — The Chief Referendum Officer (Chief Electoral Officer) Leona Benedict hereby gives notice of an upcoming referendum on the Tsikaristisere/Dundee Claim Settlement Agreement. In accordance with the terms of the Settlement Agreement, the ballot question for this referendum is: ‘As a Voter of the Mohawks of Akwesasne, do you: (a) Approve the terms and conditions of the Tsikaristisere/Dundee Claim Settlement Agreement initialed by the negotiators for the Mohawks of Akwesasne and Canada, which settles and releases the Tsi...

  • Tota News

    Nov 21, 2018

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Nov. 23rd-Nancy Samphier & Millie Cook Nov. 24th-Frank David, Alice A. Cook & Katherine Thompson Nov. 25th-James Arquette Nov. 28th-Marianne Bero, Kamala Swamp & Florence Cook Events: Nov. 23rd – Closed, Nov. 26th – Exercise Class-10:00; Virtual Bowling-10:30; Bingo-1:00; Nov. 27th – Kanien’keha class-1:00; Shopping-1:00; Nov. 28th – Birthday Meal; Exercise Class-10:00; Nov. 29th – Haircuts-10:00; Kanien’keha Class-1:00; Shopping-1:00; Legal Aid-1:30 IAKHIHSOHTHA... Full story

  • UNOFFICIAL LIST OF NOMINEES

    Nov 21, 2018

    From the Chief Electoral Officer for the Kawehno:ke District Chief By-Election for which nominations were held on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Nominees have until Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018 to accept their nomination. An official list of candidates will then be released. Candidate for District Chief Donna Delormier Nominator Susan White Seconder Dennis White Candidate for District Chief Donna Delormier Nominator Janet Caldwell Seconder Rick Caldwell Candidate for District Chief Dennis Chaussi Nominator Michael Craig Delormier Seconder Michael Boots...

  • MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE 2018-2019 Fuel Tender REQUEST FOR TENDER

    Nov 21, 2018

    (First Request) DATE: November 13, 2018 Tenders are hereby invited for the supply of goods specified and to be Freight on Board (F.O.B.) Akwesasne Territory. The right is reserved to accept or reject quotations on any item separately or on the tender as a whole. Please prepare your tender in three (3) copies on this form, being careful to fill in all blanks, sign properly and return copies in the accompanying addressed envelope. QUOTATIONS MUST BE FULLY EXTENDED AND CHECKED and extension totaled. In case you do not care to submit a tender you...

  • Introduction to De-Colonization on the Mind and Addictions

    Nov 21, 2018

    Presented by Joey David and Harvey Herne Friday, November 30, 2018 9:00am to 4:30pm Seven Dancers Coalition 352 State Route 37 Lunch & snacks will be provided. Presentation done at noon. Co-ed Sweat to be held around 1:30. 35 participant limit. Please call Wholistic Health and Wellness to register: 613-575-2341 at ext. 3115 or 3113....

  • AKWESASNE KAHWATSI:RE GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING

    Nov 21, 2018

    The Akwesasne Kahwatsi:re Genealogy & Historical Society is meeting on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at 6:30pm, at the Nation Office on Route 37. Everyone welcome!...

  • AMBE Seeking Interested Community Members from the Districts of Kawehno:ke and Tsi Snaihne

    Nov 21, 2018

    Kentenhkowa/November 15, 2018 – The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) is presently seeking interested community members from the districts of Kawehno:ke and Tsi Snaihne to fill an appointment expiring on Seskeha/August 31, 2019. • Are you at least 18 years of age? • Are you interested in making a difference in your child’s (grandchild’s) education? • Are you an enrolled member of the Mohawks of Akwesasne? • Are you a resident of the district of Kawehno:ke or Tsi Snaihne for the last six (6) months. If so, consider a seat on the B...

  • REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOR SNOW PLOWING AT CKON/INDIAN TIME BUILDING

    Nov 21, 2018

    This request for quotes (RFQ) is an invitation to prospective Mohawk businesses to submit quotes for the provision of snow plowing, shoveling and sanding the sidewalks at the CKON and Indian Time building. The RFQ is issued by CKON Radio and Indian Time. Plowing, shoveling and sanding will be required prior to 6 a.m. daily. On heavy snow days the sidewalks and driveway should be re-visited during the work day for additional snow removal. There is heavy pedestrian traffic going in and out of CKON and Indian Time and safety is crucial. Name of...

  • Free Homemade Thanksgiving Dinner

    Nov 21, 2018

    Thursday, November 22, 2018 1:00 - 3:00 PM Mohawk Assembly of God Church 7 East Church Street, Akwesasne 518.358.2456...

  • Classifieds

    Nov 21, 2018

    Classifieds...

  • Bid for Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education School Bus Fleet maintenance

    Nov 21, 2018

    This package includes a copy of our Bus Maintenance Policy (Policy #819) and a list of our School Buses which are in service and will be requiring maintenance and repairs. The AMBE fleet services the AMBE school district which is situated in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec with the school busses traveling through the United States, busses may need service in any one of these jurisdictions. AMBE will require that all bids include the following items: Contractors must: 1. Flat rate fee per bus for servicing of a School bus according to the...

  • Vaccination & Parasites for Dogs and Cats

    Nov 21, 2018

    Join the Akwesasne Animal Society for the next educational series: Vaccination & Parasites for Dogs and Cats. Learn the what, when and why for your 4 legged friends. Monday November 26th from 6-7pm at the Akwesasne Housing Authority training room. Light refreshments and prizes for attendees....

  • Aseshate:ka'te Grief Services Group Session

    Nov 21, 2018

    Aseshate:ka’te Grief Services would like to announce the last free grief recovery group offered in 2018. The group is a 6 week program to help deal with unresolved grief issues offered in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. Date: November 26-December 30, 2018 Place: Snye Homemakers Time: 5:30pm-8pm All materials are provided. Group is limited to 10 people. Registration is required and can be found on the website at www.agsfire.org. For more information call Leona Swamp at 518-333-6112 or 518-358-1255. Brought to you with the support from M...

  • Massena to launch running club, spring track for modified level; winter cheerleading program canceled

    Andy Gardner|Nov 21, 2018

    By Andy Gardner The Massena Central school board at their Nov. 15 meeting approved a high school running club and spring modified track program. Meanwhile, the board voted to call off the winter cheerleading program due to lack of participation. The running club was pitched at their October meeting. Track Coach Dak Zaza suggested the idea and said it is aimed at giving seventh- and eighth-graders a chance to participate in both field events and running. As it is now, modified winter track is just running. “A big downside of our current s...

  • A'nowara'ko:wa Arena Schedule November 22 – 28, 2018

    Nov 21, 2018

    Thursday, November 22 8-4 Home Heating Program 9-11 Public Skate 11-12 Senior Hockey 12-1 Senior Public Skate 1-3 Public Skate 3-4:50 Sticks and Pucks 5-5:50 Own the Ice 6-8:50 AMHA 9-10 Women Wild Friday, November 23 8-4 Home Heating Program 9-9:50 Public Skate 11-12 Senior Hockey 10-12 M. Marsolais 12-1 Senior Public Skate 1-3 Public Skate 3-4:50 Sticks and Pucks 5-7:50 Gibbs Hockey Skills 8-10 Rock and Skate Saturday, November 24 1-4 K. Mitchell Baby Shower Turtle Room 6-9 Team EDN Turtle Room 9am Initiation Program 10-11:20 For Rent...

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