A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Hogansburg, NY - The Akwesasne Mohawk Casino is again proud to be providing staff and food for the Annual Akwesasne Basket Drive being held at the Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Station. This year is shaping up to be better than ever and committee members are anticipating another wonderful year of caring and sharing for families throughout the community. The annual event will be held on Friday, December 14, 2012 and will provide families in Akwesasne with holiday meals, gifts and family events to be enjoyed by all. A $5.00 Benefit...
1. Shé:kon! Skennen’kó:wa ken? Hello! Are you at peace? A. Hen. Skén:nen. Yes, peace. 2. Ronata’karí:te ken ne sahwá:tsire? Are your family well? A. Hen, ronata’karí:te Yes, they are well. 3. Sewahtenkiónhe ken kí:ken rotón:ni nikahá:wi? Are you going away for Christmas? A. Í:iah nón:wa. Not now. 4. Kátke enhontoríshen tsi ronteweiénstha? When will the students finishschool? A. Tewáhsen shískare Tsiothóhrha. December 21st. 5. Tó: nikarì:wes? How long? A. Teiahiakserá:ke. 2 weeks 6. Sekhwahrá:ne ken? Are you having a dinner? A. Hen. Kekhwahrá:n...
Reprinted from WAMPUM BELTS of the IROQUOIS By Tehanetorens This wampum belt was sent by Governor Denny of the Pennsylvania Province to the Indians, especially the Delaware and Shawnee People of the Ohio Region, to attend a peace and alliance council at Philadelphia. The Governor was very anxious to secure the fighting ability of Indians to use against the French who, the same as the English, had their eyes on the rich Ohio Region. During the wars in Europe between the French and the English,...
Submitted by Jade Gabri Both Akwesasne along the south shore and Cornwall on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River have been participating in a St. Lawrence River Walleye Study. Through various discussions between the St. Lawrence River Institute and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Tehotiienawa:kon Environment Program, the St. Lawrence River Walleye Study was initiated. The St. Lawrence River Walleye Study has its basis in the knowledge held by Akwesasne’s fishermen. It has been s...
I’ve been seeing more Akwesasneron that are new to social networking posting “too much info” recently. Details about when they are home alone, when they are not home, when they go out shopping, when they travel out of town and where, and many post pictures or video of awesome expensive new gadgets they just purchased. Here are a few tips to show you how you can keep details about your personal private life off of the search engines for the general public to view. If one of your friends or family members is doing this, (I’m seeing more elders on...
Don’t laugh. Ok – go ahead and laugh. FREE KETCHUP! Some folks really take advantage of those condiment packets at fast food resturaunts. In fact, one man even enlisted the help of close family in an effort to save for his first house. I remember my mother saving small jam packages for us. Here I thought she was just being thoughtful. SELF-HAIRCUTS This one could result in self-mutilation if not done properly, or at least a few laughs (unfortunately at your child’s expense). Cutting your own hair could save you at least $200 a year. Rathe...
I had planned on doing an article about things that we are thankful for around Thanksgiving but it didn’t work out. Once in awhile I find it good to give shout-outs to those individuals and programs in Akwesasne that we may take for granted. There are tons of good folks in our community who we may be shy to tell good job or thanks for stepping up. I remember back when I was a kid the lack of events, activities and playground equipment. In the last twenty years we have gone from one or two family events a year to a few if not more per month. A...
FINE Massena, NY - Iohahiio, 28, of Hogansburg, was fined by Massena Town Justice James M. Crandall $500 and a $260 surcharge after a driving while intoxicated count was reduced to driving while ability impaired for an incident on Jan. 8 at the U.S. port of entry. His operating privileges were suspended for 90 days. SPEEDING Massena, NY - Barry M. Montour, 50, of Hogansburg, was ticketed by MassenaVillage police on Saturday for speed in zone at 10:47 a.m. on East Hatfield Street. FORGERY Canton, NY - Jonathan Burwell, 22, of Hogansburg, was...
The Senior Center was the place to be Saturday afternoon thanks to Dr. Brad Nieder of Denver, Colorado, and the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Office of the Aging Caregiver’s Program. Dr. Nieder, a board certified general practitioner, now practices making people laugh for a living. He travels throughout the United States sharing his advice and humor on how laughter can make your life better socially, mentally, emotionally and even physically. Young and old had the joy of hearing his uplifting mes...
On Friday, the St. Regis Mohawk School had its Student Achievement Assembly for the month of November to recognize students that showed excellence with the trait “Respect.” Three students from each grade were chosen by classroom and special area teachers on not only respect, but also exemplifying the schools motto: Sken:nen Ratiha:wi. Principle Thomas emceed the event. The assembly also had a special guest from SUNY Plattsburg, a current graduate student Michelle Bailey, who spoke to stu...
On Sunday, December 9, the Kids in the Kitchen event was held at the Snye Recreation Hall. Kids and parents were invited to make pumpkin rolls and gingerbread houses and got to take them home when they were finished. The event runs from 1pm-3pm, but will usually go later. If people arrived late, they could finish their projects before they leave. The event was free to all and those who attended were treated to a lunch of goulash, and refreshments were served. The event originally started with...
On Sunday, C.A.T.S. Spay and Neuter held a benefit at the Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club. People were encouraged to come down and have pictures of their favorite pets taken together with Santa Claus and themselves, and a photo was generated on the spot. The photos’ cost and proceeds went to fund C.A.T.S., or Cats Are Treated Sensibly. C.A.T.S. is a free program to get cats from the Akwesasne and Fort Covington areas spayed and neutered. Originally started by Jean Laffin and Lois Lancette, C...
Dear Dr. Per Cap: I’ve been stung with some charges to my bank account for occasionally spending more than I have in the account. These “overdraft” costs really foul me up. How can I avoid overspending my checking account so I don’t get charged these extra fees? ~ Signed, Dinged Dear Dinged: I remember once when I was younger I wrote a check for an ice cream cone - $1.75. I still remember that number because my check bounced and I had a $30 overdraft fee. $31.37 for an ice cream cone - no ice cr...
Submitted by Connie Gerow, 4-H Tribal Mentoring Coordinator Salmon River Central School was the site for the annual 4-H Achievement Night that was held on Friday, November 9. Over 100 4-H members and their families attended this event that recognizes 4-H clubs and youth who have gone above and beyond the normal 4-H activities and events. Prior to the awards ceremony, interested youth and leaders participated in a balsam “Wreath Making Workshop” presented by 4-H Program Assistant, Mrs. Diane Dum...
Santa rode in on his sleigh and stopped at Twin Leaf this past weekend. Lucky kids who stopped in with their parents had a chance to sit on Santa’s lap and tell him what they wished for Christmas. Each child also had the opportunity to have their photo taken with Santa and the photo will be mailed to their home this week. If you and your child missed Santa this weekend, Santa also has plans to visit Twin Leaf Diner in Fort Covington this Saturday from 10 to 1pm.....
On Friday, Iakhihsohtha Home for the Elderly hosted students from the Kanatakon School in the Skawatsira Program for a Santa Hat Strut. Students wore hats of all shapes and sizes and were judged in the categories of prettiest, most festive and homemade. Iakhihsohtha and the Kanatakon School are in a program called Linking Generations and Iakhihsohtha residents have visited the school already, but this was the first time students visited Iakhihsohtha. Teachers Tekahionhake Peters and Leona...
Last Wednesday, the St. Regis Mohawk School hosted Cookies and Crafts with Santa. At least 138 kids were signed in along with their families. Children had the opportunity to make all sorts of crafts, with some 15 tables set up with various activities like writing a letter to Santa, making gingerbread houses, wrapping boxes, and decorating their own giant sugar cookies. The crafts ranged in difficulty to suit the range of ages at the event. Jreck Subs and Twin Leaf donated the cookie dough and th...
On Tuesday, December 11, the Pre-K and Kindergarten classes at the St. Regis Mohawk School put on their holiday concert. The concert was led by Justin Haan and Warren Potter. The Pre-Kindergarten performed “Where is Santa?” first, followed by “Gingerbread Man,” “Jingle Bells,” “Two Little Candy Canes,” and ended their performance with “The Lights on the Tree.” The Kindergarten Classes performed next directed by Justin Haan and Warren Potter. The kindergarteners performed “Christmas a Come,...
VA AND INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE ANNOUNCE NATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WASHINGTON--December 6, 2012--American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans will soon have increased access to health care services closer to home following a recent Department of Veterans Affairs and Indian Health Service (IHS) joint national agreement. As a result of the national agreement, VA is now able to reimburse the IHS for direct care services provided to eligible American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans. While the national agreement applies only to VA and IHS, it wi...
Mrs. McGregor’s Kindergarten class participated in the Macy’s Believe Campaign. Each student wrote a letter to Santa. Theresa Bush wrote this letter and she introduced herself, greeted Santa and told him what she’d like!...
Left to right: Richard David, Dave Sunday, Mike Sunday Aboard the Ironside, which was used at times by the HAVFD to answer calls on the waters of Akwesasne. Picture taken around the late 70’s. Photo was taken by the late James E. Lazore 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...
Division: Compliance Department Salary: $34,361.60 – 62,171.20 13-1041 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 21, 2012 Description of Position: The Compliance Inspector will ensure licensed businesses are in compliance with applicable laws such as the following; The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Tobacco Ordinance, Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, Petroleum Ordinance, Mass Gathering Ordinance and the Department of Athletic Regulations. Qualifications: Associate’s degree in a related field or 3 years related work experience and...
Division: DSS, Three Sisters Program Salary: $36,108.80 -51,022.40 11-9151 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 21, 2012 Description of Position: In accordance with the elements of competence established for individual Programs within the Social Services Division, the Program Manager is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, continuation, monitoring and improvement of the Three Sisters Program of the Social Services Division, in support of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe’s organizational mission and goals. Qu...
Division: CSD, Family Support Salary: $17,680 – 36,108.80 21-1093 Status: Full-time & Per Diem, Non-Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 21, 2012 Description of Position: Assist adults and children with developmental disabilities complete activities of daily living at the person’s home or in a daytime non-residential facility. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe...
Division: Environment, Water Resource Program Salary: $23,150.40 – 51,022.40 19-4091 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 21, 2012 Description of Position: Under the direction of the program manager the Environmental Protection Technician (EPT) collects and analyzes data for the protection and management of Tribal water resources. Qualifications: BA/BS in Natural Resources or related field; proficiency with Microsoft Excel; ability to lift gear and carry equipment over uneven terrain required, and some overnight tr...
