A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Submitted by Jamie Ross The Tota's and staff at Iakhihsohtha are getting busy decorating for the holidays! Several volunteers visited Iakhihsohtha on Sunday, Dec.7 to have some pizza and decorate the windows and doors for the Tota's. There are lots of doors and lots of Tota's... so we will have one more "Door Decorating" party on Sunday, December 14th at 1:00. If you have community service hours to fulfill for your school, team, or organization; consider joining us for the afternoon! Family...
Massena Central wrestling started their season this past Saturday at the Bill Anderson Memorial Tournament in Cicero, NY. Two of Massena's Red Raiders took home a championship: Hunter Perine at 160 and Nolan Terrance at 285. Both went 4-0 for the day. Photos submitted by Alexandra David. Nolan Terrance was named Wrestler of the Week by Central New York Wrestling online (CNYwrestling.com)....
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On Thursday, December 4, the Polar Express pulled into the station at the St. Regis Mohawk School under the direction of the Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment. The conductor was punching pajama wearing kids' tickets, which got them popcorn, drinks and a viewing of the movie "The Polar Express." The multipurpose room was filled with families spread out on blankets to enjoy the show. There were elves, the nutcracker, reindeer and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus....
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police Blotter Arrest warrant: On Dec. 3, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police arrested Abraham Lazore, 47, of Cornwall Island. He was turned over to the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Department for further prosecution. Harassment: On Dec. 2, Tribal Police ticketed Danielle N. Oakes, 41, of Hogansburg for second-degree harassment. She is to appear in Bombay Town Court on Dec. 30. Failure to use headlights with windshield wipers: On Dec. 1, Tribal Police ticketed Ralph J. Gollinger, 53, of Massena. He is to appear in Bombay T...
(Cornwall Island, Ontario) - The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service advises that the Post Mortem examination has been completed on Mr. Hopps, and they await the Toxicology and Pathologist’s Reports. The cause of death will not be released at this time. Chief of Police Jerry Swamp states that, “The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is requesting that the public respect the family’s need for privacy in this difficult time”. Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service officers arrested Rachel Bertha FENN, aged 39 years, of Summerstown, Ontario, and Christo...
WHEN: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2014 LOCATION: SENIORS CENTER, HOGANSBURG A FREE Traditional Meal will be served at 6:00 p.m. included turkey, roast beef, ham, meat pie, dressing, mashed potatoes, hash, salads & desserts Presentations will follow from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Presenters include: Dr. David O. Carpenter Sam Burn Georgia Brookes Julia Ravenscroft Edward Fitzgerald Ken Jock Lawrence Snell Joan Newman Bita Behforooz Gayl Morse Henry Lickers ALL ARE WELCOMED TO ATTEND!...
By Jennifer Herne, LVT Pet safety during the holidays is probably not on your mind, but here are a few things to keep in mind during this time of year. O Christmas Tree; make sure to securely anchor your tree so that is doesn't tip and fall causing possible injury to your pet and your home. If you use a real tree, any type of additive in the tree water could cause stomach upset if your pet sneaks a drink from the bottom of the tree. Got Tinsel? Kitties love sparkly tinsel. It's fun to bat...
To many people, basket making is an art, creating an involved and often elaborate piece of art from something as strong and unbending as a black ash hardwood tree. For Ann Mitchell, basket making is a form of art, but more so, basket making is her salvation. Ann comes from a long line of basket makers, her great grandmother Louise Barnes made baskets for a living, but had to hide this craft for fear of losing her benefits. The line jumped down to her mother, Laura Mitchell, who makes baskets, an...
On November 24th the Salmon River seventh grade STEM Team members became teachers as they invited members of the community to come to school and listen to presentations on trash pollution in the St. Lawrence River. The idea about the presentation came about as the students were reading a book called "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park. It is based on a true story alternating between the lives of a young girl and boy living in Sudan. The young girl travels two hours from her home to a pond...
Akwesasne, NY - Six years ago, President Obama held an historical event, the first ever White House Tribal Nations Conference. This conference has become an institution where Tribal leaders come together to work with the Administration to impact real change in Indian Country. Several hundred Tribal leaders and members of Congress were in attendance, and President Obama shared his commitment to ensuring the core principle that we are equal under the law. Representing the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe...
(December 05, 2014) The holiday season is here, and so are the scams. Watch out for fraudulent website offering “Letters from Santa.” Some of these sites promise a custom letter from the man at the North Pole but don’t deliver. How the Scam Works: You get an email selling a “Handwritten letter from Santa to Your Child.” It encourages you to make your child’s holiday by purchasing “Santa’s special package” for $19.99. You click on the link, and it takes you to a website. The site promises the special package contains an “official” nice-l...
San Carlos Apache Chairman Terry Rambler is asking the Senate not to vote on the annual National Defense Authorization Act until a provision that would allow a massive copper mining project on sacred land is removed. The House approved a bill on December 4 that gives 2,400 acres of sacred Apache land to a giant international mining corporation, then sent it to the Senate for a fast vote in a process that won’t allow amendments to be made. The land swap bill, called the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act of 2013 (H.R. 687), w...
She:kon Sewakwe:kon With the help from community members on December 4th, the formal Human Rights complaint was officially filed with the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal. On December 5th the issue was presented to the Iroquois Caucus. They were very supportive. I expect the word to spread throughout the Iroquois territory soon. On December 5th our lawyer also received a letter from the Honorable David Orzietti, Minister of Government and Consumer Services, stating that Alexandra Schmidt, Deputy Registrar General, will meet with us in January to...
For many people in Akwesasne, Christmas is the best time of the year. Yes, just like the song. But for others, it becomes an overrated, overpriced, way overstressed time of year where all finances are thrown out the window and you’re bogged down in debt in January. Why? Why put yourself through it? There are many places where you can find ideas to make your Christmas and your life simpler at this time of year and actually enjoy yourself. Check online, magazines; ask your friends and family how they make the holiday easier and more enjoyable. F...
The youngest is Matthew Jacobs, born in 1982. The eldest is Mary Back, born in October of 1893. At the time of the photo there were 2 in the first generation, 43 in the second generation, 31 in the third generation, 65 in the fourth generation and 40 in the fifth generation. Matthew is the one member of the sixth generation. Photo from Indian Time archives. 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 H...
The appointed Community Trustees for the Mohawks of Akwesasne Community Settlement Trust have been active since January 2014 in the development and implementation of the Ontario Power Generation and Kahwenoke Easter Brooke Settlement Trusts. As previously reported to the Community, the Trust Agreement was constituted on July 21st, 2014 as approved and signed by the MCA and the Community Trustees. We are pleased to provide a Progress Report on the activities of the Community Trustees in the preparation, development and implementation of the...
Division: Law Enforcement Salary: $48,568.00 – 112,590.40 33-1012 Status: Exempt, Full-time Deadline: Tsiothohrkó:wa /January 2, 2015 Description of Position: Responsible for policy development, control, supervision and program implementation of this Department and is accountable for the effective delivery of police services to the community of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. The goal of the Department is to serve the community of Akwesasne by reducing crime, protecting and serving community members and the territory while continuing co...
Division: Finance Salary: $45,094.40 – 70,387.20 13-2031 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Budget Analyst will play a critical role in the process improvement, budgeting, forecasting and development of the budget of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a business related field and at least four years’ experience in a position with budgeting experience; or equivalent amount of practical work experi...
Division: Social Services Salary: $26,852.80 – 49,774.40 21-1021 Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Under the direction of the Protective Supervisor, the incumbent will provide protective services on behalf of children and families in instances of abuse and/or neglect. The incumbent joins with families and the community to promote long-term safety and well-being. Demonstrated abilities will include assessing: safety; abuse/neglect; client strengths and capability; family functions; ca...
Division: Community & Family Services, Three Sisters Program Salary: $35,214.40 – 66,976.00 11-9151 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Responsible for the planning, development, implementation, continuation, monitoring, and improvement of the Three Sisters Program of the Community & Family Services (CFS) Division, in support of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s organizational mission and goals. Collaborates with the CFS Director in developing goals, attaining/allocating human and phys...
Division: Community & Family Services, Three Sisters Program Salary: $26,852.80 – 49,774.40 21-1021 Status: Full-time, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Responsible for advocating and supporting victims of family violence, also for carrying a multiple caseload, offering transportation to and from court, and offering support in domestic violence situations. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field and have knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence. Subject to the Back...
Division: ECDP Salary: $23,732.80-42,910.40 25-2011 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Responsible for providing children with a safe, comfortable environment enriched with a variety of hands on, age appropriate activities that meet best practice standards and enhance each child’s level of development. Qualifications: A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, or advanced degree and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education with a mi...
Division: Group Home Salary: $20,966.40 – 39,852.80 21-1093 Status: Per Diem, Non-exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Under the direct supervision of the Residential Manager, the Youth Worker is responsible for the safety, guidance, and well-being of all adolescent clients. Youth Workers will be responsible for a range of duties designed to assist each client through a behavior modification based program. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent with experience working with youth. Candidate mu...
Division: Broadband Salary: $27,518.40 – 52,312.00 15-1152 Status: Full-time, Exempt Deadline: Tsiothóhrha/December 26, 2014 Description of Position: Responsibilities include but are not limited to, building voice and data service packages through Calix and Momentum provisioning software to new and current customers both residential and business according to their requirements. Troubleshooting problems customers may be experiencing within the network due to equipment failures and user errors. Scheduling service trucks to roll to in...
