A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Akwesasne caught Olympic fever this week and on Monday hundreds of people gathered at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena on Kawehno:ke (Cornwall Island) where the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay made a stop. Michael Benedict Jr. and Erin Seymour were named the official Akwesasne torchbearers and Benedict carried the flame to the arena amid cheers and applause from the hundreds of community members who made a path for the flame to be carried. After a few traditional words by Iothore Howard Thompson, condoled chi...
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The St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Council announced Saturday that they plan to raise cigarette fees they impose at tribally licensed businesses. Chief Mark Garrow said the $2 increase will apply “across the board” to both national and local brands and that money from the increase will be used solely to fund additional health care needs at the tribe. “As much as I hate to raise fees, the need is greater,” Chief Garrow said. The announcement was made at the monthly tribal meeting. At the same meeting, Debbie Martin, Director of Health Services gave a...
An Akwesasne man wanted in connection with the robbery and murder of 31-year-old Daniel Simonds last year has been arrested and remains in custody. Derek Cook, 29 of Racquette Point, Akwesasne had been on the run since July of 2008 when federal officials issued an indictment that named him and several others for their alleged roles in the incident. Cook and six other men are accused of plotting to rob Simonds of marijuana and money at his Stockholm, NY home on May 13, 2008. At some point during the alleged robbery, Simonds received one gunshot...
Akwesasne’s newest sports store is now open for business, offering a variety of lacrosse and hockey equipment. T-19 Sports is located to AK Gas on Route 37 at the east end of the territory. Owners Tisha and Christian Thompson opened the store after years of pressure from their children, who all play sports. “It’s just a big part of our life so we decided to open up a store,” Tisha Thompson said. “They’ve just been begging us for a while.” The Thompsons’ decided to name the store T-19 Sports in h...
AKWESASNE - Mrs. Karen Ann Terrance, 65, of 34 Laughing Road, Racquette Point, unexpectedly passed away on Monday afternoon, December 14, 2009 at Massena Memorial Hospital, where she had been admitted on Saturday evening. She was born July 14, 1944 in Syracuse, the daughter of George Sr. and Christine Herne Bigtree. She attended St. Regis Mohawk and Salmon River Central School. She married Gilbert J. Terrance on November 18, 1961 at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Jacobs,...
ROOSEVELTOWN - Miss Karen Lee Hemlock, age 53, of Sweet Flag Estates, unexpectedly passed away on Monday evening, December 14, 2009 at Massena Memorial Hospital. She was born November 16, 1956 in Massena, the daughter of Peter Enos and Ruth M. Lamendola Hemlock. She attended schools in St. Regis Village and at Kinsman in Cornwall, Ontario. She worked for North Star Industries in Malone. She was a communicant of St. Regis Catholic Church, where she was a former member of the Altar and Rosary...
It’s been one year that you’ve been gone and we think of you all the time. We miss you & love you. Love, Carolyn, John Francis & Family And your loving wife Selena...
Wonderful memories woven in gold, There is a picture I tenderly hold. Deep in my Heart, a memory is kept To love, to cherish, to never forget. Miss & Love You and Merry Christmas, from Your Wife Also in memory of Bonzo, Tricia and Cody, Merry Christmas In Loving Memory of our DAD, GRANDFATHER, GREAT-GRANDFATHER JOSEPH “JIGGY” SUNDAY December 21, 1997 Christmas is here, And sad regret. Deep in our hearts, Your memory is kept. With silent thoughts, And tears unseen. We wish your absence, Was onl...
Niawen, On behalf of the Snye Recreation Committee I would like to thank all the community members and members of the surrounding areas for making this year’s Christmas Enchantment our most successful yet! We are grateful for your continued support. We would also like to thank all the volunteers who helped with the Santa’s workshop, Mohawk Auction, Ticket Sellers and last but not least the hard working volunteers in the kitchen who always serve up delicious meals. To all the community members, organizations and businesses who donated tre...
Thank You Akwesasne, Community Health would like send out a huge “THANK YOU” to the community for participating in our World AIDS Day contest, and to CKON radio for the terrific job promoting the contest. This event was held to raise awareness and to inform residents of this communicable disease. We were very pleased to see so many names in the boxes, and handed out a total of forty prizes to community members. We look forward to hearing from you in 2010. Again “Thank You Akwesasne.” List of lucky winners: Audrey Bush- Gym certificate Barbara...
On December 2nd at 3:30 Am Maisie Shenandoah, the Wolf Clanmother of the Oneida Nation, breathed her last and passed into the spirit world. She had been selected by her clan as a kontiianehson in 1977 when the Oneidas were beginning to return to their ancestral homelands and eager to restore a traditional council. They knew the first step was to find a female leader, one who exhibited qualities which have long been honored by the Haudenosaunee: honesty, humility, generosity, kindness, wisdom and patience all wrapped up in a blanket of humor....
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to you and the committee for the invitation of the St. Regis Mohawk School to the Olympic Torch Relay Celebration held at the Anowarakowa Arena on Monday, December 14, 2009. It truly was a once in a lifetime opportunity for our students. All of our students, from Pre-kindergarten to Grade 6 were transported to the event. It was very well organized and enjoyed by all. It was heartwarming to see students from the various schools in Akwesasne being a part of history. As educators, we guide our...
The Seniors Center held their annual Christmas party on Dec. 11. The event was well attended with over 115 people. All were treated to an elegant and delicious meal of prime rib, baked potatoes, squash, and cake made by the wonderful cooks of the Seniors Center. Entertainment was provided by the Mohawk Singers and the River Mohawks had people dancing through the night. “Everyone had smiles on their faces and thought the dinner was delicious!” said Tina Tarbell, activities coordinator. As a spe...
The Hotinohnson:ni Cultural Youth Group along with the Ronathahon:ni Cultural Center are proud to present their cultural presentation “Expressions”, a show that includes our Future local youth under thirteen years of age along with the intensity of drama in three plays: “How the Strawberry Became”, “Sky Woman”, and the “Three Sisters”. Then feel the energy when they perform traditional, fancy, jingle, smoke and hoop dancing and many songs. Also included in our program are a couple of songs...
“The Wrestling Season” came to Salmon River Central School for an hour-long presentation that the SUNY Potsdam Youth Touring Ensemble presented to students in grades 9-12 on November 30th. Using only a wrestling mat as a prop, eight students struggle with the powers of rumors and how others see them. Salmon students were given time at the end to ask their own questions of the actors and actresses. Personal questions were asked of the actors and actresses afterwards with even more questions of...
The St. Regis Mohawk School held their annual band and chorus winter concert for parents, friends, and family on Dec. 10. The band was directed by Mr. Justin Hahn and they were dressed festive in matching Santa Claus hats. They played 3 beautiful Christmas carols: “First Christmas March,” “Jolly Old St. Nicholas,” and “We Wish you a Merry Christmas.” The chorus was directed by Mrs. Karen Goodman and they sang 5 fun and beautiful songs: “A Time for Peace,” “The Little Snowflake,” “List...
The Mountain of Toys annual fundraiser was held on Dec. 11 all day from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. at the Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department Station One. Sesir Herne and her many devoted volunteers have been working extremely hard for the past four months to bring an exciting and memorable Christmas to many families in Akwesasne and other surrounding communities. The event is the group’s major donation day with hundreds of people coming in for breakfast and lunch, dropping off donations, a...
Submitted by D. O’Connell On Friday, December 11th, the students of the month for November enjoyed a pizza lunch with the principal in the library. Attached is a photo of Tsi Snaihne School’s students of the month with principal, Anna Delormiere. Congratulations to all the children for their hard work throughout the month of November. Keep up the good work! They are: Front Row (L-R): Ashton Herne McDonald, Rariwaiens McDonald, Anna Delormiere (Principal), Kahionhatakie Cook, Hope Thompson, Kah...
FINAL Top 10 Team Rankings 1st place - Chunky Monkeys 2nd place - Mountains of Mass 3rd place - 3 Queens 4th place - Hearts 5th place - Heavyweights 6th place - Cupcakes 7th place - Chubby Chicks 8th place - Big & Chunky 9th place - Ranbo 10th place - East End Islanders The full listing is posted outside Community Health Program at Kanonhkwatsheri:io, and at the Island Clinic. Top 3 Men were: Carson Mitchell, Kevin Buckshot & John Bay Top 3 Women were: Marion White, Rhonda Adams & Clarissa Jacobs The top 3 teams & Individuals can pick up their...
A former St. Regis Mohawk Tribe chief was arrested Saturday night when police allegedly found him to be in possession of 23 lbs. of marijuana. State police said Phillip H. Tarbell, age 67 of Route 37, Hogansburg was traveling on Route 11 in the town of Adams when he was stopped by police for undisclosed reasons. Police then discovered that Tarbell was in possession of a large quantity of marijuana. Tarbell was arraigned in the town of LeRay and remanded to the Metro-Jefferson Public Safety building where he was later released on $1,500 bail....
On November 30th, the Salmon River Parent Teacher Organization welcomed guest speaker, Theresa Gardner, FNP Outreach Director of the St. Regis Mohawk Health Services to come into our elementary school and present a workshop on H1N1 and basic first aid. Mrs. Gardner discussed the importance of the vaccination in young children and answered many questions about the virus before delving into first aid. She has had many years of experience in the health care and shared it with the parents in...
If you are looking for the perfect gift, or for a place to escape from the stress of the holiday season, you are sure to find it at Simply You Wellness Spa located at 211 ½ East Orvis Street in Massena, NY. Simply You Wellness Spa offers a variety of rejuvenating services in a relaxing environment. Shelly Chilton is an esthetician with 8 years experience and has been the owner of the spa for 3. Among the spa staff include hair stylist Stacy Arquiett, cosmetologist Angie Frost, and Cubby...
During the holidays it is sometimes hard not to have a couple of drinks and then over indulge in some of those holiday treats. Although weight gain cannot be completely avoided after the ingestion of processed foods and alcohol, there are some little tricks that can minimize the damage. One strategy would be to keep well hydrated. Drink half your body weight in ounces of clean spring water daily. Try to consume the water in-between meals, as excess liquid consumption during meals can disrupt proper digestion. This can lead to a host of...
