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Articles from the December 19, 2024 edition


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  • Orenrehkowa Roiane Iothore – Howard Thompson Responds to Recent Events

    Dec 19, 2024

    In an exclusive press release, Orenrehkowa Roiane Iothore – Howard Thompson responds to the recent events which have taken place at meetings and at the Nation Office. Orenrehkowa Roiane Iothore – Howard Thompson stated, "It should be clear that all decisions, final agreements, settlement packages would need the consent of Council. I was given this mandate some years ago and updates were sent to Council, even though some Chiefs refused to attend the leadership meeting to receive those upd...

  • Statements from Mohawk Nation

    Dec 19, 2024

    The press release issued on December 12, 2024 by members of the Mohawk Nation Council and printed in its entirety reflects their beliefs and not necessarily those of the Indian Time Newspaper....

  • MCA's History of the Land Claims

    Dec 19, 2024

    MCA's History of the Land Claims...

  • MCA's History of the Land Claims - Part 2

    Dec 19, 2024

    Here are additional pictures....

  • MCA's History of the Land Claims - Part 3

    Dec 19, 2024

    Here are additional pictures....

  • As we publish the last issue of Indian Time

    Dec 19, 2024

    This photo illustrates Indian Time Newspaper's first issue published on July 1, 1983. On the cover is Ernie Mitchell – former extraordinaire lacrosse goalie. As we publish the last issue of Indian Time, we look back at former stories and where we are at right now and how they relate to present day. I'd like to thank every past and present Indian Time staff member. For the past twelve years, I woke up and I was excited to go to work. I enjoyed the people I worked with and the many people I was in...

  • A Claus for Celebration at Tsiionkwanonhso:te

    Dec 19, 2024

    Ho ho ho! The residents of the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care Facility (LTC) had a jolly good time with a special visit from none other than Santa and Mrs. Claus! Their guest appearance was a huge hit with the Totas, spreading joy and cheer all around. Santa and Mrs. Claus came bearing gifts and treats for everyone. Each resident received a cuddly stuffed plushy and candy canes, making the day extra sweet. The smiles and laughter were endless as both residents and staff enjoyed every magical...

  • Indian Time Newspaper and the Akwesasne Freedom School

    Dec 19, 2024

    By Friends of Akwesasne Fredom School We are sad that this will be the last issue of the Indian Time newspaper after 42 years, beginning in 1983. What an achievement! Indian Time, CKON, and the Akwesasne Freedom School were all born around the same time, and all on shoestring budgets. Each has become very important to our community as they have taught us about who we are as a people and helped share our beautiful community far and wide. For 45 years, the Akwesasne Freedom School has been a...

  • Thompson Indicted on Felony Charge from May Protest

    Andy Gardner|Dec 19, 2024

    By Andy Gardner. CANTON – A grand jury handed up an indictment against the Akwesasne land claim protester who started digging a hole with a backhoe during the May 21 demonstration. Larry V. Thompson, 70, of Akwesasne was indicted for one felony count of second-degree criminal mischief during a Dec. 5 grand jury session. He is scheduled to be arraigned on the charge on Dec. 18 at 1:30 p.m. in St. Lawrence County Court. Thompson along with six others and a journalist were all arrested during the p...

  • In Memorial

    Dec 19, 2024

    Indian Time Newspaper would like to acknowledge and remember the invaluable contributions made by Indian Time staff members who have passed on...Helen Cook-Lazore, Mark Narsissian, Joe Barnes, Salli Benedict, Jann Day and those of whom we haven't mention - they will always hold a cherished spot in our hearts and in our memories forever....

  • Tota News

    Dec 19, 2024

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30 am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL - Club dues for 2025: You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Dec. 20th-Debbie Cooke Dec. 21st-Ward Cook Dec. 23rd-Bernie Hamelin, Cecelia (Sesi) King Dec. 24th-Minerva White, D. Bob Herne & Judy Printup Dec.... Full story

  • Film and Demo Night

    Dec 19, 2024

    SDSG Greens invite you, your family and friends to join them for this short film, some conversation and a demo that will assist us all to help each other, our living planet and our future generations. A film narrated by Woody Harrelson, “Kiss the Ground,” on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm. At the Cornwall Public Library, Upstairs Meeting Room, 45 Second St. E. Cornwall, ON...

  • Niawen

    Dec 19, 2024

    To the People of Akwesasne, In November, I was presented with the Department of National Defense’s Deputy Minister/Chief of the Defense Staff Excellence in Defense Award for Employment Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Reconciliation. This award would not have been possible without the incredible ongoing support that I have received from the people of Akwesasne. In my humble opinion, we share this award. You helped me learn about the Mohawk culture and about the community of Akwesasne. You patiently answered my many questions, freely offered you...

  • On behalf of Team CKON and the Akwesasne Communication Society Board of Commissioners

    Dec 19, 2024

    On behalf of Team CKON and the Akwesasne Communication Society Board of Commissioners, Niawen Kowa to all of the current and former employees of the Indian Time Newspaper that have helped document the happenings in Akwesasne and across Turtle Island weekly for over four decades. The time has come…Technology and the constantly changing media landscape have taken away the opportunity to hold an actual newspaper in your hand and that now includes our community’s newspaper. We encourage people to pullout those old newspapers and clippings from yes...

  • My gratitude to all

    Dec 19, 2024

    My gratitude to all Randy Jock-Reidy would like to DEEPLY thank all the businesses in Akwesasne and areas around us who kept me and Indian Time going through all these years. I will miss all my advertising clients who became good friends for all my 25+ years. I also personally thank Joyce who introduced me to the paper and to my former co-worker, friend, and good listener Debbie, and all my co-workers past and present. We experienced much together. Forever in my heart…..Niawenkowa!...

  • The Mohawk Nation Roiane of the Wolf Clan Chief Brian Skidders

    Dec 19, 2024

    AKWESASNE OCTOBER 17, 2002 – As difficult as it was, this condoled Chief of the Mohawk Nation, Tekanatsiasere, Brian Skidders, was a family man. He married Margie Skidders in a traditional ceremony at the old Mohawk Nation Longhouse. They had four children. Brian was a proud of his family and very serious about having a family that lived according to the ways pf the Haudenosaunee. His duties as a Chief, a husband and a father were done with deliberations and conviction. In May 2000, Tekanatsiasere became a condoled Chief for the Mohawk N...

  • Cornwall, Surrounding Communities Hosting World Junior Championship Exhibition Games This Month

    Andy Gardner|Dec 19, 2024

    By Andy Gardner. DECEMBER 19, 2024 CORNWALL – The city will host two exhibition games for the upcoming 2025 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Championship. Cornwall is one of seven communities to host exhibition games from December 19 to 23. In total, 11 games will be played throughout Eastern Ontario on the road to the world juniors tournament. Cornwall will be hosting two exhibition games at the Cornwall Civic Complex. On Friday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., Finland will be t...

  • Ernie Benedict in Maniwaki birch bark canoe in Rainbow Lake Adirondacks. Approx. 1941

    Dec 19, 2024

    Ernie Benedict in Maniwaki birch bark canoe in Rainbow Lake Adirondacks. Approx. 1941...

  • Headlines Over the Years 1983 to 2024

    Dec 19, 2024

    21 Vol. 1 #1, July 1983 (Photo of Ernie) The Wolf Pack – Akwesasne’s New Running Club Kahnawake Mohawks and The Cornwall Island Thunderbirds Barnhart Island* Hogansburg Volunteer Firemen’s Field Day off to a Rainy Start Movies playing in 1983: National Lampoon Vacation, The Outsiders, Scarface 1990 Vol. 8 #1, January 12, 1990 Akwesasne Mohawk Nation – Mohawk Nation Position Paper MSSF (Mohawk Sovereignty Security Force) Statements Challenges by Onondaga Chiefs Mid-Winter Ceremonies, January 31, 1990 Kahnawake Protest to Governor General...

  • Community Gather on Grasse River Cleanup

    Kaniethonkie|Dec 19, 2024

    By Kaniethonkie. AKWESASNE – NOVEMBER 01, 2012 – The Akwesasne Task Force on the Environment and the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Council’s Environment Division hosted a community gathering to share information on the Proposed Environmental Protection Agency’s Grasse River Remediation. This meeting was held on Sunday, October 28, 2012, at the St. Regis Mohawk School Multipurpose room as part of EPA’s public participation responsibilities under Section 117(a) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act of 1980. Thi...

  • CKON Celebrates 40 Years!

    Dec 19, 2024

    AKWESASNE – OCTOBER 03, 2024 – CKON just celebrated 40 years of service to the community of Akwesasne and surrounding communities. And CKON radio announcer, managing director and local celebrity has been on the air for 34 of those! On Saturday, September 29, 2024, CKON held a huge birthday bash celebration at the Saint Regis Recreation Center – complete with cake, several bands, and tons of food – all free for anyone attending. The celebration was well attended by CKON fans – and who isn’t a fan of CKON – from across the North Country – and sou...

  • Coalition Sues EPA Over Weak Regulation of Toxic Flame Retardant Found in Black Plastic Kitchen Utensils

    Dec 19, 2024

    By Zahra Ahmad. [email protected] SAN FRANCISCO – Earthjustice, representing the Yurok Tribe, Alaska Community Action on Toxics, the Center for Environmental Transformation, and the Consumer Federation of America, filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) challenging its 2024 rule on decaBDE, a toxic flame retardant linked to cancer, reproductive issues, and harm to children’s brain development. DecaBDE is also highly toxic to salmon and other wildlife. The EPA is not adequately regulating this highly toxic che...

  • Highlights of the Government's Tax Break for Canadians & the New Working Canadians Benefit

    Dec 19, 2024

    DECEMBER 19, 2024 The government can’t set prices at checkout, but Canadian government can give Canadians more money in their pockets – to help them afford the things they need and save for the things they want. On Sunday, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, met with Canadians to highlight the government’s plan to put more money in Canadians’ pockets. As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on November 21, starting December 14, they are giving a tax break to all Canadians. With a GST/HST exemption across the cou...

  • A Historic Water Rights Settlement Will Finally Bring Water to the Navajo Nation

    Dec 19, 2024

    DECEMBER 19, 2024 ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: After decades of negotiations, a major water rights settlement may finally bring water to people of the Navajo Nation in Utah. Nearly a third of tribal residents still don’t have running water in their homes. The settlement could also open the door to restoring Navajo agricultural traditions. David Condos of member station KUER reports. DAVID CONDOS, BYLINE: The banks of the San Juan River create a green ribbon through southeast Utah Red Rock country. It’s an area Navajo tribal member Mark Maryboy knows wel...

  • Midwinter Ceremonies

    Dec 19, 2024

    The Midwinter Ceremonies are set to take place at the Mohawk Nation Longhouse on 5 sleeps after the new moon. Before then, the Big Heads (Rotinontsistowanon) will be bundled by the Chiefs, Clanmothers and Faithkeepers. The Big Heads will be instructed to travel about the community and bring medicine into the homes. The Big Heads will sing their song into your home and tell how they have been given the duty by their leadership to take your work away from you so that you can focus your attention on the ceremonies that will happen. The Big Heads w...

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