A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Name: Kane Aodan Dunn Born: July 23, 2018 Weight: 8 lbs. 1.2 oz Parents: William and Marlee Dunn Siblings: Coralee, Sibell, Conner Grandparents: Steve and Lee Ann Jock, Marsha Dunn, Elmer Dunn...
Name: Kole Richards Lazore Born: October 1, 2018 Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. Length: 20 inches Mother: Kayla Cook Father: Ric Lazore Maternal Grandparents: Sally Smoke, Stanley Cook Paternal Grandparents: the late Lori Martin, Thomas "Prey" Lazore...
Students from the Salmon River Central School Sources of Strength Program were at CKON Radio on Monday, December 17, 2018. They recorded two public service announcements about suicide prevention that will air on the radio funded by an ACDP Native Connections grant. L-R: Katelin Griffin, Jazzy Dunn, Morgan Arquette, Morgan Phelix and Jillian Benedict....
Submitted by Lynda Brown...
As the year winds to a close, TAUNY is raising funds to support 2019 activity. “Donations from individuals and businesses made a lot of great things happen in 2018. Year-end gifts of any size will help us get off to a good start on a new year,” says Executive Director Jill Breit, “Operating The TAUNY Center as a community space and offering dozens of high-quality programs each year is only possible with the help of many, who contribute financially and volunteer their time. As we ask for gifts this time of year, we also want to sincerely thank e...
By Mahlon Smoke Kawehno:ke Recreation Center - Around Christmas time, when its blistering cold outside and the roads are slick, it's good for a community to come together for some great food, family, and maybe a visit from Santa. Thanks to both the Mohawk Government and Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Chiefs, they served a large turkey dinner with freshly made hash, stuffing, and plenty of sides and festive desserts for families to enjoy. When entering the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center they were met...
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This newspaper clipping was submitted to us by Herbi Tatro (Francis). Her grandmother Jean Herne had saved it. We went back and forth on whether to publish the caption. We decided to publish it to show that, though much more work needs to be done for Native American/Aboriginal rights, it has at least come a far way from this. Niawen for sharing this with our readers Herbi! 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...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police: On Dec. 8, police issued speeding citations to Kenneth W. Park, 32, of Fort Covington (allegedly 58-35 mph zone); Asia Y. Arquette, 31, of Hogansburg (allegedly 52-35 mph zone); Richard N. Durham, 58, of (allegedly 55-35 mph zone). Tickets are returnable to Tribal Court on Jan. 7. On Dec. 9, police charged Eileen M. Fregoe, 54, of Brasher Falls (allegedly 54-35 mph zone). Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on Jan. 7. On Dec. 10, police charged Jake F. Dumas, 28, of Massena with operate motor vehicle causing...
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018 - 12:10 PM - Offered for: Scott and David Thomas, Memorial Mass, from the funeral collection. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2018 - 4:00 PM - Offered for: Laura McDonald, First Anniversary Memorial Mass, from the funeral collection. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2018 - 10:00 AM - Offered for: George Lafrance, Birthday Memorial Mass, and parents Peter and Elizabeth, requested by Cecelia Lafrance. MONDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2018 - 6:00PM - CHILDREN’S NATIVITY MASS - Offered for: Christie Thompson, Memorial Mass, requested by Joyce Latulipe. M...
STOP Program Community Health Program Our smoking cessation program offers counseling support and Nicotine Replacement Therapy (patch, gum, inhaler, lozenge, spray) at no cost to clients who want to quit smoking. Please contact the Community Health Program for more information: 613-575-2341 ext. 3220....
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Dec. 21st-Dawn Boice & Ward Cook Dec. 22nd-Ernest Samphier Dec. 23rd-Judith Vankennan, & Judith Printup Dec. 24th-Minerva White Dec. 25th-Patricia Cameron & Mabel White Dec. 26th-Selena Smoke & Ellen Planty Dec. 27th-Katherine Foley Dec. 28th-Brenda LaFrance Dec. 29th-Gloria Lazore & Charlene Spieler Dec. 30th-Lawrence Cook Dec. 31st-Jerry J. Thompson & Mary O. Burnham Events: Dec. 20th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Shopping-1:00; Alzheimer’s Support Group-11:00; Kanien’keha Class... Full story
Bake time 10-12 minutes Yields 60 cookies Ingredients 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) margarine 2 cups flour 3/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cup finely chopped candied red or green cherries 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans 3/4 cup coconut Directions 1. Beat margarine with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. 2. Add about half the flour, also add sugar, milk, and vanilla. 3. Beat till thoroughly combined. 4. Stir in remaining flour, cherries and pecans. 5. Shape into 8-inch long rolls. 6. Roll in coconut. 7. Wrap...
The DEADLINE to order a Green Food Bag for the month of JANUARY is Friday, JANUARY 4th, 2019 by 3:00 pm. All you need to do is stop in at the Community Health Office at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io and pay $10.00 to place your order. It’s that simple! Please contact Carlee Oakes at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220 with any questions....
After receiving a lot of negative feedback on the Lucky Seven game played during radio bingo, CKON is going to remove Game #6 – the Lucky Seven game, from the game lineup effective January 1, 2019. In order to accommodate this request, Game #6 will be removed and games #1 through #5 will be moved up. A regular bingo game will become the new Game #1. This regular bingo will include using the free space to make a regular bingo win. The committee is mindful of how long it takes for a radio bingo game to be played and the Lucky Seven game was t...
The A’nowara’ko:wa Arena would like to inform the community that Rock & Skate has been suspended until further notice. Rock & Skate was created to provide a safe haven for youth and to promote activities, but due to recent violations of rules/regulations, the health and safety of participants may have been compromised. Staff will be researching and implementing different procedures to ensure the health and safety of all who attend events held at the arena. Nia:wen....
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...
MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE BY ELECTION/ KAWEHNOKE OFFICIAL NOMINATION RESULTS: Donna Delormier Dennis Chaussi Robert White Rosemary Square Victor Martin Allie Oakes-McCumber Vanessa Adams Lloyd Benedict, Sr. Fawn R. Cole-Leaf A By-Election for the District of Kawehnoke, for one (1) District Chief will be held on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at the Kawehnoke Recreation Center from 9am to 5pm. Advance polls will be held on December 11, 2018 and December 18, 2018 by appointment only. Please call Leona Benedict Chief Electoral Officer at...
A petition to be named Executor in the Estate of Thelbert Bigtree, late of Akwesasne, NY has been filed by Sharla Burns in the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is hereby given to all heirs and beneficiaries who may wish to object to the validity of Thelbert Bigtree’s will or the appointment of Sharla Burns as Executor. Objections must be filed with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by January 20, 2019. Notice is also hereby given to all potential creditors to the Estate of Thelbert Bigtree who may have an interest in said estate to pre...
Being held at the Mohawk Nation Longhouse 7PM - 1AM on December 31, 2018...
By Andy Gardner Massena and Salmon River had mixed results in tournaments and road games over the week of Dec. 10. After falling behind 2-1 in the first period on Friday, Dec. 14, Salmon River girls hockey team recovered with three unanswered goals and went on to beat hosts Alexandria Bay 4-2. Hannah Johnson paced the Shamrocks offense with two goals. Emma Ransom and Karli St. Ann also scored. Myranda Collette had two helpers. Kayla Cunningham, Brycelan Sunday, Rylee Garrow and Alexis Seymour had one assist each. Carli Cartier made 12 saves in...
1. Protect your computer: When accessing your financial accounts online, look for https (with an s after the http) in the website address to verify that it’s a secure address. 2. Use strong passwords: Use long phrases, or a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, as well as numbers and symbols when creating a new password. Don’t use your name, birthdate, or common words. Use a different password for each of your accounts. If possible, use two-factor authentication. 3. Use secure wireless networks: Always encrypt your wireless network wi...
By Andy Gardner Massena and Salmon River went head-to-head in boys and girls basketball with the Raiders taking a win in both games. On Thursday, Dec. 6, the Raiders and Shamrocks met at Fort Covington with the game narrowly going to Massena by a 59-52 final tally. The Raiders led 31-23 at the half and then went on to outscore Salmon 17-9 in the third and 19-12 in the fourth. Massena’s Tyler Bacon scored a team-high 21 points. Alex Rusaw tossed in 15 points, Chris McGregor scored eight points, Tyler McDonald six, Zach LaBarge five and Ryan H...
By Andy Gardner Salmon River senior forward Cameron Cartier was among the all-tournament team named at the conclusion of the Shamrocks' Boys Varsity Christmas Tournament hosted at Tom Cavanaugh Arena over the weekend of Dec. 14 and 15. The team also included tournament MVP Jack Randall from the Queensbury Spartans, and his teammates Brayden Ordway and Trevor Vogel. Also, on the all-tournament team were Liam Wojciechowski from Williamsville East and Ogdensburg's Jackson Troiano and Stephen...
By Derrick Lafrance Jadie Burns deflected a shot in for the Lady Devils last weekend, but they lost the game to Medical Arts Pharmacy 2-1. The Stars had a scheduled game but forfeited against Emard Brothers Lumber and the Akwesasne Wolves won their game on Olivia Cook's goal 1-0 over Elevation Fitness. Two weeks ago (December 9) the Stars defeated the Lady Devils 3-1 and the Wolves defeated Medical Arts Pharmacy 3-0. All games are played Sundays at the Benson Center in Cornwa...
