A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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By: Jaclyn Hall. The Trail of Truth, a 90-day horseback journey across the United States travelling all the way from San Francisco to Washington began August 4th. Led by the members of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe and Chairwoman Nijmeh, they arrived in Akwesasne late Saturday afternoon. Akwesasronon were made aware of the collectives upcoming arrival after a flyer made by Seven Dancers Coalition and Fishbear Studios was released to the community through social media. The flyer stated, "Our...
Democracy Forward read Project 2025's entire 900+ page "Mandate for Leadership" so that you don't have to. What they discovered was a systemic, ruthless plan to undermine the quality of life of millions of Americans, remove critical protections and dismantle programs for communities across the nation, and prioritize special interests and ideological extremism over people. From attacking overtime pay, student loans, and reproductive rights, to allowing more discrimination, pollution, and price...
KENDRICK, Idaho – Republican State Senator Dan Foreman 'angrily' told a Nez Perce candidate to "go back where you came from" during a bipartisan candidate forum this week, following a question about discrimination in the state raised by an audience member. Trish Carter-Goodheart, a Democratic candidate for Idaho's House District 6 and a member of the Nez Perce Tribe, reported that Republican Dan Foreman shouted at her after she addressed issues of discrimination and racism in Idaho. The i...
Clarence Woodhouse is known for his quiet demeanor, yet he has consistently insisted on one truth: he did not commit the crime he was accused of. This assertion was made to the judge during his trial 50 years ago, following charges related to the murder of a chef and father of two, who was killed in downtown Winnipeg in 1973. He stated his innocence to the jury that ultimately convicted him of fatally beating and stabbing Ting Fong Chan, 40, near a downtown construction site, resulting in a life sentence. On Thursday, Woodhouse reiterated his...
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 2024: You can mail your membership fee of $10.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box # 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Birthdays: Oct. 10th-Dwight Bero Oct. 11th-Marianne Loran & Marsha White Oct. 14th-Hilde Barnes & Joseph M. Herne Oct. 16th-Elda Cook, Gisela Herne & Patricia Herne... Full story
During most of the year, it's easy to walk past many of these places in St. Lawrence County without thinking of anything spooky. But if you're in the mood for something a bit haunted, the North Country has several great spots surrounded with intrigue, history, and legends. Here are some we've heard about, and links to learn more if you dare! The Claire House in Ogdensburg claire-house-haunted-bed-breakfast-ogdensburg-ny1 The Claire House B&B 709 Franklin St., Ogdensburg Once a church rectory...
Lahaina, HI – West Maui residents and their allies joined public health officials at the Lahaina Civic Center to discuss the future of nearshore pollution control and water recycling in the Lahaina area on Tuesday. The public hearing was hosted by the Hawai‘i Department of Health to receive public comments on the draft Clean Water Act permit for the Lahaina Wastewater Reclamation Facility. The proposed National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is the result of a 2020 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in favor of ocean adv...
There were between 5 million and 15 million Indigenous people living in North America in 1492. By the late 1800s, there were fewer than 238,000 left. The misnomer of “Age of Discovery” was really – centuries of genocide. Indigenous peoples populated the land now called the United States for more than 30,000 years before the arrival of Christopher Columbus, but most American schools teach that Columbus “discovered” America, despite the fact that he never set foot on its soil. The first documented observance of Columbus Day in the United St...
The residents of the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care facility recently took a trip to Marlin Orchards & Garden Centre! The Totas (grandparents) were able to see the orchard, look at all the amazing plants and flowers, and also make a stop in the gift shop before leaving for the day. Residents were able to choose a variety of any snacks and goodies they wanted. After their trip to the orchard, the elders and staff were treated to a charcuterie board, which consisted of all the snacks and...
AKWESASNE, NY (10/03/2024) AM Equipment LLC was recently honored as the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 2024 Growth Company of the Year. The award was presented to owner Andre White by New York SBDC State Director Sonya Smith at a reception on Thursday, September 26, in Akwesasne. White was selected from more than 23,000 SBDC clients served in 2023 by 22 centers across New York State for leading AME in exponential growth over the past two years. "Andre has taken advantage...
Blazing into rich hues of red and gold, the Raisin Region Conservation Authority's (RRCA) three Conservation Areas are providing plenty of picturesque hikes in eastern Ontario this fall. "We typically welcome over 100,000 visitors throughout the year at Cooper Marsh, Charlottenburgh Park, and Gray's Creek," says Lisa Van De Ligt, RRCA's Communications and Stewardship Team Lead. "Many make a point to visit in the fall as the trees start showcasing their autumn colors." Located along County Road 2...
A team of researchers at Clarkson University has conducted a successful field test of its innovative process to combat Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs). The team, led by Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Yang Yang, in collaboration with Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Co-Director of the Center of Excellence in Healthy Water Solutions Stefan Grimberg, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Siwen Wang, and Professor Emeritus Michael Twis...
ASSAULT Cornwall, ON – Kananakehneh Green, 33, of Cornwall, was arrested on Oct. 5, 2024, and charged with assault. It is alleged on Oct. 5, 2024, the man assaulted an individual at a Ninth Street East business. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. The man was located, taken into custody and charged accordingly. He was released to appear in court on Nov. 14, 2024. Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police On September 23, 2024, Theresa M. Fox, 58 of Akwesasne, was issued a Tribal Citation for Speeding. Fox was given a return court date t...
KAHNAWAKE – The Kanien’kehá:ka Onkwawén:na Raotitióhkwa (KOR) Language and Cultural Center recently closed their week long event of showcasing Onkwehon:we artist’s work, ranging from paintings, prints, beadwork, carvings, photographs, authors, and graphic designs at the Legion Main Hall in Kahnawake. Iontkahthóhtha’ Art Fair and Imaginative Film Festival featured movies screenings each evening, including; Starlight Sojourn Starbound, Follow, Ni Wapiten, Nishhkason Lex, pî-wiwik, Home, Whistl...
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) is participating in several key events to further its mission of being survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive in its efforts to educate the public and best support survivors. OPDV’s focus for this Domestic Violence Awareness Month is centered around financial abuse in the digital world. According to the National Network to End Domestic Violence, financial abuse occurs in 99% of domestic violence cases...
Submitted by: Canadian Mental Health Association Champlain East This year, Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) is happening on October 6 – 12. This is Canada's national campaign aimed at enhancing awareness of mental illness and substance use health, reducing related stigmas, and illuminating the real experiences of those affected. Did you know that the disease burden of mental illness and substance use in Ontario in 1.5x higher than all cancers put together (Centre for Addiction and Mental H...
VANCOUVER, BC – On Monday, October 7, 2024, the Supreme Court of British Columbia will begin hearing submissions on an application on behalf of British Columbia’s Indigenous child welfare survivors against Canada and the Province of British Columbia for systematically discriminating against Indigenous children in British Columbia. Canada and British Columbia strongly oppose the claim by the Indigenous child welfare survivors and ask the Court to strike it. The number of Indigenous children in state care in the past three decades eclipses the...
REGINA – The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) is partnering with Co-operators – through its philanthropic arm, Co-operators Community Funds – to transform the Indigenous student experience. Today, FNUniv announced that it is opening a Career Centre and Work-Integrated Learning Initiative that will connect Indigenous students with essential career development tools, education, and programming in a way that is aligned with their teachings and values. The Centre has the unique advantage of being designed, used, and managed by Indigenous...
WATERTOWN – The American Red Cross continues to work to restock critically needed blood products uncollected due to the ongoing impact of Hurricane Helene’s devastation in the Southeast. Donors outside of affected areas are encouraged to make an appointment to give now and help keep the blood supply stable in the weeks to come. Since making landfall, the storm and its aftermath have led to the cancellation of more than 100 blood drives, causing thousands of blood and platelet donations to go uncollected. For so many people living with urg...
SARANAC LAKE – North Country Community College will host two readings of the play "The Pathless Woods" by renowned playwright Karen Lewis. The performances will take place Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. in the Mills Mezzanine on the college's Malone campus, and Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. in Mulholland Hall S-19 on the Saranac Lake campus. They are free of charge and open to the public. Directed by Beth Glover, "The Pathless Woods" features Laura Farrell as Sarah and Tekonwenaharake (Ronni) S...
The Ogdensburg History Museum is excited to announce its upcoming Spooky Ogdensburg Children’s Program on October 12th at 11:30 am. The event will take place at the museum located at 206 Ford St and is free and open to the public. Retired Kindergarten teacher Nancy Wilson Mashaw will be leading the program, which is sure to be a fun and educational experience for children of all ages. The program will include interactive activities, games, and crafts that will teach children about the spooky history of Ogdensburg. All children must be a...
POTSDAM – SUNY Potsdam is proud to announce a new Bachelor of Science degree program in biomedical sciences, offering students a flexible new pathway to careers in medicine and healthcare. The new B.S. in Biomedical Sciences is designed to equip students with a strong academic foundation in both the natural and social sciences, while allowing them the flexibility to tailor their coursework to align with their specific career aspirations. The program is ideal for students pursuing advanced careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, a...
OTTAWA, ON – Individuals who have submitted a Claim Form for the Federal Indian Day School Settlement but have missing information must provide the required details by June 27, 2025, to ensure their Claim can be processed by the Administrator. The June 27, 2025, deadline applies to those who submitted a Claim Form or Extension Request Form by final claims deadline of January 13, 2023. The Administrator is not accepting new Claims. “Over 17,000 Claim Forms remain unprocessed because they were either unsigned, missing school details or other req...
Clarkson University’s Physician Assistant Studies Program is gearing up to host its annual Haunted Infirmary from Oct. 25 to 26. The Haunted Infirmary will run from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25 and 26, at the Clarkson Hall, 59 Main St. in Potsdam. Tickets for the event are $15 and proceeds support the Students Without Borders (SWOB) program and its annual mission trip to Nicaragua. Each year, the PA program sends second and third year PA students along with local health professionals to Nicaragua to provide m...
The St. Lawrence River Institute will be hosting the 31st Annual River Symposium this October 23rd to 25th. Over the last three decades, the River Symposium has provided a unique platform for researchers, educators, students, environmental professionals, policymakers, and members of the public to connect and share knowledge in support of freshwater ecosystem conservation and sustainable resource management. This year's theme, 'River Connections: Land, Water & Community,' will invite...
