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Canton, NY - Get ready for a vibrant weekend filled with art, history, and family fun from Oct. 4-6! Fall Family Weekend promises an array of engaging activities for all ages, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of our community. Friday, October 4: A Day of Crafting and Celebration Kick off the weekend at the Canton Farmer’s Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with Crafts & Cider Pressing hosted by the St. Lawrence County Center for History and Culture. Experience the charm of seasonal crafts and a live cider pressing demonstration using a t...
ALBANY, NEW YORK – Carey Terrance, Sr., age 43, of Hogansburg, New York, was sentenced yesterday to time served and to pay a $350,000 fine in connection with a scheme to smuggle cut rag tobacco into Canada from the United States. Cut rag tobacco is tobacco cut into fine strips and used to make smoking tobacco. United States Attorney Carla B. Freedman; Matthew Scarpino, Special Agent in Charge of the Buffalo Field Office of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI); and Thomas Fattorusso, Executive Special Agent in Charge of the Internal Revenue S...
In a joint effort to support older workers across New York State, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) today announced the launch of a new resource page designed to help older adults overcome barriers to employment. Developed in alignment with the U.S. Department of Labor’s National Employ Older Workers Week and Governor Kathy Hochul’s State Master Plan for Aging, this online tool offers critical guidance and resources for older workers looking to remain in or reenter the wor...
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Addictions Services is announcing a new support group that will be launching: the Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) Support Group. The support group will be meeting every Wednesday from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. starting September 25, 2024. The locations of each week’s meeting will rotate between the three MCA Districts. PAL is a support group for parents, grandparents, and spouses of anyone with a substance use disorder over the age of 18. At this support group, participants can find hope and support through edu...
Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in libraries, bookstores, and schools. Typically (but not always) held during the last week of September, the annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information and brings together the entire book community — librarians, educators, authors, publishers, booksellers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas. The next Banned Books Week will be held September 22-28, 202...
POTSDAM, NY (09/23/2024) Renowned television producer Chuck Lorre is used to wowing audiences, and his visit to his alma mater today was no exception. During a public talk with hundreds of campus and community members in attendance, Lorre pulled out a surprise $1 million check and presented it to SUNY Potsdam President Dr. Suzanne R. Smith -- bringing applause, smiles and tears The emotional moment followed an introspective and insightful discussion led by President Smith, in which Lorre...
TORONTO – Futurpreneur, Canada's leading national non-profit organization supporting diverse young entrepreneurs, is excited to announce the launch of My Canadian Startup, a newcomer entrepreneur initiative presented by TD through its corporate citizenship platform, the TD Ready Commitment. Futurpreneur launches My Canadian Startup, a newcomer entrepreneur initiative presented by the TD Bank Group (CNW Group/Futurpreneur) This initiative seeks to empower aspiring newcomer entrepreneurs with knowledge, tools and resources to reach their small b...
Generations Park is getting a major upgrade! Drone footage reveals the incredible progress on the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's new amphitheater and park expansion, which is now approaching completion. The structure is fully built, and the park has come to life with fresh grass laid out, creating a vibrant space for the community. The expansion of Generations Park promises exciting new outdoor amenities, including two sand volleyball courts, two basketball courts, and restroom facilities. The...
It was the 'girls' day to skate on Saturday, September 21 at the Akwesasne Skate Park located on the grounds of the A'nowara'ko:wa Arena– a most excellent skating park that fits every level of skater. Beginners to pro athletes joined in the fun on a day of near perfect weather to alley-oop, bank, blunt, boardslide and sometimes to 'bail,' to jump or step off the board safely. Skate Instructors were there to teach girls young and old to gain confidence in pushing on a skateboard, how to turn, h...
Day 1, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024: Noon-2 PM: the visitors from the other Nation will arrive at the Longhouse. The Turtle Clan will greet the visitors with beef barley soup and sandwiches and drinks (water, coffee, tea). At 2 pm, everyone is told to enter the Longhouse. The host people (Kanieńkehá:ka) sit on the Bear side of the house and visitors sit on the Wolf and Turtle side of the house. Each Longhouse give their greetings and hands in their invitation wampum to the host. A welcoming with a handshaking ceremony will take place, then procedures a...
Stamp series guided by Survivors Circle of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation The third year of Canada Post's annual Truth and Reconciliation Stamp series focuses on artwork by Survivors of residential schools. The stamp images shed light on the history and legacy of Canada's residential school system, with artwork expressing personal experience, resilience, Indigenous culture, and hope for a better future for all children. To create the stamps, Canada Post again partnered with the...
On September 18th, 2024, four ATV's ridden by four individuals were reported and observed to be riding the ATV's in the area of the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino, State Route 37, Speedway Convenience, and Cook Rd. The operators of the ATV's were lighting fireworks and throwing them into the roadway where they exploded as vehicles drove past. The ATV's then fled the locations as law enforcement arrived. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police are investigating and working to identify the operators of the...
WATERTOWN, Sept. 23, 2024 — The American Red Cross continues to amplify the ongoing critical need for blood and platelets to keep the blood supply stable as fall begins. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, those giving platelets and those who have never given before, are needed now. Only 3 out of 100 Americans donate blood. With the blood supply still at critical levels, every single donation is key to making sure all patients relying on lifesaving transfusions, including car accident victims and those living with s...
As the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, transition into the new Teionkwarihwaienawá:kon(we work together and help each other) Community Service Building over the next two weeks, your understanding and support are crucial. Please be aware that temporary service delays may occur. They want to reassure you that these delays are only temporary, and SRMT is fully committed to maintaining the continuity of our services. The following programs and services will be affected: -Environment -Economic Development -Compliance -Office of Emergency Management...
AKWESASNE – On September 18, 2024, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe released their updated tribally-licensed cannabis entrepreneurs listing stating, “The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Cannabis Control Board plays a vital role in advocating for and supporting tribally-licensed entrepreneurs while emphasizing the importance of compliance within the cannabis industry. The following Tribally Licensed Retailers are operating within our regulatory compliance standards and in good standing for payments of fees based upon sales.” Another Damn Pot Store...
In the latest Native women-centered film by Mohawk filmmaker Katsitsionni Fox (Ohero:kon - Under the Husk, Without a Whisper - Konnon:kwe), Tentsítewahkwe; a young woman goes on a journey across four seasons and multiple Native territories to connect with other knowledge keepers reviving the land-based knowledge of our ancestral grandmothers in order to return to time-honored practices of pottery making, mat weaving, hide tanning, medicine making, food gathering, and more. As a young girl,...
With stunning creativity and team work the Akwesasne Museum brings to the community of Akwesasne - Tisha Thompson's Mother Earth Collection. This collection was recently presented at the Runway of Rezilience in Toronto. Thompson held a 'Meet and Greet' on Saturday where community members viewed up close custom fashions made from dried cornhusks, braided sweet grass, and intricate beadwork. Many of Thompson's creations were the result of artistic collaborations with Akwesasronon such as Anna...
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: Sept. 21st-John Hart Sept. 22nd-Cynthia Sawatis Sept. 24th-Anna Sawatis & Charlene Sunday Sept. 25th-Abraham Gray Sept. 226th-Robert Patterson Activities:... Full story
COMMUNITY NOTICE For Immediate Release Seskehko:wa/September 14, 2024 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Chief Electoral Officer Theresa Thompson has released the following unofficial results of the 2024 MCA General Election held today, September 14, 2024. The results are unofficial pending the appeal period. Any appeals must be hand-delivered to the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Station at 73 Sweetgrass Lane, Akwesasne/St. Regis, Quebec no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 19,...
WARRANT Cornwall, ON – James White, 72, of Akwesasne, was arrested on Sept. 11, 2024, on the strength of an outstanding warrant. It is alleged on April 4, 2023, the man was scheduled to appear in court and failed to do so. A warrant was issued for his arrest. On Sept. 11, 2024, the man was taken into custody by members of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service and subsequently turned over to the CPS. The warrant was executed, and the man was released to appear in court on Oct. 17, 2024. THEFT FROM MAIL Cornwall, ON – Clarissa Square, 31, of Cor...
The Social Development Council and its partners are pleased to announce a comprehensive workshop designed to educate guardians and parents of adults with disabilities on the potential risks associated with social media. The workshop will focus on equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to recognize signs of danger, particularly concerning human trafficking, internet exploitation, and issues related to healthy relationships. In an era where technology is an integral part of our daily lives, adults with disabilities are increasingly...
The Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) announces $10 million in grants awarded to tribes, non-profits, educational institutions, and community development financial institutions serving Native American farmers and ranchers. NAAF is in its sixth year of grantmaking, reaching $76 million since the first funding cycle in 2019, impacting more than 450 distinct projects across Indian Country. NAAF’s announcement of 35 new grant projects impact Native American farmers, ranchers, fishers, harvesters, and community producers across more than 80 t...
The annual event drew 120 golfers, more than 50 sponsors and raised $60,898, all in support of Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) students and their families. The Champions for Kids Foundation (C4K) Golf Tournament was held at the Brockville Country Club on September 16 and set a new fundraising record. “We are incredibly grateful to the golfers, sponsors, and community members who helped us achieve this milestone,” says Laura Oliver, current foundation President. "The record-breaking amount raised will make a huge difference in the...
Malone – On Thursday, September 19, The Thrive Project with the Downtown Artist Cellar (DAC) will host a special evening of poetry featuring three acclaimed poets, all born in Malone, NY. The event will bring together Jim Bourey, Bobbie Dumas Panek, and Sally Rhoades for an intimate reading that celebrates their rich literary roots and creative achievements. The evening will also include an open mic session, inviting local poets and enthusiasts to share their own work. Jim Bourey is an esteemed poet and contributing editor for the Broadkill R...
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) warn New Yorkers of all ages about the risks of sepsis, a severe and life-threatening, yet often preventable, condition. While anyone can develop sepsis, older adults are among those at highest risk. According to Sepsis Alliance, sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It occurs when an infection you already have triggers a chain reaction throughout your body. Most cases of sepsis start before a patient goes to the hospital. In fact,...
