A Voice from the Eastern Door
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MASSENA – The historic Schine Theater in the village of Massena will finally be restored. This restoration project will become reality after state officials awarded the Massena Arts and Theater Association (MATA) $2 million as part of a state grant program. The theater has long been a project of interest for both the village and MATA, who have been fundraising for several years to pay for the theater's restoration. The grant funding also comes as welcome news for the village of Massena, which applied for the grant funding earlier this year. R...
The Iroquois Museum’s annual festival features an Art Market open exclusively to Iroquois artists. Both contemporary and traditional art forms are showcased. With this much talent in one place, visitors are assured of finding a treasure to take home Other weekend highlights include traditional Iroquois social dances performed by The Sky Dancers from Six Nations Reserve in Ontario. You might even find yourself invited to the dance floor to participate! Onondaga storyteller Perry Ground returns with tales of daring feats and astounding a...
The community of Akwesasne is recovering from the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby past week. On the Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 6pm, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Office of Emergency Services (OEMS) declared a State of Emergency stating, "The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council, recognizing its responsibility for the health, safety, education, and welfare of all community members, has officially declared a Tribal State of Emergency due to the severe impacts of Tropical Storm Debby." Multiple age...
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The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) announced the retirement of Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) Chief of Police Shawn Dulude, effective August 16, 2024, after seven years of service to the Akwesasne community. Chief Dulude joined AMPS in 2017 and led in advancing AMPS’ mission to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the community. MCA stated in a statement, “His leadership was characterized by a commitment to enhancing community relations and fostering a culture of professionalism throughout the service.” According to the release, Dulud...
The Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment's annual Color/Bubble Run was a burst of rainbow brilliance. Generations Park turned into a kaleidoscope of fun on Wednesday, August 7, featuring a dunk tank, foam party, and inflatable bumper balls for all to enjoy. Nia:wen to the amazing community members, staff, and volunteers from both sides of Akwesasne's territory who helped make this event possible! Your dedication paints a brighter, more colorful community for us all....
Gift card scams are becoming increasingly common. In the latest scam to hit Akwesasne, callers are claiming to be representatives from the Fiber-to-the-Home Project. They advise the homeowner that their fiber hookups are almost complete and the last step is to purchase $1000 (in gift cards) and call the scammer back. The scammer will then ask for the gift card information and steal the funds that way. Please share this information with those in your life, especially the vulnerable and elderly. Whether it’s a fraudster posing as your d...
The Reciprocity Project is a US-based production that works alongside Indigenous storytellers and communities worldwide. Their team is made up of people with diverse Indigenous and non-Indigenous identities and life experiences – viewing diversity as a source of strength. This short film series and multimedia platform, made in partnership with Indigenous storytellers and their communities worldwide, invites learning from time honored and current Indigenous ways of being. Each project is c...
In late July of 2024, a truck was witnessed dropping off a German Shephard mix dog at a remote location on the outskirts of Akwesasne. When dog-lover Toni Oakes and her family learned about him, they went on a mission to rescue him. But Rusty was skittish and wouldn't come near any humans. For days, the Akwesasne community combined efforts showing love for this abandoned dog, who stayed at the spot he was dropped waiting for his owner to return. Food was left for him by caring strangers and...
NEH Chair Shelly C. Lowe (Navajo) issued the following statement on the findings of the Department of the Interior’s second investigative report issued under the ongoing Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative. “The first step toward addressing the intergenerational consequences of the United States government-supported Indian boarding schools is to squarely acknowledge and examine the history of a federal system intended to separate families, erase Native languages and cultures, and dispossess Native peoples of their land. “This groun...
As many students begin heading to college, vocational or graduate school programs, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is sharing targeted scam prevention tips that can help students start the new academic year safely. New York State is home to nearly 300 higher education institutions– the second highest in the nation. Incoming students have many decisions to make at the start of the academic year, and while making choices independently is exciting, it can also be challenging and make students vulnerable to pot...
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 Aug. 18th-Dorothy Shatlaw Aug. 19th-Shirley Jacobs Aug. 20th-Ronald Cook, Virginia Bonaparte-Willie, Carl Lauzon & Karmen Miller Activities Fri. Aug. 17th – T... Full story
By Kaniehtonkie Ty David is the first student to receive the Duran Flint Jacobs Skaroniate Legacy Grant. The educational grant was conceived out the love and appreciation of Duran's love for music, poetry and song. And to make a lasting legacy, this grant will be open for all graduation seniors to apply each spring. With a focus on art and music, Duran left behind a portfolio of artwork, master tapes, poetry, and earning credits on several works with his father Alex, author and poet Joy Harjo,...
NEW YORK – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced awards totaling $150.9 million for new affordable and innovative housing investments in Tribal communities. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Richard Monocchio made the announcement in Anchorage, Alaska, where he presented $6 million to the Cook Inlet Housing Authority to build 51 new housing units to increase the number of homes available to low-income Alaskan Native families. In New York, HUD awarded $...
By Isaac White The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne's recent general election has sparked significant controversy and discontent among community members. A multitude of appeals challenging the election results led to public hearings by the Akwesasne Election Appeal Board. Reports of procedural errors, allegations of improper practices, and the exclusion of long-time voters have led to widespread calls for a thorough investigation. During the recent hearings, numerous individuals shared their experiences and frustrations, highlighting the need for...
The New York State Fair has a long and storied history. In 1928, construction began on the current Indian Village at the New York State Fairgrounds, led by Cornell professor Earl A. Bates, Chief Jesse Lyons of the Onondaga Nation, and members of the Cornell Indian Board. Plans included two buildings: one for farmers and another for homemakers, along with a bark house built in the style of a traditional longhouse reminiscent of the one Father LeMoyne inhabited upon his arrival in the area in...
On July 21, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor, positioning her as a leading contender for the Democratic nomination. While Harris’ time as VP has not yielded numerous notable policy achievements, her prior experience as a California senator and attorney general, along with her 2020 presidential campaign, reflects a consistent commitment to pro-environmental policies and an evolving perspective on tribal land issues. Should she ascend to the p...
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 Aug. 8th-Valerie Garrow Aug. 9th-Carol Ann Thompson, Ruth Peters & Carole Francis Aug. 10th-Florabell Anderson, Debbie Cook-Jacobs, Krystal Hallman, John... Full story
AKWESASNE – In accordance with the Tribal Procedures Act adopted by the community referendum on Ohiarí:ha/June 1, 2013, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe continues to demonstrate financial accountability and transparency to tribal membership. Accountability measures include holding a public meeting each year to present a mid-year report on the approved Annual Tribal Budget’s revenues and expenditures through June 30th. This year’s meeting will be hybrid and will take place at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Tribal members may at...
ALUS Ontario East and the Raisin Region Conservation Authority's (RRCA) Agri-Action Land Stewardship Program are inviting local farmers to participate in an on-farm twilight tour showcasing agricultural best management practices on August 27. "ALUS works to engage farmers and ranchers in creating nature-based solutions on their land to build climate resilience and enhance biodiversity for the benefit of communities and future generations," says Brendan Jacobs, ALUS Ontario East Coordinator. "In...
Glenn is an Akwesasne Mohawk luthier who has been hand-crafting acoustic and electric guitars for approximately a decade. He founded Sonny Boy Guitars Inc. in 2015. The non-traditional art form allows him to incorporate his love of music and Haudenosaunee culture with the pleasure he finds in the creative process. Glenn will be at the Museum on Saturday, August 17, and Sunday 18, 2024 The Iroquois Museum is an independent nonprofit cultural museum founded in Schoharie County, NY, in 1981. It houses the largest collection of contemporary...
KAHNAWAKE – The Kahnawake Peacekeepers are issuing a warning to the community about a rising threat involving deepfake technology. Deepfake videos use advanced artificial intelligence algorithms to manipulate audio and video, making it appear as though trusted individuals are endorsing these scams. Fraudsters are increasingly using deepfake videos to impersonate politicians, celebrities, and news anchors, promoting fraudulent investment platforms, merchandise, or applications. These videos can be highly convincing, making it difficult for v...
KAHNAWAKE – The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) has filed legal action against the City of Chateauguay in connection with the Industrial Fuel Spill that occurred on February 1, 2024. The MCK alleges that the Chateauguay Fire Department failed to adequately address the spill during their response, potentially exacerbating the damages suffered by Kahnawà:ke. According to the MCK, the response to the spill from the City of Chateauguay was insufficient. Furthermore, it has come to light that the city did not inform Environment Quebec or Can...
AKWESASNE - (Seskéha/August 6, 2024) Promising a celebration of spectacular Mohawk art and a rich Indigenous cultural experience, the Akwesasne Art Market and Juried Show did not disappoint. The event, proudly presented by Akwesasne Travel, was held July 6 at Generations Park in the heart of the Mohawk community. "By all measures, this year's Art Market and Juried Show was an enormous success," said Dwayne Thomas, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's director of economic development. "A number of...
By Deusdedit Ruhangariyo. Special to ICT. Around the World: Xinjiang authorities demand Uyghurs report guests within hours, Indigenous midwives in Panama strive to protect traditional medicine, and Nalderun students receive educational and cultural support. CHINA: Uyghurs told to report guests immediately Authorities in at least two regions of Xinjiang have recently intensified a mandate requiring Uyghurs to inform police about guests in their homes within 10 minutes to two hours of their arrival, according to three Uyghur township government...
