A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Thursday, December 14, 2017 Tsi Snaihne Recreation Centre 5PM – 8PM Thursday, December 21, 2017 Kawehno:ke Recreation Centre 5PM – 8PM * Free Meal * Photo with Santa * Good Company * Hosted and served by MCA Council Chiefs and graciously sponsored by MCA Department of Community and Social Services....
Submitted by Lynda Brown Literacy has been a key area for school wide improvement at Tsi Snaihne School and the Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education. We have coordinated efforts to maximize the potential for improvements in students' reading and writing. The Success for All Program from Curiosity Corner to Reading Wings helps the students develop skills to be proficient readers. We are pleased to announce that 80% of our students were reading at or above grade level in 2016/17 at Tsi Snaihne...
• Use a smaller shovel. • Make sure your shovel isn’t bent, tilting or otherwise damaged. • Take frequent breaks, even if only for a couple of minutes. • Stop and go inside if you become overheated. • Drink fluids. • Don’t try to fling snow long distances. • Stop any time you feel pain. • If you fear you’re unable to tackle this tiring task, look into spending a few bucks and having a neighborhood kid shovel after a storm; or having a contractor plow it when heavy snow falls. It’s probably money well spent....
Each year, Petco Foundation, with their annual Holiday Wishes campaign, invites adopters to share the story of how their adopted pet changed their lives. The Petco Holiday Wishes Campaign is two-fold. Petco awarded 52 Holiday Wishes grants to various lifesaving animal welfare organizations throughout the country and in turn their stories are voted on by through the "People's Choice' competition to win up to $25,000 and a grand prize of $100,000. Stories were submitted from around the country...
On Sunday December 10th, 2017 a housing information session was held at the Kawehnoke Recreation Center. The information session was one of three different information sessions being held in the districts of Akwesasne. The sessions were organized by Cory Tarbell, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Housing Building Inspector, who organized the three sessions on his own initiative and with the help of the Community Trust Fund. Cory Tarbell stated "I did this because I want our community to look at...
(Massena NY) Members of the U.S. Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) Workforce were recognized recently by SLSDC Deputy Administrator Craig H. Middlebrook during an awards ceremony held in Massena, New York. Corporation employees who have exemplified the organization's core values of Service, Leadership, Stewardship, Dependability and Commitment earned awards in a number of categories. The following SLSDC employees received recognition for their accomplishments:...
Submitted by Elaine Thompson Kana:takon School November Perfect Attendance Headstart Rawesanonha Jock Pre-Kindergarten Ava Francis Swamp Kateri Hill Ethan Jackson Tekaneratakwas Tarbell Kindergarten Kavannah Jock Nevada King Borsellino Remington Sunday Roianekete Sunday Square Mattya Thompson Kaleb Two Bulls Grade 1 Rome King Borsellino Satewenkenhiio Tarbell Grade 2 Galiana Boots Quiroz Charlie Farwell Dallas King Borsellino Lawrence Lazore Kanenhawi Sunday Cavendar Grade 3 Navan Hill Rayden...
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‘Tis the season of giving! If you are a parent, you might be getting the full-court press from your kids to give them a puppy for the holidays. TurfMutt – a former rescue dog who lived on the streets before being saved by OPEI President & CEO Kris Kiser – is all about pet adoption. But he says parents need to ask themselves some important questions before adding a furry friend to their family. Are you in it for the long-haul? Cute little puppies grow into bigger dogs that sometimes shed, slobber and have accidents in the house. They need regul...
Submitted by Tsiionkwanonhso:te Activity Program The Christmas season is now in full swing and residents at Tsiionkwanonhso:te are enjoying a full calendar of activities. (Last year at this time, the home was in respiratory outbreak and visitor restrictions were in place.) A Sunday afternoon with music from the ‘Crosswinds’ band members kicked off the festivities and had one 94 year-old-up and dancing to nearly every song. The annual visit to ‘Alight at Night’ at Upper Canada Village also took place. Despite taking a wrong turn and initial...
Submitted by Tammy Russell Students at the Salmon River Middle School participate in the Student of the Month Program. The program is based on the featured character trait from the book of the month. The books for each month are chosen based on content that addresses human feelings and encourages the human universal values of empathy and caring. The character trait identified for November was courage. Ms. Olivia Cook from the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Prevention...
Milk, maple sap and maple syrup are eligible for Farm Storage Facility Loans (FSFL) through the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). FSFLs provide low-interest financing to producers to build or upgrade storage facilities and to purchase portable (new or used) structures, equipment and storage and handling trucks. The low-interest funds can be used for: • Bulk tanks for milk or maple sap • Plate coolers, compressor, washing equipment and hot water tanks • Milk house structure • Structure for storing maple sap or syrup • Bottler or filling systems f...
On Tuesday, December 12, several members of the Akwesasne Convenience Store Association presented the Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs with a check for $10,000. This landmark donation is the first of its kind to the Mohawk Nation. According to Turtle Clan Chief Eddie Gray, the Mohawk Nation has never accepted any donation from any organization or government. Working in cooperation with Mohawk Nation, ACSA is able to guarantee 'price parity' on all sales of cartons of cigarettes across Akwesasne....
AKWESASNE -- The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Cultural Tourism Office is looking for community feedback on three information panels being developed for a tourism information kiosk in Akwesasne. The proposed location for the kiosk will be alongside the St. Regis River in Hogansburg, which is the new green space the tribe created this past summer across from the former site of the Hogansburg Dam. The Tribe had approached the Town of Massena inquiring if they could place a kiosk at the town’s Grasse River boat launch on state Route 37. Town off...
• Forgo haircuts. Let your dog’s winter coat protect him against the chill. Save shearing for warmer months. • Check ears, paws and tails regularly. You’re looking for signs of frostbite or raw spots from ice and snow. Remove any clumps of frozen debris from between the paw pads each time your dog goes outside. • Wipe down your pet’s belly, legs and paws. Have a clean towel ready each time your dog comes inside to remove ice-melting chemicals, which can irritate and cause serious illness if licked or swallowed. • Clean up antifreeze sp...
On Tuesday December 5th, the founders of Seven Leaf Medical Cannabis held an informational meeting for the community of Akwesasne at their establishment on Kawehnoke. Seven Leaf marks several 'firsts" as the first of its kind in the North Country as the first Mohawk owned and operated medical cannabis company, and as only entirely First Nation's owned and operated Medical Cannabis company in Canada. The company is anticipated to open in the first quarter of 2018, upon receipt of their Federal...
(AKWESASNE) The spirit of giving continues to be strong in the community of Akwesasne. From weekly fundraisers to corporate donations, there are plenty of examples of the generosity and support that community members have for one another. The Tarbell Management Group (TMG) is one example of a business that is helping lead the way through corporate donations that support community causes and organizations. On November 30th, the Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club (ABGC) held its Annual Donor Dinner to...
NEW YORK. NYS AG released an updated guidance - “Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Know Your Rights” - to inform New Yorkers about the laws that protect them from sexual harassment at work. The guidance provides victims of sexual harassment with information on the appropriate agencies to consult should they seek to file a complaint or take legal action, along with helplines for further support. Sexual harassment is a form of gender-based discrimination that involves unwelcome conduct used as the basis for hiring or other employment dec...
It’s likely that when you think of cords, your main concern is hiding them from view in your holiday decorations. However, cords of all kinds need to be properly inspected, used and stored to reduce your risk of a fire. Follow these tips to help you keep cords out of sight but also safely on your mind. • When using an extension cord, select a cord that is long enough to meet your needs. Never attempt to extend the length of an extension cord by connecting it with another extension cord. • Extension cords should only be used on a tempo...
Chief Irving Powless Jr., Daha'tgatdohs, Beaver Clan Chief, 88 years old of the Onondaga Nation died Thursday. He was born in Syracuse, the son of Chief Irving Powless Sr. and Cecelia (Tarbell) Powless who were active members of the Onondaga Nation. A member of the Onondaga Nation Council, Chief Powless (Jr.), established an enduring legacy for his exceptional kindness and command of traditional law. He was an expert on Haudenosaunee and Onondaga treaties and shared his knowledge with ease and e...
Akwesasne's 1st Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting took place this past Friday December 1st. The event began at the Generations Park, with many businesses, associations and individuals participating by decorating a vehicle or float with beautiful lights and decorations. The parade began at approximately 6:30pm, with decorated vehicles and floats leaving Generations Park and headed west on State Route 37 towards the main Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Building. There was no shortage of spectators line...
President Donald Trump's move to shrink two large national monuments in Utah triggered another round of outrage among Native American leaders and activists who vow to fight in court to preserve protections for lands they consider sacred. Trump's announcement means it would reduce the 1.35-million acre Bears Ears National Monument to only 201,397 acres totaling an 85% reduction. President Barack Obama created Bears Ears National Monument in late 2016. Trump also said he would cut the 1.88-million...
(Akwesasne) At the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s final general meeting of the year, Grand Chief Abram Benedict presented an overview of the proposed “Alternative Reporting” concept proposed for Kawehnoke by Canadian customs officials. According to the plan, an automated inspection station will be constructed in the paved area close to where the Kawehnoke port of entry once stood. Akwesasne residents visiting or returning home to Kawehnoke will be able to use this alternative reporting method rather than proceeding across the next bridge to repo...
On Thursday November 30th, the Ànowaràkowa Arena hosted a little get-together open to the community. The main event was the big reveal of their brand new Ice Resurfacer, which took a lot of time and fundraising efforts to obtain. The Arena began with a fundraising goal of $96,000.00, and with the help of various businesses and associations, they were able to meet that quota. Some of the different businesses and associations that had a hand in helping the Arena to reach their goal was: D...
AKWESASNE – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has authorized an allotment of funds to provide heating assistance to tribal members who complete the 2018 application process. The vendor/dealer’s approval list shall be approved for January 02, 2018 to eligible households residing within the Tribe’s designated service area for the southern portion of Akwesasne. For tribal members to be eligible for the heating assistance they must: 1) Provide SRMT Tribal Identification Card 2) Reside within the SRMT jurisdiction or the designated 15-mile radius of th...
