A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The Kawehnoke Recreation Committee would like to thank the Community of Akwesasne for their continued support to our annual fundraiser “Spirit of Christmas & Craft Fair” that was held December 1-3, 2018. A special Niawenkowa to all the businesses, organizations, programs, families and friends who so generously donated wreaths, trees or other items for the drop ticket raffle. We saw many happy faces that weekend, thanks to your support. We had a total of 41 entries and made $19,410.00. Our success is based on the continuous support and don...
The Chiefs, Clanmothers and Faithkeepers would like to send our greetings and thank you to everyone that attended and helped out during the Midwinter ceremonies. It takes everyone coming together as one and using a good mind to put these ceremonies through for Shonkwaia’tíson. Niawenhkó:wa to the people that brought food to the ceremonies and the women who helped prepare the foods for the people that attended ceremony each day. Niawenhkó:wa to the hunters that provided deer meat for the ceremonies, and the young men that cut wood, and took...
Ne Rotiianéhshon, Ka'nisténhsera tánon Kaié:ri Niiorì:wake Ronaterihón:ton tehonatonhontsió:ni akwé:kon tahshakotinonhwará:ton tsi nihá:ti Kanonhséhshne wahontáweia'te tánon wahontahshnié:non tsi nikarì:wes wa'thontenonhwará:ton ne Sha'tekohséhne nikahá:wi. Ó:nenk tsi akwé:kon skáthne entitewatén:rohwe, enionkwa'nionhriióhake aetewaterihwahténkia'te kí:ken teiontenonhwaratónhkhwa ne tentsitewanonhwará:ton ne Shonkwaia'tíson. Niawenhkó:wa tsi nihá:ti tahatikhwénhawe khia'tewenhni...
An enormous and heartfelt thank you is being sent for so many people during the sudden passing of Beatrice Bero. The family wishes to thank the St. Regis Mohawk Council Ambulance on your quick response to get Beatrice her medical attention and transportation to get her emergency care at CCH. To Matt Tarbell and Darren Cook who always looked out for their elderly neighbors Bea and Jimmy, when in need. We have noticed and will remember you. Watching how quickly and caring the staff took care of her in the E.R. was noted, thank you all. Onto the I...
Iakwa'shatste Youth Fitness would like to take the opportunity to send a profound thank you to the Akwesasne Community Trust Fund for their contribution of funds in the last round of applications. We received $35, 250.00 from the Trust which has been used to cover costs associated with the programs we deliver to the community such as equipment, incentive prizes, travel, food and honorariums to bring additional experts in to deliver programs. The programs that the Trust Fund assistance allowed...
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I would like to send out a big thank-you to Flo-Ann Burns and her Caring Hearts group. The support and prayers shown is very heartwarming. All the volunteers and donations are really appreciated. I will continue to give updates on Mary Ellen’s recovery when available. Again, a big thank you to the community. Mike Jackson and family...
NIAWEN The family of Nancy Kanahstatsi Phillips would like to give a big “Niawen:kowa” for the love and support during our time of sorrow. Thank you for your generous donations and your precious time. We know our departed Nancy felt the love from this wonderful community, for she herself was a beautiful and gracious person. We are forever thankful Akwesasne, Louis, Peter Mitchell, Helen, Peter Adams, Bahata, Aronhiotas and the rest of her family....
Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent those beautiful flowers that we saw sitting there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day. What ever you did to console our hearts we thank you for whatever part. The Family of Rick “Ricky” Tarbell would like to express our sincerest appreciation for the thoughtfulness and love we have been given during our time of bereavement....
Nia:wenkowa Akwesasne Community Trust Tri-District Elders Center would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the Akwesasne Community Trust in funding the revitalization of the kitchen. The center has received new appliances, countertops, back splash, cabinets repainted and whole kitchen repainted. Along with dishware, flatware, serving platters and small kitchen appliances. This revitalization of the kitchen will ensure safe food preparation and longevity of the kitchen. In the picture from...
Niawenko:wa from the grade 4 class at Kanatakon School. They were the Elves that helped pack the Ham Dinner donated by the Community Health Nurses. We are very thankful for the donation of food items for the Ham dinners. Each of the families received a ham, potatoes, carrots, stuffing, baked beans, cranberries, gravy and dessert for their family dinner. Once again Niawenko:wa from the Kanatakon School Food Pantry students and families. Tekwanonhweratons tsi Rotonni tanon Ohserase. Submitted by...
Tsi Snaihne School would like to say Niawenko:wa to Community Health for their generous donation to our Friends Helping Friends Food Pantry. Karole Mitchell and her team have ensured continued food security to TSS families in need over the Christmas break. This year we are able to provide to the families fresh fruit, vegetables, ham, chicken along with assorted can goods and pasta. Community Health are Community Heroes to Tsi Snaihne School!...
Iohahi:io and the Akwesasne Area Management Board celebrated the completion of an 8-week evening Small Engine Maintenance and Repair program on December 3, 2018. The program was offered to interested community members and began on October 15, 2018. Participants were able to learn to perform preventative maintenance, service, and troubleshooting that will help them avoid the frustrating problems and getting their money's worth out of their yard equipment. Participants enjoyed this opportunity...
I would like to say “Niawenkowa” to Angello Johnson, Eric Johnson and their dad for teaching the pack basket class a few weeks ago. It amazes me that in 4 lessons what started as a log turned out to be a beautiful, hand-crafted pack basket. The class was hard work but everyone was so supportive, helpful and encouraging to each other. I’m very proud of my creation! A special shout-out to Arnold Printup, SRMT Historic Preservation Officer for making this happen. We look forward to more opportunities to practice and learn our valued cultu...
The Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank the Community Trust Fund Committee for providing funding for the purchase of new Turn Out Gear for 30 firefighters replacing outdated equipment. This new turn out gear will aid in the safety of the firefighter due to new material (i.e. lightweight) providing protection, more flexible and better mobility. The funding provided enabled the department to be in compliant of required standards and regulations. We continue to...
The Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank the Community Fund Committee for providing funding for the purchase of Thermo SCBA Masks. This new innovative equipment will aid in the safety of the firefighter when visibility is zero, provide quicker recovery, reduce loss of assets and hopefully saves lives. The funding provided enough that all three stations of the HAVFD now have 8 Thermo Imaging SCBA masks each (now part of the Scott Air Packs). We continue to strive to...
We would like to offer our sincere appreciation to my special nieces and nephews of the Rourke family who so unselfishly provided the family’s residence for my brother Nelson Sawatis’ funeral arrangements last month. The hospitality and cooking during the continuing prayers throughout the nine days following his death brought comfort to me in my absence. The Rourke family has never failed to amaze me and coming together for Nelson’s children during this difficult time was appreciated by my family. I am also so grateful to them and so proud...
The Family of Wallace Jacobs Sr and the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group would like to send out a huge Thank You to the following for making their fundraiser at the Wally Jacobs Memorial Shuffleboard Tournament a great success: To all the players, to all who donated or bought tickets, and to all who helped in one way or another. Thank you to the American Legion Post 1479, Sons of the American Legion Post 1479, Akwesasne Community Partnership Fund, Indian Time, CKON Radio, UPS Store, the Brass Horse, AK Gas-Rosalie Jacobs, Babes Cosmetics,...
THANK YOU to the community On behalf of the Thompson and Thomas family we wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to each and every one of you who may have stopped by the house to say goodbye to Danny or made a donation of food, said some kind words, a prayer for the family or gave us words of condolences or a hug. Our brother Danny was a great person to our family and the community he served. He will surely be missed. Niawen / Thank You Special thanks to the MCA and the Dept. of...
We failed to mention in our last report that Tim Hortons/Tarbell Management had donated $800 to the Akwesasne Cancer Support Group. Tim Hortons also donated muffins and coffee to our Run/Walk in June. Thank you so much! The Heart to Heart Fitness Center donates monthly to organizations in Akwesasne. The Akwesasne Cancer Support Group was the recipient of $100 for the month of August. Thank you!! Congratulations to Carlee (Oakes) Roundpoint for winning the Final Game of the World Series Board. Thank you to all who participated! The Akwesasne...
There was nothing that could have prepared us for the loss of both our dads, Nelson Sawatis and Wally Mitchell. We cannot thank you all enough the amazing staff at Iakhihsohtha for your great care of Nelson and AMA, Tribal PD, Seaway Valley and Outreach for always being the 1st ones there for Wally. On behalf of our children and ourselves we would like to thank those that came to see us during this difficult time. Whether you sent condolences via messages, texts or in person please know that they were much appreciated. Our families we cannot...
When unexpected things happen in your life you take comfort in the guidance, love and assistance others so willingly give you. Dad left us very unexpectedly that we had no idea what we were doing but our family graciously took the reins with their direction. When you drive to the east end of State Road now the Big Guy won’t be watering the rocks, or wetting down his newly paved driveway or mowing down the grass that has not even had a chance to grow. You will still see the Kubota tractors, the gaudy orange driveway decorations and that p...
On October 4th, Retired Salmon River math teacher, George Emery gave the St. Regis Mohawk School an antique cuckoo clock for their attendance initiative. As part of the new attendance initiative, the clock will be moving from grade level to grade level depending upon which grade has the most outstanding attendance and punctuality rates for each month. The winners will be photographed with the clock and it will remain in their classroom until the following month's new winners are announced....
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Notice of thanks and appreciation. The biggest heartfelt niawenko:wa goes out to the Tribe’s Home Improvement Program headed up by Rod Garrow and the tremendous team of workers who recently completed a major overhaul to my home. My personal thanks goes to Kenny Arquette, Tio Thomas, Mike (Doogan) Cook and Nick Elijah for their expertise and generous hearts. Niawenko:wa, Helen Edwards...
