Articles from the January 21, 2021 edition
Sorted by date Results 1 - 25 of 47
Joe Biden, Kamala Harris was sworn in
Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. has sworn the oath of office on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, to become the 46th president of the United States. Biden...
Cornwall reaches out to rebuild relationship
On January 14, an Akwesasronon was shopping at the East Court Mall. When she finished her shopping, she returned to her vehicle to find a note on her...
By Hogansburg woman charged after allegedly fleeing traffic stop, nearly injuring state police officer
By Andy Gardner MALONE – A Hogansburg woman is facing several charges after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop and nearly injuring a state trooper. State police say on Monday, January 18 around 1:24 p...
PAULINE JACOBS COOK
Pauline Jacobs Cook, 90, a longtime resident of Buckshot Road, Kawehnoke, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Tsiionkwanonhso:te. Pauline was... Full story
GERREN B. HART
Gerren B. Hart, 31, of 1601 State Route 37, unexpectedly passed away Thursday morning, January 14, 2021 at Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone.... Full story
THANK YOU
THANK YOU A special thank you to Emily Tarbell and Barbara Lazore for the sweet treats. Niawen for thinking of us, we appreciate it. Indian Time Staff...
Tsiionkwanonhso:te COVID-19 outbreak kills 5; vaccinations of residents & staff underway
By Andy Gardner AKWESASNE – COVID-19 outbreak at the Tsiionkwanonhso:te long-term elder care facility has resulted in five resident deaths, and sickened a number of both residents and staff. Mohawk C...
Clinton County Health Dept Releases Potential COVID-19 Exposure Notice
Plattsburgh, January 19, 2021. Residents who rode the North Country Express, Plattsburgh to Potsdam bus route on January 11, 12, 13, or 14 may have been exposed to COVID-19. The Clinton County Health...
MCA High Speed Internet
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne started construction last week to bring reliable, high-speed internet to over 1,600 homes and businesses in the territory. “We are very excited. I’ve received cal...
Tribe's EOC Reports 4 New COVID-19 Cases: 21 Total Active
6. AKWESASNE – The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is reporting four (4) new cases of COVID-19 today, making 21 t...
Mohawk Council of Kanesatake files legal action against Municipality of Oka
Kanesatake – The Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) announced on January 10, 2021 that they have filed legal actions against the Municipality of Oka as well as the Province of Quebec, following O...
Akwesasne residents can get vaccinated at the regional clinic in Potsdam
By Andy Gardner Akwesasne residents will be able to get COVID-19 vaccinations at the New York State-run regional vaccination clinic at SUNY Potsdam, which should be ramping up to performing 1,000...
ROTINONHSHON:NI AKWESASNE SOCIAL DANCES
Reprinted with approval form the Native North American Travelling College Continued from last week Round Dance Tsiohthwatase:tha The round dance is a...
Katsheronniánions Akohserà:ke Nikahá:wi
1. Katsherón:niks I am putting on socks 2. Wakatsherón:ni ne karíseres I am wearing long socks 3. Í:iah tewakatsherón:ni ne ioriserahtá:nawen I am no...
Massena Central will be in tough position for upcoming budget
By Andy Gardner MASSENA — Even though the most recent federal pandemic stimulus package includes some school aid, a Board of Education member says they’re still looking at a rough road when they get...
Massena Central working on staff vaccine clinic, safety plan in case of future pandemics
By Andy Gardner MASSENA — The Massena Central School District is looking to set up a vaccination clinic for employees in the near future. Meanwhile, the Board of Education is coming up with a plan i...
Massena school district will use artificial intelligence to communicate with families, track attendance
By Andy Gardner MASSENA — The Massena Central School District will start using artificial intelligence (AI) to communicate with families and track attendance. Community Schools Director Kristin C...
Former Chief of Police and Massena Mayor - Tim Currier Resigns
By Andy Gardner MASSENA - Mayor Tim Currier, who was arrested in December in a drug sales investigation, will resign on Feb. 1. Currier, a former...
Tribal leaders blast lawmaker opposed to Interior nominee
DULUTH, Minn. (AP). A group of tribes in a Minnesota congressman's district is rebuking him for his attempts to derail President-elect Joe Biden's...
15 Top Conservation Issues of 2021 Include Big Threats, Potential Bright Spots
Reprinted with permission from EcoWatch As 2021 dawns, people, ecosystems, and wildlife worldwide are facing a panoply of environmental issues. To help experts and policymakers determine where they...
Bell Let's Talk Day is Thursday, January 28 and
COVID-19 has affected every aspect of our lives, including our mental health. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 38% of Canadians say their mental health has declined due to COVID-19...
Experiencing COVID-19 in Akwesasne
By Kaniehtonkie A community member has agreed to share her family’s experience with COVID-19 testing, isolating, quarantining in Akwesasne. Missy King Conners’ family wore masks, socially dis...
MCA REPORTS THREE NEW POSITIVE CASES OF COVID-19
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Community Health Program reports three (3) new active cases of COVID-19 in the northern portion of the community, as of January 18, 2021. There are now a total of 2...
BEING AN EFFECTIVE SINGLE PARENT
•Develop a support network. Connect with family and friends who can help out when you need them. Join a single parent support group, in person or online. •Make time for yourself. Plan opp...
National Chief welcomes federal investment in Indigenous Covid-19 response
Ottawa, ON – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde welcomes Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller announcement to invest in Indigenous communities to better respond to C...
