Articles from the January 27, 2012 edition
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Tribal Gaming Commission Orders Unlicensed Casino to Close
Akwesasne Territory -- On Friday January 20, 2012, the Saint Regis Tribal Gaming Commission issued a letter to the Three Feathers Casino, ordering it to close its doors and cease gaming operations. “U...
MCA and Niagara Gas Transmissio Ltd. Mark $1 Million Cooperation & Land Use Agreement
CORNWALL ISLAND, ON, January 20, 2012 – The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA) welcomed representatives from Niagara Gas Transmission Limited (...
November and December Students of the Month
The Salmon River Middle School awarded their November and December Students of the Month. The Student of the Month is based on the character trait...
By Tribe Backs Off Task Force
MASSENA — The St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Council is reducing its role in the North Country Redevelopment Task Force from “participant” to “observer.” Tribal officials have maintained a presence...
Kawehnoke Snowmobile and ATV Trail Closing
AKWESASNE MOHAWK TERRITORY—The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is announcing that construction of the new low-level Three Nations Bridge is proceeding and that additional work will be starting this w...
Robert L. Benedict
AKWESASNE – Mr. Robert L. “Bobby” Benedict, age 85, of 803 Island Road East, Cornwall Island, passed away late Saturday evening, January 21, 2012...
Charlene Boots
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home on Cornwall Island, died on Monday, January 23, 20...
Niawen
TSI TEWATE’NIKONHRAKWATÁ:KO (“Let’s mend our mind, body & spirit”) The mission of the TSI TEWATE’NIKONHRAKWATÁ:KO (“Let’s mend our mind, body & sp... Full story
Police Blotter
SHOOTING – At approximately 8:30 p.m. on January 23, 2012, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police responded to an incident on the ice bridge where two unknown suspects shot at and struck a 31 year old A... Full story
Police Blotter
CRTF SEIZES 6,000 POUNDS OF TOBACCO (CORNWALL, ONTARIO January 23rd, 2012) – The Cornwall Regional Task Force (CRTF) made and assisted in eight (8) contraband tobacco seizures, three (3) drug r... Full story
Bishop LaValley administers Confirmation at St. Regis Church, Akwesasne
Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg confirmed twenty-five members of the Church of St. John Francis Regis at Akwesasne at the 10...
Mary J. Francis
This week’s elder visit was with Mary J. Francis, a long time resident of Kana:takon. Mary is well known and respected by so many people and we are de... Full story
The Beautiful Truth
Raised on a wildlife reserve in Alaska, 15-year old Garrett was interested in the dietary habits of their animals. After the tragic death of his mother, Garrett s father decided to home-school his... Full story
Haudenosaunee News
On Saturday, January 28, 2012 the Midwinter Ceremonies begin at 9:00am (sharp!) with the Stirring of the Ashes. A renewal for the year to come. The Longhouse will be divided so the Bears, Snipes,... Full story
News from around the Nations
Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada Students from across Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon are participating in Get Reel, a video campaign to create anti-tobacco ads, as part of this year’s p... Full story
Grand Mother Moon
We put our minds together and give thanks to our eldest Grandmother, the Moon, who lights the nighttime sky. She is the leader of women all over the w... Full story
Some enviornmentally friendly tips to get rid of ice on driveway and sidewalks
While pondering the warm,windy weather, warm, windy and ice coated driveways I decided to look at alternatives to get rid of the ice buildup. One article was from a guy in Sweden, who uses the... Full story
Joanne Shenandoah Visits Israel-Palestine for Peace Concert
Oneida Nation musician Joanne Shenandoah took part in the first Project Peace On Earth Concert at the Bethlehem Conference Center in Palestine on... Full story
Blast from the Past
Photo courtesy of the Akwesasne Museum If you can identify any of these men or know the year, please contact Sue at the Museum, 51... Full story
Student of the Month at Tsi Snaihne School
On Friday, January 20th, the students of the month enjoyed a pizza party with the principal in the school library. Every month a special student is...
Lexis Eve Delormier
Name: Lexis Eve Delormier Born: Sunday, December 4, 2011 Weight: 8lbs. 3 oz. Length: 21inches Parents: Ali Chatland & Alex Delormier Siblings: Alex... Full story
More Akwesasne Veterans
Curtis L. Terrance, US Air Force Thank you to Delia for sending in the names. Please continue to contact Indian Time to add your name or the name of a loved one, plus the branch of the military, and... Full story
Sewing Class with Marie Thompson
Akwesasne’s recent snow and ice did not stop locals from gathering together to learn how to sew traditional and contemporary Iroquois regalia from M... Full story
Consumer Corner
Love Chocolate? There are so many different chocolate desserts: chocolate cake, chocolate chip cookies, chocolate ice cream, chocolate candy, chocolate pudding and even chocolate pie. And let’s not f... Full story
Malone Adult Basketball League
Standings through Thursday, Jan 20 HIGH RENT DISTRICT - T. Maliniak Masonry 10-1; Winners 8-2; Trim’s Lawn Care 9-3; Mohawk Springs 6-4; Mohawks 4-5; Warnerama 3-13 BISSELL DIV - Cantwell & C... Full story
