A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Submitted by Alison Benedict, SRMS Assistant Principal On February 2nd, St. Regis Mohawk School students were honored for their achievement during the second marking period. Awards were given to those students that had achieved Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, Top Reader and Citizens of the Quarter. Students were clad in their school color purple to show school spirit and pride. Parents of the students were invited to attend the celebration....
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Has anyone noticed the "Donald's" face is getting redder and his hair is falling out? Melania is leaving too. Is Mr. Mueller's noose getting too tight? Putin is enjoying this turmoil. Or, too much golf on the weekends?? The world is not a fan of the Tweety-bird, as he has aggravated everyone!...
Submitted by Paul Hetzler The good news is that Imperial Forces are losing the battle for planetary dominance. The bad news is that we still play for their team. The British Imperial System of measurement, born in 1824 to help streamline a host of odd units inherited from various cultures, was at the time an improvement. But in 1965, the UK adopted the decimal-based metric system, despite the fact it was invented by the French. Today, metric is universal in science and medicine, and of the 195 nations on Planet Earth, only 2 have yet to...
(February 12, 2018) Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Congressmen John Larson (CT-1) and Joe Courtney (CT-2) today wrote the Office of the Inspector General for the U.S. Department of the Interior seeking an investigation into Interior’s highly unusual decision to take no action regarding proposed amendments to the Tribal-State agreements between the Mohegan and Mashantucket Pequot Tribes and the State of Connecticut. The letter follows reporting that raises serious concern about the rol...
Submitted by Alison Benedict, SRMS Assistant Principal The 3rd graders of the St. Regis Mohawk School attended the Stearns-Cottrell instrument petting zoo on Friday, February 9th hosted by the Community Performance Series (CPS) at SUNY Potsdam. With the guidance and teaching from current students of the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam, these 3rd grade students were able to play a vast array of instruments from the woodwind, brass and string families. Following the instrument petting zoo,...
Submitted by John Kahionhes Fadden This legend is originally from among the people of the Cherokee Nation. It was gathered by Joseph Bruchac, and is retold here. The Possum is an animal that lives in the southern part of traditional Haudenosaunee/Iroquois territory, on down beyond Mexico into Central America. There are legendary stories about the Possum and this one is from Cherokee country. Many, many years ago the Possum had an enviable tail. It had long silky fur that glistened as the...
When: February 19-23 Time: 10am-1pm Where: classroom • Join our staff for a variety of fun, nature based programs • Bring a lunch • Dress for the weather, each day will include outdoor time Feb 19: Turtle Times Are turtles really slow? Can they solve a maze? Meet our turtles and see if you find the answers to these questions. Feb 20: Learning Knots Learn to tie knots and some practical uses for knows in nature Feb 21: Winter Hibernator Do northern animals really sleep all winter? Learn about hibernation and winter survival. Feb 22: Outdo...
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(2/14/2018) The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service has identified a “person of interest” in the January 19, 2018 fire at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena. No arrests have yet been made and the investigation is ongoing. Police are continuing to ask the public to come forward with any information they have related to the fire. Please contact AMPS at 613-575-2000 or Akwesasne Crimestoppers at 613-575-2255 if you have any information. The arena remains closed until further notice. Indian Time contacted AMPS to get more information but our call was not ret...
The Kawehno:ke School marked their 100th day and the first awards ceremony of the new year. The theme of the month for January was Perseverance and the awards ceremony was held last Friday, February 9. This month's sponsor of the First Class club was Kastowa Gas who donated goodies for the students who got to watch the proceedings from First Class seating on the side of the AMS gymnasium. This is a monthly draw for all the students. Last December 14 the school held their annual Science Fair and...
Tsi Snaihne Drop-In Services will be offered every Monday from 2PM-5PM in the Iohahi:ho Cafeteria. Beginning February 5, 2018, one-on-one counselling service for sexual assault and support will be available every second Monday. Services include Family Resource Services, Advocate Services, and Referral Services. MCA Employees are welcome to utilize these services. For more information please call Bruno at (613) 937-4322 ext. 1523 or send an email to [email protected]....
Lyons, Neb. Center for Rural Affairs policy associate Anna Johnson said America stands to suffer as a result of President Trump’s 2019 budget, released this on February12, by the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) and the office of Management and Budget (OMB). “The President has proposed again to eliminate or shrink many programs that serve rural America, including those supporting rural businesses, cooperatives, and housing,” said Johnson. “The President is also calling for an investment of $50 billion in rural infrastructure, but thi...
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police blotter, Feb. 2-8: On Feb. 8, police charged Nicole M. Lazore, 25, of Massena with resisting arrest and obstruction of governmental administration, both misdemeanors. Tickets are returnable to Bombay Town Court on Feb. 20. On Feb. 2, police ticketed Alexandra C. Johnson, 23, of Hogansburg for inadequate brakelights and uninspected motor vehicle. Tickets are returnable to Tribal Court on Feb. 19. On Feb. 2, police ticketed Lai Kuang, 37, of Potsdam for expired inspection. Ticket is returnable to Tribal Court on...
These business advertisements are from a 1972 St. Regis Braves Lacrosse program. Ralphs Golden Eagle Gas Station is the current Jock's Quick Stop on Kawehnoke. Pines Inn was at the present Kastowa Gas Station. Fort Covington Hotel was "Gardners" which closed a few years ago. Tooties was in Rooseveltown almost across from Sweetflag Estates, and Hotel Roosevelt was known as "Pat and Rays." Photos provided by Derrick Lafrance. Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in...
LOCATION: Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club STATUS: Part-Time (up to 29 hrs./week) REPORTS TO: Program Manager SALARY: $10.40/HR START DATE: Immediately The Akwesasne Boys & Girls Club is seeking energetic and creative individuals to work in a fast paced after school program. Commuting post-secondary students are encouraged to apply. The Program Assistant will work in cooperation with other team members in the implementation of activities in a specific program area, such as Education & Technology, Health & Life Skills, Sports & Recreation, Arts &...
Post-Secondary and Adult Learning Full Time Permanent Position SALARY: CL06 $42,540.05-$44,241.65 POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Post-Secondary Manager, the Data Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation and up keep of the data inputted into the Dadavan database and/or any other future data system(s). The Data Systems Administrator ensures the integrity and security of physical files of the Post-Secondary student data and records; provides administrative support to the Post-Secondary staff and analyzes the systems and...
Annual Salary: $68,846- $98,356 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the public duties associated with maintaining and fostering community peace and social order within the framework of Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) Philosophy. To investigate criminal, non-criminal and traffic occurrences within the territory of Akwesasne. QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Graduate of a 2 year Police Foundations Program is considered an asset. • A clear Criminal Records check is mandatory. • A valid driver’s license with driv...
TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Birthdays: Feb. 15th Dorothy Cole Feb. 17th Hazel Bero & Clark Lazore Feb. 18th Barbara Garrow Feb. 19th Paulette Reid, Joyce Laffin & Phyllis Jacobs Feb. 22nd Margaret Montour Events: Feb. 16th – Virtual Bowling-10:30; Billiards @ Tsiionkwanonso:te-12:30; Tina’s Painting-1:00; Feb. 19th – Closed; Feb. 20th – Chair Yoga-10:00; Taste Testing-10:30; Shopping-1:00; Green Food Bag pickup-12:00-4:45; Feb. 21st – Eat Healthy Be Active-10:30-11:30; Guitar Day-11:00; Aug. 22nd – Chair Yoga-...
The PICKUP date for: Kana:takon @ the St. Regis Recreation Center is Tuesday, FEBRUARY 20th, 2018 from 11am-4pm. Tsi Snaihne @ the Tsi Snaihne Homemakers is Tuesday, FEBRUARY 20th, 2018 from 1:00-5:00pm. Kawehno:ke @ the Kawehno:ke Fire Station is Wednesday, FEBRUARY 21st, 2018 from 11am-4pm. If you have any questions please call CARLEE OAKES in Community Health at 613-575-2341 ext. 3220....
Friday, February 16, 2018 Held at the American Legion Post 1479, Hogansburg Sheila has to undergo major open-heart surgery. Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Dinner & Dance Meal starts at 11am till sold. We will be taking pre-orders, call 518-521-5961 (Larry) or 518-333-8751 (Melanie). Delivery on orders of 5 or more. Meals include: Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork, mac salad, salt potatoes, roll, and a drink for $10. Mohawk Auction will run all day and be drawn at 11pm at the dance. 8:00pm - 12:00 dance featuring the music of “Side Piece Blues Band.” $5 Sin...
The Office of Vital Statistics representative will be at the Administration Building 1, in Kana:takon, on Thursday, February 22, 2018. They will be there between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to accommodate community members who are unable to visit the office at Cornwall Island Administration Building 3. To help us serve you better, please call 613-575-2250 ext. 1013 for an appointment and further information....
Indian Time Newspaper will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2018 in observance of Family Day and President’s Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 9:00am. The deadline for the February 22nd paper is Friday, February 16, 2018....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2018 in observance of Family Day. Essential services and 24-hour care facilities will remain operational. Offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 8:00AM....
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, Department of Health is seeking two (2) community representatives to sit on the Akwesasne Health Board 2018-2019 FY; one (1) member from Kanatakon District and one (1) member from Kawehno:ke District. To qualify for appointment to the Akwesasne Advisory Health Board a person must: • Be a registered member of Akwesasne or immediately eligible to be registered as a member under the Akwesasne Membership code (does not include probationary members); • Have knowledge of Mohawk cultures and traditions; • Have good...
