A Voice from the Eastern Door
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The Salmon River Shamrock Boys Varsity Lacrosse team took the Section X Title, beating the Potsdam Sandstoners to close out an undefeated season at 18-0. The Section X Championship game was played on the field at SUNY Canton this past Thursday night with the Shamrocks beating the Sandstoners by 21-2. After the game Head Coach Jim Barnes was honored with his first ‘Section X Coach of the Year’ award. This is Barnes’ first time receiving the award since he took the helm after previous Head Coach...
The Ontario government has done it again with the passage of Bill 186, Supporting Smoke-Free Ontario by Reducing Contraband Tobacco Act, within 6-short weeks. This act is a prime example of the province’s failure to consult with First Nations communities regarding issues that directly impact them. “This is the clearest indication yet that the Government of Ontario does not fully accept its responsibility to consult with First Nations when new laws impact on their rights,” said Grand Chief Randall Phillips representing the view of the Assoc...
“We aren’t what you think we’d be,” said local musician “Buck” Cook about the band he plays with called Arcane Belief who recently signed with a record company in Oklahoma. The band itself is comprised of four members, Cory White is the songwriter who also plays rhythm guitar and piano. Buck Cook collaborates with White on their songs, and it also the lead guitarist. Cory Jacobs is their lead vocalist who also plays Brass Guitar. The newest member is Duane Greenfield on drums, who has been de...
Born: June 4, 1959 Died: June 4, 2011 David passed away peacefully on his 52th birthday at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona of complications from his heart defect. He was surrounded by family and a close circle of friends and many of the doctors and staff that have cared for him over the last 5 years. As many of you know, Dave was born with a heart defect that affected many aspects of his life that so many of us take for granted; such as, his blue lips, be able to run and play and...
TUSCARORA NATION — Kimball Jones Patterson, age 59, of the Tuscarora Indian Reservation, passed away suddenly on Monday, June 6, 2011. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, Kimball attended Niagara Wheatfield Senior High School and in 1973 graduated from Niagara University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. He was employed as an iron worker through Iron Workers Local Union 9 in Niagara Falls, NY. He also served as an apprentice instructor and retired in July 2004 after thirty-one year...
BABA It’s a month already that you went to a warmer place The sunshine that you made shine so bright for me has gone and fallen asleep with you I know that one day it will be bright again, but until then my heart aches and my eyes fill with tears for you People come up to me and still give me hugs and say that it is still so unbelievable that you are gone up above They ask how I’m doing and I tell them that I’m doing “ok” but they know different because of the look on my face You will be the bi...
This was written by Dave King on Friday, May 27, 2011. From the bottom of my heart I thank you all for the prayers and well wishes and support that my husband’s family and community have shown me. It has always been and will always be my great honor to be his wife and a member of the King and David family. Nia:wen Kowa, Lizz She:kon Sewakrekon Akwesaronon, I realize there is no word in the Kanienkehaka language that says “I’m Sorry”. I apologize for the amount of time it has taken me to write this letter of gratitude to you all. I have had a h...
Thank you, I would like to express my gratitude for the fundraising activities that have been going on for me this past month or so. The support from my friends, family and community has been overwhelming. I cannot thank you enough for all of the kindness and generosity extended to me. To everyone who donated items for the auctions and the luncheon, thank you so much! I’ve been told of all the beautiful baskets that were prepared by so many generous people! The lasagna lunch that was put together where so many people and businesses donated t...
Letter to the Editor, I found the Indian Time very interesting this past week of June 2, 2011 because of the letters to the editor. I laughed as I read the letters that supported Cecil Garrow. I found this interesting; he is using the method that Randy Hart used to get the folks to vote him into office. These same individuals have tried to get the Constitutional Government in place years back but failed. Although I see nothing wrong with this government system, mainly because it was how the Iroquois used to have their form of government. But,...
Letter to the Editor: I would like to thank everyone that supported me in the election that took place this past weekend. Thank you for taking the time out of your day to cast your vote. I feel that voting is one of the most important duties that we must fulfill. I didn’t win, but I would like to ask that we show our support to the winning candidate, Michael Connors Jr. Congratulations, Mr. Connors, you have my full support for the next three-years. As I had said during one of the candidates’ nights, “The community will not be making any mista...
To the Editor, As a former editor of Indian Time, I was very disappointed to see a letter published in the June 2, 2011 issue that was little more than character assassination against Mrs. Barbara Lazore, a former tribal chief and candidate in the recent election. I found especially sad the accusation that because she and her husband ran a bar in Rochester, that she is somehow to blame for those ironworkers who drank their pay-checks away. These men were responsible for their own actions and it is their fault if their families suffered, if...
Indian Time Newspaper has received inquiries into our policies regarding the ‘Letter to the Editor’ section. The disclaimer below has been printed on page 2 in every issue of the paper: Editorials and Letters to the Editor provide a means of expression outside the normal parameters of journalistic news. We gladly accept submissions by anyone interested. However, we highly emphasize that the opinions and thoughts expressed in those written works belong to the writer and do not necessarily represent the opinions and thoughts of the Indian Tim...
DANGEROUS OPERATION – Eric Montour, 34 of Akwesasne was arrested on the 31st of May, 2011. It is alleged that on the 31st of May, 2011 at approximately 2:00 a.m. he was observed by members of the Cornwall Community Police Service to be driving erratically eastbound on Second Street. Upon activating emergency equipment to stop the motor vehicle, the male quickly U-turned, hopped the curb at the corner of Water Street and Pitt Street and caused damage to a lawn. He continued over the International bridge at which time he was intercepted by m...
During this time of changes it is helpful to take a look back and recall who we were as Native people. Much of what we believe has been somewhat distorted by the media, formal educational systems, books, movies and popular music. We now identify with symbols of our Indian status rather than actually living according to our ancestral values. But it was only a generation or two ago when the American Indian defined life by its beauties rather than its material potentials. An important book to read which summarizes Native society was written by...
United States Attorney Richard S. Hartunian announced the sentencing of a Fort Covington man for conspiracy to possess and possess with intent to distribute marijuana. Phillip Lauzon, 50, of Fort Covington, New York, was sentenced today by Senior United States District Judge Frederick J. Scullin to a term of probation of two years following his plea of guilty to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute and distribute between 20 and 40 kilograms of marijuana around October 2008. Lauzon played a minor role in a large-scale marijuana conspi...
The 6th annual Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards (APCMAs) are gearing up to take place in Winnipeg on November 3rd and 4th, 2011. Submissions are wanted by Aboriginal artists from across Canada and North America, and Indigenous artists from around the world. ARTISTS INVITED TO SUBMIT FOR APCMA’S The APCMAs are part of the Manito Ahbee Festival, and recognize and celebrate the best in Aboriginal music. Winners are chosen by music fans and industry stakeholders through an online voting system. All submissions are uploaded online for r...
These are some of the grade six students who began sewing after school to complete their ribbon shirts and dresses for graduation. They began working on their clothing in January, staying after school once a week with helpers Leanne King and Mrs. King. This was an enjoyable time together and it was obvious that each student enjoyed the projects, especially when Leanne brought in snacks. There was an offer to help the children create their own outfits as long as they provided their own material....
Akwesasne Mohawk Casino – It was certainly a day to remember as the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino concluded its Memorial Weekend giveaway on Sunday night by giving away a brand new FORD Mustang. Five contestants were drawn and verified for the chance to select a numbered case, one of which held the picture of the vehicle and the other four with consolation prizes of $1000. One by one each came, stood by the case of their choice and at the end one lucky guest on summer vacation claimed top honors. “This is my first BIG win here at the casino,” state...
The Assembly of First Nations Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo launched the “First Nation Advocacy, Awareness and Action” initiative as of June 1, 2011. “Our goal this June is to continue to advance a greater understanding between First Nations and all Canadians,” said Atleo in a release from AFN. This initiative was brought forward at a good time, as the Canada Border Service Agency here at the Cornwall Port of Entry has implemented one of the negotiated terms between them and the Akwesasne community. CBSA has created a new position in their o...
The Akwesasne Territory has only two legal gaming establishments: the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and the Mohawk Bingo Palace. Any gaming establishment not licensed by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Commission would operate illegally under Tribal law, Federal law and State law. Any unlicensed gaming establishment is unregulated, unsupervised and operated without the benefit of any tribal oversight. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Commission cannot guarantee the safety of any patron, the fairness of any...
Akwesasne, NY June 6, 2011--- The Tarbell Management Group (TMG) has decided it is in the best interest of the St. Regis Mohawk Community to cease construction on its fiber optic communications initiative (NOC - Native Optical Communications). Brandon Tarbell, CEO of TMG, stated that TMG has been working on constructing a fiber optic (broadband) network that it hoped would provide coverage on the entire Mohawk Reservation and even beyond. However, Mr. Tarbell stated “with the awarding of the $10.5 million federal stimulus grant to the St. Regis...
Name: Micah Daniel Ratwirisere Boots Weight: 7lbs 1 oz Name: Masyn DeCota Iehnenkenhawi Boots Weight: 5lbs 6ozs Parents: Kayla & Austin Boots Born: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 Maternal grandparents: Kim Loran, Charles Thompson Paternal grandparents: Emily Boots, Barry & Barb Montour Maternal great grandparents: Venita & the late Daniel Loran Paternal great grandparents: Sandra Jacobs, Art Montour...
1. Tsikáhkwara Bass, Rock 2. Tsiskawí:ia’k Bass, Small Mouth (Black Bass) 3. Rabahbót Bullhead 4. Onawa’tstokón:ha Bullhead 5. Skentstén:ri Carp 6. Kiawerón:ko Eel (freshwater) 7. Kéntsion Fish 8. Kaniión:ta Minnow 9. Kanò:tsiot Muskellunge 10. Oiahè:ta Perch 11. Tsikónhses Pike 12. Teiokién:taron Sturgeon 13. Atenà:tara Sunfish 14. Kiokià:kton Trout 15. Skakahráksen Walleye 16. Kentsiowá:nen ne skakahraksen It is a big walleye 17. Ken’nikentsiá:’a ne skakahraksen It is a little walleye 18. Oh nikén:tsiake? How many fish? 19. Skén:tsia 1 fis...
Support groups are a place for people to give and receive both emotional and practical support as well as to exchange information. People with genetic health conditions, as well as their friends and families find support groups to be a valuable resource — a place where people can share medical information, get confirmation that their feelings are “normal,” educate others, or just let off steam. When someone is searching for a support group, the single most important thing to remember may be: if the group doesn’t feel right to you or doesn’t...
St. Regis Village School - SD&G Tournament - “B” Champions Front row: Crystal Francis, Patricia Thomas, Rachel Lazore, Mary Oakes, Stephanie Buckshot, Kim Johnson Back row: Marion White, Debbie Square, Nancy White, Shannon White, Kelly Jacobs, Kathleen Johnson Coach: Lois Thomas Thank you to Lois Thomas for sharing this photo with our readers....
