A Voice from the Eastern Door

Articles from the March 23, 2023 edition


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  • Little Native Hockey League Returns After a Three-Year Hiatus

    Mar 23, 2023

    MISSISSAUGA – Ontario's largest Indigenous hockey tournament – the Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) was hosted by Nipissing First Nation with Hydro One as one of the presenting sponsors. The tournament kicked off on Sunday, March 12, after being cancelled for three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 49th annual LNHL took place in Mississauga at the Iceland Arena, from Sunday until Thursday, March 16th. More than 2,400 youth playing on 184 teams from between the ages of 5 and 17 years old...

  • Quebec Govt Invited to Recognize Existence of Systemic Racism & Discrimination in Quebec

    Mar 23, 2023

    KAHNAWA:KE – Quebec Native Women (QNW) today tabled a petition in the Blue Room of the Quebec National Assembly calling on Premier Legault’s government to recognize systemic racism and discrimination in Quebec and to adopt Joyce’s Principle. The petition, submitted by Québec solidaire member and co-spokesperson Manon Massé, calls on the Quebec government, through the recognition of systemic racism and discrimination and the adoption of Joyce’s Principle, to guarantee all Indigenous People, through concrete action, the right to equitable...

  • Second Man Arrested in Ninth Street Robbery Investigation

    Mar 23, 2023

    CORNWALL – A second man has been arrested in relation to an ongoing investigation involving a robbery on March 8th, 2023. It is alleged on March 8th, 2023, the man had been driving a motor vehicle when the vehicle pulled up beside a victim who was walking through a parking lot in the 200 block of Ninth Street. The driver of the vehicle, while wearing a disguise to conceal his face, demanded the victim's property and pointed a handgun at him. The victim's property was obtained, and the vehicle s...

  • Akwesasne Artist Adds Mohawk Influence To Children's Book

    Mar 23, 2023

    By Isaac White. A well-known Akwesasne artist, Bruce Boots, played a pivotal role in a Cornwall teacher's effort to recognize Indigenous people in the setting of her book about a child's adventure with his father exploring the land in furtherance of observing a moose in the wild. Graphic designer, painter, and illustrator, Bruce Boots describes himself as being interested in art for as long as he can remember. While describing his life as a professional artist since he was 18, his passion for...

  • HUBERT JOCK

    Mar 23, 2023

    AKWESASNE – Peacefully with the love and support of his family at his side, Hubert Jock, 96, passed away late Wednesday evening, March 15, 2023 at IA KHIH SOH THA Lodge, where he had been under their loving and compassionate care for the past few years. Hubert was born in Akwesasne on July 18, 1926, the son of the late Peter and Louise (Cook) Jock. He attended school in Bombay before being drafted in the US Army on October 12, 1944. He trained in Camp Landing, Florida and served in combat w... Full story

  • Tota News

    Mar 23, 2023

    TSI TETEWATAKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 Email address: [email protected] Please note: Anyone wishing to attend the congregate meal must call the Office for the Aging by 9:30am to reserve a meal. MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Club Dues for 2023 You can mail in your membership fee of $5.00 American to: SRM Senior Citizens Club PO Box 1106 Hogansburg, NY 13655 BIRTHDAYS: March 23rd-Peter Cree & Christie Horn March 25th-Marilyn White March 26th-Carol Coughlin March 27th-Ruth Ghostlaw & Judi Sprague March 28th-Irene Gambill March... Full story

  • St. Regis Mission News

    Mar 23, 2023

    ST. REGIS MISSION MASS INTENTIONS MARCH 22- 29, 2023 ALL CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATORY RESTRICTIONS APPLY WHICH INCLUDE: SOCIAL DISTANCING AND WEARING MASKS. THURSDAY MARCH 23, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Alex Roundpoint 3-year Memorial Anniversary by Pete and Patty Francis FRIDAY FEBRUARY MARCH 24, 2023 12:10 PM Offered for: Lori Ann Phillips by the St. Regis Mission Family SATURDAY MARCH 25, 2023 4:00 PM Offered for: Jackie Mitchell Memorial Birthday Anniversary by Joe and Esther Jock SUNDAY MARCH 26, 2023 10:00 AM Offered for: Florence Benedict...

  • Legal Notice

    Mar 23, 2023

    Letters of Administration on the Estate of Marion Lazore, late of Akwesasne, NY have been granted to Kimberly Terrance by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by April 23, 2023. Any creditors shall contact the Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....

  • Public Notice:

    Mar 23, 2023

    The following individuals are being considered for residency permits under the SRMT Residency Ordinance. Please email [email protected] or call Cathy Mitchell at 518-358-2272 by Friday, March 24, 2023, if you have any objections or concerns. Alda Herne David F.C Hill Debra Garrow Jared Ryan Munson Marla Light Brendyn Fogt Janine A. Cook...

  • Sue Ellen Herne: Finding Her Mohawk Voice Through Art and Language

    Mar 23, 2023

    By Todd Moe. NCPR. Mohawk artist Sue Ellen Herne is a life-long student, with a wide-ranging palette of talent - quilting, painting, basketry, sewing, and bead work. An exhibit of her latest work is on display this month at the Akwesasne Cultural Center and Museum. Sue Ellen Herne is the former program coordinator at the Akwesasne Cultural Center. Recently, she's gone back to being a fulltime student - studying to become more fluent in the Mohawk language. Her artwork throughout her life has...

  • SUNY Women's Hockey Player Named All-American

    Mar 23, 2023

    AMHERST, MA – SUNY Potsdam senior women's hockey player Kaylee Merrill has been named to the 2022-23 CCM Hockey/AHCA Division II-III All-American Hockey Teams. She has earned a spot on the East's first team. Merrill is the first in program history to earn the honor. The Bears captain was named the Northeast Women's Hockey League's Player of the Year on March 3, a day after earning a spot on the all-conference first team. On Monday, she was announced as a finalist for the Laura Hurd Award, g...

  • EDITH M. RYBKE

    Mar 23, 2023

    AKWESASNE – Edith M. Rybke, 85, 378 State Highway 37, formerly a longtime resident of Drum Street Road, peacefully passed away late Thursday evening, March 16, 2023 in the comfort of her home, where she had been under the loving care of her sister, Barb; her daughter, Jean; and her granddaughters, Mya, Santana, and Cameron. Edith was born on May 28, 1937 in Saranac Lake, the daughter of the late Malcolm and Charlotte (Tarbell) Gadway. She attended Mohawk school before going to Bombay High S... Full story

  • LISA M. MITCHELL

    Mar 23, 2023

    AKWESASNE – Lisa Marie Mitchell, 42, of Rooseveltown Road, unexpectedly passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at Cornwall Community Hospital. Lisa was born on March 30, 1981, the daughter of Anita (Montour) Mitchell and the late Ronald L. Mitchell. She first attended Mohawk School before graduating from Salmon River Central School. She continued her education to be come a LPN, working for a time with Mohawk Council, Glen-Stor-Dun Lodge in Cornwall, and most recently Cornwall Island Long Term C... Full story

  • Akwesasne Court Public Notice

    Mar 23, 2023

    In accordance with the Akwesasne Residency Law MCR #1997/998-60 dated May 22, 1997, public notice is hereby given. Amanda M. Tryon, of 1486 Island Road, Kawehnoke has been found guilty of violating the Residency Law, Section 4.0 “not having a Residency Permit” and Section 12.a any non-member wishing to reside in the Territory of Akwesasne must submit completed application for a Residency Permit. Amanda M. Tryon has until June 30, 2023 to apply and be granted a Residency Permit or an Exclusion Order becomes effective July 1, 2023. Ban...

  • Legal Notice

    Mar 23, 2023

    Letters of testamentary for the Estate of Isabel Mary Garrow and Estate of Leonard Carlton Garrow, of Akwesasne, NY, have been requested by Daniel J. Garrow and Carol E. Garrow. Notice is hereby given to anyone objecting to the appointment of Daniel J. Garrow and Carol E. Garrow. All potential creditors who may have an interest in the aforementioned estate or those wanting to object to the validity of the will must notify the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court at (518) 358-6300 by no later than April 22, 2023....

  • Legal Notice

    Mar 23, 2023

    Letters of administration on the Estate of Ronald A. Thompson, late of Akwesasne, NY have been granted to Deborah Thompson by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by April 22, 2023. Any creditors shall contact the Tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....

  • Legal Notice

    Mar 23, 2023

    Carrie Hill has requested letters of Administration on the Estate of Curtis J. Mitchell of Akwesasne, NY. Notice is hereby given to all potential creditors to said estate who may have an interest in said estate to present their interest to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court by April 22, 2023. Any creditors to said estate shall contact the tribal Court Clerk at 518-358-6300....

  • Franklin County Public Health Announces 2023 Rabies Vaccination Schedule

    Mar 23, 2023

    Franklin County Public Health will hold free rabies vaccination clinics at the following locations: Community Date Time Location: Malone 3/27/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department Westville 4/12/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department Saranac Lake 5/8/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department Vermontville 5/22/2023 6-7:30pm Kate Mountain Park Brushton 6/14/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department Fort Covington 7/12/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department Constable 7/18/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department St. Regis Falls 8/9/2023 6-7:30pm Fire Department Chateaugay 8/15/2023 6-7:30pm Bus Garage...

  • Franklin County Public Health Services Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs, Cats and Ferrets

    Mar 23, 2023

    Where: Malone Fire Department, 37 Finney Boulevard When: March 27, 2023 Time: 6-7:30pm Appointment Required To register for an appointment - Register online at: https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties?DateID=F653D3F894D303F6E0530A6C7C169E40 Or call Franklin County: (518) 481-1710 - Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm Please note: an additional Malone clinic will be held at the Rec Park on 10/10/23 from 5-6:30pm. Every dog, cat (even indoor pets) & ferret 3 months of age or older is required to be vaccinated. Ferrets must be...

  • MANAGER

    Mar 23, 2023

    Native North American Travelling College 1 Ronathahonni Lane, Akwesasne, Ontario K6H 5R7 Job Posting The Native North American Traveling College Board of Directors is looking for a Manager for the Native North American Traveling College (NNATC). NNATC is an ever-growing organization dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Mohawk cultural heritage delivering workshops, education, and presentations to our neighboring communities and beyond. The Manager must possess an extensive...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Mar 23, 2023

    Salmon River Central School District is currently accepting applications for the following position for the 2022-2023 school year: Current Openings: • Art Teacher • Driver Education Teacher • Elementary Teacher Pre-K - 6 • Math Teacher • Reading Teacher • Special Education Teacher • Technology Teacher Anticipated Openings for 2023-24 School Year: • Speech and Language Teacher • Elementary Teacher Pre-K - 6 • Elementary Art Teacher • Math Interventionist • Science Teacher (Biology and General Science) Application Deadline: Immediately - Until Fi...

  • Robert Cook Jr "Karonhnise"

    Mar 23, 2023

    Akwesasne: Robert Cook Jr "Karonhnise", 39, of Kanatakon, passed away on March 16, 2023 at Cornwall Community Hospital. Robbie joe was born on August 6, 1983 in Cornwall, Ontario, the son of Robert Cook and Sherry Johnson- Oakes. He attended Salmon River Central School and graduated in 2001. Rob played hockey and his team went on to win the State Championship in 2001. He also played lacrosse in High School and played locally for numerous teams. Rob married Jody Lazore on August 22, 2009 in Tsi S... Full story

  • WALTER A. BENEDICT

    Mar 23, 2023

    Walter Angus Benedict, 82 of Akwesasne joined his wife of 50 years, Glenda (Herne) in the spirit world surrounded by loved ones on March 19, 2023 while under the care of Hospice. Walter was born on April 25, 1940 in Cornwall, Ontario, Canada to Isaac Benedict and Louise McComber. Walter is predeceased by his parents and siblings, Angus McCumber, Alfred McCumber in infancy, Patrick Benedict, Carl Benedict, Stella Pecenka, Marion White, Grace Peters, and one daughter, Brenda Kay, stillborn. He is... Full story

  • ANTICIPATED VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

    Mar 23, 2023

    The Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES (EO/AAE) is currently accepting applications for the following anticipated positions: • New Visions Health Teacher Located at Adirondack Educational Center-Saranac Lake • Welding Teacher Located at Salmon River Central School • Health Occupations Teacher Located at North Franklin Education Center - Malone Salary for all positions: Starting at $51,865 with additional compensation-based experience and credit hours. Deadline to apply: March 27, 2023 Qualifications, job descriptions and applications can be found...

  • CAA Management is currently looking for reliable, hard-working talent for the following positions...

    Mar 23, 2023

    POSITIONS • HR Assistant • Nations Trading-Admin Assistant • Nations Trading -Brand Ambassador • Budtender • Line cook • Fuel Attendant • Cashier • Server • Grab-N-Go Worker • Cleaner For more information please contact Human Resource Dept. by phone 518.358.6072x113 or by email [email protected] Or Apply online at twinleafstores.com...

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