A Voice from the Eastern Door

Articles from the April 12, 2012 edition


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  • A Tribute to Akwesasne From Centennial to Millennial Spring

    Apr 12, 2012

    A cross cultural exchange of traditional songs and dances Everyone welcome at Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at 2:00 and 6:30 sharp! A welcoming reception was held on Wed. April 11th at the St. Regis Recreation Hall. David Staddon did a welcome in the Japanese language. Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs Eddie Gray and Richard Mitchell greeting the visitors to our territory. Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Grand Chief Mike Mitchell and Saint Regis Mohawk Chief Randy Hart...

  • Student Submission

    Apr 12, 2012

    The following is an outline of a cross curriculum unit done in my 6th grade classroom here at Salmon River School District. The writing piece is a letter to the editor. INTEGRATING SCIENCE WITH ELA The students in Mrs. Bailey’s class worked on a cross curriculum unit around the “Earth’s Changing Climate” science theme. In small groups the students read Carl Hiaasen’s books “Flush “and “SCAT” as well as “Green Boy” by Susan Cooper. These three books all shared environmental and illegal issues that the characters became involved in to help change...

  • Job Interview Tips

    Apr 12, 2012

    The Consumer Corner is a part of the Indian Time newspaper to help you, the community, with your home life. To help with purchases, whether it be food or a television. With gas prices over $4.00 per gallon we all need to have our dollar go further. The Consumer Corner tries to help you in all areas of your daily life with your family. There are many people looking for work and Akwesasne is no different. This week the Consumer Corner will offer tips on job interviews. Nervous, scared, not able to express yourself well in the interview? Try...

  • IRS deadline is April 17th

    Barbara Montour CPA|Apr 12, 2012

    United States Tax filers will have until Tuesday, April 17, to file their 2011 tax returns and pay any tax due because April 15 falls on a Sunday, and Emancipation Day, a holiday observed in the District of Columbia, falls this year on Monday, April 16. According to federal law, District of Columbia holidays impact tax deadlines in the same way that federal holidays do; therefore, all taxpayers will have two extra days to file this year. Tax filers requesting an extension will have until Oct. 15 to file their 2012 tax returns. An extension...

  • We Love Visitors!

    Apr 12, 2012

    Indian Time is lucky to receive many visitors every week. Whether it’s a parent bringing in a new baby for a photograph or an elder who wants us to look at photos with him, our doors are always open and we love our visitors. We love them so much we want to share them with you. “We Love Visitors” series is simply a way to share members of the community with you. So, don’t be scared to come and visit us (we’ll only photograph those willing) but if you have something special you want to show us,...

  • Blast from the Past

    Apr 12, 2012

    Laura Cree and Grace Roundpoint with their mother Mary Cook Thompson. Taken at the St. Regis Church. Thank you to Jean Thompson Altman for sharing this photo with our readers. Do you have any old photos that you’d like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....

  • Forestry Laborer

    Apr 12, 2012

    Division: Environment Salary: $10.08 – 14.25/hr Status: Full-time, Seasonal Deadline: Onerahtókha/April 27, 2012 Description of Position: Under supervision of the Forestry Technician and Forestry Foreman, perform manual labor necessary to remove trees and brush for forestry management activities. Laborers use a variety of hand and power tools to remove fallen and down tree debris. Work is conducted in extreme weather conditions and outdoors. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must be able to lift heavy weights 60-lbs and gre...

  • Nutrition Assistant

    Apr 12, 2012

    Position: Nutrition Assistant Division: IHS, Nutrition/WIC Program Salary: $10.08 – 13.90/hr 43-4111 Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Onerahtókha/April 27, 2012 Description of Position: Nutrition Assistant for the N.Y.S WIC program assists in the collection of nutrition and health data such as anthropometric and hematological data and provides basic participant-centered nutrition education (individual/family sessions and facilitated group discussions). Qualifications: High School diploma or GED with one year of experience working wi...

  • Trades Helper (Relief Linehandler)

    Apr 12, 2012

    A job posting for Trades Helper (Relief Linehandler) at the Saint Lawrence Seaway Dev. Corp. in Massena, NY opened April 4, 2012 and closes on April 25, 2012. We are recruiting to fill 5 positions. The USAJOBS (www.USAJOBS.gov ) link to the posting is: http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/313436200...

  • SECONDARY ART TEACHER

    Apr 12, 2012

    Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • SECONDARY ART TEACHER (long term sub) Approximate start date is May 1, 2012. Salmon River Central is a unique multi­cultural school community and encourages applications from qualified Native Americans. Submit letter of application and current resume with references to: Annemarie FitzRandolph Salmon River Central School 637 County Route #1 Fort Covington, NY 12937...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Apr 12, 2012

    Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following positions: -SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER (ELECTRICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED) Residency is waived. For full job description, please visit www.srk12org and civil services application is at http://franklincony.org Submit completed civil service application, letter of interest, credentials and current resume with references by April 16, 2012 to: Natascha L. Jock, School Business Executive Salmon River Central...

  • Automotive Mechanic

    Apr 12, 2012

    A job posting for an Automotive Mechanic at the Saint Lawrence Seaway Dev. Corp. in Massena, NY opened March 21, 2012 and closes on April 23, 2012. The USAJOBS (www.USAJOBS.gov ) link to the posting is: http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/312339500...

  • Akwesasne Cultural Center Library Employment Opportunity Job Title: Library Clerk

    Apr 12, 2012

    Part Time: 20 - 28 hours per week Between 9 am - 5 pm Rate of Pay: $11.00 per hour Responsibilities: To develop and implement weekly reading programs for preschool, elementary and middle school students; provide holiday and summer programming with story/reading time and craft activities. Additionally, assist library patrons with computer services, assist library staff with library services, other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, some college preferred; experience with preschool, elementary and middle...

  • Tota News

    Apr 12, 2012

    TOTA NEWS TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 BIRTHDAYS: April 13th Joy Desgagne April 13th William Loran April 14th Yvette Francis April 15th Jenning Tremblay April 17th Lois Gooshaw April 18th Erica Barnes April 18th Louise Jock April 18th Theresa Skidders April 18th Patricia Spossey April 18th John White April 19th Cecelia Cook April 19th Ida Oakes April 19th Tom Stacey UPCOMING EVENTS: April 13th – 10:00 Jewelry Making, 1:00 Trip to IGA April 16th – 9:30 Senior Games Meeting, 1:00 Bingo April 17th – 10:00 Club Meet...

  • Akwesasne Medical Clinic Schedule 613-575-2341 ext. 3214

    Apr 12, 2012

    Fri. April 13th Dr. Forson-by appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. April 14th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 8:30-11:30 Mon. April 16th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:30 Tues. April 17th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:15 Wed. April 18th No Doctor Lab-8:30-10:00 Thurs. April 19th No Doctor...

  • KAWEHNO:KE MEDICAL CLINIC SCHEDULE 613-932-5808

    Apr 12, 2012

    Fri. April 13th Dr. Udoeyop-Women’s Clinic 10:00-3:00 Mon. April 16th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Tues. April 17th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. April 18th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Thurs. April 19th No Doctor...

  • Akwesasne Cancer Support Group 4th ANNUAL 5 MILE WALK/RUN

    Apr 12, 2012

    In Memory of Louie Lazore When: April 29th, 2012 Get your sneakers out of your closet and join us for our annual walk. More info to come… Akwesasne Cancer Support Group...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    Apr 12, 2012

    PO Box 101 - Akwesasne, Que .H0M 1A0 OR P.O. Box 1043 Hogansburg, NY 13655 Contact Diane King [email protected]...

  • Village Currency Notice

    Apr 12, 2012

    Notice to our valued clients The Village Currency Exchange will be closed until further notice while we undergo maintenance. We thank you for your patience at this time. Niawen...

  • Spring Fling Vendor Fair

    Apr 12, 2012

    April 14 & 15, 2012 10am-4pm Both Days Kateri Hall Route 37 Akwesasne NY Benefit 2012 Kateri Conference & the 2012 Kateri Canonization Trip to Rome. Vendors from Northern New York & Akwesasne Concession Stand will be available. Raffles Come out and see us!...

  • Important Dates for the Tetewatskahon Green Food Box Program

    Apr 12, 2012

    Pick up day for Cornwall Island 4/18/2012 Pick up day for Kanatakon 4/17/2012 Important Notes: Place your order by 3pm on the Ordering Deadline The Pick up times for Kanatakon is 12:00 pm - 6:00 p.m. The Pick up times for Kawehnoke is 11:00 am - 4:30 p.m....

  • Benefit lunch and 50/50 raffle for Niko Jacques-son of Doogie LaFrance-Sunday

    Apr 12, 2012

    FRIDAY APRIL 13th AT THE H.A.V.F.D. from 11:00 a.m. till all is sold. 358-2161 to pre-order 521-7275, delivery on 4 or more orders. BBQ pulled pork, salt potatoes, coleslaw, bake beans, corn on the cob, dessert and drink for $10.00 All proceeds will benefit Nikos trip to Dr. Rockson in Standford California and to the Foeldi Clinic in Hinterzarten Germany. Niawen kowa...

  • Branching Out With Books A NEW PRE-TEEN BOOK CLUB!

    Apr 12, 2012

    Date: Mondays (4/16 and 4/23) Time: 3:30-5:00pm Location: Akwesasne Library Open to all Akwesasne students in Grades 4-8 regardless of residency. For more information: Molly Plunkett [email protected] or (203) 927-9245, SLU Class of 2014...

  • My Favorite Elder Contest

    Apr 12, 2012

    The Office for the Aging is putting a spotlight on the important role elders play in sharing their experience, wisdom, and understanding, and passing on that knowledge to other generations in a variety of significant ways. We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual “My Favorite Elder” writing contest which will coincide with the National theme for Older Americans Month which is: Never too Old to Play! All community members are invited to participate and their essay should include the following: • Feature at least one living elder aged 60 or ol...

  • ZUMBA CLASSES

    Apr 12, 2012

    Come join the fun Thursday evenings at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center! Class time is 7:30pm-8:15pm Cost is $5.00 per class ~ $20.00 for 5 classes...

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