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Articles from the May 10, 2012 edition


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  • “The Queens from St. Regis Rd.”

    May 10, 2012

    L-R: Ginger Lazore, Janice (Tarbell) Tallett, Darlene (Jacobs) Sunday, Margaret (Tarbell) Jacobs, Edith (Gadway) Rybke. Thank you to Darlene Sunday 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 o...

  • Salmon River Recognizes Students at Awards Ceremony

    Rachelle Garrow Hayes|May 10, 2012

    On Thursday May 3rd, Salmon River Central High School recognized and honored its students during the annual High School Awards Ceremony. Superintendent Jane Collins welcomed parents and students to the event and congratulated students for their achievements. High school principal, Alison Benedict, and guidance counselors, Toni Siddon and Rachelle Hayes were on hand to present awards to students. Salmon River graduate and local radio celebrity, Sandy Cook, graciously donated his time to emcee...

  • Salmon River Recognizes Students at Awards Ceremony

    Rachelle Garrow Hayes|May 10, 2012

    On Thursday May 3rd, Salmon River Central High School recognized and honored its students during the annual High School Awards Ceremony. Superintendent Jane Collins welcomed parents and students to the event and congratulated students for their achievements. High school principal, Alison Benedict, and guidance counselors, Toni Siddon and Rachelle Hayes were on hand to present awards to students. Salmon River graduate and local radio celebrity, Sandy Cook, graciously donated his time to emcee...

  • Cook Aide

    May 10, 2012

    Division: Early Childhood Development Program Salary: $17,680 – 20,446.40 35-2021 Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Deadline: Onerahtohkó:wa/May 18, 2012 Description of Position: Under the general direction of the Early Childhood Development Program’s Administrative Assistant, responsible for assisting the Head Cook in the preparation of well balanced, nutritional meals daily. Qualifications: Some experience in working in the food service field with a Safe Serve Certification or equivalent. Successful candidate must pass criminal background chec...

  • VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    May 10, 2012

    Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: • ENGLISH TEACHER (Secondary - beginning September 2012) Salmon River Central is a unique multi-cultural 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 SALMON RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

    May 10, 2012

    Salmon River Central School District (EO/AAE), located in the Northern Adirondack region of NYS, is accepting applications for the following position: -SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER (Electrical Experience Required) Residency is waived. For full job description, please visit www.srk12org and civil service application is at http://franklincony.org Submit completed application, civil service application, letter of interest, credentials and current resume with references by May 21, 2012 to: Natascha L. Jock, School Business Executive Salmon River...

  • Service Canada Representatives

    May 10, 2012

    Akwesasne, May, 2012 If you have questions about: • Old Age Security (OAS) Pension, • Canada Pension, • Social Insurance, • Employment Insurance, • Birth Registration and Birth Certificate applications • Services for Children &Youth and other government Programs, Service Canada Representatives are available on the second Tuesday of each month at the Cornwall Island Administration Building #3 (CIA#3) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to answer your questions. Please go directly to the CIA#3 for services. They are also available on the fourth Tues...

  • MOHAWK COUNCIL OF AKWESASNE REQUEST FOR TENDER

    May 10, 2012

    DATE: May 2, 2012 Tenders are hereby invited for the supply of services for the Stanley Island grass cutting program within the property limits as controlled by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. The right is reserved to accept or reject quotations on any item separately or on the tender as a whole. Please prepare your tender in three (3) copies on this form, being careful to fill in all blanks, sign properly and forward to the identified address. All transportation and services and equipment furnished is the responsibility of the contractor....

  • Akwesasne Cultural Center MUSEUM JOB POSTING JOB TITLE: PHONE INTERVIEWER

    May 10, 2012

    Responsibilities: Will assist in implementing a community-wide survey by phone; asking questions and accurately documenting replies. Qualifications: Good speaking voice and diction, reading and writing skills. A basic knowledge of traditional practices and fluency in Kanien’keha will be preferred. 4 temporary part time positions – $10./hour Applications: may be picked up at the Akwesasne Library or Museum OR by email: [email protected] Deadline: Friday, May 18, 2012...

  • Mohawk Council of Akwesasne 2012 Summer Youth Employment Program Empowering Our Youth

    May 10, 2012

    “Through Positive Employment Opportunities with MCA” Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is pleased to announce the 2012 Summer Youth Employment Program. The diversity of career opportunities within MCA is advantageous to youth seeking career direction. We are seeking you as our future leaders, health care professionals, administrators, educators, and various other fields of operation. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Human Resources is currently accepting applications for the 2012 Summer Youth Employment Program. The 2012 Summer Youth Employment Pro...

  • VILLAGE CHECK CASHING CENTER (Formerly, THE VILLAGE CURRENCY EXCHANGE) JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: MANAGER OF OPERATIONS

    May 10, 2012

    REPORTS TO: BOARD OF DIRECTORS SALARY: $35,100 – 49,400 per annum PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: A Manager of Operations is responsible for efficient, effective supervision of the office, ensuring that all established policies and procedures are followed and delegating day-to-day operations to other employees. The Manager of Operations is also responsible for the proper accounting of business operations, as well as frequent production of reports to the Board of Directors. The Manager of Operations must be available to make business calls and represent t...

  • JOB POSTING RESEARCHERS (1) PERMANENT FULL TIME POSITION (1) FULL-TIME / 3 YEAR TERM POSITION (w/ Possibility of Permanency) ABORIGINAL RIGHTS & RESEARCH OFFICE

    May 10, 2012

    Annual Salary: Pay Band 7 $41,956.77 - $51,654.99 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Researcher is responsible for carrying out research objectives and projects of the ARRO within set timelines for potential and existing land claims and litigation opportunities, as well as providing research support for other ARRO projects. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: University Degree in History, Governance, Political Science, Anthropology Native Studies, or related field; 5 years related experience in a First Nations organizations; The incumbent will be...

  • Akwesasne Housing Authority NOTICE INVITATION FOR BIDS

    May 10, 2012

    Bid No. 12-006 Residential Site Work Notice is hereby given that Residential Site Work bid packages will be available for pick-up at the Akwesasne Housing Authority office on Friday, May 4, 2012. Sealed bids will be received at the Akwesasne Housing Authority Office, until Thursday, May 31, 2012, 10:00 am local time, at which time they will be publicly opened and read for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment, and performing all work necessary and incidental to: Residential Site Work (3 Sites) in accordance with the Akwesasne Housing...

  • Tota News

    May 10, 2012

    TSI TETEWATATKENS St. Regis Mohawk Senior Center 518-358-2963 MAY BIRTHDAYS: May 1st Martha A. Cook May 1st Lawrence Herne May 3rd Ethel Oakes May 3rd Lois Thomas May 4th Louis Phillips May 5th Adeline Herne May 5th Phyllis Terrance May 5th Helen Phillips May 8th John Neil Laughing May 10th May Cole May 10th Cecelia B. Cook May 11th Kenneth Thompson May 12th Rosemarie Sunday May 14th Sheila M. Cook May 14th Andrea Cooke May 14th Theodore L. Cook May 14th Lou Ann Paquin UPCOMING EVENTS: Fri. May 11th – No Lunch will be served-Mothers Day E...

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

    May 10, 2012

    Fri. May 11th Dr. Forson-by appt. 9:00-11:30 Sat. May 12th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Mon. May 14th Dr. Forson-Walk-In 9:00-11:00 Dr. Levac-by Referral 1:00-3:30 Tues. May 15th Dr. Forson-by Appt. 9:00-11:00 Wed. May 16th No Doctor Life labs 8:30-10:00 Thurs. May 17th No Doctor...

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

    May 10, 2012

    Fri. May 11th Dr. Udoeyop-Women’s Clinic 10:00-3:00 Mon. May 14th Dr. Tremblay-Walk-In 8:00-11:00 Tues. May 15th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Wed. May 16th Dr. Young-Walk-In 8:30-11:30 Thurs. May 17th No Doctor...

  • Prom Time!

    Tiffany Leabo|May 10, 2012

    It’s that time of year again. Prom is upon us. For teens this is a time to get all dressed up, go on a date, have a nice dinner, do some dancing and celebrating, and feel like an adult. They celebrate the end of high school with their friends and just have a great time. For parents this can be a time of worry. Parents worry about what happens after prom and sometimes before. They worry about drinking, drugs, and driving under the influence among many more things. The Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency P...

  • PRESENTING THE KAWEHNOKE RECREATION SPRING FLING 2012 COME ONE COME ALL

    May 10, 2012

    The Kawehno:ke Recreation Committee is hosting their First Ever Spring Fling. Our objective is to bring together the community with the promotion of family activities. All events are free, and family oriented. There are only 150 tickets printed for the Italian Dinner on Saturday. If you would like to attend please reserve your spot with Mamie at the Anowarako:wa Arena at 613-936-1583. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ALL EVENTS, please contact Jenny Boots for more information at 613-577-0844. Friday May 18, 2012 7:00-9:00 – A magical experience with t...

  • Spring Quilt Show “Life in the Adirondacks”

    May 10, 2012

    NQA Judged Exhibition of Quilts and Quiltwork by the members of the Adirondack Quilters Guild of Malone, NY May 19th and 20th, 2012 (Sat & Sun) 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Each Day Location: Holy Family School - 12 Homestead Park, Malone, NY Over 200 Bed Quilts and Quilted Items on Display Raffle Quilt – Door Prizes – Demos Quilts for Sale – Fat Quarter Raffle Boutique and Consignment Table Book signing with Author and Quilter Marlous Carter Vendor Mall on site! Loose Threads – Plattsburgh, NY Dreamcrafters – Akwesasne, NY Forever Blooms - St. Alban...

  • Immunization Awareness Week

    May 10, 2012

    In recognition of Immunization Awareness Week, the MCA Community Health Program is having an Immunization Blitz. There will be 4 Grand Prizes for each age group of 0-3 yrs, 4-8 yrs, 9-13 yrs & 14-17 yrs. Your child can be entered into the drawing for a bike, by bringing in the child’s updated immunization record to the Community Health office Monday- Friday 8am-4pm from April 16 until the drawing takes place on May 31st, 2012. You can also fax the records to (613) 575-1152, being sure to include contact information (in the event that you are a...

  • AKWESASNE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

    May 10, 2012

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

  • BENEFIT EXTRAVAGANZA FOR SHEILA RANSOM

    May 10, 2012

    Helping her with upcoming brain surgery expenses FRIDAY, MAY 18th All events at the Brass Horse Lounge, Rte. 37, Akwesasne **FISH FRY PERCH LUNCHEON Starts at 11 a.m. **OSCAR NIGHT TRIVIA Registration 6-6:30pm Trivia begins at 7:00pm $100 per Team (4 players) Limit of 25 teams 1st – 2nd – 3rd place prizes Best-dressed prize Walk the Red Carpet – Dress in your favorite movie casts or character (for bonus points) **RIVER MOHAWK BAND FOLLOWING TRIVIA ** BASKET RAFFLES & BIG TICKET RAFFLE *Win a 46” Samsung LED Slim Flat Screen TV *Getaway for Two...

  • OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER Notice of Nomination

    May 10, 2012

    April 16, 2012 Notice is hereby given that nominations of the eligible Mohawk members of Akwesasne will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012, beginning at 9 o’clock a.m. until 1 o’clock p.m. for the purpose of nominating candidates for the positions of Grand Chief and District Chiefs for the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, for the next ensuing term. There are four District Chiefs for each of the three districts and one position for Grand Chief available. The nominations will be held at the following locations: Tri District Elders Lodge in Kaw...

  • Pregnancy Groups are beginning soon! Are you Pregnant? Want information about pregnancy, and related topics but don’t know where to go, or what to ask your provider about your pregnancy?

    May 10, 2012

    You may even feel alone, prenatal groups are a great place to go to learn about things that can affect a woman in her child bearing years, and what better way to learn, then with other pregnant women! Groups will be held at the Kanonhkwat’sheri:io Health Facility in the village of St. Regis with Joyce Leaf, Lactation Educator on EVERY WEDNESDAY in the MONTH of MAY until May 30th FROM 5 to 8 PM. YOU CAN REACH JOYCE @575-2341 Ext# 3234 or leave message. Be the first person to call to receive a gift incentive!...

  • RAISED BED GARDENING

    May 10, 2012

    SAT. MAY 12th – KANATAKON RECREATION SAT. MAY 19th – KAWEHNOKE FIRE STATION All workshops will be held from 10:00AM -12:00PM The greatest advantage of raised bed gardening is that it requires much less bending for planting and weeding. It’s a wonderful way to have a small garden! Dress for the weather For More information call: Adrian McDonald – 613-932-2923 Sweets – 613-575-2341 ext. 3242 Presented by Community Health Program of Mohawk Council of Akwesasne...

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