Articles from the July 9, 2009 edition
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Bridge briefly reopens, then closes again
Akwesasne’s border crisis had a number of ups and downs this week and although the bridge was closed to northbound traffic as of press time W...
Akwesasne men busted crossing border with ecstasy
Two Cornwall Island men were federally charged after a search of their vehicle at U.S. Customs unveiled approximately $1.5 million worth of ecstasy pills. Police say Mitchell David, 53 and Silas...
Feds dismantle international drug ring; 13 indicted
This week the United States Drug Enforcement Agency announced they have dismantled a marijuana drug smuggling operation based in Northern New York....
MCA Kana:takon and Tsi Snaihne chiefs sworn-in
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne held the swearing-in ceremony Monday for eight of the twelve district chiefs along with the new grand chief. Two...
David A. Richmond
Mr. David A. Richmond, age 68, of 79 Homestead Road, Ledyard, Connecticut, a native of Akwesasne, died Sunday, June 28 at his home in the comfort of his loving family. He was born July 26, 1940 on...
Raymond Sicard
Raymond Sicard died at the Janet MacDonell Pavilion, on Sunday, July 5, 2009. Husband by a former marriage of Marlene Thompson of Akwesasne. Dear...
Dave Richmond’s Last Victory
Dave “Sweet Knees” Richmond was a survivor and a winner. He endured combat tours in Vietnam where he was a member of the US Army’s Rangers. He lived t...
Bear Fox to receive National Award
A celebration will be held for a young woman Kenkiokoktha Theresa Bear Fox on Thursday July 16th. The Mohawk Nation Longhouse will be the location...
Billy Ray Cyrus performs for Akwesasne
In one of the liveliest concerts to ever come to Akwesasne, country star and famous father Billy Ray Cyrus took the stage at Jacobs Manufacturing in F...
Akwesasne couple expands portable restroom business
Lisa and Glen Jock explored an idea two years ago that has turned into a growing business for them in Akwesasne. Sanitation Solutions Portable...
Akwesasne community updated on presence of police at foot of bridge
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne – Last week, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne expressed its appreciation to local residents for their continued patience and support and stated that there are ongoing effort...
Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Election Notice
This announcement is to give notice to the Eligible Voters of the Mohawks of Akwesasne that an election will be held to elect four Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education Members. The nominations for...
AMBE students honored with bursaries
A select number of Mohawk students who graduated this June from Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School were honored with bursaries Friday from...
Hollis & Denise return from the UK
Hollis White, Akwesasne birder and naturalist, and Denise, educator, took the opportunity of their retirement to travel to the United Kingdom. Hollis...
Franklin County Bar Association salutes Judge Plumadore
By John J. Muldowney, President-Elect, Franklin County Bar Association Hon. Jan H. Plumadore recently announced his retirement as Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York. In May, Judge...
Ronathahon:ni Host Theatre Arts & Hoop Dance Workshops
During the week of June 29 to July 2nd the Ronathahonni Cultural Center hosted and sponsored a Theatre Arts and Hoop Dance workshops that had a...
Black tie event brings fun and funds
A different kind of fundraising event was held in Akwesasne last Thursday evening for a notable, familiar cause: Diabetes. A black tie dinner and...
“The Marten Run” The Ermine aka the Stoat
The other day, while driving through Akwesasne, I saw a small animal in the middle of the road that had been run over and killed. Its beautiful brown...
Raská:’a Tánon Ne Rohsótha Tsi Niieiénthos Nikahá:wi
1. Ki raksá:’a rohsótha wahèn:ron, This boy’s grandfather said 2. “Ó:nen kwátere tsi niieiénthos” “Now grandson it is planting season” 3. “Enkiata’kenhrahserón:ni káti” “We shall prepare the dirt then...
Native American Beliefs
Native American beliefs are deeply rooted in their culuture. We believe EVERYTHING is sacred from the largest mountain to the smallest plant and animal. A lesson can be found in all things and...
Requesting help in identifying players
I have found this photo, among many others, and would like some help identifying the men in this “Rochester Iroquois” box lacrosse team who pla...
We Love Visitors!
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 l...
Indian Tacos
By M. Terrance, from Kakhwakon Cookbook Recipes 2 lbs. ground beef 1 pkg. taco seasining mix ¼ cup water Boboli Bread *Taco Sacue *Black Olives 1 head lettuce 2 tomatoes, diced 1 cup grated cheese 1...