Articles from the August 1, 2013 edition
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Diamonds R 4Ever Fashion Show
“Shine bright like a diamond. Shine bright like a diamond… you’re a shooting star I see…a vision of ecstasy,” are Rihanna’s lyrics that can describe t...
2013 Wellness Day at Seniors Center
Health and Wellness were the theme at this year’s Wellness Day at the Senior’s Center in Hogansburg. Thursday’s event featured many departments from...
WATCH OUT FOR WILD PARSNIP
Yes, it is wild parsnip. We could not believe that the yellow umbrella flowered plant that we see EVERYWHERE, on River Rd., Cook Rd., St. Regis Rd....
Tina's Pride 3rd Annual Softball Tournament
By Kaniethonkie With fourteen teams entered to play, Charlie White’s Memorial Softball Field was busy all day Saturday and all day Sunday. Through the...
Minnie Mae Peters
AKWESASNE – Ms. Minnie Mae Peters, 101, of Kawehno:ke, peacefully passed away Wednesday afternoon, July 24, 2013 at Tsiionkwanonhso:te, Cornwall I...
Sakakohe M.A. Pembleton
AKWESASNE – Mrs. Sakakohe Millicent Anne Cook Pembleton, age 63, of 536 State Route 37, entered the Spirit World on Thursday morning, July 25, 2013 a...
From the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne dated July 26, 2013
It is with a heavy heart that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has learned of the passing of Sakakohe Pembleton on Thursday, July 25th. Saka will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to our comm...
THANK YOU
THANK YOU The Akwesasne Cancer Support Group would like to thank Tia Mitchell, the daughter of Tina & Larry Mitchell for her donation of $81.37 which...
Edge of the Woods Ceremony: The Basis for the Two Row Wampum
Long before the arrival of the Europeans to Anowara:kowa (Turtle Island or “America”) the Iroquois had established rituals to welcome individuals and groups to their territory. These rituals were to...
Raising Awareness for Autism is an Everyday Event
For residents of Akwesasne, meeting the needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other neurological disorders can be a daunting task. Howe...
Bridget Thompson Writes Children's Books
“I’m on my own healing path,” Bridget Thompson told me. And on that path, in a surprising turn, she has written four children’s books. They are cal...
9th Annual Pig Roast
Submitted by Kahnastatsi Geraldine Jacobs The Hotinonhson:ni Cultural Youth Group attended the Long Sault 9th annual pig roast, a benefit for the...
Beading Class
Bring your own project that you would like to bead, such as ribbon shirt, leggings, skirt or yoke. Instructor is Tsiahawi Perkins To register please call Johanne at 613-575-2628 Limited to the first...
SAVE THE DATE - AUGUST 24 & 25th AKWESASNE FREEDOM SCHOOL'S ANNUAL DINNER & QUILT AUCTION
If you’re interested in volunteering, donating items or becoming a vendor, please call the AFS 518-358-2073...
Friendship Days celebration held at the Native North American Travelling College this past weekend.
Friendship Days celebration held at the Native North American Travelling College this past weekend....
Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Holds Annual Car Show
It’s summertime and one thing you can always expect to see are beautiful classic cars lined up beside the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino and Resort. On S...
CKON Reschedules Date of Appreciation Day
Submitted by Diane McDonald – CKON has moved the date of their Loyal Listeners Appreciation Day to August 31, 2013 to accommodate the Akwesasne Freedom School events being held on the weekend of A...
Ethan Buckshot Succeeds in Brazilian Jujitsu
A success story this week comes from 14 year old Ethan Buckshot, a student at Massena Central School. Nine months ago he became interested in a...
Volleyball Tryouts for NAIG
Team Eastern Door & the North will be hosting a volleyball tryout Friday August 2nd, at the Heart to Heart Fitness Center, Akwesasne, 6:00-9:00 registration. For females & males born in (16U - 1999 &...
Police Blotter
Perry R. Montour, 47 of Hogansburg was arrested Sunday, July 28 by Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police and charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated and driving while intoxicated. Police allege...
Tribal Police Warn Against Possible Blacktop Scam
Akwesasne, NY - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Police are asking the community to be aware of a possible blacktop scam within Akwesasne. The warning stems from numerous complaints from local residents...
Cornwall Ribfest is a Hit
If you were looking for good food and good music, then this year’s Ribfest was the event to hit. The annual event, held in Cornwall’s Lamoureux Par...
