Articles from the August 17, 2017 edition
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MCA HIRES NEW CHIEF OF POLICE
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is pleased to announce the appointment of Shawn Dulude as the new chief of police of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Servi...
AMBE Committed To Revitalize The Language
The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) is making strides to revitalize the Kanien'keha language. In Seskehko:wa/September 2017, AMBE will...
BEGINNING AUGUST 19 YOU MUST DIAL 10 DIGITS FOR 518 AREA CODE
To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, a new 838 area code will be added to the 518 area. This is known as an area code overlay. An overlay does not require customers to change their...
Support from all sides building in Kanesatake fight to stop Oka housing development
Reprinted with permission from APTN National News On Saturday, more than 100 people gathered on the Mohawk Territory of Kanesatake demanding that a...
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Peace Tree Trade Center Celebrates 25th Anniversary
On August 7th, 2017 the Peace Tree Trade Center celebrated its 25th anniversary with the community. The Department of Economic Development hosted the...
Arthur C. Tarbell
Arthur C. Tarbell passed away at 3:00am on August 4, 2017 at MidMichigan Medical Center, in Midland, Michigan. He was born August 22, 1954 in Malone,... Full story
Madeline Rose Laffin
"Maddie" who resided at Tsiionkwanonhso:te, went on her journey on August 10, 2017. Born an only child on March 17, 1919 to Samuel and Blanche Morris.... Full story
The community notes the passing of Shirley C. Cook Jacobs
The community notes the passing of Shirley C. Cook Jacobs, age 72, of St. Regis, Quebec. July 25, 1945 - August 2, 2017 The daughter of George and Annie Cook (Sharrow).... Full story
The community notes the passing of Mrs. Dana C. Hart
The community notes the passing of Mrs. Dana C. Hart, age 56, on July 27, 2017. The daughter of Agnes and the late Joseph B. Cook.... Full story
GARY M. WHITE
ST. REGIS, QC – Gary M. White, 65, of Andrew Johnson Road, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 14, 2017. Gary was born January 17, 1952 in B... Full story
Niawen
Hi my name is Victoria ‘’Viki’’ Irving. On the 27th and the 28th of July 2017 my friends and co-workers held a fundraiser to help me pay my expenses while I undergo Chemotherapy treatments for Can...
"Look Twice Save a Life"
A motorcyclist and his passenger were involved in an accident in front of Speedway Plaza on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at around 11:00 am. When driving,...
Student Transportation of Eastern Ontario Website and Busing Hotline Information
(August 15, 2017) Beginning this month, information about busing for the upcoming school year is just a click or a phone call away, for parents and students in Eastern Ontario. Student Transportation...
It's a Boy!
Name: Gunner Colton Jacobs Born: June 20, 2017 Weight: 6lbs 2oz Length: 17 inches Parents: Chrissy and Gordon Jacobs Siblings: Talon, Mikey and...
Why We Have Mosquitoes
By John Kahionhes Fadden A long time ago there were no tiny mosquitoes; just two giant ones that lived near a river. They would attack the people as...
REMINDER - AMBULANCE REQUIRES CLEAR LANE AT CBSA
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to remind the public that ambulances travelling through the CBSA Port of Entry in Cornwall require a clear path to reach the emergency lane exit. Please do...
Mohawk Gaming Enterprise's 2017 Scholarship Luncheon
Last Thursday, August 10th the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort held a Scholarship Luncheon in the Summer Ballroom to honor this year's scholarship...
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid - Forest Landowners Take Note
By Richard Gast, CCE Program Assistant: Horticulture and Natural Resources, Master Gardener Eastern hemlocks (Tsuga canadensis) are one of the most...
SNYE CHANNEL IS A NO WAKE ZONE - BOATS PERMITTED AT SLOW SPEEDS ONLY
The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is reminding the public that the Snye Channel/Chenail Channel waterway is categorized as a NO WAKE zone for the entire length. Boats are not permitted to use the...
Casino Recognizes Summer Interns
The Mohawk Gaming Enterprise is committed to investing in the future of Akwesasronon students through internship opportunities. The Native Internship...
No-Cost or Lower-Cost Naloxone Available at Pharmacies Across New York
A first-in-the-nation program to provide no-cost or lower-cost naloxone at pharmacies across New York began August 9, 2017. Individuals with prescription health insurance coverage, including Medicaid...
2017 National Tom Longboat Awards – Call for Nominations
The Tom Longboat Awards were established in 1951 to recognize Aboriginal athletes for their outstanding contributions to sport in Canada. With a few exceptions, the Awards have been given out every...
New York State Department of Health Announces New Regulations to Improve State's Medical Marijuana Program for Patients, Practitioners, and Registered Organizations
ALBANY, NY (August 10, 2017) - The New York State Department of Health announced a new set of regulations that will continue the expansion of the state’s Medical Marijuana Program, while improving i...
MMH Auxiliary Sewing Work Bee
Thursday, September 14, 2017 9:00am – 3:00pm Massena Community Center 61 Beach Street Join the Massena Memorial Hospital Auxiliary members for a day of friendship and crafty sewing activities to c...
