Articles from the September 11, 2014 edition
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Second International Indigenous Border Security Summit 2014
Living in Akwesasne presents a unique set of daily challenges when it relates to crossing the border. Often, we think we are the only people group of...
Thompson Lacrosse wins 2014 Mann's Cup
After two days of competition at Massena Arena, Thompson's Lacrosse walked out of the rink with the 2014 Mann's Cup. The free event, which was for pla...
"1964 World's Fair" Unisphere Mohawk Ironworker's Tribute
Many ironworkers from Akwesasne and Kahnawake began and completed the Unisphere in Flushing Meadows for the 1964 World's Fair. The Unisphere is a...
Natasha Smoke Santiago at the inaugural "Indigenous Fine Arts Market" in Santa Fe
She:kon, I am writing to express my gratitude to everyone who supported my journey to be a part of the inaugural "Indigenous Fine Arts Market" in...
2014 Akwesasne International Powwow
"Look at the beauty that is here on the beautiful St. Lawrence River. Think about how proud you feel standing here with your children showing the...
2014 Akwesasne International Powwow - Part 3
Here are additional pictures. All photos by Rachelle Garrow-Hayes....
2014 Akwesasne International Powwow - Part 5
Here are additional pictures. All photos by Rachelle Garrow-Hayes....
2014 Akwesasne International Powwow - Part 6
Here are additional pictures. All photos by Rachelle Garrow-Hayes....
2014 POW WOW WINNERS
GIRLS TRADITIONAL 6-12 1st- Naliyah Barnes-Mohawk-Akwesasne 2nd-Jaelynn-Dakota/Ojibway-Peterborough, ON 3rd-Kallen Jones-Anishinabe-Manitoulin Island...
LINDA MARIE OAKES HALE
MASSENA – Mrs. Linda M. Oakes Hale, age 70, of 33 Taylor Ave, formerly of Rochester and a native of Akwesasne, peacefully passed away Sunday afternoon...
JOHN A. THOMPSON
AKWESASNE- John A. "Sweets" Thompson, age 51, of 151 Pump House Road, passed away September 2, 2014, unexpectedly at the Lennox Hill Hospital in NYC....
Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort Remembers 9/11
HOGANSBURG, NY – On Thursday, September 11, 2014, in remembrance of 9/11, the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort will offer complimentary meals to first responders and ironworkers. Enjoy a c...
Using That Which Is Ours
By Doug George-Kanentiio One of the most striking things I noticed at the 2014 Akwesasne Powwow is the physical appearance of the thousands of Natives who were there as contestants, organizers, staff...
Tsiionkwanonhso:te Hosting Fundraising BBQ for Alzheimer's Society
The residents and staff of TSIIONKWANONHSO:TE (LTC) have supported the efforts of the Alzheimer Society for years with their Annual Coffee Break fundraiser. Coffee Break is the Alzheimer Society’s m...
To The Editor:
To The Editor: I am writing this letter to bring attention to the actions of a local athletic coach and an amateur box lacrosse coach. The recent championship box lacrosse tournament held in Whitby,...
THANK YOU
I recently had a benefit raffle for my Son In-Law Shane Forrette, who was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident. We raised $1,065.00 with the...
Niawen ko:wa
Niawen ko:wa, The Akwesasne Powwow Committee would like to thank Akwesasne and surrounding communities for coming out and supporting the 14th Annual Akwesasne International Powwow. It is our hope...
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor Tax Exemption Matters #663323 She:kon, It has come to my attention that the Big Lots retail outlet in Massena is no longer accepting the tribal identification cards for proof of...
Bridget Thompson Publishes Books
About a year ago we brought you a story about Bridget Thompson writing four books. At that point she was raising money to get them published, they...
