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Canadian researchers have treated the first patient in a world-first clinical trial using genetically enhanced stem cells to repair damaged heart muscle after a major heart attack. The formal name of the trial is ENACT-AMI, which stands for “Enhanced Angiogenic Cell Therapy – Acute Myocardial Infarction.” Harriet Garrow is the trial’s first participant. She suffered a heart attack on July 2, 2013, at her home in Cornwall. Her heart stopped beating completely. She was resuscitated by emergen...
MASSENA -- Representatives of more than a dozen local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies announced yearlong investigations culminated in Thursday, Sept. 5’s arrest of nine Massena and three New York City residents on federal charges alleging conspiracy to sell and possess with intent to sell more than 500 grams of cocaine, 28 grams of crack cocaine, and heroin. Federal search warrants at four Massena addresses also yielded 380 grams of cocaine, 77 grams of heroin, 100 grams of crack c...
By Connie Gerow and Pat Banker, 4-H Program Educators For several local 4-H members, the 2013 Great New York State (NYS) Fair Non-Animal 4-H exhibits proved to be highly successful. In order to qualify for the NYS Fair, a 4-H member must exhibit their project(s) at the local Franklin County fair and be selected by virtue of receiving a “State Fair Quality” ribbon. Therefore, only a handful of 4-H projects were chosen to represent Franklin County 4-H at the Syracuse State Fair. Typically, Non-Ani...
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Submitted by Diane Lazore The Akwesasne Coed Softball League was formed back in May with 10 coed teams competing. The league was run by all team reps including Laura Thompson –St. Regis Rec, Waylon Cook- Bone Crushers, Matt Skidders- Rocket Ronnie’s, Nikaiataa Skidders - Winos, Noel King & Tony Lafrance- Stingers, Kenny Sharrow -MIR, Penny Steeprock -Braves, Diane Lazore -Boob Pigs, Karakwase Richmond - Got the Runs, and Grid Thomas -Thomas Marina. Throughout the summer games were played eve...
This past weekend, Akwesasne and surrounding communities had the opportunity to take part in a great cultural event – the 13th Annual Akwesasne Powwow held at A’nowara:kowa Arena on Saturday, September 7 and Sunday, September 8, 2013. With two full days of entertainment for the eyes, ears and the soul, this year’s powwow delivered in every aspect. From the visiting cultural exchange group, the Remesha Drum Group, to the visually breathtaking regalia of the dancers, to the variety of powwo...
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AKWESASNE – Mr. Howard F. David, age 78, of 984 Island Road, Cornwall Island, passed away late Sunday night, September 8, 2013 on arrival at Cornwall Community Hospital. Howard was born August 16, 1935 in Cornwall, the son of the late Mark and Sarah Square David. Howard attended school to the 5th grade and started working at an early age. He was an ironworker with Local #765 in Ottawa and also established his ironworking company, Strata Can and Oka Erectors. Howard was a member of the Tri-Distri...
AKWESASNE – Mr. Arthur “Art” J. Bova, age 81, of 2151 River Road, Sugarbush Island, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday morning, September 4, 2013 at the home of his son in Central Square. Art was born January 11, 1932 on Cornwall Island, the son of the late James and Julia Boots Bova. He attended schools on Cornwall Island. On August 21, 1954, he married Margaret J. “Peg” Ransom at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Jacobs, officiating. Peg predeceased him on April 21, 2002. Art and Peg...
Christie Evelyn Mitchell, died at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday September 3, 2013. She was born May 18, 1924 in Cornwall Island, Ont. Dear mother of Larry, David (Jackie), James, Esther, Margaret, Darlene. Survived by one sister Sarah Day. She married John Mitchell in 1940, She went to school on the Reservation and was a communicant of the St. Regis Catholic Church. She was a Chamber maid along with her sister Anna May in Rochester NY and a basket maker. Her hobbies and Interests,...
The winner of the Lottery Tree that was awarded at the CKON Loyal Listener’s Appreciation Day has come forward with a donation of $50 back to CKON. Leona Carrier, the winner of the Lottery Tree donated by the Akwesasne Mini Mart won cash on one of the lottery tickets and decided she was going to support CKON by donating some money back to the station. The Akwesasne Communication Society and the staff of CKON say Niawen Kowa to Leona for supporting Akwesasne’s local radio station - CKON. We wis...
On behalf of the Peewee Team Iroquois Players, we would like to take this time to say a huge “Niawen:kowa” to our Sponsors: Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, TwinLeaf, Tarbell Management and CKON. With your support, it made it much more easier in bringing home the Silver Medal. The experience and friendships made with the other National Teams is memorable! Niawen for helping us! Rowisonkies Barnes, Cobie Cree, John Jacobs, Trevan David and Isaiah Skidders....
On behalf of the Shamans MC and Bombay Fire Department we would like to express our sincere appreciation for the donations given to the Bombay Fire department during the Shamans MC – 2nd Annual 911 “Remembrance” ride. The ride allowed the Bombay Fire Department to accrue over $1,600. This amount will be utilized within the department on much needed upgrades of equipment. The Shamans MC will be looking forward to next Year’s 3rd Annual 911 Remembrance Ride, which will be at a location of a selected Emergency Services Department with in the St. L...
As many of you may already know, broadband is coming to Akwesasne – in fact, it’s already here. For the last year work has been done to complete the 68 miles of fiber which has been run throughout the community. The central office is being built on the corner of Rt. 95 and Rt. 37, which will be the operation center and central hub for the Broadband project. What is planned to be offered at launch will be 70 channels of television, with four stations reserved for local content, a 20 Mbps fib...
Kawenniiosta Jock is an emerging Akwesasne designer who creates wearable pieces of art by bringing her artistic inspirations to life through her fashions. She creates colorful clothing that is everyday ready to wear. Kawi hopes to one day fulfill her dream of having her fashion line, J.A.K.I.L by KSJ, become a household name and available in all major department stores worldwide. Her line, which features vibrant colors and designs, will set the wearer apart from the crowd. Every letter in the...
Submitted by Heather Pontius The 6th Annual Twilight Fun Run/Walk Series, sponsored by The Let’s Get Healthy Program, has completed another successful year. Every Wednesday for 9 weeks, families and community members have come to the Tewathahita Walking Trail for an evening of fun-filled physical activity. There were participants of all ages, babies in strollers, toddlers taking a break to catch frogs or chase geese, and even four-legged friends pulling their leashes and giving their owners a w...
Dear Monica, Is it safe for me to use online password managers? I like to use them because I have a hard time memorizing all the different passwords I use. Also, is it true the government can access all of my passwords? Signed, Forgetful in Akwesasne Dear Forgetful in Akwesasne, Online bad guys want the most return on their investment, so they are more likely to attack online password managers instead of trying to steal one individual password at a time. Yes, it is possible for someone else to access your passwords and a quick google search...
At the Akwesasne Museum and Cultural Center, an exhibit by artist Elizabeth “Betts” Doxtator had its final showing which included a talk given by the artist. The exhibit, entitled “Encircles Everything”, used cornhusk dolls to illustrate three separate concepts. The first portion of the exhibit tells the story of the Peacemaker from birth and chronicles different moments that Doxtator felt were important. Doxtator created dolls that were intricately adorned with individual outfits and beadwor...
On a day nearly identical to last year, brisk and beautiful, people gathered in Cornwall’s Lamoureux Park to participate in this year’s “Give the Gift of Life Walk.” The walk aims to raise funds for the Kidney Foundation of Ontario. Kidney Disease affects nearly one in ten Canadians and of the five stages of development, by stage 3 or 4, the patient is on dialysis. For Natives, this offers a bleak prognosis as, statistically, they are less likely to receive a kidney transplant, and the average...
The Akwesasne Powwow took place over the weekend, and it’s so big that it is attracting people all the way from Switzerland! Markus Vollack and Yvonne Dröge are travelers who participate in historical reenactments throughout Europe and the United States. They have day jobs, and children, but both share a tremendous respect and affinity for indigenous culture. Participating in Powwows in the Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, and several in the United States, Vollack and Dröge are following their d...
Akwesasne –The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Division of Social Services is working closely this year with a Franklin County Cornell Cooperative Extension funded program - the 4-H Mighty Shamrocks, coordinated by Connie Gerow. The 4-H Mighty Shamrock program works with administrators and teachers within the Salmon River Central school system to identify student mentors who are willing to work with younger, high-risk students. Mentors are selected based on criteria such as personality, compassion and work ethic. These hand-picked student mentors are...
The Kateri Circle of St. Regis Mission Church presented Father Belgarde with a picture of St. Kateri at the Native American Mass in Auriesville, New York on Sept. 1st, 2013. Submitted by Delia Terrance....
Submitted by Leona Barnes, Community Health MAKING TIME COUNT 1. Put specific times on your calendar each week when you will spend time with your children. During that time, focus your love and attention on your child. 2. Use car time to talk with your children. There’s no phone or television to interfere. No one can get up and leave, and kids know they really have your ear. 3. Plan to eat at least one meal together as a family each day. 4. Look for things to do together as a family. Get everyone involved in choosing how to spend your time toge...
