Articles from the September 24, 2009 edition
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Police seize Oxycontin, cocaine in two raids
On September 17, 2009 in the early morning hours, the Joint Investigation Team of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police affected search warrants at two residences, both located on Third Street in the District...
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Mohawks leaders “disturbed” by CBSA vehicle seizures
The ongoing bridge crisis between the Akwesasne Mohawks and the Canada Border Services Agency, or Canada Customs, escalated to new highs this week...
Tribal members want IGA kept open
The First Americans IGA store will likely stay open, although changes to the size and layout are the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe’s main consideration in pl...
Felicia Thompson
THOMPSON, Felicia - Peacefully with her family and friends by her side at her residence on Tuesday, September 22,2009. Felicia (Barnes) Thompson of...
In memory of Cody Sunday
In memory of Cody Sunday Feb 25, 1985-Sept 23,2004 It’s hard to believe that, It has been 5 years. Thinking of you everyday, Trying to hold back t...
In loving memory of Cody Sunday who passed on September 23, 2004
In loving memory of Cody Sunday who passed on September 23, 2004 A Little tribute small and tender Just to say we still remember. Love & Miss you...
NYS Special Olympics
NYS Special Olympics Robin Miller, the daughter of the late Betty Cook Hooper will be taking the plunge in the cold St. Lawrence River in Massena as a fundraiser for the NYS Special Olympics. The...
Note to readers:
Note to readers: It has been stated in various news articles regarding the bridge crisis that CBSA had notified community members via the media that they were required to report directly to Canada...
Letter to the Editor:
She:kon Akwesasneronon! With the troubles arising of the IGA supermarket, in the event it is closed and vacated of the name IGA. I have a suggestion for what should be done for that structure. My...
Racing to Save Lives
SE:KON (HELLO) Welcome to my Team In Training home page. My name is Michele Micki King. I’m training to participate in the Marine Corp Marathon, O...
Mohawk Nation outraged by CBSA attack on human rights
For Immediate Release Akwesasne Mohawk Territory Seskehko:wa/September 23, 2009 The Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs, Clanmothers, Faithkeepers, and people offer thanksgiving and extend the arm of...
Direct Action Needed to Resolve the Border Problem
The Akwesasne community is being manipulated into a crisis by the Canadian Border Security Agency. They knew that by placing a facility in Cornwall it would provoke the Mohawk people and they would...
ADAMS MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
On Sunday, August 23, 2009, the Adams Memorial Golf Tournament was held at Cedar View Golf Course. It was a day that brought clouds, sunshine and rain but that did not keep the 72 registered golfers f...
Niawen
She:kon and Greetings! Though the sound of the powerful powwow drum fades into the past, we would like to take this time to send our heartfelt gratitude to the community of Akwesasne and to the many...
Thank You
Thank you The 2009 Massena Muskies would like to formally thank all our sponsors for the generosity and support that allowed us to participate in the 2009 President’s Cup at Ohsweken Ontario. With y...
Niawenkowa
We wish to express our appreciation for the help we received in getting a much needed handicap access ramp built. Niawenkowa to Lorraine Bero for her excellent organizational skills. St. Regis Mohawk...
Correction
Correction: An article in last week’s paper stated that the U.S. Border Patrol is parked at the U.S. Port of Entry in Massena/Rooseveltown monitoring traffic. In fact, it is a U.S. Customs vehicle. T...
New AFN Chief Atleo speaks to Cornwall youth
Akwesasne Mohawk Board of Education youth from Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School and General Vanier Secondary School attended a talk at GV earlier...
Notice to the Community
This is to inform the community that the following persons have applied for Membership under the Akwesasne Membership Code: Aaneva Lazore, age 17, daughter of Roger Lazore (Akwesasne) and Georgina...
Community Information Update Akwesasne Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (ANIHB) OUT OF COUNTRY TRAVEL
The ANIHB Program would like to inform community members that anyone who is considering traveling Out of Country , whether it’s for business or leisure that you ensure you have the adequate travel i...
Who will be Akwesasne’s biggest loser?
The Biggest Loser Weight Loss Challenge is coming to Akwesasne. MCA’s Community Health Program, with funding from Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative, developed their own version of the hit TV show c...
Haudenosaunee Confederacy News
The Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy Grand Council met on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the Onondaga longhouse, the capital of the Six nations...
Performers Announced for the Eleventh Annual Native American Music Awards
Niagara Falls, NY. Nominee performances for the 11th Annual Native American Music Awards (NAMA) to be held on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at the Seneca Entertainment Center in the Seneca Casino & Hotel...
History of a Tree Aceraceae Acer saccharum - Sugar Maple 1956 – 2009
20 A Sugar maple in Snye produced a seed. 1956 The seed germinated to form a new tree seedling. 1963 the tree had reached 4’ in height, indicated b...
Conversation with kindergarteners
After a few weeks of school, Mrs. Karin Thompson’s kindergarten students were settled in and Indian Time decided to drop by and talk to them about t...
