Articles from the October 21, 2021 edition
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Hogansburg Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Distribute Marijuana and Money Laundering
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK – Adam Jacobs, 33, of Hogansburg, NY, was sentenced today to serve 70 months in prison for conspiring to distribute marijuana and for money laundering of drug proceeds...
Witch Walk Halloween Hike!
by Tsionatiio Halloween is just around the corner. Why not celebrate early – while hiking on a mountain – in the evening, of course. On Sunday Oct...
The Straw Bale House – One More Step to Completion
By Mahlon Smoke Over the last four years of hard work, research, and help from family, Ionawiienhawi Sargent is just about complete with her 'off the...
Task force and chief coroner investigating unmarked burial site
By Jace Koblun. Chief Coroner Dirk Huyer is investigating the discovery and a police task force made up of OPP, Six Nations Police and Brantford Police have been made aware of it as well. The newly cr...
Akwesasne Cultural Center Celebrating 50 Years of Service to the Community
The Akwesasne Cultural Center is celebrating 50 years of service to the people of Akwesasne and the surrounding communities. Due to the increasing...
Gerald ("Jerry") Clark Shenandoah
Indian Time Newspaper would like to note the passing of an elder from a neighboring community: Gerald ("Jerry") Clark Shenandoah age 75, born on... Full story
SRMT Health Services Reports 52.2% Vaccination Rate
10. 18. 21 AKWESASNE. The Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services reported that, as of October 14th, 52.2% of all eligible individuals in Akwesasne's...
Just how fat are the fat bears?
By Kylie Mohr. Brown bears are fattening up for winter hibernation in Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve. And on Sept 29, thousands of viewers from around the world will tune in for Fat...
Amended Medical Marijuana Ordinance Comment Period Open
AKWESASNE. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe announced that a 30-day comment period is now open for the Amended Medical Marijuana Ordinance. The amended ordinance revises the 2019 Ordinance to incorporate...
Environmental Assessment Comment Period Notification
AKWESASNE. The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Environment Division is notifying community members that a 10-day Public Comment Period is being provided for an environmental assessment from Budders...
Updated Vaccination Policy for MCA LTC Facilities
The Department of Health is informing the community that, per the Associate Deputy Minister of Long-Term Care, there has been an update to the vaccination policy at the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term...
Oldest evidence of humans using tobacco discovered in Utah
by Kaniehtonkie In a Utah desert charred seeds were found possibly representing the earliest-known human use of tobacco. In early October according to new research, some of the first people to arrive...
Voters to decide Oct. 27 on $7.4 million Salmon River Central School District capital improvement project
On Wednesday, Oct. 27, voters in the Salmon River Central School District will decide on a $7.4 million capital improvement project that prioritizes student and community health and wellness. The...
Hogansburg Housing Development Fund Company Inc. Gets Awarded
Hogansburg Housing Development Fund Company Inc. Gets Awarded...
NYS DOE orders upstate school to remove Indian mascot
by Kaniehtonkie The NYS Department of Education took an unusual step and issued a stay to the Cambridge Central School District (CCSD) to refrain...
THE STORY of THE GREAT BEAR, THE BIG DIPPER
From the Legends of the Iroquois by Tehanetorens (Ray Fadden) This is a story that old Iroquois told to their children during the winter moons...
Kahnhratarí:nes
1. Ká:'k ken niká:ien sáhnhraien? Do you have any of the following symptoms? 2. Sen'tonhkwáhrhos kénh? Do you have a fever? 3. Sen'tonhkwáhrhos...
National Park Service nominee faces questions in hearing
By Chris Aadland. Reprinted with permission from Indian Country Today Charles “Chuck” F. Sams III is one step closer to becoming the first Native American to lead the National Park Service after s...
Pfizer Booster Dose Vaccination Clinic Next Week
On Thursday, October 21st, Franklin County Public Health Department will hold a Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose clinic from 2pm-6pm at St. Andre’s Outreach, 12 Homestead Park in Malone. This will also...
First Milestone Vaccine Incentive Winners Announced
AKWESASNE. The Saint Regis Mohawk Health Services announced that winners of the first Milestone Vaccine Incentive Drawing that took place on Wednesday, October 13th have been verified. The following...
Clarkson University Honors SLC Public Health Dept Former Director Dana McGuire, Ph.D Interim Director Jolene Munger also honored
Clarkson University's highest community service honor, the Bertrand H. Snell Award, was bestowed upon the St. Lawrence County Public Health...
Celebrate Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is a national celebration that promotes and encourages everyone to live a healthy and drug-free lifestyle. The theme this year is...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
POTSDAM, NY – During October when you think of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, think of scheduling your mammogram as well. Early detection is a key factor in keeping you healthy. Canton-Potsdam...
Orange Is the New Nuisance
Paul Hetzler What are round-ish, mostly orange and commonly found in October on front porches or near entryways? Obviously, the answer is Harmonia axyridis, a.k.a. the multicolored Asian lady beetle...
Agency of Spirit
My hands in the dishpan As I silently ponder my silence... A tug at my legs- my daughters reach out for me to dance I snap into presence, as their smiles beam love beams I join in their dance of fre...