Articles from the October 31, 2019 edition
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Spinner's Pizzeria experiences extensive damage after fire
On Monday, October 28, a local pizzeria and marina went up in flames on Monday afternoon. According to reports, it may have been a faulty pizza oven...
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Trunk or Treat – ACCE hosts another fun and spooky Halloween event for the entire family
By Kaniehtonkie The Akwesasne Coalition for Community Empowerment (ACCE) held their annual Trunk or Treat at the Mohawk International Raceway this...
Trunk or Treat – ACCE hosts another fun and spooky Halloween event for the entire family - Part 2
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Brad Bonaparte Inducted into Cornwall and Area Arts Hall of Fame
By Darren Bonaparte Akwesasne artist Brad Bonaparte was inducted into the Cornwall and Area Arts Hall of Fame on Friday, October 18, 2019. Brad began his art career as a staff artist at the North Amer...
'Wado otsadisgoi otsitsalagi' - Wes Studi says thank you and his Oscar is 'about time'
Reprinted with permission from Indian country Media Wes Studi introduced by Christian Bale, Joy Harjo and applauded by the likes of Chris Eyre,...
OLA Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame, Class of 2019 inductees have been announced. You will note that we have two Indigenous inductees this year, one...
Halloween Comes to Snye
By Mahlon Smoke Halloween is a favorite time of year for those who enjoy the scarier things in life and also a great time to show your creative side....
Halloween Party
Fri. Nov. 1 - AKWESASNE: Halloween party at the Brasshorse Grill, in Hogansburg 9 p.m.-2 a.m. D.J., prizes, cash/gift certificates for best costumes; 518-358-3365....
Author Visit at St. Regis Mohawk School
Submitted by Darlene Adams, SRMS School Counselor On October 22nd, local author Kristina M. Parker made a special visit to the St. Regis Mohawk...
NFB, CFC Media Lab and the Ford Foundation launch VR doc lab OPEN IMMERSION II
(October 25, 2019) Toronto – National Film Board of Canada – The National Film Board of Canada (NFB), the Canadian Film Centre’s Media Lab (CFC Media Lab) and JustFilms | Ford Foundation have come tog...
This Ontario First Nation's boil water advisory has been in effect for 25 years
By Christopher Cheung. This article was originally published on The Tyee. The Neskantaga First Nation in northwestern Ontario hasn’t had access to safe tap water since 1995. A generation of r...
PIGS: Canada's Pink Floyd In The Flesh Tour 2019
PIGS—Canada’s #1 touring Pink Floyd tribute—bring their authentic recreation of 1970s Floyd to fans ‘in the flesh’ with North American tour Realizing that playing large stadiums meant most of their...
"THE MESSAGE OF KARIWIIO"
Reprinted with permission from Traditional Teachings by the Native North American Travelling College …continued from last week THE ARTICLES OF KAWIRIIO The Four Major Wrongs NOW WE WILL TELL YOU A...
Sherihwakweniénstak Ne Áhsen Nikontate'kén:'a!
1. Wahón:nise tsi náhe - Long ago 2. Áhsen nikontate'kén:'a - 3 sisters 3. Kahéhtakon tkontì:teron - They live there in a big garden 4. Ken'n...
Justice Department Awards Millions to Improve Public Safety, Serve Crime Victims in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities
Washington. The Department of Justice announced on Friday, October 18 that it has awarded over $273.4 million in grants to improve public safety, serve victims of crime, combat violence against women...
Tackle Box Marina/Spinners Pizzeria 3rd Annual Louie Oakes Fishing Tournament
November 10, 2019 7am weigh in. Dinner included in entrance fee. Call 613 575 1096 for more info....
Before Winter Check Your Car Battery
When the temperature drops, so does battery power. For gasoline-powered engines, be aware that it takes more battery power to start your vehicle in cold weather than in warm. For electric and hybrid...
Nothing for us without us
By Doug George-Kanentiio Two weeks ago the students in the Akwesasne and Cornwall school acknowledged one of the most bitter episodes in Canada’s history by wearing orange to draw attention to the R...
Akwesasne Residential School Proposals/Work Plan Nothing for us without us
Summarizing of Residential School Experience The Akwesasne children taken from their homes and placed in residential schools endured abuse on many levels. None of those who experienced time in these...
Mr. Lawrie's sixth grade pumpkin carvers, 1999
Mr. Lawrie's sixth grade pumpkin carvers, 1999: Justine Johnson, Thomas Lazore, Devon George, Mitchell Sunday, Kristen Gibson, Ashley Mitchell and...
Police Blotter
St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Police: On Oct. 19, Christine A. Caldwell, 36, of Hogansburg was charged with cell phone use while driving and third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation. Tickets are...
Bear sighting in Snye
A bear walking around Snye was captured on film by Johnson 'Watis' John. The bear seemed to be looking for food. Bears are increasingly moving into...
Local Event: Women's Leadership Talk
Fri. Nov. 1 - CANTON: Women’s Leadership Initiative of the North Country is hosting Karla General, associate legal counsel at the Seneca Nation, to speak at Sykes Common Room at St. Lawrence U...
Independent First Nations Jordan's Principle (JP) Administrative Support
The IFN’s are seeking a highly motivated dynamic individual to fulfill the responsibilities of a Jordan’s Principle Administrative Support on behalf of the IFN Communities. Round 1 of employment opp...
