A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Seven players, two announcers and a team who have contributed to the sport over the last 70 years were inducted into the Akwesasne Lacrosse Hall of Fame's ranks on Saturday, November 21, 2015. Player inductees were Brian Thomas, Scott Thomas, Lewis Mitchell, Tyler Sunday, John Oakes, Danny Oakes and Freddie Boots. The entire 1950 St. Regis Indians also received the posthumous honor. The Hall also recognized Sandy "Extravaganza" Cook and Larry "The Eagle" Edwards Gauthier as special...
The Akwesasne Housing Authority (AHA), in partnership with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, is working on a 3-point funding application to the U.S. Department of Energy, Tribal Energy Program, to begin what is hoped will be the first major solar “farm” in the community of Akwesasne. This funding application (deadline December 4, 2015) is under the DOE’s Community-Scale Clean Energy Deployment Topic Area 2. The AHA “Go Solar” Initiative, if awarded, will result in the establishment of a “virtual remote net metering” project, producing enough electr...
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer announced on Tuesday that an agreement has been reached that will preserve hundreds of jobs at Alcoa’s operations in Massena, where the aluminum manufacturer had planned to curtail its smelting operations by early next year. Under the agreement, Alcoa will continue operating in Massena and will maintain a workforce level of at least 600 people at the plant for the next three and a half years. Governor Cuomo said: “This agreement strengthens an essential part of the North Country econo...
On Monday, November 23, 2015 the St. Regis Rec Dance Club held their Fall Recital in the Auditorium of Salmon River Central. The auditorium was filled to capacity! The recital "All That Glitter," was about honoring legends, and Dance Teacher Jonel Beauvais began the event with a speech honoring Laura Thompson. "Laura is a legend. She makes a change in her community and makes people feel like family." Jonel talked about all the hard work Laura has done for the dance club. "There is a lack of...
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NIAWEN We would like to thank all the dedicated Akwesasronon who came out to participate in our Lights for Hope Walk on October 24th. This event raised $5,920.00, which will be used for those Akwesasronon who are going through various battles with cancer. Niawen for the generosity of this community and the overwhelming generosity of our business people etc. Tarbell Management Group and Tim Horton’s, Speedway and Dunkin Doughnuts, Akwesasne Mini Mart, and #9 Internet Cafe for space to do our raffles or generous donations of snacks, coffee, t...
She:kon/Greetings The Hogansburg Akwesasne Volunteer Fire Department would like to take this opportunity to thank the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for their generous donation of a new commercial cooking stove for HAVFD Station 1. The previous stove was approximately 30 years old and was no longer safe to operate. The Akwesasne Holiday Helpers group approached HAVFD in October and asked to host their upcoming fundraising event at Station 1. Unfortunately we had to deny their request due to the condition of the stove. The next day SRMT Chief Ron...
Niawenkowa The chiefs, clanmothers and faithkeepers would like to send their thank yous, gratitude and respect to the people that took time out of their busy schedules and volunteered to come out to cut wood for the longhouse. It makes us feel good that in our time of need, the people are there to support us. The leadership would like to acknowledge the following people that donated their time, resources and equipment; John White, Jr. Van Martin Shakoiatiiostha George Kahentakeron David Gary Burnham Scott Martin and his sons Kaniatarenwana and...
Indian Time extends a sincere apology to Karakwenta Lazore and her sister, Karakwineh. We mistakenly identified them in last weeks issue of Indian Time in the Akwesasne Recycling day article. Again, our apologies....
Because the Akwesasne Holiday Helpers are starting from scratch, the goal is to reach $60,000. This will ensure the estimated 1,170 families will receive a holiday baskets this year. The Akwesasne Holiday Helpers have been working hard asking for donations from various sources near and far. They are proud to announce and want to say Niawen ko:wa to our sponsors and donators thus far: Akwesasne Convenience Store Association who has donated $10,000; the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino who will be supplying all the food for the December 11th fundraising...
Indian Time is lucky to receive many visitors every week. Whether it's a parent bringing in a new baby for a photograph or an elder who wants us to look at photos with him, our doors are always open and we love our visitors. We love them so much we want to share them with you. "We Love Visitors" series is simply a way to share members of the community with you. So, don't be scared to come and visit us (we'll only photograph those willing) but if you have something special you want to show us,...
TERRITORY OF AKWESASNE – The Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Couples Property’ Law will be effective as of Thursday, November 26, 2015. Persons wishing to file an application under this law may do so at the Akwesasne Mohawk Court. On September 1, 2015, the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne received notification from Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) informing the Akwesasne community that the Iatathróna Raotiientáhtsera ‘Couples Property’ Law was approved in accordance with the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interest or...
Yes they can! Cats communicate in many different ways by using mostly body language and they can also use communicate vocally. Here are some very common ways that your cat is communicating with you: Cats use "tail-talk" A tail up means "Hi I am happy," a tail down may mean "I am scared" or "I feel threatened." A tail that is moving back and forth quickly does not mean the same as a dog tail that is wagging. When a cat does this it usually means, "watch out, I am not happy!" You should probably...
Governor Cuomo announced that New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies will crack down on impaired, distracted and speeding drivers during this Thanksgiving holiday. The special traffic enforcement period will run from Wednesday, November 25 through Sunday, November 29, 2015. The State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide focusing on speed enforcement, impaired driving, underage drinking, and distracted driving. The effort will incorporate fixed sobriety checkpoints, an underage drinker initiative and the...
Do you dedicate yourself to an artistic craft? Are you passionate about your work? Are you open to sharing your story? An Aboriginal-Canadian production company is looking for artists to share their stories as they develop a documentary initiative about Aboriginal art. Contact us by December 17, 2015 with your name, contact information and a little about you and your art. Email: [email protected] Phone: 506-626-0824 Please note: We will respond to everyone who contacts us, however not all artists will be selected to participate in the...
On Wednesday, November 18, 2015, MCA's Wholistic Health and Wellness Program hosted an Addiction Services Expo at the Senior Center. The event was free and open to the community and was held to create awareness of what services are available in and around Akwesasne to cope with addictions. Organizations had interactive informational tables and displays about addictions ranging from alcohol, drugs, to smoking and more. Attendees also got a chance to win some great door prizes and refreshments...
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Akwesasne-On Saturday, November 21st, the family of the late Wallace Jacobs Sr. had their 2nd Annual Memorial Shuffleboard Tournament-Turkey Shoot held at the American Legion Post 1479. The tournament is to honour Wally and the love he had for the game of shuffleboard. This is also the second year the tournament has donated to the Akwesasne Epilepsy Support Group. The group was founded by Wally's grandson Carson who suffers from epilepsy. The tournament got underway with 32 players registered...
National Child's Day was on Friday, November 20 and to celebrate MCA Social and Health Departments held the second annual Talent Show and Youth Business Fair. Youth business owners were set up in the gym at the St. Regis Mohawk School and the Talent Show took place in the Multipurpose Room of the school. Children got tickets at the door and more tickets when they went to see the youth businesses in the gym. Tickets got you in on some of the over 30 prizes up for grabs. Organizers also offered a...
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Submitted by the NNATC That year, all the planted fields around the village were bad. Although harvest time was drawing near, the squash were still the size of hazel nuts, and the bean pods were empty. The corn, too, was in a sorry state. Ears were devoid of kernels and the beautiful white tassels, which usually stand straight and tall, trailed around the cob, and the husks were dry and yellow. The slightest breeze made them moan. The Chief of the village was very concerned about the unhappiness of the squash, the beans, and the corn. He...
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Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke Issues New “Vacate” Notices (Kahnawà:ke, Kentenhkó:wa/November 2015). The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) announced at a Fall Community Meeting that it is issuing a new “Notice of Non-Entitlement to Reside in the Mohawk Territory of Kahnawà:ke” to persons currently residing illegally in the Territory. The letter, dated 16 Kentenhkó:wa/ November, is signed by Grand Chief Joseph Tokwiro Norton on behalf of the MCK. It contains the following: “Please be advised that all persons who are currently residing illega...
Mario Andretti, the legendary Italian American world champion-racing driver, was one of the most successful Americans in the history of the sport. He is one of only two drivers to win races in Formula One, Indy Car, World Sportscar Championship and NASCAR. Indian Time reporter Margie Skidders had the opportunity to get a "selfie" with the legend at the Homestead Miami Speedway....
Do you have any old photos that you'd like to share with our readers in Blast from the Past? Bring them in! Our offices are located on Hilltop Drive in the same building as CKON. Stop letting your photos gather dust in the basement and bring them in for us! All photos are returned to their owner....
