Please be advised that the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne amended the Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law on August 10, 2020 in order to allow essential travel beyond the 80 km/50-mile radius limitation. Non-essential travel is still restricted in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the Akwesasne community. The Mohawk Council Resolution amendment to the Akwesasne Emergency Curfew Law states:“Persons […]
Read moreThe Akwesasne Justice Department is seeking district representatives interested in becoming a member of the Akwesasne Review Commission. To qualify for appointment for the position, a person must:a) be a Member;b) have attained the age of Thirty-five (35) years of age;c) have been resident in the Territory of a First Nation for at least ten (10) years and within the […]
Read moreWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 FROM 7 AM – 3 PM Please be advised that as per the normal Wastewater maintenance schedule that is done every four months, the Saint Regis Village Sewage Treatment Plant is being emptied of sanitary sludge on Wednesday, August 12 from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Residents may notice a sewer odor for short periods of […]
Read moreTheft of Motor Vehicle, Breach of Probation X2 , Escape Lawful CustodyCortlon J. Skidders, 22, of Akwesasne was arrested on August 10th, 2020 and charged with Theft of Motor Vehicle, Breach of Probation X 2, and Escape Lawful Custody. It is alleged that on August 8th, 2020, police received information that the male had reportedly taken a vehicle from a […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s medical clinics are pleased to continue providing treatment and care to patients on a daily basis. Anyone in need of medical care, including routine checkups, is encouraged to phone either the Akwesasne Medical Clinic (AMC) or Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (KMC). The clinics have been utilizing telephone appointments and in-person appointments when deemed appropriate. Coming […]
Read moreJoin Raun (Moon) Mitchell & Allen Smoke for a young men’s talking circle, as a part of the Akwesasne Community Justice Program’s virtual youth camp! The talking circle is open to youth ages 12 – 18 and will take place on Thursday, August 13 at 11 a.m. via Zoom. The first 20 participants will receive a horn rattle — to register, […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne continues to provide COVID-19 testing to community members. If you are seeking information on testing or in regard to COVID-19, please call the Community Health Program at (613) 575-2341 ext. 3220 and ask to speak to a nurse. Community Health has received a total of 1950 COVID-19 related phone calls and has administered a total […]
Read moreJoin the Akwesasne Community Justice Program for an elderberry syrup workshop with Jessica Shenandoah on Wednesday, August 12. The session will take place at 2 p.m. via Zoom and is open to youth ages 12-18. The first 20 registrants will receive an ingredient kit — only one per family. For more information or to register, please contact Erin Seymour at erin.seymour@akwesasne.ca or […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne is informing the community that a heat warning is in effect for today (August 10) and tomorrow (August 11). Maximum temperatures today are anticipated to reach between 30 and 32 degrees Celsius with Humidex values near 40. Minimum overnight temperatures will be between 20 and 23 degrees Celsius. Hot and humid air can also bring […]
Read moreOn July 31st, 2020, at approximately 12:40 PM, the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service responded to a report of a suspicious male in the wooded area off Wade Lafrance Memorial Road (Dump Rd), in Tsi Snaihne (Snye) QC. Police attended a residence and spoke to the home owner who reported a suspicious male was observed on the property drinking water from an outdoor […]
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