September 12, 2025 issue
Following a successful pilot last fall, the Erick Laine Career Exploration Opportunity Award program returns this year. The program, also known as the Laine CEO Award, provides participants a paid, hands-on experience in a career field of interest with local businesses and manufacturers. Open to area residents 18 and older, the experience is coordinated by […]
Scholarships Available: July 20, 2022 Barry/Deanna Snyder, Sr. Chairman’s Scholarship:$10,000 awarded over two years- Applicant must retain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, with a focus on experience in health leadership. Geraldine Memmo Scholarship:$5,000 awarded annually – focus on leadership in a health field with knowledge of the rich and diverse history of the Seneca […]
Seneca Language interpretation Gaisgë’se:’ Photo by Patrick Redeye, Media Producer, Allegany Territory Check out the great resources available at senecalanguage.com to learn more about other birds and animals. Senecalanguage.com has a Facebook group for discussion and questions, as well as a YouTube channel filled with fun and educational videos.
June 12, 2022 | By Deb Everts | salamancapress.com LEON — The Leon Historical Society hosted speaker Tina Scherman on Saturday at Leon’s 1836 Church. In her living history presentation, “Mary Jemison: White Woman of the Genesee,” Scherman brought Jemison’s story to life in first-person narration. Dressed in replica Seneca clothing is commonly worn in […]
Last week the Salamanca City Central School District educators, former students and members of the community gathered at Prospect Elementary School to celebrate the dedication of the newly renovated library in honor of the late Cindy Mohr, Seneca, Heron. A 35 year veteran educator, Cindy was a beloved member of the greater Salamanca community and […]
On June 12th, over 100 participants gathered to celebrate the late Cynthia “Cindy” Mohr’s 5K walk/run in commemoration of her birthday on June 6th. Family, former students and community members started the race at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in Salamanca, NY. Mrs. Mohr dedicated her career to the Salamanca City Central School District for more […]
Class of 2022 Submitted by Eagle John We are so very proud of how well you succeeded & all the educational & personal accomplishments you have achieved! We hope that you always believe in yourself as much as we believe in you, No matter what happens in life, we will always be here to love […]
Submitted by Karen Karsten Kari Karsten, daughter of Karen Karsten and Kevin Gates, has graduated with her Masters in Museology (Museum Studies) from the University of Washington. She previously graduated from Syracuse University with her B.S. in Communications and Rhetorical Studies. She focused her studies on Indigenous curatorial practices and equity work. She is currently […]
June 14, 2022 | silvercreekschools.org Sincere Becker, daughter of Marshall Becker (Cattaraugus Territory, Seneca, Snipe clan), granddaughter of Cindy & Dennis Becker, earned the Seal of Civic Readiness in Silver Creek Central with five other seniors. This initiative of the New York State Education Department acknowledges student achievement in Social Studies courses and civic engagement […]
2022 Indigenous Music & Arts Festival The Indigenous Music & Arts Festival is back! Ganondagan State Historic Site will be sending out vendor applications upon request to interested vendors. If you are interested in vending, please sign up to receive an application at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc55JbdXVzmesTlv8Y1vkOG1MNFK8hgTqqgzOsFAHNaHSIBrg/viewform Vending space is a 14’x14′ booth with a fee of $175 […]