“Brought to Light: The Epidemic of Violence against Native and Indigenous Women” AND “Orenda: Paintings by artist G. Peter Jemison” Brooke Leboeuf, Art Director | thek.art | March 30, 2021 BUFFALO, N.Y., — K Art, 808 Main St., Buffalo, a Native American-owned commercial gallery that solely showcases the artwork of national-level Native contemporary artists, announces […]
Community News
Dr. Rodney Haring Honored
National Federation for Just Communities Honors Roswell Park’s Dr. Rodney Haring Local agency that works to promote understanding and respect honored Community Heroes March 19-20. Submitted by Rebecca Vogt, Roswell Park | March 18, 2021 HIGHLIGHTS • Seneca researcher leads Roswell Park’s Center for Indigenous Cancer Research• Awardees embodied the mission of the organization during […]
Saving America’s Endangered Languages
Submitted by Flip White Research shows that language revitalization is a key empowerment tool for Native American communities. The methods for creating fluent speakers of Native American languages are well-tested and effective. All involve immersing language learners in their language, whether in one-on-one master-apprentice relationships, in language-nest intergenerational settings, or in immersion preschools. In Window […]
News From The Four Corners United Methodist Church
Rte. 438 and Versailles Plank Road, Cattaraugus Territory | Pastor – Holly Brittain Submitted by Marilyn Anderson For Christians Easter is the celebration of the Resurrection – a new life, a new beginning. For all of us it means that it’s time to get ready to plant our gardens and get ready for summer – […]
Three monuments of women
Three monuments of women are coming to Western New York including Seneca Nation member and Educator, Geraldine Green. By Jeddy Johnson | Mar 25, 2021 | Reprinted from wkbw.com BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — After a brief intermission, Karen King, the executive director of the Erie County Commission on the Status of Women is ready to […]
Good Neighbors: It Takes a Tribe
Many people know of JC Seneca, the businessman & philanthropist. But this week’s “Good Neighbor” is his wife, Nicole, who founded a charity to help children in need. By Melissa Holmes | March 31, 2021 | Reprinted from wgrz.com IRVING, N.Y. — The old saying goes, ‘It takes a village to raise a child.’ But […]
Pinewoods Community Association Easter Egg Hunt
Please join us for an Easter Egg Hunt! For more information, view the flyer posted below and make sure to fill out the registration form too. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND THE DEADLINE IS MARCH 3ST.
Smell that? It’s that time of the year!
Spreading of Organic Fertilizer Submitted by Jayde Stevens Spreading of Organic Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer– natural made fertilizer from plant & animal sources; provides long term benefits to people and the environment. Benefits of organic fertilizer: • Crops produced contain no harmful chemicals• Increase long-term soil fertility• Improves soil quality & adds nutrients• Ensures water stays […]
Congratulations to the newest members of the National Honor Society!
Salamanca City Central School District March 15, 2021 | Credit: Salamanca City Central School District On Friday, March 12, 2021, current members and advisors traveled around Salamanca to “tap” the newest members. Later this month there will be a more formal induction ceremony. Congratulations to: Jillian Rea, Elijah George, Harley Hoag (Pictured L to R:) […]
IGS Monthly Meeting
– April via Zoom for 2021 Submitted by Leatha Jimerson We hope this finds everyone well and healthy. We are keeping those that have lost loved ones in our thoughts and send comfort and strength to them. Our first Zoom meeting held on March 11, 2021 was a success and a learning experience. There were […]