February 13, 2026 issue
Rte. 438 and Versailles Plank Road, Cattaraugus Territory – PO Box 182, Versailles, NY 14168 Submitted by Marilyn Anderson The Christian calendar now begins the season of Lent. This is a time of events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. He was crucified because the religious leaders of his time saw him as a […]
In recognition of the Seneca Nation, the “stewards of the land” upon which SBU sits, the Seneca flag has been raised to the rafters of Reilly Center and will remain there. On Feb. 9, the university read, for the first time publicly, a Land Acknowledgment statement before tipoff of the Bonnies game with GW!
Submitted by Kathy Bloom The Iroquois Indian Concert and Marching Band was invited to perform the national anthem and for their half-time show during the Albany Firewolves lacrosse game Saturday, February 15th. The Firewolves celebrated their Native American Heritage night. Twenty-seven band, honor guard, and color guard members represented the Tuscarora, Tonawanda, and Cattaraugus territories […]
Submitted by Franchesca Jones Cattaraugus: March event! Please share! Dr. Lori Quiqley joined us in June 2023 and she is a valuable asset to learning, understanding, and growing through our grief and trauma. Allegany: Seneca Native Connections offers Grief Support services. Group meetings are open to all on the third Tuesday of each month. The […]
SCCSD January Student of the Month The High School Students of the Month winners were nominated by their classroom teachers or coaches throughout each month and were all selected based on strict criteria in the areas of attendance, academics, and overall character traits. Several high school students were nominated, but these few that we will […]
Submitted by Julie John Happy Birthday to my Sweetee. Sweet 16, love you to the moon in back. Enjoy your day. Love your GMA , Dad & family.
Join the Allegany Language Department, Ögwaiwanösde’ Ögwawënö’, and Agwadeyësta’ Do:gë:h on Sunday, February 23, 2025 starting at 10:30am for brunch with Bingo to follow at 12pm-Noon. The event will be held at the Allegany Community Center, ACC-MRP. See flyer below for details:
Ja:göh Rosy Simas! The First Peoples Fund is honored to celebrate the exceptional artists chosen for the inaugural cohort of the Native Performing Arts Fellows. These visionaries represent the richness of Native storytelling, music, dance, and performance, all while amplifying the brilliance of Indigenous creativity. Fellows will receive mentorship, funding, and professional development designed to […]
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford will display the works of renowned Seneca weaver Penelope S. Minner in an exhibition through March 20 in the KOA Art Gallery in Blaisdell Hall. “Weaving the Past Together for the Future” offers an exploration of culture, resilience, and artistry. The exhibition will kick off with an opening reception […]
U.S. Army Airborne Korean War Veteran Leland Hemlock was recognized for his service as a WNY Senior Veteran with a HERO Box from Senior Wishes Leland is a member of the Seneca Nation of Indians and of the Wolf Clan. This U.S. Army Airborne Korean War Veteran enlisted in the army at the age of […]