April 10, 2026 issue
Seneca Nation Engages In Information Campaign With Native Nations And State Legislators Seneca Nation Councillors recently have been engaging in an information campaign to garner support from Native Nations, as well as from New York State legislators, to ensure that the state engages in good faith compact negotiations pursuant to the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. […]
Seneca Nation and Dreamcatcher Foundation Host Bike Rodeo and Giveaway The Seneca Nation partnered with Dreamcatcher Foundation to host a youth bike rodeo and safety fair at the Cattaraugus Community Center on May 25th and at the Allegany Community Center on May 26th. The Dream Catcher Foundation donated 100 youth bicycles (50 for each territory) […]
Council Expresses Gratitude to our Foster Families Photos by Seneca Media In recognition of Foster Parent Appreciation Month in May, the Seneca Nation Council donated gift cards to thank foster families in our community. These families selflessly open their homes and lives to children that would not otherwise have the opportunity for support and guidance. […]
AMERIND National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) – Annual Convention and Tradeshow Councillors Arlene Bova (Allegany), Presley Redeye (Cattaraugus) and Lisa Maybee (Cattaraugus) traveled to Seattle, Washington May 16-19, 2022 to attend the Amerind NAIHC Annual Convention and Tradeshow. Their mission is “to effectively and efficiently promote and support American Indians, Alaska Natives and native […]
Hazel Dean sent in the following letter: Hanödaga:nyas: President Matthew Pagels (word used for president)O:wísda’ Hasdi:sta’: Treasurer Rickey Armstrong Sr. (he manages money)Ye:yadö:’: Clerk Marta Kettle (She writes)Swa:shëö’: Seneca Nation Councilors (you are all councillors) Heh nya:wëh gagwe:göh, o’sgwá:wisdö’ neh Covid-19 óíwa’. We:so degwanö:nyö:h. Gë:h heh nya:wëh.(Thank you all, you gave me money – regarding […]
The Seneca Nation is waiting for more information from the federal government before proceeding with any payments to New York State. To date, no payments have been made to New York State. Seneca Nation President Matthew Pagels said the funds will be withheld pending a federal review, as the result of a vote by the […]
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Councillor Eliot Jimerson gave an address at the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. Afterward, a check was presented to the Center for $12,592.00. The check was for the proceeds raised by the Wheel Strong team which participated in the Ride for Roswell 2021. Channel 4 News (WIVB) interviewed Councillor Jimerson as […]
Photos by Seneca Media On August 13th, the Vision 2020 program held a luncheon with President Pagels and members of the council. The lunch was followed by a Q&A with questions from the Vision 2020 interns. The Councilors shared examples of their experience in government and advice for the students future plans.
A graduation speech Councillor Bova would like to share… Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’ Gagwe:goh, Now that graduations for high school and college have come and gone, it’s time to celebrate those hard earned accomplishments with family and friends! Celebrate graduates, although please remember to be safe in all aspects! Ja:goh! This year, I had the honor of […]
Councillor Abrams gives opening address for the Interior Department’s virtual event for Native graduates Councillor Tina Abrams recently gave the opening address for a virtual event for Native graduates of the Class of 2021. The event was sponsored by the U.S. Department of the Interior and included addresses by dignitaries such as Interior Secretary Deb […]