February 27, 2026 issue
More than 200 acres of reacquired ancestral homelands recognized as sovereign Seneca territory (February 26, 2026) CATTARAUGUS TERRITORY, IRVING, N.Y. – The Seneca Nation’s future presence on Grand Island took a significant step forward with a key approval from the United States Department of Interior. Late Tuesday, the Nation received official notification that its application […]
Submitted by Seneca Energy Supply prices have risen over the past year due to increasing consumption of electricity and natural gas. With the colder-than-normal weather we’re experiencing, demand is climbing even higher and pushing supply prices up. You may have noticed that supply rates have increased. For example, on January 30, 2026, electricity supply rates […]
Nya:wëh Sgënö’! We are Ëyetinëtšinéhshö’ , meaning “we will bring them along”. We are a multi-age fully immersive Seneca Language classroom. Throughout our day, we provide an atmosphere that best supports the children’s developing language, inspired by the land, seasonal changes, and our ceremonial way of life. We want to acknowledge it has come to […]
Seneca Fire Cattaraugus Territory held their annual Installation of Officers on Friday evening, January 30, 2026, celebrating 58 years of tradition. Newly installed Officers are as follows: Department Executives:• President – John Waterman, Jr.• Vice President – Stanley Francis• Secretary – Patrice John• Treasurer – Shaela Maybee• Building Chairman- John Maybee• Delegates – Melissa Schindler […]
Community Planning & Development Honors Patricia “Miss Pat” Galeza For 13 Years of Service The Community Planning & Development Department honored Grant Writer Patricia Galeza, fondly known as “Miss Pat,” on Friday, February 6th, recognizing her 13 years of dedicated service to the Seneca Nation. The Buffalo Creek Office graciously hosted the event, bringing the […]
Submitted by Ja:no’s Bowen, Director of Seneca Language Teacher Support & Community Outreach What Is The Mission of Seneca Language Teacher Support And Community Outreach (SLTSCO)? Our Mission is to provide Seneca language access to the community and professional learning opportunities, including certification support, to Seneca language instructors. Who are the team members? Ja:no’s—Janine BowenDirectorjanos.bowen@sni.org(716) […]
Join us at the Highbanks Lodge for an Easter egg hunt, pictures w/the Easter Bunny, snacks and prizes on Saturday, March 28th from 2-4pm! This event is for ages 0-17 years. Highbanks Campground is located at 1370 W. Perimeter Rd., Steamburg, NY 14783. For more information or if you have questions, please call 716-354-2177 or […]
Presented by SNI Cattaraugus Education Department Bring your family and friends for a night of skating, laughter, and dinner on March 10, 2026 from 5:30pm-7pm at the Cattaraugus Community Center! Event Highlights: • Open Ice Skating• Dinner while supplies last• Craft Tables For more information contact 716-532-3341.
February 12, 2026 | Repost from Seneca Nation Group After two years of in-house work, the Seneca Nation Group team is proud to share the successful refurbishment of the Cadet Chapel Organ at the United States Military Academy at West Point. This extensive project involved the full removal, off-site restoration, and enhancement of the original […]
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