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SALC: Mid-Winter Break

Seneca Arts & Learning Center Mid-Winter Break gave our Afterschool students the chance to learn outside the classroom. Over their break, our youth took part in dance, bracelet-making, and language activities using Seneca words, creating an experience that was engaging, cultural, and FUN. This is the kind of learning that sticks, meaningful, hands-on, and rooted […]

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SN Library Faux Stained Glass Project

Cattaraugus Branch The Seneca Nation Library, Cattaraugus Branch, held a Faux stained glass project on February 19, 2026. Nya:wëh for participating. Follow them on Facebook at Seneca Nation Library – Catt. to participate in upcoming classes and activities.

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Seneca Transit System (STS) Survey

We want to hear from you! STS is exploring a local circulator route to improve access to key destinations, support mobility for all ages, and enhance economic and community connections. Scan the code or follow the link below to access the survey. We ask that you please reserve any comments for the survey. Survey link […]

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Gakwi:yo:h Farms Featured in Buffalo Spree Magazine

February 18, 2026 | Repost from Buffalo Spree Magazine FB As part of our March maple coverage, writer Lauren Newkirk Maynard explores Gakwi:y:oh Farms in Collins, NY. This month, its annual harvesting of maple syrup, and you’re invited. Pick up the latest issue of Spree for the full story. Story by Lauren Newkirk MaynardPhotos by […]

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Seneca Nation Receives Federal Approval to Place Grand Island Land into Restricted Fee

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 […]

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How The Weather and Demand Affect Your Bill?

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 […]

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Ëyetinëtšinéhshö’ Immersed Learning Nest (ËILN)

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 […]

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58th Annual Seneca Fire Installation Dinner

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 […]

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Patricia “Miss Pat” Galeza Retirement

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 […]

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Seneca Language Teacher Support and Community Outreach (SLTSCO)

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) […]