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Superintendent Bryce Thompson Retires From Attica Central School District After 30+ Years In Education

By Tami Watt, Editor Bryce Thompson, Snipe clan, originally from the Cattaraugus Territory, has made the decision to retire after dedicating his extensive career to the education system, both on and off territory. Mr. Thompson was instrumental in the developing the Seneca Language Regents exam as an alternative for Indigenous high school students back in […]

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A message from President Matthew B. Pagels

Nya:wëh sgë:nö’ gagwe:goh (I’m thankful you are all well), As we start off 2022, we continue to be caught up in the middle of a pandemic. As we gathered for the holidays the Omicron strain of the COVID-19 virus has been gaining momentum infecting thousands of people a day throughout the country. This trend is […]

COVID-19 Feature

Presidential UPDATE (01.04.22)

President Pagels provides an update on COVID numbers. He also announces locations of local daily CTS testing sites, with both Rapid tests and PCR tests. He also explains the updated COVID procedures and travel guidelines for Seneca Nation employees. He concludes with information on the upcoming Council Session for January. See video message below:

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Honor Roll Lists – Ja:goh!

Allegany Education Dept. Honor Roll List Submitted by Nancy Williams High Honor Roll at Salamanca High School (95% and above) Mackenzie Crouse 8Jorja Miller 8Anne Marie Rozler 8Izabella Milks 9Abigail Murphy 9Karina Mireless-Crouse 10Bella Wolfe 10Gahseni’de’ Hubbell 11Sydnie John 11Quinton Jones 11Alyssa Perkins 11Harley Hoag 12Hayden Hoag 12Aliyah Lee 12Jillian Rea 12Tre Turner 12 Honor […]

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A message from President Matthew B. Pagels

Merry Christmas, Nya:wëh sgë:nö’ gagwe:göh, It’s time for family and holiday traditions bringing everyone closer together! Christmas can mean baking, shopping, wrapping or it can be a time for giving, sharing, and celebration. However you acknowledge the season, take the time to appreciate everything that has come to you. It’s with a heavy heart I […]

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Presidential UPDATE (12.21.21)

President Pagels gives an update on COVID numbers and dates for the testing events during the holidays. He also speaks on upcoming Christmas events at the SAAB, ACC and BNRC. He closes with a recap of the year and wishes the Nation a safe and healthy holiday season. See video message below:

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Presidential UPDATE (12.17.21)

President Pagels starts today’s update by recognizing the passing of former Nation Clerk, Treasurer, and Councillor, as well a judge in both Peacemaker’s Court and the Court of Appeals, Shelley Huff. He provides an update on COVID numbers, COVID testing dates, current compact update , and upcoming Holiday related activities at the ACC and BNRC. […]

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Presidential UPDATE (12.10.21)

President Pagels gives an update on COVID numbers and information about rapid testing for the community. He also speaks on the Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino partnership with Niagara County Department of Health’s free COVID Vaccine Clinic. He closes with a reminder of this week’s council session. See video message below:

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A message from President Matthew B. Pagels

Gagwe:göh sgë:nö’, I hope you all had an enjoyable time with family and friends over the Thanksgiving holiday. We move quickly into Christmas and New Year’s. Please be vigilant as you venture out into the surrounding communities to shop and enjoy holiday parties. Covid – 19 continues to gain momentum as a new omicron variant […]

COVID-19 Feature

Presidential UPDATE (12.02.21)

President Pagels gives an update on COVID numbers and information about rapid testing and vaccination. He also discusses upcoming holiday events for the community. He closes with a reminder of next week’s council session and the SN Birthday on December 3rd, 2021. See video message below: