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A message from President Matthew B. Pagels

Gagwe:göh sgë:nö’, I’m thankful you are well. As we wait for spring to arrive, we are seeing some relief with the Covid-19 positive numbers on our Territories. I’d like to attribute it to everyone working together to be aware of the protocols, and safety practices. This virus will continue to invade at every opportunity, so […]

COVID-19 Feature

Presidential UPDATE (02.25.22)

President Pagels gives an update on the current COVID numbers and reminds the community that the vaccine is still available at the health clinics. He also provides information about local COVID testing in our community. He talks about the upcoming Seneca Markets that are going to take place in the month of April. Then concludes […]

COVID-19 Feature

Presidential UPDATE (02.18.22)

President Pagels gives updated information about the gaming compact. With the decrease of COVID cases, he announces a new executive order that lifts the COVID restrictions of public gatherings and travel for SN employees. He also provides information about COVID testing in the community. He closes with acknowledgement of Showtime’s donation to the Seneca-Iroquois National […]

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A message from President Matthew B. Pagels

Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’, Well, the groundhog as seen his shadow and has predicted 6 more weeks of winter. Since we’ve had a very mild winter for the most part, I’m okay snuggling in for a few more weeks. Winter is a time to prepare for the busy spring and summer activities. I’d like to briefly touch […]

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A message from President Matthew B. Pagels

Nya:wëh sgë:nö’, We’re off to a quick start for 2022. A whole month into winter and we finally had some snow. I hope everyone stayed safe during this brief winter storm and remembered their winter driving skills. The COVID monthly report shows a slight decrease in positive cases within our Communities. Allegany had 124 cases […]

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Gaming Compact Community Meetings

Please join us for a GAMING COMPACT UPDATE. ~ For Enrolled Senecas Allegany Territory Meeting: January 19th at the ACC | Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Cattaraugus Territory Meeting: January 20th at the CCC | Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Attention: COVID-19 Safety Protocols in place.

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Presidential UPDATE (01.15.22)

President Pagels provides dates of upcoming community meetings that help address questions about the compact. He also provides the latest COVID numbers and information about testing sites in the Nation Community. He also addresses the armed robberies on the Cattaraugus Territories. See video message below:

Community News Feature

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 […]