July 25, 2025 issue
Submitted by Jessica Crouse, Director of Seneca Nation Cannabis Department The Cannabis Industry has been growing by leaps and bounds, and institutions of higher education have responded by developing curriculum to build a skilled workforce. It must be noted that for most cannabis industry jobs, one must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. […]
Nya:wëh sgënö’ gagwe:göh, I’m thankful you are well. Happy summer! We sure have had plenty of rain over the past month. I hope your gardens are prospering from it. I’m glad to report our Covid-19 numbers were at zero for the last 10-day snap shot again. You may however, be aware of the new Delta […]
Treasurer Armstrong provides an update on the COVID case count for both territories, direct benefit payments through the American Rescue Plan Act , Summer recreational programs for the youth, AOA offering coupons for Farmer’s Markets, warning the community on the dangers of underage drinking and a thanks to the Cattaraugus community members who pulled together […]
Nya:weh Sgënö’ gagwe:göh, It has been a very hot summer so far with heavy humidity. Let’s check on our elders and those with compromised health conditions daily during these hot days. As restrictions continue to lighten and festival events promote large crowd gatherings, please stay mindful of safety precautions we’ve learned throughout the pandemic. This […]
President Pagels acknowledges the missing person situation that occurred last week, while reminding the community to submit their American Rescue Plan Act surveys. He provides a COVID update, announces the registration for the Seneca Gaming Corporation quarterly stakeholder meeting and closes with information about the July regular session of Council. See video message below:
President Pagels speaks on the recent news about the discovery of the graves of 751 Native children at a residential school site. He provides a COVID update, information about the Homeowner Assistance Fund. Gives an update on the Community Centers and closes with congratulating the local sports accomplishments. See video message below:
Attention: The Seneca Nation Mortgage Program is announcing THERE IS A HOME FOR SALE ON THE CATTARAUGUS TERRITORY. Conveniently located on Route 438, this home is sure to go fast! The home includes: 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Situated on approximately 1 acre of land The residence is UP TO CODE, add a little bit of […]
Solar Company’s Effort to Ignore Concerns Cited by Nation, State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historical Preservation Cites Previous Injustices and Cannot Stand The Seneca Nation has called on the state Department of Public Service (DPS) to reject efforts by Invenergy to ignore concerns raised by both the Nation and the State Office of Parks, […]
Gagwe:göh sgënö’, agajëgwah gagwe:göh jöhiyoa:je’, I hope everyone is doing well on these beautiful days of summer. As of June 16, covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, restaurants, sports stadiums and festivals were given the green light to fully open their doors. While we are out enjoying familiar events, please remember many people are not vaccinated […]
President Pagels acknowledges the recent Seneca Nation Presidents Day holiday and pays tribute to the past leaders. He announces SNIEDC receiving a $1 Million grant from the U.S. Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund and the Seneca Nation being designated an initial allocation under the American Rescue Plan, with a second expected in the future. […]