October 17, 2025 issue
President Pagels speaks on increased vaccination outreach to eligible 16 and 17 year olds and neighboring communities. He also encourages community members to submit content for the upcoming special newsletter issue on the drug epidemic and take part in the climate change survey. He closes with updates about fiber optic broadband and registration for the […]
By Tami Watt, Editor Hodinöhsöni’ or Ogwe’öweh have had traditions with song and dance since our beginnings. Rooted in ceremony, traditional music is often used to give thanks to the Creator for the renewal of the cycle of nature and the continuous gifts from Mother Earth. Most ceremonies take place behind closed doors in the […]
IRVING, NY- The Community Fair kicked off Monday, April 5th with the Fishing Derby, Family Community Challenge, a Paint Project to raise awareness for Sexual Assault Victims, and drive-thru chicken dinner. The week rounded out with various physical activities and challenges such as a Scavenger Hunt, a 5K, a lacrosse shoot out, a lay-up challenge, […]
Nya:wëh sgë:nö’, Hope all are well. I hope everyone had a Happy Easter with family. As more and more members become vaccinated we are able to spend more time with each other. Please continue to be vigilant in Covid-19 protocols so we can keep our numbers down. Although we can begin to see light at […]
Council Co-Chair Tina Abrams, standing in for President Pagels, offers condolences for the passing of his mother, Kim Pagels. Councilor Abrams offers important updates about increased positive cases of COVID-19, extension of weekly testing events, and vaccination availability. She acknowledges the efforts for Community Fair Week and the cleanups on both territories, as well as […]
President Pagels acknowledges the closing of Women’s History Month, while also giving updates on vaccination availability and Nation travel policy. He announces the annual Community Fair, surveys being done by the Climate Change Task Force and Department of Transportation, as well as registration for virtual participation for April’s regular Council session. See video message below:
Council Co-Chair Presley Redeye, standing in for President Pagels, offers condolences for the passing of Andrew John. He provides updates about COVID cases and the Seneca Nation Health System now making appointments for enrolled Nation members, Seneca Nation Health System patients, and those eligible for services at the Health System over the age of 18.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Seneca Nation Executives would like to recognize Seneca women whom have served the public. Since Passage of Constitutional Amendment October 7, 1966 (updated 03/16/21- Clerk’s Office) March is “National Women’s History Month” and we have much reason to celebrate. Within the Seneca Nation our society traditionally is matrilineal. […]
Buffalo Business First rolled out their Power 250 list for 2021, a ranking of the most influential individuals in the business field. Coming in at #44 is Kevin Nephew, CEO of the Seneca Gaming Corporation. Nephew is the first Seneca member to serve as the head of our gaming corporation. Seneca Nation President Matthew B. […]
President Pagels shares an important update about increased vaccine availability for adults of all ages through the Seneca Nation Health System, as well as an upcoming vaccination clinic collaboration between the Seneca Gaming Corporation and Cattaraugus County. He clarifies the Allegany fisheries closure, congratulates the new Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, and announces the […]