September 26, 2025 issue
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 […]
President Pagels notes that the Seneca Nation Health System has earned designation as a Patient Centered Medical Home from the National Committee for Quality Assurance and that the Fish and Wildlife Department has announced the temporary suspension of fishing on the Allegany Territory for spring egg collection and preparation for the annual walleye run. He […]
President Pagels offers condolences on the passing of Michael “Spike” John and encourages everyone to get vaccinated against this deadly disease. He provides important new information about vaccine scheduling, as well as registering for virtual COVID info sessions and regular Council. He concludes with noting the inclusion of significant funding for Indian Country in the […]