January 17, 2025 issue
Treaty restored Seneca lands, affirmed Nation’s sovereignty ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – Leaders from the Seneca Nation and other dignitaries and guests will gather to commemorate the historic significance of the Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842 at an annual event next week. The commemoration event will be held on Friday, May 17 at 10:30am at […]
The Allegany Language Department is proud to announce that the Seneca Dictionary App is now available on the App Store & Google Play! It contains over 16,000+ audible Seneca words! The Seneca Dictionary App has many useful features, including a favorites tab, search by text/voice, A-Z tab for finding words quickly, and a downloadable pdf […]
Greetings, I trust that this message finds you well. Although the calendar says gëgwidekneh (spring,) there were a few snowflakes in the air this past weekend. The temperatures are seasonable, and the neighborhoods are quickly filling up with the sound of lawn mowers. Soon enough, summer will be here. The high school spring sports seasons […]
Remembering Old Bridge that Served from 1930-2023 By Alyssa Coustenis, Reporter Work began on the Red House Bridge replacement project in December 2023 with demolition of the bridge beginning of March 2024. Old Bridge is the 3rd bridge of Red House, NY. It was constructed in 1931, hasn’t been maintained since 1980. It has been […]
Greetings, I trust that this message finds you well. Gëgwidekneh (Spring) is a time of resilience and rebirth. The birds have returned to share their songs with us. The hibernating animals, trees, and plants are reawakening. Our temperatures have warmed, and the longer days are most welcomed. It is encouraging to hear all the ga’no’s […]
Nation will acquire, rehabilitate vacant Skillen St. church ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – The Seneca Nation is planning to establish a community and resource center for Senecas of all ages living in the city of Buffalo and surrounding area. Seneca Nation President Rickey Armstrong, Sr. announced that the Nation has been awarded a $1,591,200 federal […]
Total Solar Eclipse Celebration: Monday, April 8th from 1-6pm A total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total solar eclipse will begin over the South Pacific Ocean. The Seneca Nation is expected to be under the path of totality near 3:15 p.m. Please join us for […]
Greetings, I hope this message finds you in good health. The days are getting longer and warmer, Gëgwidekneh (Spring) has sprung! I can almost taste that first fresh bowl of wild onion soup. I hope that everyone gets the opportunity to enjoy the early spring weather. For only the second time in school history, the […]
As we bring in Spring, we also welcome the local Easter inspired events happening throughout the community. Easter egg hunts, community dinners and coloring contests are just a few of the activities/events planned over the next few weeks. Note: All parents must submit a registration form for each child attending the Jellybean Jamboree. Parents will […]
Greetings, I hope that this message finds you well. A few nights ago, the Hadi:wënodaje’s (the Thunderers) swept across Seneca Territory. Although the Thunderers represent the renewal of life, old man winter is still hanging on. Soon, we will enjoy more sunlight, warmer temperatures, and the return of field lacrosse. Congratulations to the Salamanca Warriors’ […]