January 31, 2025 issue
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’ […]
What is a Solar Eclipse? A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the earth and creates a shadow with the sun’s light. Three things have to be true to make solar eclipses occur: 1) There is a new moon which means the side of the moon lit by the sun […]
Greetings, I hope this message finds you well. It’s that time of year when the weather is a toss-up. The téhdo:ö’ (groundhog) may not be an accurate barometer but, I feel that mother nature has a firm handle on our beautiful and ever-changing seasons. The best part is that with each passing day, we are […]
President Armstrong, Sr. provides an update on two recent issues regarding the Nation and our economy: In terms of the Gaming Compact, “… We believe we have come to substantial agreement on approximately one-third of Compact sections. However, we still need to come to agreement on some of the most important issues, including exclusivity and […]
ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – Seneca Nation President Rickey Armstrong, Sr. announced that, upon review of updated data, two local motor fuel providers conducting business on Seneca Nation Territory are compliant with Seneca Nation law and are not in danger of having their Seneca Nation business licenses suspended. “We want to thank our compliant providers […]
‘It’s still kind of upholding that oral tradition of sharing, passing knowledge on and talking’ January 31, 2024 | By Candace Maracle · CBC News | cbc.ca It used to be that a Longhouse was the only place where you could hear traditional Haudenosaunee teachings but now they’re becoming more accessible to engage a younger […]
Greetings, I hope this message finds you well and that you were able to get out and enjoy some sunshine. The téhdo:ö’ (groundhog) is predicting that spring will arrive early this year. I immediately start thinking about fresh walleye, hearty wild onion soup, and sweet maple syrup. We are almost there. Our students will have […]
More exciting construction news this week as we bring you the latest updates from the Seneca Nation Environmental Protection Department on the New Cattaraugus Territory Transfer Station. Construction began in October 2023 and has a tentative completion date of mid May 2024. The goal of the Transfer Station is to replace the annual large item […]
Greetings, I hope this message finds you well and in good health. We recently experienced a bout of frigid temperatures and lake effect snow across the region. I hope our winter sports enthusiasts can make the most of this weather. An area favorite, the Amsoil U.S. Air Force Snocross National will be returning to the […]