By Jessica Crouse, Hemp Compliance Administrator The Thunderers have passed through, heralding another Spring, the animals are awakening with fervent energy to ready themselves for another generation, and our People are facing an unprecedented situation of our time. Sustenance of our being has been awakened with the pandemic at our doorsteps, and with that a […]
April 24 2020 Issue
Seneca Transit System implements emergency schedule
By Sharon Ray Effective April 8, 2020, the Seneca Transit System (STS) has temporarily implemented an Emergency Schedule as a precautionary measure toward stopping the spread of COVID-19 for the safety of our passengers and the operators of the service. This temporary Emergency Schedule will remain in effect until further notice. As a result of […]
Seneca Nation now accepting Head Start Applications
Submitted by Tamara Piskorowski Seneca Nation ECLC and SALC are now accepting Head Start applications for the 2020/2021 school year. Head Start is a federally funded program that helps children from low-income families prepare for school both academically and socially. Head Start is a free service provided to families to help develop pre academic skills […]
Got time on your hands at home? Got kids and looking for new learning materials?
Got Onöndowa’ga:’ Gawë:nö’? Catch this video lesson with Ja:no’s on Seneca Media and Communications Facebook page dated April 7th to follow along. Learn Seneca Language at home! Online resources and live video classes! Check out the great resources available at senecalanguage.com. They’ve also got a Facebook group for discussion and questions and a YouTube channel […]
Sullivan Hollow Water Issue
By Joel Merrill The Seneca Nation continues to address the water issues at Sullivan Hollow. Utilizing a grant from EPA, the Seneca Nation plans to replace the well house at Sullivan Hollow and upgrade the water treatment system to meet all water quality standards. In addition, a water storage tank will be constructed to meet […]
Income Opportunity!
Calling All Greenthumbs The Seneca Nation Department of Transportation is looking for any local amateurs experienced in gardening/landscaping to fulfill seasonal, and/or one-time contracts. See flyer below for more information:
Temporary changes for STS riders
Effective April 16, 2020, the Seneca Transit System (STS) is implementing that all passengers need to wear face coverings as a precautionary measure toward stopping the spread of COVID-19 for the safety of our passengers and the operators of the service. As of April 1st, STS has temporarily suspended the collection of fares from riders […]
Let’s Rally for Aly! Alyana Jimerson is the 2020-2021 NNALSA Elections Area 4 Representative Candidate
(National Native American Law Students Association) Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’ (I am thankful you are well). My name is Alyana Jimerson. I am a member of the Seneca Nation of Indians and I am Wolf clan. I am currently a first-year law student at Michigan State University, where I am working towards a certificate in Indigenous Law […]
Three Sisters Gardening
Submitted by Michael Snyder, Gakwi:yo:h Farms Custom graphic by Tami Watt The three sisters, also known as corn, beans and squash also known traditionally as Johehgoh work together when grown in the same garden. This is a method traditionally used by many Native American tribes including the Hodinöhsö:ni’. This method is perfect if the garden […]
Newsletter will continue biweekly editions
By Tami Watt The Seneca Nation Official Newsletter Office will continue to publish two newspapers per month and update www.sninews.org accordingly. Please visit www.sninews.org, click the COVID-19 tab to view all public announcements from the Seneca Nation. The Newsletter Office will be closed to the public to curb the spread of infection. All submissions can […]