Dr. Tassy Parker, PhD, RN, an enrolled citizen of the Seneca Nation and member of the Beaver Clan, has been promoted to the rank of Distinguished Professor at the University of New Mexico, effective June 24, 2026. The honor recognizes Dr. Parker’s outstanding contributions to Indigenous health, public health, medical education, research, and service to […]
July 17 2026 Issue
Elders Resource Fair
On Wednesday, June 24th, the Area Office of the Aging (AOA) held an Elder’s Resource Fair at the Cattaraugus Community Center in recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Our Elders enjoyed a day filled with valuable resources and community connections, including breakfast, lunch, a free T-shirt, and door prizes! Nya:wëh to all the caregivers, departments, […]
Elders Attend Buffalo Bisons Game for Native American Heritage Night
Submitted by Patti Brisley Nya:wëh to the Council Office on behalf of the Elders for sponsoring a trip to the Buffalo Bisons Game at Sahlen’s Field. The game took place on Saturday June 20th and was also Native American Heritage Day. All the pics can tell what great fun it was in Suite Seating with […]
Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2026
This World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, join us in affirming our commitment to Honor and Protect our Elders. That commitment was strengthened when the Nation enacted the Seneca Elder Protection Code in January 2024. In developing this new law, the Nation’s government worked closely with the Area Office of the Aging, the Health System, various […]
Lake Shore Girls Basketball Honored at June Regular Session of Council
At the regular session of SNI Council (June 13, 2026), President J. Conrad Seneca, Executives and the Council members recognized and gifted the Lake Shore Girls Basketball Team for their incredible success during the 25/26 season. The 2026 Lake Shore Varsity Girls Basketball Team finished with a league record of 8-2 and an overall record […]
2026 Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow
Join us this weekend, July 17-19 at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino! Visit senecapowwow.org for more information, or follow the Seneca Veterans Powwow Facebook page HERE for all the latest updates throughout the weekend.
Cattaraugus Transfer Station is Officially Open!
Big news! We’re excited to announce that the Cattaraugus Transfer Station is officially open! The Seneca Nation Environmental Department celebrated with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 23rd. Executive leaders and staff joined together to celebrate this new chapter. The Transfer Station is a centralized location where community members can safely drop off non-household waste […]
Grand Opening of Brand-new Elders Housing Units in Steamburg on the Allegany Territory
We’re excited to announce a new chapter for our Seneca Elders! On June 23, we celebrated the grand opening of brand-new Elder’s housing units in Steamburg on the Ohi:yo’ Territory with a special ribbon cutting ceremony. These modern homes offer safe, independent living for our elders. This important move allows residents of the 44 Seneca […]
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training
Submitted by the Opioid Response Department The Seneca Nation Opioid Response Department in collaboration with the Erie County Department of Mental Health hosted a 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training for first responders including members of the Marshalls and Evans PD the week of June 15-19 at the Seneca Cattaraugus Fire Hall. 9 participants (7 […]
Cattaraugus Territory Education Department Annual High School Graduation Banquet
SNI Education Department held their annual High School Graduation recognition Banquet for the Class of 2026 on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at the Cattaraugus Territory Seneca Fire hall. Ja:göh to all the students and the award recipients. Native Success Scholarships:Salana Ferrgusquia – Lake Shore CentralAlijah Williams – Silver Creek CentralCorrina “CC” John – Gowanda CentralFaith […]










