Got Onöndowa’ga:’ Gawë:nö’? Catch video lessons with Ja:no’s on Seneca Media and Communications Facebook page. 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 filled with fun and educational videos. Check […]
May 15 2020 Issue
Nya:wëh from the family of James E. Buffalo
“Jimmy – Jim – Uncle Jim” We would like to say Nya:wëh for all the expressions of sympathy received during this extremely hard time. Thank you all for the thoughtful calls, text messages, cards, social media posts, and virtual hugs. Your warmth and kindness has made this terrible time a little more bearable. All of […]
From The Desk of The Treasurer
Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’, Spring is finally here! Everyone looks forward to warmer days, time outdoors, gardening and exercising. I hope you continue to do these things but with caution and awareness. During this extraordinary time, abiding by guidelines such as social distancing, limited gatherings and continuous hand washing is most important for our community’s health and […]
Disability paperwork on hold
Submitted by Leanna LeRoy Seneca Nation Disability Services will not be accepting any new paperwork at this time. If you are due for Recertification there is a HOLD on it until the COVID-19 Pandemic is over you will not be in violation in any way. Please hold on to the paperwork that you have and […]
Amos Whitcomb (Allegany, son of Rae Lynn George and Chad Whitcomb) playing lacrosse at an elite level for his family and little brother Kaine. Ja:goh Amos!
By Dan Ninham | Reprinted from NDNSPORTS.com | April 7, 2020 | Photo credit: Kristen Sledge-Whitcomb Amos Whitcomb is a member of the Seneca Nation and of the Snipe Clan. His Native name is Hadeÿost, which translates to “The fighter”. He is the son of Chad Stxy Whitcomb and Rae Lynn George. Amos is from […]
Marc Straus now represents Marie Watt
Marie Watt is making moves in the art world. She is now represented by one of New York City’s leading contemporary art galleries. NEW YORK, NY.- Marc Straus announced the representation of Marie Watt Marie Watt uses powerful symbolism, text and group activity to create impassioned sculptural works. Her work is timely, synthesizing mythologies and […]
Nya:wëh
Submitted by Audrey Ray We would like to thank the Valley Christian Assembly for the use of the church for the funeral for Jennifer Howe. Thank you to the Seneca Nation Marshal’s for the escort and roadway blockages for the funeral procession. Thank you to the Seneca Nation for food provided for the luncheon following […]
News From The Clerk’s Office
CLERK’S OFFICE HOURSWhile our doors are closed temporarily, we will continue to remain open Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with limited staff who are available by TELEPHONE ONLY. Cattaraugus Territory – (716) 532-4900 ext. 5000Allegany Territory – (716) 945-1790 ext. 3000 You can mail completed forms along with a copy of your […]
Tune-in to WGWE!
If you’re outside the radio range of WGWE and want to hear some classic hits with some Seneca flavor you can still tune in through the website and the newly updated Android and iPhone/iPad apps. Be sure to check out Gae:no’ with Brett Maybee, the Night Show with Louis Snyder, programming from the Native Voice […]
Seneca Nation’s first virtual Council session
On Saturday, May 9, the Seneca Nation held the first virtual regular Council session via the GoToMeeting platform. This allowed for safely maintaining social distancing, while providing secure access to Senecas who wanted to participate. Councillors and Executives video conferenced from the Council chambers on their respective territories and 156 members logged in, some from […]