May 29, 2026 issue
Treaty restored Seneca lands, affirmed Nation’s sovereignty May 15, 2026 WEST SENECA, N.Y. – Seneca Nation leaders gathered with local officials and neighbors today to commemorate the importance of the Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842, which forever shaped the history of both the Seneca Nation and Western New York. The treaty restored Seneca possession of […]
May 5th, 2026, was Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Day of awareness. Across the territories, we gathered together in strength and visibility to heal through connection, culture and community. The SNI Human Services Division held a healing space designed for reflection and remembrance, honoring the relatives who never made it home. There was a […]
Just down the road from our Highbanks Campground you will find yourself at the Cattaraugus County Onoville Marina. When you’re here, you can view a collaboration project between Cattaraugus County, Visit Seneca Nation and Seneca Media & Communications Center! Educational kiosks containing the history of the Seneca Nation and the area of the Allegany Reservoir […]
May 15, 2026 | Repost from Gridline Skateparks FB That’s a wrap on our work with the Seneca Nation! We built two new 2,000 sq ft skateparks in two different territories, the Cattaraugus Territory (Irving, NY) and the Allegany Territory (Salamanca, NY). While building any skatepark or obstacle is a privilege, the opportunity to bring […]
Heyhey Nya:wëh Sgë:nö’, Pictured above: President Seneca at the Buffalo Creek Treaty Commemoration. With summer fast approaching, I hope everyone is starting to enjoy a bit more sunshine, warmer temperatures and time outside. Soon after recognizing Onöndowa’ga:’ Day and the importance of the 1842 Buffalo Creek Treaty, we headed to Albany for our third Seneca […]
VIRTUAL COUNCIL SESSIONS The Seneca Nation will be utilizing the virtual online platform “Microsoft Teams” for the Council Sessions for enrolled members to have access to each Council meeting. To participate, enrolled members will need access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone as well as a valid email address to sign up. Please follow the […]
Welcome our recent enrollments to the Seneca Nation May 9, 2026 Ten (10) Additions to The Seneca Nation Roll – May 9, 2026, Regular Session of Council Pictured above: New Enrollments group photo – May 2026 Regular Session of Council, Photo credit: Seneca Media & Communications Center. Mila Rogue Bable, Turtle – Cartersville, GA Ellanora […]
At the May 9th Regular Session of Council, Councillor Tina Abrams was formally honored for her recognition as the 57th District’s 2026 New York State Senate Woman of Distinction. Family, friends, and community celebrated this outstanding achievement, as Councilor Abrams is the first Indigenous woman to receive the honor. NYS Senator George Borello was present […]
Senator George Borrello Honors Seneca Nation Councilor Tina Abrams at New York State Senate Women of Distinction Ceremony Pictured above: Senator Borrello and Tina Abrams at the Women of Distinction ceremony in theLegislative Office Building in Albany, New York. May 6, 2026 – ALBANY, N.Y. — Senator George Borrello joined colleagues from across the state […]
The Seneca Nation is currently accepting letters of intent for those interested in serving on the following board: COMMERCE DEPARTMENT COMMISSION (1) Allegany Community Member(1) Allegany Business Owner(1) Cattaraugus Business Owner Eligibility: Any enrolled community member who is at least 21 years old is eligible to serve as a commissioner If interested, please submit your […]