Legalize Your Cannabis Business and Avoid Closure
In the past month, New York saw the closure of approximately 1,000 cannabis dispensaries. These shutdowns were not random. They occurred because these businesses were operating without valid licenses and failed to meet regulatory standards. This widespread crackdown has sent a strong message to the cannabis industry: operating without a license is not just risky—it […]
The economic impact of Upstate New York’s cannabis hub extends far beyond the reservation
As New York prepares to launch its first legal adult-use cannabis dispensaries, operators will face the challenge of competing with tax-free Canadian products flowing from the sovereign Native American territory in New York’s North Country. For nearly three years, cannabis dispensaries have been thriving on the St. Regis Mohawk Reservation, which spans the border between […]
The Mohawks: Pioneers in the Construction of Manhattan’s Mountains of Steel
Every ironworker in this country aspires to participate in the construction of iconic structures. For many, like the Mohawks, the connection to these works transcends generations. When the children of these workers grow up and see the structures they helped erect, they will feel a deep sense of pride for their parents. Such is the […]
Preserving ‘Turtle Island’: The Mohawk’s Battle Against Industrial Pollution
The Mohawk, an Indigenous tribe deeply rooted in North American history, tell a story of how the Earth once rested on the back of a gigantic turtle, a land they call “Turtle Island.” This sacred land, North America, was a place of balance and harmony, where all living beings coexisted under the watchful eye of […]
Valerie June Headlines Akwesasne Freedom School Benefit in Palenville
“Today we have gathered and we see that the cycles of life continue. We have been given the duty to live in balance and harmony with each other and all living things. So now, we bring our minds together as one as we give greetings and thanks to each other as people. Now our minds […]
The expanded use of the ROAM app in the U.S. streamlines the reporting process for many travelers crossing national and provincial borders within Akwesasne
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has rolled out an expansion of its Reporting Offsite Arrival-Mobile (ROAM) app, allowing non-Akwesasronon individuals to report their arrival virtually instead of in-person at the Rooseveltown, N.Y., port of entry. This is particularly relevant for those traveling from Kana (St. Regis) to Tsi Snaihne (Snye), or nearby areas, all […]
The Peacemaker’s Journey
Follow the legendary story of the Peacemaker who brought the message of unity and peace to the Iroquois nations. The Peacemaker, known as Deganawida, is a central figure in Iroquois history. His journey to unite the warring Iroquois nations under the Great Law of Peace is a legendary tale of vision, perseverance, and diplomacy. The […]
