Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

10/20/2026

HAPPENING TOMORROW!

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Task Force on Energy and Industry will host its first community meeting on Wednesday, October 21, at 5 p.m. at the Community Services Building.

Questions? Contact the Office of Boards and Commissions at (518) 358-2272.

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Task Force on Energy and Industry will host its first community meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 5pm at Community Services Building (Old IGA).

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Boards and Commissions at 518-358-2272.

10/16/2026

NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release:

Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Names Tribal Courtroom After the Late PJ Herne

AKWESASNE — (Kenténha/October 16, 2026) The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe proudly announces the renaming of its Tribal Court in honor of the late Peter “PJ” Herne, a respected community advocate, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and former Chief Judge of the Tribal Court. PJ, whose dedicated service and leadership left a lasting impact on Akwesasne, passed away on August 10, 2026.

PJ Herne was celebrated for his unwavering kindness, compassion, and commitment to ensuring the voices of Akwesasro:non were heard in the legal system. As a primary contributor to the legal aid pilot project, he worked tirelessly to provide free legal services to those in need within the community.

“Today, we are recognizing and honoring the life, service, and legacy of Peter ‘PJ’ Herne, a devoted advocate for Akwesasne whose contributions to our community have left a lasting impact,” said Jill Benedict, Executive Director of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. “These actions reflect our gratitude for PJ's service and our commitment to preserving his legacy.”

In a statement from the Tribal Council, they expressed, “The renaming of the Tribal Court to honor PJ Herne is a tribute not only to his dedication to Akwesasne but also to the values of justice and compassion he stood for. We strive to continue his work in ensuring that every member of our community has access to fair representation and support.”

The newly named PJ Herne Memorial Courtroom will serve as a beacon of justice, fairness, and community service, values that PJ embodied throughout his career. In addition to the renaming of the court, the Tribe will also be establishing the PJ Herne Memorial Scholarship, aimed at supporting Tribal members in their pursuit of legal education and careers in law. This scholarship will empower future advocates, attorneys, judges, and leaders to uphold the commitment to justice demonstrated by PJ.

“Through the courtroom that bears his name and the scholarship that will help educate future generations, PJ’s impact on Akwesasne will continue for many years to come,” added Benedict.

The renaming of the Tribal Courtroom and the establishment of the PJ Herne Memorial Scholarship are crucial steps in honoring PJ’s legacy and ensuring that his dedication to serving the community inspires the next generation on their future endeavors. His leadership and dedication to the Akwesasne community will always be cherished and remembered.

10/13/2026

Tribal Heating Intake Update

The SRMT Compliance Division would like to inform the community that the Tribal Heating Intake has been postponed until tomorrow, October 14, beginning at 1 p.m.

Sign-up hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the main entrance of the Community Services Building.

To accommodate community members who may be unable to attend during the week, two Saturday sign-up opportunities will also be available on October 24 and October 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

If you have any questions about the intake process, please contact the Compliance Division by email at [email protected] or by phone at (518) 358-2273.

10/13/2026

National Grid Planned Power Outage

National Grid is planning a power outage on October 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This outage should only affect a small number of customers on Factory Road, Blair Road, Tom White Road, Crane Street, and Route 95. If you are affected by this planned outage, you will receive a phone call from National Grid on Wednesday, October 14, and Tuesday, October 20.

Please note that if you do not receive a phone call from National Grid on either day, your home will not be affected by this outage.

10/08/2026

Indigenous Peoples Day Closure

On Monday, October 12, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe will be closed in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day. This closure includes the Health Services Division and the Transfer Station.

The Transfer Station will be open Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Please plan accordingly.

10/08/2026

The Tetewatha:ren Radio Talk show with Tribal Council will be held today October 8, at 11 a.m. For those that miss the broadcast the recording will be posted on the Tribal Members Portal by the end of the day for review.

10/07/2026

COMMUNITY NOTICE

For Immediate Release:

SRMT Announces the Non-Member Fishing Season to Close on October 10th

AKWESASNE – (Kenténha/October 7, 2026) The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe is providing notice of the Non-Members Fishing Season to end on October 10, 2026, and will reopen on May 31, 2027.

A non-member may not fish during a closed season for any species, including catch and release (sport fishing) within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's jurisdiction.

"SRMT jurisdiction" includes the Southern waters of the St. Lawrence River and its affluents, including the St. Regis River, Raquette River, Salmon River, and Grasse River. This also includes the areas where these waterways merge with the St. Lawrence River upstream within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's jurisdiction.

Pursuant to the SRMT Non-Member Fishing Regulations and Law, the Compliance Department is delegated authority to act in the best interest of the Tribe, with respect to matters concerning fishing of any kind in SRMT waters. These actions are undertaken to ensure the continuation of natural resources such as fish, a culturally significant source of nutrition and economic development for Tribal Members.

For more information, please contact the SRMT Compliance Department at (518)358-2273 during regular business hours, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Stay up-to-date on Tribal news and notices by visiting www.srmt-nsn.gov.

10/07/2026

Looking back at Every Child Matters Day: Honoring Survivors and Families

On Seskehkó:wa/September 30, 2026, the second annual Orange Shirt Day gathering organized by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne brought community members together to honor and remember survivors of the residential school system.

The day started with a to***co burning offering to bring participants together under one good mind, followed by a community walk from Church street to Generations Park, where opening remarks were presented by Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and Mohawk Council of Akwesasne leadership. Both Council's formally acknowledge the important work with survivors and the efforts put forth to honor their memory of Rick Oakes, who received a Community Recognition Award.

Following the opening ceremony, the AMBE Mohawk Language & Culture Center hosted a smoke dance competition. The Travis Solomon Lacrosse box was filled corner to corner with cultural programming, and interactive booths for attendees to create crafts or learn something new, in the spirit of remembrance.

A medicine game hosted by the Seven Dancers Coalition and the Akwesasne Child & Family Services Traditional Support unit closed out the day, bringing both youth and elders together to participate. Orange Shirt Day will continue to be a day where we honor our ancestors and work to preserve the culture for the next generations.

Niawen'kó:wa to all survivors, organizers, speakers, volunteers and participants for your support for this year's Orange Shirt Day. A special niawen'kó:wa to the SRMT Social Services Division for your valuable contributions to this event every year.

10/06/2026

October is here!🍁

Check out our October Monthly Calendar to stay up to date on upcoming events, programs, services, and important dates happening throughout Akwesasne. For more events, visit: srmt-nsn.gov/calendar

10/06/2026

Update as of 12 p.m. on October 6:

The water main break on Conners Road has been repaired. Nia:wen to the residents for your patience during this time.

The boil advisory remains in effect until 1 p.m. on October 7.

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Watermain Break on Conners Road

Please be advised that a water main break has occurred on Conners Road. As a result, certain areas may experience little to no water pressure for the duration of repairs (2-3 hours).

To report issues, contact the On-Call Water Department at (315) 842-5199.

A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for affected areas.

We appreciate your patience as crews work to resolve this issue. Updates will be provided as they become available.

Team CKON