March 9, 2015 On February, the Syracuse Post Standard published an article stating that the Onondaga Nation is expected to receive money from the federal government for housing. This has led to many inquiries which merit a short story. In 1971, The State Department of Transportation and the Onondaga Nation were at odds. The State wanted to expand Interstate 81 through … [Read more...] about Money and the Federal and State Government
Gahwéñhda’ (Snowsnake) returns to ONS
Onondaga Nation- Winter has decided to make its mark on our memory this year with lots of sub zero temperatures and many snow days. It was so cold that our annual community give has been postponed to later in March. But with the deep snow and cold temps has created ideal snowsnake conditions. … [Read more...] about Gahwéñhda’ (Snowsnake) returns to ONS
Tonya Gonnella Frichner
Snipe Clan member Tonya Gonnella Frichner begins her journey to the next world. Her kindness will be missed. Article from Post Standard Obituary … [Read more...] about Tonya Gonnella Frichner
ATT follows the Iroquois Nationals in the 2014 World Games in Denver
Part 3 of the ATT U-verse documentary of the Nationals as they earn their first medal in men's field lacrosse since their re-admittance into the world championships in 1990. … [Read more...] about ATT follows the Iroquois Nationals in the 2014 World Games in Denver
Smoke shop closed to death in community
Due to death in the community, the Nation Smoke shop will be closed from 3pm today (2/10/15) til 7am Thursday (2/12/15). … [Read more...] about Smoke shop closed to death in community
Oren Lyons to Receive 2015 Spirit Award
Onondaga Oren Lyons is to receive the 2015 De'wa'aladon (Tewaaraton) Spirit Award. Tewaaraton - Oren Lyons V2 from American ED TV on Vimeo. … [Read more...] about Oren Lyons to Receive 2015 Spirit Award
Onondaga Nation stops making cigarettes amid tax issue, but still sells native brands
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Two years after the Onondaga Nation started making and selling its own cigarettes to avoid state and federal taxes, it has shut down its manufacturing plant. … [Read more...] about Onondaga Nation stops making cigarettes amid tax issue, but still sells native brands