December 29, 2020 Due to the recent increase in the number of positive COVID-19 cases in the community, the ONHC is scaling back our in-person visits in the clinic for both medical and dental appointments and will be doing more telemedicine type visits. We are doing this for the safety of both the community and the clinic staff. We hope these changes are temporary, but our … [Read more...] about Notice to the Community from The Onondaga Nation Health Center (ONHC)
2020
COVID-19 Update
Nyaweñhah sgeñ·noñ’ swagwe·gih, At this time as you may all be aware of; we have seen a significant rise in COVID-19 cases within our community. We are a small community here in Onondaga so what may seem like a small number to some is a very big deal to us when considering our history with foreign diseases. We would like to take this time and opportunity to try and unite our … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Update
The Iroquois’ quest to compete in Olympic lacrosse: ‘It’s more than a game to us.’
National Geographic by Wayne Drehs The Iroquois are fighting to play lacrosse, the sport they invented, at the 2028 Olympics. It could be a significant step forward in their long struggle for recognition. click to read more... … [Read more...] about The Iroquois’ quest to compete in Olympic lacrosse: ‘It’s more than a game to us.’
Onondaga Health Center Shares Posters About COVID
The staff at the Onondaga Health Center is sharing information from the Center for Disease Control about COVID-19. If you do have further questions, please contact the Health Center during normal business hours. What-Your-Test-Results-Mean 2019-ncov-factsheet … [Read more...] about Onondaga Health Center Shares Posters About COVID
National Geographic Visits Onondaga Nation Farm
Onoñda’geh Ongwaweñna By Weñdiyoh Estrada-Goeman On October 19, 2020, the Onondaga Nation farm was visited by some interesting guests. On behalf of National Geographic Magazine, renowned journalist Charles C Mann and an award-winning photographer Kilii Yuyan (Nanai/Hezhe) made the trip to Onondaga. The two journalists traveled to the Onondaga Nation farm after hearing … [Read more...] about National Geographic Visits Onondaga Nation Farm
COVID-19 Testing Site for Nation Residents
On Friday, November 13, 2020, Tsha' Hoñnoñyeñdakwha will be the site of a mobile COVID-19 testing site for Onondaga Nation Residents from Noon til 4pm. To sign up for the testing, please call the Onondaga Nation Health Center at 315-469-6449 to register for your time. Please remember to: Wear your mask in public (even when you are talking) Social Distance from each … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Testing Site for Nation Residents
Onondaga Nation School to remain remote learning through January 2021
On Thursday, October 15, 2020, the Onondaga Nation Council of Chiefs, Clan Mothers, and Faithkeepers continued meeting with LaFayette School District Superintendent Jeremy Bellfield about the status of the Onondaga Nation School (ONS). It was decided that ONS will remain closed for in person instruction through the second marking period (January 29, 2021). All students and … [Read more...] about Onondaga Nation School to remain remote learning through January 2021