The Pines Reporter
Caretaker chief’s presence questioned
Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) caretaker council member Brant Etienne attended the annual general assembly of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) last week, but some Kanehsata’kehró:non have criticized his presence and participation at the meeting.
Funds to fight crime not for Kanesatake
A federal-provincial action plan to target the growth of organized crime exploiting Indigenous communities in Quebec does not include direct funding to Kanesatake, according to the Ministry of Internal Security, while funding for Kanesatake’s community security stays in limbo.
Death at Oka Park
A man drowned Sunday afternoon while swimming in Oka Park, despite rescue efforts by bystanders.
Council announces aid for septic upgrades
More than $3.2 million in funding towards a “first wave” of septic system upgrades for Kanehsata’kehró:non was announced by the Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) on July 23.
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February 26, 2026Station hosts annual general meeting
This next fiscal year, Reviving Kanehsatà:ke Radio (RKR) 101.7 FM aims to increase fundraising efforts for a new building and expand radio content, including more shows for francophone listeners.
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February 26, 2026Music in the age of artificial intelligence
Listeners of Reviving Kanehsatà:ke Radio (RKR) 101.7 FM may be surprised to learn two songs over the airwaves were generated by morning radio show host Sterling Mallette.
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February 26, 2026Students enjoy school carnival
Students enjoyed many fun activities lined up for them at Winter Carnival events at Rotiwennakéhte Elementary School and Ratihén:te High School this week.
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February 26, 2026Winter Carnival wraps up
From bubble soccer collisions to quiet paintbrush strokes, this year’s Winter Carnival wrapped up after two weeks of events that brought the community together in big and small ways.
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February 26, 2026Girls’ volleyball gears up for Games
On the eve of Ratihén:te High School’s long-awaited trip to Australia and New Zealand, volleyball coach Jeffrey Nelson squeezed in one final practice before many of his players left for two weeks.
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February 26, 2026Security on agenda at Iroquois Caucus
The Iroquois Caucus will support Kanesatake and other communities in their efforts to crack down on crime in their respective territories, said Serge Simon, caretaker council member of the Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK).
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February 19, 2026Late civil rights icon’s connection to town
Crossing the Mercier Bridge was no easy feat in September 1990, as the Siege of Kanehsatake wore on, when Kahnawa’kehró:non Mike Bush drove out of the community to pick up civil rights legend Jesse Jackson from the Dorval Airport.
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February 19, 2026Dangerous driving wears on community
Last week, police intercepted a driver speeding more than 40 km/h over the speed limit in Kanesatake, in an incident that only highlights the ever-present issue of excessive speeding in the community.
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February 19, 2026Mayor speaks out after fire chief arrest
Oka mayor Patrick Hardy is calling for more humanity in media reporting and public discourse following reports of the arrest of former Oka fire chief Sylvain Johnson.
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February 19, 2026Local designer in Montreal fashion show
A few days before the fashion show, Jones Sha’tekenhàtie Howard met with their three models to make the final adjustments to their Alice in Wonderland-themed outfits.
