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The National Assembly of Quebec saw a flurry of activity last week as the provincial government raced to pass a backlog of nearly 20 bills before the end of the legislative session, leaving some high-profile proposals on the cutting room floor.

Kahnawake talent was centre stage in the world of film and television this week, with two local names making the shortlist of a major media organization’s annual awards.

A long-awaited provincial action plan to confront a surge of organized crime preying on Indigenous communities like Kanesatake is expected to be announced within two weeks, while something specific to the community is also in the works, The Pines Reporter has learned.

A summary of pleas from Kanehsata’kehró:non desperate for support was read out at the National Assembly this week as the provincial government was questioned for its sluggishness in confronting the organized crime running roughshod over Indigenous communities like Kanesatake.

The Ratiwennenhá:wi Kanien’kéha language immersion program participated for the first time in the Tetewatierónnion variety show in Kahnawake, presenting a twist on Harry Potter called Rez Potter, including props like giant status cards.

For former Olympian Waneek Horn-Miller, sports is about much more than just playing a game.

When Kahnawa’kehró:non Alex Rice heard her name announced as Best Supporting Female Actor at the Vancouver Film Critics Circle this week, her first thought was the people around the world whose stories she brought to life through her performance in Tasha Hubbard’s Meadowlarks.

James Day is, as always, committed to keeping scary season alive at all times in Kahnawake, this time with the fifth edition of his Mad Monster Party, set to take place at the Knights of Columbus next weekend.

Five years ago, we ran an editorial following the January 6, 2021, siege of the US Capitol by MAGA faithful, egged on by a president who couldn’t accept he lost the election. The headline? “Good riddance to Donald Trump.”

When you work at a newspaper, every week is memorable. Just a quick glance at a front page from months ago can bring back a flood of memories. But while every week is distinct, the year can be a blur when you think of how fast 52 weeks go by.