Profiles of businesses in Westchester and Putnam counties.
Transitioning from the frenetic VIP/executive transportation business in Manhattan to becoming a deli owner is the kind of life-changing experience that Steve Talbot hasn’t regretted for one minute. Over a year ago, the Bronx native purchased Mags Deli on East
Read MoreIn a world dominated by clothing retailers, it’s refreshing to come across a business that encourages people to make their own garments. At Pick Up Every Stitch, owner Felicia Lonigro has created such an environment. The contemporary knitting store, which
Read MoreSince 2013, Martial Arts Unlimited in Yorktown has provided more than just martial arts training. It has also been providing guidance in positive life skills. Martial Arts Unlimited is an independent business that is co-owned by Davin Sessa of Mahopac
Read MoreMahopac resident Christine Sinclair said she has a specific reason for naming her Brewster-based dog day care and boarding business Lucky Dogs NY. The business had operated out of Somers for four years when it was known as A Bark
Read MoreGrowing up with a love of theater, Pleasantville High School senior James Persons used his passion to create a student-run drama organization that produces a drama production and raises money for theater programs in inner city schools. With no money
Read MoreCortlandt resident Bob Miller has for many years owned business related to cars and other vehicles. Prior to opening his current business, Milrent in Cortlandt, in 1982, Miller owned gas stations in northern Westchester and a Subaru dealership in the
Read MoreDr. Dana R. Smith, referred to by her patients as Dr. Dana, recently opened Westchester Pediatric Physical Therapy (home of Sensory Jim & Friends) in a new state of the art location in Scarsdale. Dr. Dana’s practice is unique among pediatric
Read MoreWhen Andrew Wiktor was 16-years-old, he worked for a deli in Lincolndale and could have never imagined he would one day have his own deli. But he enjoyed the experience enough that when he wanted to do something different, he
Read MoreWhite Plains has long been known as a destination location and active business hub, with a thriving nightlife and social center for young residents. It has also become an attractive location for young entrepreneurs who find the city a great
Read MoreChappaqua resident Livia Straus and her husband, Marc, had for many years collected contemporary artwork. The couple decided to share their passion by opening the not-for-profit Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art in Peekskill in 2004, three years after they
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