Leslie Greene exudes love, compassion and caring for her fellow beings. Serving is not only her passion, it is her gift. “I know I am here to serve,” are the words of the chef at UPMC Chautauqua. Even though the food she prepares does not go to the hospital’s patients, she feels ...

Lundquist Hardware was a fixture in Brooklyn Square for many decades. Operated by three generations of the Carl and Ellen Lundquist family, the store was located at 2 S Main St., next to Noah’s Ark. An informal slogan at Lundquist Hardware was “If we don’t have it, you don’t need ...

As the second oldest in a family of nine, Bianca Swarthout was taught large-quantity cooking at an early age. The Ellington woman has held jobs in the food service field for her entire life, beginning at the age of 14 or 15 when she worked at a business of which her mother was in partnership. ...

Most, if not all people are passionate about something, even though the passion may not be obvious. Faith Swanson’s passion is displayed throughout her home for all to see. “I see pieces of my past, pillows, aprons, kid’s aprons, kid’s clothes, curtains,” she says as she looks ...

The brick main street of Cattaraugus resembles a Norman Rockwell painting. Paul and Linda Macakanja are not new to the Main Street business scene, having owned Jenny Lee Diner for 11 years. What is new is their latest addition of The Feed Mill, a restaurant with a unique theme. “We’re ...

It is heartwarming to hear the reasons the Minor and Genberg families built Pumpkintown. “When we sit here watching the kids running around, it is rewarding. We hope that Pumpkintown can reach children in all situations where they can have a fun, safe environment,” said Sarah Minor ...