Real estate agents are reporting increased showings at open houses, bidding wars, and multiple offers over asking price within days, sometimes even hours. This demand has been somewhat steady across all markets from entry level and move-up buyers to the luxurious high-end. Basically, it’s a jungle out there. Buyers want to buy now to take […]
Canton resident Luciane Chaifetz, new owner of Get in Shape for Women, made the decision to leave her life in Brazil almost four years ago to pursue the American dream. The 34-year-old mother of three is a former dentist with a passion for helping others, which is what attracted her to Get in Shape for […]
After more than 70 years of continuous and successful operation, Connors Wayside Furniture on Route 138 is planning to close up shop and retire — and owners Jerry Connors and Peter Bickoff believe they have found the right buyer to take their place. While nothing has been finalized, Connors and Bickoff have agreed to a […]
Granite Telecomm., a provider of communications solutions to businesses, contributed $3,326 to Journey Forward last week. Based in Canton, Journey Forward is dedicated to bettering the lives of those who
Launch meeting scheduled for March 13 at the Canton library Hundreds of women are already participating in B.I.G. — Believe, Inspire, Grow — an inspiring business organization designed to “empower women to business.” This membership-based organization utilizes face-to-face community meetings, an interactive website and monthly teleconferences to provide intelligent women a positive and educational support […]
Deborah Kreusch, CEO of Canton Co-operative Bank, has announced that Nicholas (Nick) Maffeo was named president of the local, independent community bank at the board of directors meeting held on February 20. “Nick Maffeo grew up in Canton,” Kreusch said. “He lives in Canton now. Everyone who knows Nick knows how committed to Canton he […]
Canton resident Michael Tamasi, CEO of AccuRounds, was invited to the White House on Friday, January 31, to take part in an event convened by President Barack Obama to discuss strategies for helping our nation’s nearly 4 million long-term unemployed get back into the labor market. Tamasi, who got a chance to voice his concerns […]
When Anthony Ackil was a teenager in Canton, his mother headed back to school to study law. Her brother, Ackil’s Uncle Faris, took over the cooking for Ackil and his three brothers. Along with the simple and tasty meals, Uncle Faris repeatedly delivered a simple message: be good. Ten years ago Ackil co-founded a local […]
I spoke with Mr. Ron Kendall, president of Buffalo Lodging, which owns and operates over 41 hotels along the eastern seaboard. I knew Ron was a hands-on guy
Realtors are integral to successful communities, supporting causes large and small and volunteering their time to help improve the lives of those who call those communities home. This year, the National Association of Realtors recognized five of these very deserving individuals, including Joel Pratt of JL Pratt Realtors in Canton, as winners of Realtor Magazine’s 2013 […]
