A Scarsdale business owner celebrated her 99th birthday on Thursday.
Emily Hirsch is the owner of Candy 'N Cards on Spencer Place.
Born in 1917, Hirsch is an Ossining High School graduate who has lived in Westchester most of her life.
She has worked six days a week for 49 years, and says she has no plans to retire.
Hirsch credits her longevity to good genes and hard work.