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Matthew Rickert of Ridgewood Joins Columbia Bank

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is pleased to welcome Matthew Rickert as  Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer, effective immediately. In his role, Mr. Rickert is responsible for  the Bank’s credit policies including all aspects of Commercial Credit and Special Assets. 

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Columbia Bank Sponsors Historically Black College Scholarship Bike Ride from Newark to Washington DC

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Cyclists Gear Up for 2022 HBCU Scholarship Ride. Image Courtesy of Columbia Bank 

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Fair Lawn NJ,  Columbia Bank is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2022 Historically  Black College or University (HBCU) Scholarship Ride, an annual 216 mile bike ride from Newark, New Jersey to Howard  University in Washington, DC. The program was instituted to raise scholarship monies awarded to high school graduates  in Newark who will attend an HBCU, and help bridge the gap between a deserving student’s desire for educational  excellence, and the ability to pay for that experience. 

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Columbia Bank Receives New Jersey Bankers Association 2022 Community Service Award

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce it has been selected as a recipient of  the coveted New Jersey Bankers Association (“NJ Bankers”) 2022 Community Service Award. The esteemed  distinction recognizes companies that exhibit outstanding efforts to improve the lives of New Jersey citizens  and the communities in which they live.  

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Columbia Bank Invests $100,000 to Support Paterson, New Jersey Habitat for Humanity

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Team Columbia Volunteers Support Paterson Habitat for Humanity’s Home Safe Home Initiative.  

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Fair Lawn  NJ , Columbia Bank is proud to announce it has invested $100,000 in  Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit Funds to support Paterson Habitat for Humanity (PHFH). The funds  will be utilized to fulfill comprehensive restoration plans for housing and economic development, supportive  services, and other neighborhood revitalization activities.  

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Columbia Bank Announces the Appointment of David R. Taylor to its Board of Directors

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David R. Taylor, Columbia Bank. Image  Courtesy of Columbia Bank

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is pleased to announce, David R. ”Russ” Taylor has been appointed to its  Board of Directors, effective May 1, 2022. Mr. Taylor was elected to the role in connection with the Columbia Bank’s  acquisition of RSI Bancorp, Inc. (“RSI”), completed on May 1, 2022. 

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Leonardo Ramos Joins Columbia Bank as Senior Vice President, Head of Mortgage Sales

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Fair Lawn NJ,  Columbia Bank (‘the Bank”) is pleased to welcome to its team, Leonardo Ramos, the  new Senior Vice President, Head of Mortgage Sales, effective immediately. Mr. Ramos brings to Columbia Bank, a wealth  of mortgage experience and knowledge, along with a deep understanding of mortgage strategy, systems  implementation, and community development. 

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Columbia Bank Opens its Newest Branch in Bergenfield, New Jersey

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Bergenfield NJ,  Columbia Bank is pleased to announce its commitment to expanding into eastern Bergen  County, by opening its newest branch in the town of Bergenfield, New Jersey. Located at 223 S. Washington Avenue,  the venue, which offers full-service personal and business banking including drive-up amenities.  

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Columbia Bank Commemorates 95 Years in the New Jersey Banking Business

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Columbia Bank’s Newest Branch in Newark, NJ. Photo Courtesy of Columbia Bank.

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank, New Jersey’s trusted bank since 1927, is proud to announce its  95th anniversary. The financial institution, which has served the area’s families, individuals, and small businesses for  almost one hundred years, was originally founded with a single branch in the Bergen School House in Fair Lawn, New  Jersey. Today, the Bank has an expansive network of 62 locations throughout the state, and a diverse team of banking  professionals comprised of 700 employees.  

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Columbia Bank Celebrates Its Newest Branch Opening With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in Newark

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Fair Lawn NJ on February 11, 2002 Columbia Bank hosted a ribbon-cutting  ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of its second branch in Newark, New Jersey. Deputy Mayor of  Newark Ligia DeFretias, Carmen Mosca Chief of Staff for Council President Luis A. Quintana, bank executives  and others, gathered to mark the occasion which was held on-site at 260 Chestnut Street in the Ironbound  section of the city.  

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Columbia Bank Hires Justin Jennings, New Executive Vice President, Operations Officer

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Justin Jennings, the new Executive Vice President,  Operations Officer of Columbia Bank. Image  Courtesy of Columbia Bank.

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Fair Lawn  NJ , Columbia Bank is pleased to welcome Justin Jennings, the new Executive  Vice President, Operations Officer, effective immediately. Jennings, who replaces Brian Murphy upon his retirement  in April 2022, is responsible for the Operations division including Card Services, Deposit Operations, Loan Servicing  and the Customer Service Center.

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Columbia Bank’s Annual Toy Drive Delivers Happiness to Families in Need Throughout New Jersey

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FAIR LAWN NJ , Once again this year, Columbia Bank brought the spirit of the holiday  season to hundreds of families in need by participating in its annual Toy Drive. The Bank collected new toys, gift cards  and money from employees, which were donated to organizations throughout New Jersey in December.  

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Columbia Bank Opens Second Branch in Newark

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is pleased to announce its commitment to foster the Newark,  New Jersey community, by opening a second branch in the city. Located at 260 Chestnut Street in the Ironbound  section, the venue, which offers full-service personal and business banking including drive-up amenities, is Columbia  Bank’s 62nd location.  

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Ridgewood Downtown for the Holidays

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Ridgewood NJ, December 3, 2021 – Downtown for the Holidays Ridgewood Christmas Tree lighting . Downtown for the Holidays Presents “Trucks on Holiday”– 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Sponsored by The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce –This year’s theme of “Trucks on Holiday” is for the young and young at heart!  Village vehicles will be on display and decorated for the holidays, on both the east side and west side of the Central Business District. Take a stroll through the pedestrian tunnel at the train station, to easily enjoy all of the events. Gaze and take pictures at the beautiful lit trees (located at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, at the intersection of East Ridgewood Avenue and Broad Street, and at the train station parking lot). There will also be s’mores at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, music and merriment on the streets, see the “Grinch”, wave to Santa in his cart, and ride the trackless train.  East Ridgewood Avenue will be closed down to vehicles from North Maple Avenue to Broad Street beginning at 4:30 p.m., which will create a pedestrian plaza. The west side parking area at Garber Square, will also be closed to vehicles. Enjoy our small businesses and eateries before, during or after this annual event.

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Columbia Bank Kicks off the Holiday Season in Ridgewood, NJ with “Downtown for the Holidays” Event

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Ridgewood NJ, Columbia Bank is excited to announce, once again it will continue its tradition  of sponsoring The Village of Ridgewood’s “Downtown for the Holidays” festivities, including the annual iconic Christmas  tree lighting, photos with Santa, and gift-giving.

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Columbia Bank Hosts Annual Week of Giving to Assist New Jersey Communities in Need

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is pleased to announce its annual Week of Giving, November  15th through November 20th, during which employees volunteer to assist those in need throughout New Jersey. Nearly  100% of the bank’s employees will donate their time at local charities and community organizations.  

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