Roselyn Agar, Human Resources Director of Columbia Bank. Image Courtesy of Columbia Bank
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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce employees, Roselyn Agar and Allison Winters, were selected as “Rising Star Award” recipients by NJ Bankers. The Rising Star Awards recognize the best and brightest in the banking business. The winners were celebrated at a cocktail reception, dinner and awards ceremony on November 4, 2021, at The Stone House at Stirling Ridge in Warren, New Jersey.
Allyson Schlesinger Executive Vice President, Head of Consumer Banking of Columbia Bank. Photo Courtesy of Columbia Bank
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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce, Allyson Schlesinger, Executive Vice President, Head of Consumer Banking, is a recipient of NJBIZ’s prestigious “Best 50 Women in Business Awards” 2021. The coveted distinction recognizes fifty female business leaders in New Jersey who are prominent in their companies, industries, and communities, and have made a significant impact on business across the state. Mrs. Schlesinger and the other talented front-runners, will be recognized during a virtual awards reception and ceremony on October 25, 2021 at 6PM.
Fair Lawn NJ, through the assistance of its team members and the generous residents of New Jersey, Columbia Bank proudly raised financial donations and several hundred food items at its annual food drive. By providing nourishment to those in need around the state, Columbia Bank maintains its long-standing history of aiding residents in the communities it serves.
Funds Provide $100,000 of Support to OASIS – A Haven for Women and Children, in New Jersey
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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce its ongoing support of OASIS – A Haven for Women and Children, located in Paterson, NJ. The mission of the nonprofit is to change lives by breaking the cycle of poverty through compassionate programs designed to feed, clothe, educate, and empower women and children in need. On September 13, at its 33rd Annual Golf Outing, Columbia Bank raised $100,000 to benefit the organization which Columbia Bank has assisted throughout the years. 144 golfers participated in the annual fundraiser which took place at North Jersey Country Club in Wayne, New Jersey.
Newark Arts Council Receives Covid Recovery Grant from Columbia Bank. Photo Courtesy of Columbia Bank
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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is pleased to announce, through its membership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (“FHLBNY”), its sponsorship of twelve New Jersey businesses, which have received a cumulative of $100,000 in support grants. The FHLBNY Small Business Recovery Grant Program is intended to support the financial security and health of workers employed by organizations that have suffered a decrease in revenue as a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Fair Lawn NJ, In keeping with its commitment to support and serve its communities, Columbia Bank is proud to be a sponsor of local events that celebrate diversity and inclusion. From a sensational Juneteenth celebration in Newark, to colorful Pride celebrations in Mahwah and Morristown, New Jerseyans can count on Columbia to help create an inclusive culture where all people and businesses thrive.
Mayra Rinaldi, Recipient of Independent Community Bankers of America 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leader Award.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Columbia Bank Foundation
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Mahwah NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce Senior Vice President, Corporate Governance, Mayra Rinaldi, has been selected as a recipient of the coveted 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leader Award, from the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA). The esteemed distinction recognizes influencers who represent the future of the industry, and community banking’s brightest, most promising young professionals, based on character, leadership, community involvement, and innovation.
Fair Lawn NJ, as New Jersey communities plan for summer, Columbia Bank heats things up by sponsoring a slew of sun-soaked activities over the next few months. Proud to honor its commitment to the neighborhoods it serves, the festivities include Memorial Day parades, movie night, scavenger hunts and more, throughout northern New Jersey.
Fair lawn NJ, Fair Lawn Police report that it was shortly after 2 p.m. when the heavy-set black female robber “passed a note to the teller while keeping one hand in her jacket pocket and bringing that pocketed hand on top of the counter for the bank teller to see. This happened at the Columbia Bank on Fair Lawn Avenue. If you saw anything or have any information of this suspected pictured please contact us at 201-796-1400.
Hawthorne NJ, As a select business customer of Columbia Bank, we invite you to join us for a FREE Cyber Security Seminar. Guest speakers will cover topics such as securing your business’ online identity, thwarting hackers, and protecting your business and clients from fraud.
Dates & Locations
Wednesday, June 12th from 8:30am to 11:30am Macaluso’s, 55 4th Avenue, Hawthorne, NJ
Wednesday, June 19th from 8:30am to 11:30am The Mansion, 3000 Main Street, Voorhees, NJ
photo courtesy of Ridgewood Professional Firefighter B Shift
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Professional Firefighter B Shift had the extreme pleasure of escorting the Season’s main man to his post at the Columbia Bank on S. Broad St!
Fair Lawn NJ, according to the Fair Lawn Police department , on 7/13/18 at 4:32pm, Fair Lawn Police had responded to Columbia Bank, 25-00 Broadway, on a reported bank robbery where a dark-skinned male had presented a note to a bank teller that stated “10K or You Die” while the robber grabbed his hip, making the teller believe that he was holding a weapon. The robber was last seen fleeing on foot from the bank with $10,000 in proceeds.
Det. Brian Rypkema & Det. Anthony Lugo continued the investigation and on 8/1/18, were able to identify and arrest Jose Cuevas, age 22 of Paterson, on East 28th Street in Paterson after observing him walking near his residence. A 27-inch machete was found on his person upon arrest. The proceeds from the robbery were not recovered.
Cuevas was charged with robbery, theft and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, then was sent to Bergen County Jail. His first appearance in Superior Court in Hackensack is scheduled for today (8/2/18).
Chief Glen Cauwels stated all defendants, are presumed innocent until proven guilty. If there are questions in reference to the above news release, media personnel can contact Sgt. Brian Metzler at the Fair Lawn Police Department at (201) 794-5365 or by email at bmetzler@fairlawnpd.com
Downtown For The Holidays & Tree Lighting Celebration
Fri, December 01, 2017
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: E. Ridgewood Ave and Memorial Park, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Ridgewood NJ, You do not have to go to NYC to see the lighting of a beautiful tall Christmas tree…
right here in Ridgewood, we celebrate the starting of all the Holidays with the lighting of a 60-80ft. beautiful tree.
Starting at 5:30-7pm,
-Santa will be in the Park for the
“wee” little ones.
-On the streets, the RHS Marching Band and Holiday Chorus will be marching and singing up and down E. Ridgewood Ave…making Merriment with their instruments and voices.
Just added, ride Santa’s trackless train…this will be fun! (FREE)
7:00pm-
On stage is where the excitement happens, lots of singing and dancing by the kids to help us get ready to light our beautiful tree….”Magical” are the words they use.
7:30pmish is the lighting of the tree.
following will be music on stage and
in the streets…
SANTA will be in Park (8-9pm) waiting for your list and checking it twice…and Santa’s track-less train. (will end at 8:55pm-streets open up at 9pm)
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There will be no parking on E. Ridgewood Ave from Walnut up to and including parts of
S. & N. Broad St.
Please note the streets that will be closed for this event will be from
Walnut Street up E. Ridgewood Ave. included
S. & N Broad St from 5:30-9pmish.
What’s happening in Ridgewood during the Holiday Season….
Saturday, December 2, 2017
10am-1pm
Santa will arrive at Columbia Bank
(60 S. Broad St.), free gifts for all the kids
10:30am FREE Movie at the Bow-Tie Cinema-
movie will be ELF, Will Ferrel.
2-4pm Santa will now be at Memorial Park at
Van Neste Square, weather permitting.
Saturday, December 2,9, 16, 2017 – 12N-3pm
Visit SANTA at his house in the center of Ridgewood, Memorial Park at Van Neste Square.
weather permitting.
Saturday, December 23, 2017 – 12N-2:30pm
weather permitting.
Come to do your Holiday Shopping in historic downtown Ridgewood and dine at our delicious
restaurants. Give yourself a gift of shopping and dining.
The Ridgewood “tradition” is supported and presented by the members of the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce as follows…
Columbia Bank
Valley Hospital
Van Dyk Health Care
Freedom Bank
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Prestige Family of Fine Cars
Atlantic Stewardship Bank
Park West Tavern
Santoni’s Pizzeria
Pearl Restaurant
ConnectOne Bank
West Bergen Mental Health
Serendipity Labs
Clemente Orthodontics
Serendipity Labs Ridgewood
Duxiana
S&SO Produce Farms
Country Pancake House and Restaurant
The Village Health Coach
Charles J. X. Kahwaty, Esqu.
Biltmore Tuxedos
C.C. Van Emburgh Inc.
Beyband International, Inc.
Janjigian Trading Co,, Inc.
Ridgewood Party Rental
Life Opportunities Unlimited
Haagen-Dazs
E. Clark Travel
YWCA of Bergen County
Downtown for the Holidays-30th Anniversary
Fri, December 04, 2015
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: East Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood NJ
30th Year Celebration !
Santa IS in Ridgewood-bring your list!
Lots of Music and entertainment !
Early Event – “for the kids”
5:30 – 6:30 – Santa in the park for the “wee tots” along with live entertainment by the “clock”, in the stores and restaurants along E. Ridgewood Ave featuring the RHS Marching Band, RHS Ridgewood Carolers, RHS Orchestra, Taekwondo All In
NEW THIS YEAR -5:30-9pm Special Feature-Holiday Express Train-bring the family and ride this fun train up and down E. Ridgewood Ave.
7-8 – “on stage live”
Live entertainment and tree lighting Celebration featuring performances by Porch Light Productions, From the Top Studio, Art of Motion, Arthur Murray Dance Studio, Santa and Much More!
8-9 “Merriment on E. Ridgewood Ave
Shh – Santa will be back in the park
Lots of music on the avenue
Restaurant reservation suggested
Specials going on during the Tree Lighting…
Femmebot has music and 10% store wide sale until 9pm on 12/4/15
Alex and Ani having in-store events-
10% off Store Wide at Femmebot
THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS
for the 30th Anniversary Celebration
Columbia Bank
Valley Health System
Van Dyk Health Care
Freedom Bank
CareOne at Ridgewood
Ridgewood News
Boiling Spring Saving Bank
PNC Wealth Management
Park West Tavern & Loft
West Bergen Mental Healthcare
ConnectOne Bank
Ulrich, Inc.
C.C. VanEmburgh Funeral Home
Pearl Restaurant
Daily Treat Restaurant
Atlantic Stewardship Bank
Bagelicious
Country Pancake House and Restaurant
Life Opportunities Unlimited
Pink Bungalow
Hillmann Lighting
Lazarus & Williamson
The Woman’s Club of Ridgewood
Christ Church
Cupcakes by Carousel
Femmebot Clothing
Beauty Plus Salon
Gold Fish Swim School
Ridgewood Public Library
West Side Nursery School
Ridgewood YMCA
Ridgewood Party Rental
For more details, please call us at 201-445-2600 or email info@ridgewoodchamber.com www.experienceridgewood.com
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