We are proud to participate in local York events, and encourage you to visit york365.com to learn more! Below are just some examples of our Associates making a difference in our hometown.

 

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ACNB Corporation and Traditions Bancorp Announce Merger

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We are excited to share that Traditions Bancorp and ACNB Corporation announced plans for Traditions Bank to merge with ACNB Bank. ACNB and Traditions Bank share common cultures, values, vision, and ...

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Michael Kochenour Receives the 36th Annual York Distinguished Citizen Award 

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Traditions Bank is proud to announce that our founder, Michael Kochenour, was honored with the 36th Annual York Distinguished Citizen Award by the Boy Scouts of America's New Birth of Freedom ...

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A Tradition of Giving – 2023

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Traditions Bank Gives Back in 2023 During the holiday season, we are reminded of our many blessings and all we have to be thankful for. At the same time, we are also aware of the many residents in ...

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A Recipe for Success: Nikki’s Custard and Traditions Bank

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The Concept of Nikki's Custard Looking back on how she stepped into the role of entrepreneur, Nicole Dannehl reflects on some of her initial thoughts about making a change in her life. “The ...

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Traditions Bank Welcomes Jill E. Gilbert to Board of Directors

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Traditions Bancorp, Inc. (OTC Pink: TRBK), holding company for Traditions Bank, has announced that Jill E. Gilbert joined the bank’s Board of Directors at today’s board meeting, reflecting the ...

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The Strength of Community Banking

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Dear Customer, This past week, a series of unique events led to the regulatory takeover of two large and highly specialized financial institutions. As you continue to learn more regarding this ...

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A Tradition of Giving – 2022

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Traditions Bank Gives Back in 2022 During the holiday season, we are reminded of our many blessings and all we have to be thankful for. At the same time, we are also aware of the many residents in ...

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Traditions Bank Announces Second Lancaster Location

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Traditions Bank Announces Second Lancaster Location   York, Pa., December 20, 2022 – Traditions Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Traditions Bancorp (OTC Pink: TRBK), has announced ...

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Embracing the Journey – One businesswoman’s story of challenges, inspiration, and partnership

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Embracing the Journey – One businesswoman’s story of challenges, inspiration, and partnership Dr. Angela Marick, founder of Consciously Co-Creating, has gone through a journey of ...

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Next Stage of Traditions Succession Plan Announced

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Traditions Bancorp, Inc. (OTC Pink: TRBK) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Traditions Bank, (collectively, “Traditions”) announced that Michael E. Kochenour intends to retire as Chairman of the ...

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Celebrating Disability Pride Month with New Accessibility Web Features

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During July, the team at Traditions Bank is celebrating Disability Pride Month! Accepting and honoring each person's uniqueness and seeing it as a natural and beautiful part of human diversity ...

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2022 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

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Congratulations to these Remarkable Young Women York, PA (June 9, 2022) – Since Traditions Bank began in 2002, the organization has emphasized supporting local women to make their mark on the ...

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Traditions Bank Gives Back Through EITC Contributions

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Giving back to the communities we serve is a part of who we are. It makes our community stronger and each of us better. Nonprofits do work that truly matters, and we support their efforts. We’re ...

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Give Local with Us on May 6!

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  Traditions Bank Gives Local Philanthropy and service to our community is part of our culture at Traditions Bank. Our Associates give back through volunteerism, whether working at events or ...

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Shining a Light on Vanessa Berger

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and to celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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A Tradition of Giving – 2021

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Traditions Bank Gives Back in 2021 During the holiday season, we are reminded of our many blessings and all we have to be thankful for. At the same time, we are also aware of the many residents in ...

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Mentorship: 19 Days of Giving

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"A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself" - Oprah Winfrey This week, we highlighted organizations creating mentorship opportunities in the communities we serve ...

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Financial Literacy: 19 Days of Giving

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Financial literacy is the foundation of your relationship with money, and it is a lifelong journey of learning. At Traditions Bank, we believe a community educated on how to spend, invest and save ...

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Early Childhood Education: 19 Days of Giving

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Traditions Bank appreciates ALL of the nonprofits providing childcare for local families or administering support services to childcare facilities in our communities. Each of the four organizations ...

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Workforce Development: 19 Days of Giving

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Traditions Bank appreciates ALL of the nonprofits working hard to grow our workforce and advance education in our communes. During our 19th Anniversary Month, we spotlight and donate to 16 ...

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The Young Bankers’ Blog: Breaking the Paycheck to Paycheck Cycle

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Getting your paycheck on Friday and not having any money leftover on Monday is not a good experience. Between paying bills, taking care of your home, and ensuring you have all your necessities, it ...

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Join Us for 19 Days of Giving on Behalf of Our Customers

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We're celebrating 19 years with 19 days of giving in the communities we serve This year, we are proud to continue our new tradition of giving back in the communities we serve on behalf of our ...

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Shining a Light on Christy Lucas

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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Traditions Bank Welcomes Dr. Roxanna Gapstur to Board of Directors

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Traditions Bancorp, Inc. (OTC Pink: TRBK), holding company for Traditions Bank, has announced that Dr. Roxanna L. Gapstur will join the bank’s Board of Directors, effective at its September board ...

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Traditions Bank Promotes Three of Its Leaders to Executive Team

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Traditions Bank is pleased to announce the promotions of three of the bank’s associates. Suzanne M. Becker, Joseph D. Lombardi, and Justin M. Mann have joined the Traditions Bank executive ...

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2021 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

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Congratulations to these Remarkable Young Women Since Traditions Bank’s inception in 2002, the organization has had a strong focus on supporting women in the important role they play in our ...

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Traditions Bank Gives Back Through EITC Contributions

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Giving back to the communities we serve is a part of who we are. It makes our community stronger and each of us better. Nonprofits do work that truly matters, and we support their efforts. We're ...

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July4York Is Back!

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York’s biggest July 4 party is back – and it’s twice as big with a never-before-seen double fireworks show in downtown York. “We are excited to once again be working with the Revolution to ...

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Bank unveils evolution of name and brand

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York Traditions Bank is now Traditions Bank York Traditions Bank unveiled a new brand at an Associates’ Annual Meeting held the evening of Tuesday, April 6, 2021. During this virtual event, ...

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Experienced Team Leading Lancaster Expansion

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Deep connections key to successful entry into Lancaster Traditions Bank announces the addition of Michael Frey, Michael Bunn, Hans Abendschoen, Kaylee Rickard, Eric Shetrompf, and Jessica Graham ...

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Wellness Committee Turns Points into Donations

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Our Associates Turn Participation in our Wellness Program into Donations to Local Charitable Organizations In 2014, our Wellness Committee changed our wellness program format to allow participants ...

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Important Coronavirus Updates. A message from our President and CEO.

Branches return to normal hours on Monday, March 15

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March 13. 2021  Dear Valued Customer, With COVID-19 vaccinations underway and the decline in COVID cases in the communities we serve, Traditions Bank will resume regular branch lobby hours ...

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Join Us in Celebrating Teri Clinton, the 2020 United Way of York County Campaign Champion

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Each year, Traditions Bank looks forward to participating in the United Way of York County's workplace giving campaign So much happens behind the scenes to make our involvement possible. It ...

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Shining a Light on Kayla Solomon

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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Traditions Mortgage Celebrates Ten Years

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Highlighting a Decade of Service to our Communities It's hard to believe that ten years have passed since the founding of our mortgage division, now known as Traditions Mortgage. In 2010, Teresa ...

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Gene Draganosky Named Central PA Business Journal Power Player

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Traditions Bank President and CEO, Gene Draganosky, recognized as a 2020 Power Player in Finance On December 18, the Central Penn Business Journal edition featured 28 “Power Players” in the ...

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FestivICE brings safe winter fun to York County this January

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York’s annual ice festival will be bigger in every way this winter! More ice? Check. Longer time period? Check. More of the York area community? Check! “This really is a win-win for ...

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A Tradition of Giving – 2020

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Traditions Bank Gives Back in 2020 This year, we are reminded of our many blessings and all we have to be thankful for. At the same time, we are also aware of the many residents in our community ...

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Shining a Light on Jessica Ayala

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and to celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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Homelessness and Housing Stability – 18 Days of Giving

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As of January 2019, Pennsylvania had an estimated 13,199 experiencing homelessness on any given day, as reported by Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ...

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Equity / Diversity / Inclusion Week – 18 Days of Giving

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“In diversity, there is beauty and strength.” - Maya Angelou. Traditions Bank appreciates all of the nonprofits leading the charge to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. These ...

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Health and Food Stability Week – 18 Days of Giving

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1.2 million hard-working Pennsylvania households have incomes that exceed the federal poverty level but are not high enough to pay for their basic needs. When you add in households that live below ...

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Arts and Creativity Week – 18 Days of Giving

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"Art matters because it is a hate-killer. Art matters because it is the one true great connector in a world that seems to be very unconnected, and it's important now more than ever to shine a huge ...

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Join Us for 18 Days of Giving on Behalf of Our Customers

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We're celebrating 18 years with 18 days of giving in the communities we serve Each September and October, Traditions Bank is delighted to welcome customers to our branches to celebrate the ...

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Shining a Light on Dawn Squire

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and to celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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Shining a Light on Olivia Quartey

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and to celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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Shining a Light on Jen Runkle

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Her Traditions strives to be a resource for women’s financial health and to celebrate and support women as we make our dreams a reality. As we focus on the vital role strong women play in our ...

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Congratulations to the Class of 2020

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Traditions Bank congratulates the Class of 2020 and is especially proud of the graduates of our team members. Congratulations Tyler! Tyler Blew, son of Elizabeth Blew, Human Resources ...

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Pictured above (l to r): Amani Patel, Barbara Salinas, Ivy Snyder, Maleah Culp, and Shyanne Fleming.

Her Traditions 2020 Scholarship Winners Announced

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Since Traditions Bank’s inception in 2002, the organization has had a strong focus on supporting women in the important role they play in our community’s success. Through the Her Traditions ...

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A message of unity from the President & CEO

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The events that have unfolded in our country over the past week have rocked our nation to the core. Emotions sparked by the senseless death of George Floyd in Minneapolis have ignited protests, ...

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Traditions Bank Commercial Banking Partners, Mike Kelly (left) and Mike Sharp (4th from left), who are also Veterans, were proud to help present the check from the Christmas Emergency Fund to For the Love of a Veteran representatives.

Christmas Emergency Fund Raises Over $21,000 for Soldiers and Veterans

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Each holiday season, the York Daily Record offers readers the opportunity to help our community through the Christmas Emergency Fund. The beneficiary of this year’s fund is For the Love of a ...

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Bank to Open Lancaster County Branch

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Traditions Bank (OTC Pink: YRKB) has announced plans to open the organization's first full-service branch in Lancaster County. Subject to customary regulatory approvals, the 3,600-square-foot ...

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Before founding Traditions Bank, Mike Kochenour began his 45-year career with National Central Bank and successors—Hamilton, CoreStates, and First Union—as well as Drovers Bank. His experience in numerous senior leadership positions equipped him to become Founder and Chairman of Traditions Bank and serve as President until 2015 and CEO through 2016.

Board Member Perspective featuring Mike Kochenour

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What changes have you seen in your 17 years of leading the Traditions Bank Board? There has been a myriad of changes in the financial services industry since the founding of Traditions Bank in ...

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Letter from the President and CEO – Winter 2019

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Traditions are the things we value enough to repeat. As our name implies, Traditions Bank cherishes established traditions. From our Core Values to the way we greet each customer, these customs ...

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We’re Honored to Be Recognized by our Community in 2019

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Traditions Bank Receives Numerous local Awards We are honored to received distinctions from local media companies and nonprofit organizations in 2019. York Newspaper Company - "One of the Best ...

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A Tradition of Giving – Holiday 2019

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Traditions Bank Gives Back in 2019 With the Holidays quickly approaching, we have so much to celebrate and be thankful for! At the same time, we are also reminded of the many residents in ...

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Lindsey Keeney-Richards: Traditions Bank Artist Feature

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Local artists are small business owners and the arts create far-reaching economic impact throughout our community. Traditions Bank feels privileged that these artists are our neighbors and ...

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2019 EITC Donations to Local York Nonprofit Organizations

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Supporting Education in our Community through EITC Service to our community is a part of the foundation of Traditions Bank. We feel privileged to give where we live through monetary donations, ...

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Traditions Bank is Proud to Be Named Leadership York’s Outstanding Business of the Year 2019

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The entire team at Traditions Bank is honored to receive Leadership York’s 2019 Outstanding Business of the Year! This award was accepted at the graduation ceremony for the 2019 Leadership ...

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Celebrate National Bike Month with Bike York

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Video showcasing Phase 3 of the York County Heritage Rail Trail expansion, this section connects York City to John Rudy Park via the Northern Extension of the trail. Eventually, this section ...

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Standing (left to right): Gene Draganosky, President and CEO of Traditions Bank; Rachel Ritchey, West York High School; Kaitlyn Arrow, Central York High School; and Carolyn Schaefer, Her Traditions Founder and Champion. Seated (left to right): Delphie Backs, Central York High School; Laura Kruth, Christian School of York; and Sierra Stevens, Hanover High School.

2019 Her Traditions Scholarship Winners Announced

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2019 marks the ninth year for Traditions Bank’s “Her Traditions Scholarship Program” Five winners were chosen from among the many applicants based on their “superior leadership skills, ...

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Traditions Bank Receives a 2019 Downtown First Award

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Long before our doors opened at our Downtown York branch at 100 N. George St., Traditions Bank has been committed to being a part of the York City community.

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Pictured above (L to R): Melissa Moore, Wellness Committee Chair and Personal Banking Delivery Specialist; Katie Force, Wellness Committee member and BSA – Security Specialist; Chef Bungo, Wellness Committee Member and Information Technology Specialist; Averie Clark, Bell Socialization Services, Director of Community Engagement; Patricia Martin, Director of Human Resources and Organization Development; Melinda Hershner, Bell Socialization Services, Development Coordinator; Kathy Rizzuto, Wellness Committee Member and Senior Deposit Operations Specialist; Elizabeth Blew, Wellness Committee Co-Chair and HR Generalist; Heidi Keller, Accounting Specialist.

Employee Wellness Initiative Turns Points into Donations to Local Nonprofits

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Traditions Bank’s Wellness Program, with the mantra of “Be Well … Learn Well … Do Well”, focuses on the Physical, Educational, and Community aspects of Wellness. Associates have the ...

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YBA Home and Garden Show Celebrates its 51st Year

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Traditions Bank is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the York Builders Association’s Home and Garden Show, February 8-10 at the Utz Arena in the York Expo Center. WHERE: Utz Arena (Click ...

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Pictured (left to right) are: Keith Sheffer, Traditions Bank Director of Loan Administration; Tammy Klunk, Director of York County Parks; Attorney Amanda Snoke-Dubbs, York County Parks Foundation Board Member; and Vickie Chronister, Traditions Bank Director of Operations.

Thanks For Helping Us Donate $5000 to York County Parks!

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In 2018, we had so much fun supporting York County Parks with our "Part with the Paper, Provide for the Parks"campaign. During this program, we asked you, our customers, to make the switch to ...

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Biggest FestivICE Yet Planned for January 17-19!

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Free Winter Celebration To Span Three Days, Fill Cherry Lane Park York’s “laugh at the cold” free winter celebration for 2019 is the biggest yet! Traditions Bank and Eventive will ...

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Help Us Give Back This Holiday Season – 2018

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At Traditions Bank, giving back to our community is a part of who we are. This holiday season, help us support our local community through the Christmas Emergency Fund. Christmas Emergency Fund ...

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Traditions Bank and Eventive Present 69th Edition of Area Tradition

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Traditions Bank and Eventive, the event planning and production division of the York Revolution, announced today that registration is open for the 69th edition of the York Halloween Parade ...

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Representatives from the York community join the management of Traditions Bank for a ribbon cutting ceremony on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the site of their new Downtown York branch at 100 North George Street.

York City Branch Officially Opens!

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Traditions Bank has added a new address to its list of retail locations — 100 North George Street in York City. The Downtown York office is situated on the first floor of the historic structure ...

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Join Us at Our Downtown Branch Open Houses

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All community members, friends, customers and Traditions Bank fans are invited to join us at two open houses to celebrate our Downtown branch opening in the City of York at 100 North George ...

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How the story of “The Shoe Wizard” relates to our new branch

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In 1905, after a broken engagement, Mahlon Haines (1875-1962) left his Ohio home on his bicycle and set out to move to Washington, D.C. He was traveling through York when his bike broke down ...

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Traditions Bank and Traditions Mortgage Receive Accolades from Local Publications

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We’re humbled and honored to be recognized in 2018 by the readers of three distinguished publications: York Daily Record, Susquehanna Style and Central Pennsylvania Business Journal. Each year, ...

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July4York means Star Spangled Fun this Independence Day

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Traditions Bank and Eventive Sandwich Revolution Game Between Free Family Events Fun for the kids, baseball, music, and fireworks — that’s the formula for a great Independence Day ...

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Standing (left to right): Gene Draganosky, President and CEO of Traditions Bank; Avery Martz, Hanover High School; Sarah Groetz, Dallastown Area High School; Olivia Quartey, Central York High School; Carolyn Schaefer, Her Traditions Founder and Champion; Seated (left to right): Shaely Gamble,  Dover Area High School; Jenna Bittinger, Northern High School.

2018 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

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2018 marks the eighth year for Traditions Bank’s “Her Traditions Scholarship Program.” Five winners were chosen from among the many applicants based on their “superior leadership skills, ...

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Ophelia Chambliss: Traditions Bank Artist Feature

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We are All Connected: Showcasing Diversity Through Art Video from York Storyman, Randy Flaum, about Contiguous Local artists are small business owners and the arts create far-reaching ...

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Supporting Our Community through EITC Donations

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Supporting Education in our Community through EITC At Traditions Bank, service and commitment to our community are a part of who we are. We're honored to give back to local nonprofits through the ...

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James Coombes Joins Traditions Bank as Manager of Future Downtown York Branch 

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Traditions Bank announces the addition of James Coombes as Manager of the future Downtown York City office. Located at the busy intersection of North George and West Philadelphia Streets, the ...

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(Left to Right): Melissa Moore, Wellness Committee Chair and Personal Banking Delivery Specialist; Scooter Deller, York County SPCA volunteer; Fran Schmitt, Wellness Committee member and Mortgage Loan Assistant; Peg Buchanan, York County SPCA volunteer; Darryl Eberly, Wellness Committee member and Loan Accounting Specialist; Enrique, current SPCA resident and all-around adorable pup; Tessa Grove, York County SPCA volunteer and Senior Administrative Assistant - Commercial Banking; Gene Draganosky, President and CEO; Katie Force, Wellness Committee member and BSA - Security Specialist; Elizabeth Blew, Wellness Committee Co-Chair and HR Generalist.

Traditions Bank Associates Turn Wellness Points into Donations

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Associates give back over $2800 to York County organizations Traditions Bank’s Wellness Program, with the mantra of “Be Well … Learn Well … Do Well”, focuses on the Physical, ...

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YBA Home and Garden Show Celebrates its Fiftieth Year

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Traditions Bank is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the York Builders Association’s Home and Garden Show, February 9-11 at the Utz Arena in the York Expo Center. WHERE: Utz Arena York ...

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Rita Whitney: Traditions Bank Artist Feature

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Supporting the arts is bedrock to our culture at Traditions Bank. Local artists are small business owners and the arts create far-reaching economic impact throughout our community. We also feel ...

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FestivICE is Back in 2018!

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York’s Winter Ice Festival Brings the Party to Downtown York on January 13! Traditions Bank and Eventive, the events division of the York Revolution, are excited to announce the fourth annual ...

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Help Us Give Back This Holiday Season

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At Traditions Bank, giving back to our community is a part of who we are. This holiday season, help us support our local community through the Holiday of Hope campaign and the Christmas Emergency ...

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#ShopSmall in York and Hanover

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Saturday, November 25 is #SmallBusinessSaturday What’s Small Business Saturday, you ask? It’s a celebration of the local, independent, small businesses that make our community special and ...

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Traditions Bank President & CEO Eugene Draganosky, left, Eventive Director Adam Nugent, and York Revolution President Eric Menzer join the FestivICE Yeti and Revolution mascot DownTown in celebrating the extension of Traditions Bank’s sponsorship of Eventive.

Traditions Bank Continues Eventive Partnership

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Bank Renews Presenting Sponsorship of York Halloween Parade, FestivICE, and July4York York residents will continue to celebrate, haunt, and “laugh at the cold” for the next three ...

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Standing (left to right): Gene Draganosky, President and CEO of Traditions Bank; Sahara Wilt, York Suburban High School; Erin O'Connor, South Western High School; Carolyn Schaefer, Managing Director of Specialized Banking; Seated; Seated (left to right): Sharlie Taylor, Red Lion Area Senior High School; Anya Grunewald, Dallastown Area High School; Inset: Erin O'Malley, West York Area High School

2017 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

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2017 marks the seventh year for Traditions Bank’s “Her Traditions Scholarship Program.” Five winners were chosen from among the many applicants based on their “superior leadership skills, ...

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Pictured with Bob Woods, Executive Director for United Way of York County (second from right) are Traditions Bank representatives (left to right) Carolyn Schaefer, Managing Director of Specialized Banking; Gene Draganosky, President & CEO; and Melissa Moore, Personal Banking Delivery Specialist and coordinator of the donations.

Christmas Emergency Fund Raises over $13,000 for United Way

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The York Daily Record/Evening Sun, through their annual Christmas Emergency Fund, teamed up with Traditions Bank and United Way of York County to raise money for four United Way partner agencies ...

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Left to Right: Wellness Committee Co-Chair Kristi Riley-Platt, Mortgage Services Operations Manager, presents a donation to Michael Smith, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters, along with Mike Huson, Managing Director Commercial Banking and BBBS Board Member, and Wellness Committee member Darryl Eberly, Loan Accounting Specialist.

Traditions Bank Wellness Participants Turn Points into Donations

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Associates contribute over $1900 to York County organizations Traditions Bank’s Wellness Program, with the mantra of “Be Well … Learn Well … Do Well”, focuses on the Physical, ...

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Mike Kochenour Named ICBA Community Banker of the Year – East

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Traditions Bank was notified by the The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) in Washington, DC that Michael E. Kochenour, Traditions Bank Founder, Chairman and CEO is the eastern ...

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Team Traditions Participates in UW Kickball Tournament

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Team Traditions joined eight other local companies to participate in the Kickball Tournament on Sat., Sept. 10th at the home of the York Revolution. This event was organized by the United Way of ...

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Gene Draganosky, President (left) will assume the CEO title from Mike Kochenour (right), Founder, Chairman and CEO as of January 1, 2017. Kochenour will remain as Board Chair and serve as Advisor in 2017.

Traditions Bank Announces CEO Transition Timeline

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Traditions Bank (OTC Pink: YRKB) has announced that the succession plan put in motion last year will move into its next phase with the turn of the calendar year. Michael E. Kochenour (pictured, ...

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Pictured in the photo are (L to R): Shawna Wager, Tina Inscore, Sandy Althoff, Sue Ann Randall, Jamie Reid, and Heather Mason.

Team Traditions Cleans Up Eastern Boulevard

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Traditions Bank volunteers participated with the Great American Clean-up of PA Campaign on April 21. 2016 marks the 8th year our Eastern Boulevard team held their own “Traditions Bank Eastern ...

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Standing (left to right): Gene Draganosky, President of Traditions Bank; Nancy Diaz, Hanover High School; Erin Brenneman, Red Land Area High School; Carolyn Schaefer, Managing Director of Specialized Banking; Seated (left to right): Bethany Weaver, West York Area High School; Ellen Greene, Spring Grove Area High School; Avery Apgar, Central York High School.

2016 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

Community Connections, Her Traditions, News

2016 marks the sixth year for Traditions Bank’s “Her Traditions Scholarship Program.” Five winners were chosen from among the many applicants based on their “superior leadership skills, ...

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Brews and Skews Takes the Field on May 21!

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One of the most successful food festivals in the area will return to Revs Stadium on Saturday, May 21, 2016 when Brews & Skews: Outfield Edition parks more than a dozen area favorite food ...

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Pictured (left to right): Michelle Fox, Olivia's House Administrative Coordinator, and K.C. Delp, Olivia's House Executive Director, accept a donation from Traditions Bank Wellness Committee Co-Chairs Kristi Riley-Platt, Loan Administration Team Leader, and Melissa Moore, Personal Banking Delivery Specialist, along with Mike Sharp, Traditions Bank Commercial Banking Partner and Olivia’s House Board Member.

At Traditions Bank, Wellness Works … and It Gives Back, Too!

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Traditions Bank’s Wellness Committee has developed a robust program with a mantra of “Be Well, Learn Well, Do Well,” reflecting the Physical, Educational, and Community aspects of Wellness ...

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“My York City” Art Show & Sale

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The Cultural Alliance, Downtown Inc, and York College's Center for Community Engagement are organizing a first-of-its-kind art exhibit. "My York City" Art Show & Sale will open to the public ...

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“FestivIce” is back for 2016!

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York’s Winter Ice Festival Expands to Downtown York on January 16! Traditions Bank and Eventive, the events division of the York Revolution, have announced plans to relocate the ...

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Team Traditions group for LLS

Team Traditions Raises over $11,000 for LLS!

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Traditions Bank Associates and their families took steps to fight cancer on Saturday, October 24, 2015. A team of dedicated walkers participated in the annual Light the Night Walk at Cousler ...

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United Way Day of Action

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Team Traditions had a ton of fun participating in United Way Day of Action on Friday, June 19! Associates threw a Luau party for the residents at the Cross Keys Village Brethren Home in New Oxford ...

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Traditions Bank presents July4York!

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Traditions Bank is happy to sponsor July4York, York’s FREE Fourth of July community celebration and fireworks display at the York Revolution Stadium! In 2013 and 2014 10,000 patriots and ...

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Standing (left to right): Gene Draganosky, President of Traditions Bank; Madelyn Devlin, York Catholic High School; Erika Gregory, Spring Grove Area Senior High School; Carolyn Schaefer, Managing Director – Personal Banking & Wealth Management; Seated (left to right): Brianna Oppong-Antwi, Eastern York High School; Elizabeth Anderson, Red Lion Area High School

2015 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

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2015 marks the fifth year for Traditions Bank’s “Her Traditions Scholarship Program.” We received our largest number of applications to date, ALL which were extremely impressive! Applicants ...

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Brews & Skews is Next Eventive Event!

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A Carnival of Food with Hoppin’ Brews & Rockin’ Bands Saturday, May 30, 2015 1 pm – 6 pm The York Revolution, Traditions Bank and Eventive have announced a brand new, free-admission ...

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Traditions Bank Announces One of Its Own Will Become President

Banking for You, Banking for Your Business, Buying a Home, Community Connections, Conversations with the CEO, News

The community bank that was founded a dozen years ago continues to look to the future Traditions Bank has grown to over $300 million in assets with five branches across York County. The Bank’s ...

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Traditions Bank Board Member Elizabeth “Betty” Carson began her successful 33-year career at a small community bank and remained through many mergers, retiring in 2011 as Senior VP of Retail Banking with M&T. She joined the Traditions Bank Board in 2014 and discusses her role as the Chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee.

Elizabeth “Betty” Carson joins YTB Board of Directors

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Traditions Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Elizabeth “Betty” Carson to our Board of Directors as the Bank continues to strategically build for the future. Since August 2014, Betty ...

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Application Deadline Approaches for Her Traditions Scholarship

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Traditions Bank recognizes the influential role of women as business and community leaders in York County, and believes a community is only as strong as its best leaders. As part of its commitment ...

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RAYAC affiliate award presentation

REALTORS Association honors Traditions Bank

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The REALTORS Association of York & Adams Counties (RAYAC) recently presented awards to outstanding members at its Awards & Installation Breakfast. Traditions Bank received the Affiliate of ...

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“Her Perspective” spotlights JJ Sheffer on Fox43 News

Community Connections, Her Traditions

On Monday, December 8th, Heather Warner of Fox43 News at 4 talked with JJ Sheffer during “Her Perspective — Women Making an Impact on Central PA.” It seems that JJ has unlimited energy and ...

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Michael Hady Joins Bank as Business Development Partner

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Traditions Bank announces the addition of well-known York area professional and community leader, Michael H. Hady III. A native of Meyersdale, PA, Mr. Hady obtained his Business degree from ...

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Hanover branch ribbon cutting

Hanover Grand Opening Highlights

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What a wonderful welcome to Hanover! Traditions Bank held an official Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, October 28th, followed by a Grand Opening Tailgate Party on Saturday, November 1st! Despite some ...

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Hanover Branch Plans Grand Opening for November 1st!

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If you’ve driven down Eisenhower Drive in Hanover the last few months, you’ve witnessed a total transformation of the property between Wolf’s Furniture and Ryan’s Restaurant. What was a ...

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Traditions Bank Partners with York Revolution to Sustain and Enhance Community Events

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The Traditions Bank slogan of “Because we live here too,” rings truer than ever, with our commitment to enrich York County through community events.  Traditions Bank has pledged a three-year ...

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George Trout to Sign His Book at Eastern Blvd. Branch

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George Trout, Sr., a York County native, rarely leaves Traditions Bank’s Eastern Boulevard branch without telling a story. In his career at WORK Radio, his experiences with York Little ...

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Pictured in the photo are (L to R): Lisa Cardone, Jamie Reid, Bonnie Oberlander, Heather Mason, Kathy Eveler, Sandy Althoff and Shawna Wagner.

Eastern Boulevard Team Cleans Up!

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Traditions Bank volunteers participated in their 6th year with the Great American Clean-up of PA Campaign! The 2014 Great American Cleanup of PA began on March 1st and ran through May 31st. This ...

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Standing (left to right): Mike Kochenour, President and CEO of Traditions Bank; Madison Collins – Spring Grove High School; Abbey Barnhart – Susquehannock High School; Jennifer Wenger – Central York High School; and Carolyn Schaefer, Managing Director — Personal Banking & Wealth Management. Seated (left to right): Conchita Garcia – York Country Day School; Megan Chubb – West York High School.

2014 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced

Community Connections, Her Traditions, News

2014 marks the fourth year for Traditions Bank’s “Her Traditions Scholarship Program.” We received our largest number of applications to date, ALL which were extremely impressive! Applicants ...

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Representatives from the Hanover community join the management of Traditions Bank for a groundbreaking ceremony on the afternoon of Monday, May 19, 2014 at the site of our new branch to be built at 361 Eisenhower Drive, Hanover. Left to right: Daniel Creep – Site Department Project Manager, LSC Design; Randy Funk – Architectural Project Manager, LSC Design; Hanover Mayor Ben Adams; Michael Hady - Hanover Project Consultant for Traditions Bank; John Blecher - Managing Director, COO/CFO, Traditions Bank; Michael Kochenour - Chairman, President & CEO, Traditions Bank; Bob Monahan - CEO of Monahan Group; Gene Draganosky - Managing Director, Chief Community Banking Officer, Traditions Bank; Mark Riggs - Board President, Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce; Barbara Krebs - Hanover Borough Manager; Mike Kelly - Hanover Market Executive, Traditions Bank; Teresa Gregory - Managing Director, Mortgage Services, Traditions Bank; Don Smith - President, Conewago Enterprises; Ray Menges – General Manager, Conewago/Hoffheins Division.

Hanover, Here We Come!

Banking for You, Banking for Your Business, Buying a Home, Community Connections, News

This fall, Traditions Bank will have a new address to add to our list of retail locations — 361 Eisenhower Drive, Hanover. The property between Wolf Furniture and Ryan’s, and across from ...

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White Street Team Marches for Babies!

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On Sunday, April 27th, Associates of our White Street branch, along with their friends and family, participated in the March of Dimes Walk for Babies at John Rudy Park in York. This is the 4th year ...

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Her Traditions on the Morning News

Introducing “Her Perspective” on WPMT Fox43 Morning News

Community Connections, Financial Education, Her Traditions, News

Monday, May 5th was the premiere of “Her Perspective — Women Making an Impact in Central PA” on WPMT Fox43 Morning News! We are proud to sponsor this feature, and our own Carolyn Schaefer ...

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Pictured (L to R) are Mike Kochenour, President and CEO of Traditions Bank; Barry Strine, President of Strine’s Heating and Air Conditioning and President of the York Builders Association; Tom Corbett, Governor of the state of Pennsylvania; and Kevin Miles, President of Miles Maytag Home Appliance Center.

Traditions Bank Partners with York Builders Association for Their 50th Anniversary

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Since 1964, the York Builders Association has been York County’s greatest resource for the home building and remodeling industry. With a motto of “Live Local, Build Local” YBA members provide ...

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Pictured are (L to R) Amanda Shank and Jonathan Fisher from the York County Food Bank, along with Melissa Moore, Mike Kochenour and Carolyn Schaefer from Traditions Bank.

The York Community Donates to the York County Food Bank

Community Connections, News

2013 marked the third year that Traditions Bank has been honored to be the collection point for the York Daily Record/Sunday News Christmas Emergency Fund. Contributions for last year's fund, which ...

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United Way Day of Action

Community Connections

Shadowfax Corporation Traditions Bank Associates helped sort shoes at Shadowfax Corporation as part of United Way of York County’s Day of Action. They sorted and matched 352 pairs of shoes, ...

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Eastern Boulevard Team Cleans Up!

Community Connections, News

This is the 5th year our Eastern Boulevard Associates have participated in The Great American Cleanup — an effort to beautify our community by collecting trash and litter. The branch's ...

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White Street Team Supports March of Dimes

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Last Saturday, Traditions Bank’s White Street staff raised money and awareness for the March of Dimes by participating in the March for Babies! Team Traditions beat their goal from last year ...

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