Come by Talmage Farm Agway on Saturday, June 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to see the 2012 Husqvarna Power Equipment on display. The equipment expert from Husqvarna will be at the store to answer your questions. You will have the opportunity to learn about attachments that can make your yard work easier and ask about proper safety and maintenance of your equipment. There will be special sales and event a gift for dad with every power equipment purchase.

Talmage Farm Agway is located at 1122 Osborn Ave in Riverhead. Call 727-3100 for more information or visit www.TalmageFarm.com.

Source: Talmage Farm Agway press release dated May 12, 2012.

The East End Women's Network will hold its May Meeting on Wednesday, May 16. The subject of this meeting is "5 key profit drivers for consistent business growth" which will feature topics such as "how to work on your business instead of in your business," and "how to turn your advertising and marketing into an investment instead of an expense" and more. Join us and leave with ideas you can implement immediately! Specific, effective ideas and systems that will massively improve your business.

The meeting will take place at the Villa Paul Restaurant, 163 West Montauk Hwy in Hampton Bays. The event will start at 5:30 with networking and dinner will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. The fee for this event is $35 for EEWN members with reservations, $50 for non-members which includes dinner and program. There will also be a cash bar. Reservations are required, please visit www.eewn.org or contact Ceil Carpenter at 727-3777 for more information.

Source: East End Women's Network press release dated May 8, 2012.

Thomas Sullivan joins Bridgehampton National Bank as Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer

The Bridgehampton National Bank (the “Bank”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BDGE), has announced the appointment of Thomas Sullivan as Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer for the Bank’s Suffolk County market.

Kevin L. Santacroce, Senior Vice President, Chief Lending Officer noted, “I am pleased to welcome Thomas Sullivan to our lending team. Tom is a well-known local banking professional with a reputation for providing knowledgeable, responsive personal service to customers. He brings a wealth of experience to the table and will be a tremendous asset not only to the Bank, but also his clients.”

A graduate of Bowdoin College in Economics and the prestigious Stonier Graduate School of Banking at Georgetown University, Mr. Sullivan brings 16 years of banking experience in lending to his new position.  He began his career as a credit analyst in 1996 and has held various positions of increasing responsibility.  Most recently he served as a Vice President at Capital One Bank, formerly North Fork Bank, in the Business Banking Group, working with the commercial client base.

In his role at Bridgehampton National Bank, Mr. Sullivan will focus on servicing the lending needs of existing customers and developing new customers in the Suffolk County market.

A resident of Mattituck, New York where he lives with his wife and two children, he has been active in the Mattituck community for many years.   

Founded in 1910, Bridgehampton National Bank provides commercial banking services through its 20 branch network in Suffolk County, New York. It is rated one of the top Community Banks in the country by US BANKER and the ICBA (Independent Community Bankers of America). The Bank has a long history of strong results and a reputation for working as partner with local businesses to help them succeed. Bridgehampton National Bank also has a rich tradition of involvement in the local community, supporting programs and initiatives that promote local business, the environment, education, healthcare, social services and the arts.

Source: Bridgehampton National Bank press release dated April 16, 2012.

Stephen Sheridan joins Bridgehampton National Bank as regional manager for western Long Island

The Bridgehampton National Bank (the “Bank”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BDGE), has announced the appointment of Stephen Sheridan as Senior Vice President, Regional Manager of the Western Long Island market.

“I am pleased to welcome Stephen Sheridan into the Bridgehampton National Bank family,” commented James Manseau, Executive Vice President, Chief Retail Banking officer. “Stephen brings a vast depth of knowledge to a leadership position. His experiences in business development will assist us in achieving our growth goals, while continuing to deliver a high level of personal service to all our clients”

A graduate of Hofstra University in Business Administration and Dowling College with an MBA, Mr. Sheridan brings 22 years of banking experience, in both the loan and deposit areas, to his new position.  He began his career as a Management Trainee in 1990 and has since held various positions of increasing responsibility. Most recently he served as a Senior Vice President, Middle Market Relationship Manager at Capital One Bank, formerly North Fork Bank, in the Middle Market Lending Group, delivering a high level of service to the commercial client base.

In his role at Bridgehampton National Bank, Mr. Sheridan will focus on building deposit growth and strengthening customer relationships. Managing branches from Patchogue to Deer Park, Mr. Sheridan understands the local economy and the importance of working closely with the regional business customers of Bridgehampton National Bank.

A resident of East Islip, New York where he lives with his wife and three children, he has been active in the East Islip community for many years.

Founded in 1910, Bridgehampton National Bank provides commercial banking services through its 20 branch network in Suffolk County, New York. It is rated one of the top Community Banks in the country by US BANKER and the ICBA (Independent Community Bankers of America). The Bank has a long history of strong results and a reputation for working as partner with local businesses to help them succeed as well as a rich tradition of involvement in the local community.

Source: Bridgehampton National Bank press release dated April 9, 2012.