York Traditions Bank is now Traditions Bank!
We’re still here to help you make your mark in the world. We’re simply changing our look to better reflect the way we do business and to better serve all of our customers, online and in person.
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.
Bank unveils evolution of name and brand
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
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
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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Branches return to normal hours on Monday, March 15
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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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Her Traditions 2020 Scholarship Winners Announced
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
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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Christmas Emergency Fund Raises Over $21,000 for Soldiers and Veterans
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
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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Nicole Shaffer Joins Bank as Director of Her Traditions
Traditions Bank has announced that Nicole Shaffer has joined the organization as Director of Her Traditions, the bank's strategic commitment to serving the unique financial needs of area ...
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Board Member Perspective featuring Mike Kochenour
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
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
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 ...
Continue ReadingA Tradition of Giving – Holiday 2019
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
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
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
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
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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2019 Her Traditions Scholarship Winners Announced
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
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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Employee Wellness Initiative Turns Points into Donations to Local Nonprofits
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
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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Thanks For Helping Us Donate $5000 to York County Parks!
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!
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
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
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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York City Branch Officially Opens!
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
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
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 ...
Continue ReadingTraditions Bank and Traditions Mortgage Receive Accolades from Local Publications
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
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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2018 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced
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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Give Local with Us on May 4!
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 by ...
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Ophelia Chambliss: Traditions Bank Artist Feature
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 ...
Continue ReadingSupporting Our Community through EITC Donations
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
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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Traditions Bank Associates Turn Wellness Points into Donations
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
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
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 ...
Continue ReadingFestivICE is Back in 2018!
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
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
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 Continues Eventive Partnership
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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2017 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced
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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Christmas Emergency Fund Raises over $13,000 for United Way
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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Traditions Bank Wellness Participants Turn Points into Donations
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
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 ...
Continue ReadingTeam Traditions Participates in UW Kickball Tournament
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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Traditions Bank Announces CEO Transition Timeline
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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Team Traditions Cleans Up Eastern Boulevard
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 “YTB Eastern Boulevard ...
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2016 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced
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!
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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At Traditions Bank, Wellness Works … and It Gives Back, Too!
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
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 ...
Continue Reading“FestivIce” is back for 2016!
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 Raises over $11,000 for LLS!
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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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 ...
Continue ReadingTraditions Bank presents July4York!
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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2015 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced
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 ...
Continue ReadingBrews & Skews is Next Eventive Event!
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
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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Elizabeth “Betty” Carson joins YTB Board of Directors
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 ...
Continue ReadingApplication Deadline Approaches for Her Traditions Scholarship
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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REALTORS Association honors Traditions Bank
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
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 ...
Continue ReadingMichael Hady Joins Bank as Business Development Partner
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 Grand Opening Highlights
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 ...
Continue ReadingHanover Branch Plans Grand Opening for November 1st!
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
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 ...
Continue ReadingGeorge Trout to Sign His Book at Eastern Blvd. Branch
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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Eastern Boulevard Team Cleans Up!
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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2014 Her Traditions Scholarship Recipients Announced
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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Hanover, Here We Come!
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!
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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Introducing “Her Perspective” on WPMT Fox43 Morning 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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Traditions Bank Partners with York Builders Association for Their 50th Anniversary
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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The York Community Donates to the York County Food Bank
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 ...
Continue ReadingUnited Way Day of Action
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, ...
Continue ReadingEastern Boulevard Team Cleans Up!
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 ...
Continue ReadingWhite Street Team Supports March of Dimes
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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