Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. /NY/ - Quarter Report: 2014 September (Form 10-Q)

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 10-Q

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x	QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
	SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014

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Commission file number 001-34096

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BRIDGE BANCORP, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

NEW YORK		11-2934195
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		(IRS Employer Identification Number)

2200 MONTAUK HIGHWAY, BRIDGEHAMPTON, NEW YORK		11932
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (631) 537-1000

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

Yes [X] No [ ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).

Yes [X] No [ ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

Large accelerated filer [ ]		Accelerated filer [X]

Non-accelerated filer [ ] (Do not check if a smaller reporting company)		Smaller reporting company [ ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes [ ] No [X]

There were 11,650,722 shares of common stock outstanding as of November 3, 2014.

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BRIDGE BANCORP, INC.

PART I -	FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.	Financial Statements	3

	Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013	3

	Consolidated Statements of Income for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013	4

	Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013	5

	Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013	6

	Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013	7

	Condensed Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements	8

Item 2.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	35

Item 3.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk	50

Item 4.	Controls and Procedures	52

PART II -	OTHER INFORMATION	52

Item 1.	Legal Proceedings	52

Item 1A.	Risk Factors	52

Item 2.	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds	52

Item 3.	Defaults Upon Senior Securities	52

Item 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures	52

Item 5.	Other Information	52

Item 6.	Exhibits	52

Signatures		53

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Item 1. Financial Statements

BRIDGE BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)

(In thousands, except share and per share amounts)

	September 30,			December 31,
	2014			2013
ASSETS
Cash and due from banks	$	40,481		$	39,997
Interest earning deposits with banks	7,280			5,576
Total cash and cash equivalents	47,761			45,573

Securities available for sale, at fair value	612,901			575,179
Securities held to maturity (fair value of $209,789 and $197,339, respectively)	209,777			201,328
Total securities	822,678			776,507

Securities, restricted	10,600			7,034

Loans held for investments	1,243,560			1,013,263
Allowance for loan losses	(17,017		)	(16,001		)
Loans, net	1,226,543			997,262

Premises and equipment, net	31,862			27,983
Accrued interest receivable	6,467			5,648
Goodwill	10,668			2,034
Core deposit intangible	892			190
Bank owned life insurance	30,409			10,035
Prepaid pension	10,006			8,586
Other real estate owned	577			2,242
Other assets	17,790			13,652
Total Assets	$	2,216,253		$	1,896,746

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Demand deposits	$	605,456		$	582,938
Savings, NOW and money market deposits	1,040,566			855,246
Certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more	97,170			64,445
Other time deposits	60,061			36,450
Total deposits	1,803,253			1,539,079

Federal Funds Purchased	41,000			64,000
Federal Home Loan Bank advances	150,955			98,000
Repurchase agreements	11,774			11,370
Junior subordinated debentures	16,002			16,002
Other liabilities and accrued expenses	18,294			8,835
Total Liabilities	2,041,278			1,737,286

Commitments and Contingencies	—			—

Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock, par value $.01 per share (2,000,000 shares authorized; none issued)	—			—
Common stock, par value $.01 per share:
Authorized: 20,000,000 shares; 11,644,370 and 11,317,367 shares issued, respectively; 11,644,370 and 11,307,607 shares outstanding, respectively	116			113
Surplus	118,368			111,377
Retained earnings	63,065			61,441
Less: Treasury Stock at cost, 0 and 9,760 shares, respectively	—			(235		)
	181,549			172,696
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of income tax	(6,574		)	(13,236		)
Total Stockholders’ Equity	174,975			159,460
Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity	$	2,216,253		$	1,896,746

See accompanying condensed notes to the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.

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BRIDGE BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Income (unaudited)

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

	For the					For the
	Three Months Ended					Nine Months Ended
	September 30,					September 30,
	2014		2013			2014			2013
Interest income:
Loans (including fee income)	$	14,995	$	11,583		$	42,377		$	33,433
Mortgage-backed securities, CMOs and other asset-backed securities	2,687		1,796			7,927			4,708
U.S. GSE securities	623		749			2,128			2,199
State and municipal obligations	613		650			2,005			1,976
Corporate Bonds	195		100			560			301
Deposits with banks	8		7			23			20
Other interest and dividend income	98		28			287			115
Total interest income	19,219		14,913			55,307			42,752

Interest expense:
Savings, NOW and money market deposits	808		905			2,446			2,648
Certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more	203		257			587			927
Other time deposits	111		86			327			257
Federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements	149		123			418			373
Federal Home Loan Bank advances	245		153			792			241
Junior subordinated debentures	341		341			1,024			1,024
Total interest expense	1,857		1,865			5,594			5,470

Net interest income	17,362		13,048			49,713			37,282
Provision for loan losses	500		500			1,700			1,650
Net interest income after provision for loan losses	16,862		12,548			48,013			35,632

Non-interest income:
Service charges on deposit accounts	765		777			2,442			2,424
Fees for other customer services	1,050		925			2,596			2,486
Net securities gains (losses)	9		11			(1,119		)	659
Title fee income	400		357			1,183			1,041
Other operating income (loss)	338		(10		)	554			22
Total non-interest income	2,562		2,060			5,656			6,632

Non-interest expense:
Salaries and employee benefits	6,656		5,292			19,274			16,012
Occupancy and equipment	1,997		1,407			5,545			4,016
Technology and communications	811		726			2,294			1,885
Marketing and advertising	726		589			1,796			1,470
Professional services	433		336			1,189			957
FDIC assessments	318		239			952			675
Acquisition costs and branch restructuring	—		338			4,734			338
Amortization of core deposit intangible	96		14			250			45
Other operating expenses	1,057		920			3,197			2,726
Total non-interest expense	12,094		9,861			39,231			28,124

Income before income taxes	7,330		4,747			14,438			14,140
Income tax expense	2,459		1,624			4,843			4,652
Net income	$	4,871	$	3,123		$	9,595		$	9,488
Basic earnings per share	$	0.42	$	0.34		$	0.83		$	1.04
Diluted earnings per share	$	0.42	$	0.34		$	0.83		$	1.04

See accompanying condensed notes to the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (unaudited)

(In thousands)

	For the						For the
	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
	September 30,						September 30,
	2014			2013			2014			2013
Net Income	$	4,871		$	3,123		$	9,595		$	9,488
Other comprehensive (loss) income:
Change in unrealized net (losses) gains on securities available for sale, net of reclassification and deferred income taxes	(813		)	(2,237		)	6,777			(11,380		)
Adjustment to pension liability, net of deferred income taxes	(3		)	44			(10		)	132
Unrealized gains (losses) on cash flow hedge, net of deferred income taxes	242			(331		)	(105		)	(158		)
Total other comprehensive (loss) income	(574		)	(2,524		)	6,662			(11,406		)
Comprehensive income (loss)	$	4,297		$	599		$	16,257		$	(1,918	)

See accompanying condensed notes to the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity (unaudited)

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

	Common Stock		Surplus			Retained Earnings			Treasury Stock			Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss			Total
Balance at January 1, 2014	$	113	$	111,377		$	61,441		$	(235	)	$	(13,236	)	$	159,460
Net income						9,595									9,595
Shares issued under the dividend reinvestment plan (“DRP”)			475												475
Shares issued in the acquisition of FNBNY Bancorp, net of offering costs (240,598 shares)	2		5,946												5,948
Stock awards granted and distributed	1		(432		)				431						—
Stock awards forfeited			58						(58		)				—
Vesting of stock awards									(147		)				(147		)
Exercise of stock options			(2		)				9						7
Income tax effect of stock plans			30												30
Share based compensation expense			916												916
Cash dividend declared, $0.69 per share						(7,971		)							(7,971		)
Other comprehensive income, net of deferred income taxes												6,662			6,662
Balance at September 30, 2014	$	116	$	118,368		$	63,065		$	—		$	(6,574	)	$	174,975

	Common Stock		Surplus			Retained Earnings			Treasury Stock			Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss			Total
Balance at January 1, 2013	$	89	$	64,208		$	55,102		$	(309	)	$	(418	)	$	118,672
Net income						9,488									9,488
Shares issued under the dividend reinvestment plan (“DRP”)	3		5,608												5,611
Stock awards granted and distributed	1		(435		)				434						—
Stock awards forfeited			79						(79		)				—
Vesting of stock awards									(149		)				(149		)
Income tax effect of stock plans			(9		)										(9		)
Share based compensation expense			977												977
Cash dividend declared, $0.46 per share						(4,177		)							(4,177		)
Other comprehensive loss, net of deferred income taxes												(11,406		)	(11,406		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	93	$	70,428		$	60,413		$	(103	)	$	(11,824	)	$	119,007

See accompanying condensed notes to the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.

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BRIDGE BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited)

(In thousands)

	For the
	Nine Months Ended
	September 30,
	2014			2013
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net Income	$	9,595		$	9,488
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Provision for loan losses	1,700			1,650
Depreciation and amortization	1,860			1,498
Net amortization on securities	2,600			4,280
Increase in cash surrender value of bank owned life insurance	(374		)	—
Amortization of core deposit intangible	250			45
Share based compensation expense	916			977
Net securities losses (gains)	1,119			(659		)
Increase in accrued interest receivable	(819		)	(18		)
Decrease (increase) in other assets	3,344			(1,822		)
Increase in accrued expenses and other liabilities	2,899			806
Net cash provided by operating activities	23,090			16,245

Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of securities available for sale	(328,512		)	(228,021		)
Purchases of securities, restricted	(326,562		)	(49,843		)
Purchases of securities held to maturity	(41,310		)	(55,105		)
Proceeds from sales of securities available for sale	350,010			129,431
Redemption of securities, restricted	325,596			48,397
Maturities, calls and principal payments of securities available for sale	53,750			117,771
Maturities, calls and principal payments of securities held to maturity	32,236			69,950
Net increase in loans	(143,457		)	(135,394		)
Proceeds from sales of other real estate owned, net	2,242			218
Purchase of bank owned life insurance	(20,000		)	—
Purchase of premises and equipment	(3,951		)	(3,327		)
Net cash acquired in business combination	2,926			—
Net cash used in investing activities	(97,032		)	(105,923		)

Cash flows from financing activities:
Net increase in deposits	94,301			53,702
Net decrease in federal funds purchased	(23,000		)	(3,500		)
Net increase in FHLB advances	13,673			25,000
Repayment of acquired unsecured debt	(1,450		)	—
Net increase (decrease) in repurchase agreements	404			(1,075		)
Net proceeds from issuance of common stock	475			5,611
Net proceeds from exercise of stock options	7			—
Repurchase of surrendered stock from vesting of restricted stock awards	(147		)	(149		)
Excess tax benefit (expense) from share based compensation	30			(9		)
Cash dividends paid	(7,971		)	(4,177		)
Other, net	(192		)	—
Net cash provided in financing activities	76,130			75,403

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	2,188			(14,275		)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	45,573			51,249
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$	47,761		$	36,974

Supplemental Information-Cash Flows:
Cash paid for:
Interest	$	5,508		$	5,398
Income tax	$	883		$	4,152

Noncash investing and financing activities:
Securities which settled in the subsequent period	$	4,235		$	3,000
Transfers from portfolio loans to OREO	$	577		$	—

Acquisition of noncash assets and liabilities:
Fair value of assets acquired	$	207,326		$	—
Fair value of liabilities assumed	$	212,747		$	—

See accompanying condensed notes to the Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements.

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BRIDGE BANCORP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

(unaudited)

1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) is a bank holding company incorporated under the laws of the State of New York. The Company’s business currently consists of the operations of its wholly-owned subsidiary, The Bridgehampton National Bank (the “Bank”). The Bank’s operations include its real estate investment trust subsidiary, Bridgehampton Community, Inc. (“BCI”), a financial title insurance subsidiary, Bridge Abstract LLC (“Bridge Abstract”), and an investment services subsidiary, Bridge Financial Services LLC that was formed on March 26, 2014. In addition to the Bank, the Company has another subsidiary Bridge Statutory Capital Trust II which was formed in 2009. In accordance with current accounting guidance, the trust is not consolidated in the Company’s financial statements.

The accompanying Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements, which include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary, the Bank, have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. The Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements included herein reflect all normal recurring adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the results for the interim periods presented. In preparing the interim financial statements, management has made estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expense during the reported periods. Such estimates are subject to change in the future as additional information becomes available or previously existing circumstances are modified. Actual future results could differ significantly from those estimates. The annualized results of operations for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2014 are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations that may be expected for the entire fiscal year. Certain information and note disclosures normally included in the financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). Certain reclassifications have been made to prior year amounts, and the related discussion and analysis, to conform to the current year presentation. These reclassifications did not have an impact on net income or total stockholders’ equity. The Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements should be read in conjunction with the Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013.

2. EARNINGS PER SHARE

Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification (“FASB ASC”) No. 260-10-45 addresses whether instruments granted in share-based payment transactions are participating securities prior to vesting and, therefore, need to be included in the earnings allocation in computing earnings per share (“EPS”). The restricted stock awards and restricted stock units granted by the Company contain non-forfeitable rights to dividends and therefore are considered participating securities. The two-class method for calculating basic EPS excludes dividends paid to participating securities and any undistributed earnings attributable to participating securities.

The computation of EPS for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 is as follows:

	Three months ended,						Nine months ended,
	September 30,						September 30,
(In thousands, except per share data)	2014			2013			2014			2013
Net Income	$	4,871		$	3,123		$	9,595		$	9,488
Less: Dividends paid on and earnings allocated to participating securities	(119		)	(85		)	(218		)	(254		)
Income attributable to common stock	$	4,752		$	3,038		$	9,377		$	9,234

Weighted average common shares outstanding, including participating securities	11,674			9,241			11,616			9,109
Less: weighted average participating securities	(284		)	(248		)	(276		)	(242		)
Weighted average common shares outstanding	11,390			8,993			11,340			8,867
Basic earnings per common share	$	0.42		$	0.34		$	0.83		$	1.04

Income attributable to common stock	$	4,752		$	3,038		$	9,377		$	9,234

Weighted average common shares outstanding	11,390			8,993			11,340			8,867
Weighted average common equivalent shares outstanding	—			—			—			—
Weighted average common and equivalent shares outstanding	11,390			8,993			11,340			8,867
Diluted earnings per common share	$	0.42		$	0.34		$	0.83		$	1.04

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There were 41,100 and 49,362 options outstanding at September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, respectively, that were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because the options’ exercise prices were greater than the average market price of common stock and were, therefore, antidilutive. The $16.0 million in convertible trust preferred securities outstanding at September 30, 2014, were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because the assumed conversion of the trust preferred securities was antidilutive.

3. STOCK BASED COMPENSATION PLANS

The Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors determines stock options and restricted stock awarded under the Bridge Bancorp, Inc. Equity Incentive Plan (“Plan”) and the Company accounts for this Plan under the FASB ASC No. 718 and 505. On May 4, 2012, the stockholders of the Company approved the Company’s 2012 Stock-Based Incentive Plan which supersedes the Bridge Bancorp, Inc. Equity Incentive Plan that was approved in 2006 (the “2006 Plan”). The plan provides for the grant of stock-based and other incentive awards to officers, employees and directors of the Company.

No new grants of stock options were awarded and no compensation expense was attributable to stock options for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013 because all stock options were vested.

The intrinsic value for stock options is calculated based on the exercise price of the underlying awards and the market price of our common stock as of the reporting date. The intrinsic value of options exercised during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, was $1,000 and $0, respectively. The intrinsic value of options outstanding and exercisable at September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013 was $0.

A summary of the status of the Company’s stock options as of and for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 is as follows:

					Weighted
			Weighted		Average
	Number		Average		Remaining	Aggregate
	of		Exercise		Contractual	Intrinsic
(Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)	Options		Price		Life	Value
Outstanding, January 1, 2014	45,395		$	25.54
Granted	—		—
Exercised	(1,274	)	$	24.00
Forfeited	(2,460	)	$	25.25
Expired	(561	)	$	24.00
Outstanding, September 30, 2014	41,100		$	25.62	1.96 years	—
Vested and Exercisable, September 30, 2014	41,100		$	25.62	1.96 years	—

	Number of	Exercise
Range of Exercise Prices	Options	Price
	35,969	$	25.25
	3,000	$	26.55
	2,131	$	30.60
	41,100

During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 restricted stock awards of 80,073 shares were granted. Of the 80,073 shares granted, 53,425 shares vest over seven years with a third vesting after years five, six and seven, 20,398 shares vest over five years with a third vesting after years three, four and five and the remaining 6,250 shares vest ratably over approximately two years. During the nine months ended September 30, 2013, restricted stock awards of 72,940 shares were granted. Of the 72,940 shares granted, 51,175 shares vest over seven years with one third vesting after each of the years five, six and seven; 12,652 shares vest over five years with one third vesting after each of the years three, four and five; and the remaining 9,113 shares vest ratably over approximately five years. Compensation expense attributable to restricted stock awards was $289,000 and $803,000 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, respectively, and $281,000 and $868,000 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively.

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A summary of the status of the Company’s unvested restricted stock as of and for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 is as follows:

			Weighted
			Average Grant-Date
	Shares		Fair Value
Unvested, January 1, 2014	197,599		$	21.18
Granted	80,073		$	25.32
Vested	(23,695	)	$	21.58
Forfeited	(2,398	)	$	22.33
Unvested, September 30, 2014	251,579		$	22.45

In April 2009, the Company adopted a Directors Deferred Compensation Plan. Under the Plan, independent directors may elect to defer all or a portion of their annual retainer fee in the form of restricted stock units. In addition, Directors receive a non-election retainer in the form of restricted stock units. These restricted stock units vest ratably over one year and have dividend rights but no voting rights. In connection with this Plan, the Company recorded expenses of approximately $34,000 and $113,000 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, respectively, and $34,000 and $109,000 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively.

4. SECURITIES

The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair value of the available for sale and held to maturity investment securities portfolio at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 and the corresponding amounts of unrealized gains and losses therein:

September 30, 2014

Gross

Estimated

Amortized

Unrealized

Fair

(In thousands)

Cost

Gains

Losses

Value

Available for sale:

U.S. GSE securities

104,296

(3,522

)

100,781

State and municipal obligations

64,823

404

(268

)

64,959

U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities

99,054

(349

)

98,708

U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations

278,002

(4,752

)

273,327

U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities

3,032

—

(120

)

2,912

U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations

25,206

(151

)

25,118

Other Asset backed securities

29,189

—

29,193

Corporate Bonds

17,950

(106

)

17,903

Total available for sale

621,552

617

(9,268

)

612,901

Held to maturity:

U.S. GSE securities

11,276

(69

)

11,280

State and municipal obligations

55,267

1,648

(86

)

56,829

U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities

7,090

—

(173

)

6,917

U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations

61,757

575

(1,663

)

60,669

U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities

13,298

(88

)

13,303

U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations

38,157

239

(666

)

37,730

Corporate Bonds

22,932

142

(13

)

23,061

Total held to maturity

209,777

2,770

(2,758

)

209,789

Total securities

831,329

3,387

(12,026

)

822,690

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	December 31, 2013
			Gross		Gross			Estimated
	Amortized		Unrealized		Unrealized			Fair
(In thousands)	Cost		Gains		Losses			Value
Available for sale:
U.S. GSE securities	$	164,278	$	15	$	(11,536	)	$	152,757
State and municipal obligations	62,141		602		(1,087		)	61,656
U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities	14,609		36		(210		)	14,435
U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations	285,595		559		(6,963		)	279,191
U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities	3,076		—		(242		)	2,834
U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations	26,740		194		(24		)	26,910
Non Agency commercial mortgage-backed securities	3,658		—		(80		)	3,578
Other Asset backed securities	34,970		42		(1,194		)	33,818
Total available for sale	595,067		1,448		(21,336		)	575,179

Held to maturity:
U.S. GSE securities	11,254		—		(375		)	10,879
State and municipal obligations	67,232		863		(179		)	67,916
U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities	8,001		—		(312		)	7,689
U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations	68,197		537		(3,655		)	65,079
U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities	10,132		—		(356		)	9,776
U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations	13,627		—		(706		)	12,921
Corporate Bonds	22,885		203		(9		)	23,079
Total held to maturity	201,328		1,603		(5,592		)	197,339
Total securities	$	796,395	$	3,051	$	(26,928	)	$	772,518

The following table summarizes the amortized cost, fair value and maturities of the available for sale and held to maturity investment securities portfolio at September 30, 2014. Expected maturities will differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.

	September 30, 2014
	Amortized		Fair
(In thousands)	Cost		Value
Maturity
Available for sale:
Within one year	$	15,983	$	16,081
One to five years	31,614		31,773
Five to ten years	132,528		129,309
Beyond ten years	441,427		435,738
Total	$	621,552	$	612,901

Held to maturity:
Within one year	$	12,407	$	12,442
One to five years	34,983		35,157
Five to ten years	45,316		46,272
Beyond ten years	117,071		115,918
Total	$	209,777	$	209,789

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Securities with unrealized losses at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, aggregated by category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, are as follows:

Less than 12 months

Greater than 12 months

September 30, 2014

Unrealized

(In thousands)

Fair Value

losses

Fair Value

losses

Available for sale:

U.S. GSE securities

—

100,509

3,522

State and municipal obligations

12,118

12,752

208

U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities

86,937

285

1,539

U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations

122,023

879

113,484

3,873

U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities

—

2,912

120

U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations

18,549

151

—

Other Asset backed securities

—

Corporate Bonds

9,894

106

—

Total available for sale

249,521

1,481

231,196

7,787

Held to maturity:

U.S. GSE securities

—

78,384

State and municipal obligations

7,761

—

U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities

—

6,917

173

U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations

8,914

31,892

1,577

U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities

—

4,152

U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations

14,290

160

8,461

506

Corporate Bonds

5,987

—

Total held to maturity

36,952

345

129,806

2,413

	Less than 12 months				Greater than 12 months
December 31, 2013			Unrealized				Unrealized
(In thousands)	Fair Value		losses		Fair Value		losses
Available for sale:
U.S. GSE securities	$	128,468	$	8,915	$	23,966	$	2,621
State and municipal obligations	23,765		1,046		966		41
U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities	10,410		210		—		—
U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations	218,415		6,476		12,757		487
U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities	2,834		242		—		—
U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations	4,912		24		—		—
Non Agency commercial mortgage-backed securities	3,578		80		—		—
Other Asset backed securities	21,144		1,103		2,906		91
Total available for sale	413,526		18,096		40,595		3,240

Held to maturity:
U.S. GSE securities	10,879		375		—		—
State and municipal obligations	24,079		178		385		1
U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities	7,689		312		—		—
U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations	29,570		2,169		17,752		1,486
U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities	9,776		356		—		—
U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations	12,921		706		—		—
Corporate Bonds	1,993		7		999		2
Total held to maturity	$	96,907	$	4,103	$	19,136	$	1,489

Other-Than-Temporary-Impairment

Management evaluates securities for other-than-temporary impairment (“OTTI”) at least on a quarterly basis, and more frequently when economic or market conditions warrant. The investment securities portfolio is evaluated for OTTI by segregating the portfolio

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into two general segments and applying the appropriate OTTI model. Investment securities classified as available for sale or held-to-maturity are generally evaluated for OTTI under FASB ASC 320, Accounting for Certain Investments in Debt and Equity Securities. In determining OTTI under the FASB ASC 320 model, management considers many factors, including: (1) the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than cost, (2) the financial condition and near term prospects of the issuer, (3) whether the market decline was affected by macroeconomic conditions, and (4) whether the Company has the intent to sell the debt security or more likely than not will be required to sell the debt security before its anticipated recovery. If either of the criteria regarding intent or requirement to sell is met, the entire difference between amortized cost and fair value is recognized as impairment through earnings. For debt securities that do not meet the aforementioned criteria, the amount of impairment is split into two components as follows: (1) OTTI related to credit loss, which must be recognized in the income statement and (2) OTTI related to other factors, which is recognized in other comprehensive income. The credit loss is defined as the difference between the present value of the cash flows expected to be collected and the amortized cost basis. The assessment of whether an other-than-temporary decline exists involves a high degree of subjectivity and judgment and is based on the information available to management at a point in time.

At September 30, 2014, the majority of unrealized losses on both the available for sale and held to maturity securities are related to the Company’s U.S. GSE securities and U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations. The decrease in fair value of the U.S. GSE securities and U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations is attributable to changes in interest rates and not credit quality. The Company does not have the intent to sell these securities and it is more likely than not that it will not be required to sell the securities before their anticipated recovery. Therefore, the Company does not consider these securities to be other-than-temporarily impaired at September 30, 2014.

Proceeds from sales of securities available for sale were $115.3 million and $54.3 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Proceeds from sales of securities available for sale were $350.0 million and $129.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Net gains of $9,000 and $11,000 were realized on these sales during the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Net losses of $1.1 million and net gains of $0.7 million were realized on these sales during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Proceeds from calls of securities were $0.3 million and $1.1 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Proceeds from calls of securities were $2.8 million and $47.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.

Securities having a fair value of approximately $378.7 million and $397.5 million at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, were pledged to secure public deposits and Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank overnight borrowings. The Bank did not hold any trading securities during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 or the year ended December 31, 2013.

The Bank is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) of New York. Members are required to own a particular amount of stock based on the level of borrowings and other factors, and may invest in additional amounts. The Bank is a member of the Atlantic Central Banker’s Bank (“ACBB”) and is required to own ACBB stock. The Bank is also a member of the Federal Reserve Bank (“FRB”) system and required to own FRB stock. FHLB, ACBB and FRB stock is carried at cost and periodically evaluated for impairment based on ultimate recovery of par value. Both cash and stock dividends are reported as income. The Bank owned approximately $10.6 million and $7.0 million in FHLB, ACBB and FRB stock at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. These amounts were reported as restricted securities in the consolidated balance sheets.

5. ESTIMATED FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

FASB ASC No. 820-10 defines fair value as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. FASB ASC 820-10 also establishes a fair value hierarchy which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The standard describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair values:

Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets that the entity has the ability to access as of the measurement date.

Level 2: Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.

Level 3: Significant unobservable inputs that reflect a reporting entity’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability.

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Assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis:

				Fair Value Measurements at
				September 30, 2014 Using:
					Significant
				Quoted Prices In	Other			Significant
				Active Markets for	Observable			Unobservable
	Carrying			Identical Assets	Inputs			Inputs
(In thousands)	Value			(Level 1)	(Level 2)			(Level 3)
Financial Assets:
Available for sale securities:
U.S. GSE securities	$	100,781			$	100,781
State and municipal obligations	64,959				64,959
U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities	98,708				98,708
U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations	273,327				273,327
U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities	2,912				2,912
U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations	25,118				25,118
Other Asset backed securities	29,193				29,193
Corporate Bonds	17,903				17,903
Total available for sale	$	612,901			$	612,901

Financial Liabilities:
Derivatives	$	(338	)		$	(338	)

				Fair Value Measurements at
				December 31, 2013 Using:
					Significant
				Quoted Prices In	Other			Significant
				Active Markets for	Observable			Unobservable
	Carrying			Identical Assets	Inputs			Inputs
(In thousands)	Value			(Level 1)	(Level 2)			(Level 3)
Financial Assets:
Available for sale securities:
U.S. GSE securities	$	152,757			$	152,757
State and municipal obligations	61,656				61,656
U.S. GSE residential mortgage-backed securities	14,435				14,435
U.S. GSE residential collateralized mortgage obligations	279,191				279,191
U.S. GSE commercial mortgage-backed securities	2,834				2,834
U.S. GSE commercial collateralized mortgage obligations	26,910				26,910
Non Agency commercial mortgage-backed securities	3,578				3,578
Other Asset backed securities	33,818				33,818
Total available for sale	$	575,179			$	575,179

Financial Liabilities:
Derivatives	$	(164	)		$	(164	)

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Assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis are summarized below:

			Fair Value Measurements at
			September 30, 2014 Using:
				Significant
			Quoted Prices In	Other	Significant
			Active Markets for	Observable	Unobservable
	Carrying		Identical Assets	Inputs	Inputs
(In thousands)	Value		(Level 1)	(Level 2)	(Level 3)
Impaired loans	$	—			$	—
Other real estate owned	577				577

			Fair Value Measurements at
			December 31, 2013 Using:
				Significant
			Quoted Prices In	Other	Significant
			Active Markets for	Observable	Unobservable
	Carrying		Identical Assets	Inputs	Inputs
(In thousands)	Value		(Level 1)	(Level 2)	(Level 3)
Impaired loans	$	1,329			$	1,329
Other real estate owned	2,242				2,242

Impaired loans with allocated allowance for loan losses at September 30, 2014, had an outstanding balance of $0.1 with a valuation allowance of $0.1 which resulted in a net carrying amount of zero. No additional provision for loan losses was necessary for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. Impaired loans with allocated allowance for loan losses at December 31, 2013, had a carrying amount of $1.3 million, which is made up of the outstanding balance of $1.5 million, net of a valuation allowance of $0.2 million. This resulted in an additional provision for loan losses of $0.2 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2013.

Other real estate owned at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 had a carrying amount of $0.6 million and $2.2 million, respectively, and no valuation allowance recorded. Accordingly, there was no additional provision for loan losses included in the amount reported on the Consolidated Statements of Income. The Company deemed ASC 2011-04 disclosures of significant unobservable inputs to be immaterial to the overall consolidated financial statement presentation given the low level of impaired loans and other real estate owned.

The Company used the following method and assumptions in estimating the fair value of its financial instruments:

Cash and Due from Banks and Federal Funds Sold: Carrying amounts approximate fair value, since these instruments are either payable on demand or have short-term maturities. Cash on hand and non-interest due from bank accounts are Level 1 and interest bearing Cash Due from Banks and Federal Funds Sold are Level 2.

Securities Available for Sale and Held to Maturity: The estimated fair values are based on independent dealer quotations on nationally recognized securities exchanges, if available (Level 1). For securities where quoted prices are not available, fair value is based on matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities (Level 2).

Restricted Securities: It is not practicable to determine the fair value of FHLB, ACBB and FRB stock due to restrictions placed on its transferability.

Derivatives: Represents an interest rate swap and the estimated fair values are based on valuation models using observable market data as of measurement date (Level 2).

Loans: The estimated fair values of real estate mortgage loans and other loans receivable are based on discounted cash flow calculations that use available market benchmarks when establishing discount factors for the types of loans resulting in a Level 3 classification. Exceptions may be made for adjustable rate loans (with resets of one year or less), which would be discounted straight to their rate index plus or minus an appropriate spread. All nonaccrual loans are carried at their current fair value. The methods

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utilized to estimate the fair value of loans do not necessarily represent an exit price and therefore, while permissible for presentation purposed under ASC 825-10, do not conform to ASC 820-10.

Impaired Loans: For impaired loans, the Company evaluates the fair value of the loan in accordance with current accounting guidance. For loans that are collateral dependent, the fair value of the collateral is used to determine the fair value of the loan. The fair value of the collateral is determined based upon recent appraised values. The fair value of other real estate owned is also evaluated in accordance with current accounting guidance and determined based upon recent appraised values. These appraisals may utilize a single valuation approach or a combination of approaches including comparable sales and the income approach. Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the independent appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Adjustments may relate to location, square footage, condition, amenities, and market rate of leases as well as timing of comparable sales. All appraisals undergo a second review process to insure that the methodology employed and the values derived are accurate. The fair value of the loan is compared to the carrying value to determine if any write-down or specific reserve is required. Impaired loans are evaluated on a quarterly basis for additional impairment and adjusted accordingly.

Appraisals for collateral-dependent impaired loans are performed by certified general appraisers (for commercial properties) or certified residential appraisers (for residential properties) whose qualifications and licenses have been reviewed and verified by the Company. Once received, the Credit Administration department reviews the assumptions and approaches utilized in the appraisal as well as the overall resulting fair value in comparison with independent data sources such as recent market data or industry-wide statistics. On a quarterly basis, the Company compares the actual selling price of collateral that has been sold to the most recent appraised value to determine what additional adjustment should be made to the appraisal value to arrive at fair value. Management also considers the appraisal values for commercial properties associated with current loan origination activity. Collectively, this information is reviewed to help assess current trends in commercial property values. For each collateral dependent impaired loan, management considers information that relates to the type of commercial property to determine if such properties may have appreciated or depreciated in value since the date of the most recent appraisal.

Deposits: The estimated fair value of certificates of deposits are based on discounted cash flow calculations that use a replacement cost of funds approach to establishing discount rates for certificates of deposits maturities resulting in a Level 2 classification. Stated value is fair value for all other deposits resulting in a Level 1 classification.

Borrowed Funds: The estimated fair value of borrowed funds are based on discounted cash flow calculations that use a replacement cost of funds approach to establishing discount rates for funding maturities resulting in a Level 2 classification.

Junior Subordinated Debentures: The estimated fair value is based on estimates using market data for similarly risk weighted items and takes into consideration the convertible features of the debentures into common stock of the Company which is an unobservable input resulting in a Level 3 classification.

Accrued Interest Receivable and Payable: For these short-term instruments, the carrying amount is a reasonable estimate of the fair value resulting in a Level 1 or 2 classification.

Off-Balance-Sheet Liabilities: The fair value of off-balance-sheet commitments to extend credit is estimated using fees currently charged to enter into similar agreements. The fair value is immaterial as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013.

Fair value estimates are made at specific points in time and are based on existing on-and off-balance sheet financial instruments. Such estimates are generally subjective in nature and dependent upon a number of significant assumptions associated with each financial instrument or group of financial instruments, including estimates of discount rates, risks associated with specific financial instruments, estimates of future cash flows, and relevant available market information. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates. In addition, fair value estimates do not reflect the value of anticipated future business, premiums or discounts that could result from offering for sale at one time the Company’s entire holdings of a particular financial instrument, or the tax consequences of realizing gains or losses on the sale of financial instruments.

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The estimated fair values and recorded carrying amounts of the Bank’s financial instruments at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 are as follows:

Fair Value Measurements at

September 30, 2014 Using:

Significant

Quoted Prices In

Other

Significant

Active Markets for

Observable

Unobservable

Carrying

Identical Assets

Inputs

(In thousands)

Amount

(Level 1)

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

Total

Financial assets:

Cash and due from banks

40,481

—

40,481

Interest bearing deposits with banks

7,280

—

7,280

—

7,280

Securities available for sale

612,901

—

612,901

—

612,901

Securities restricted

10,600

n/a

Securities held to maturity

209,777

—

209,789

—

209,789

Loans, net

1,226,543

—

1,230,940

Accrued interest receivable

6,467

—

2,807

3,660

6,467

Financial liabilities:

Certificates of deposit

157,231

—

158,444

—

158,444

Demand and other deposits

1,646,022

—

1,646,022

Federal funds purchased

41,000

—

41,000

Federal Home Loan Bank overnight borrowings

7,000

6,999

—

6,999

Federal Home Loan Bank term advances

143,955

—

145,170

—

145,170

Repurchase agreements

11,774

—

12,191

—

12,191

Junior Subordinated Debentures

16,002

—

16,320

Derivatives

338

—

338

—

338

Accrued interest payable

310

234

—

310

			Fair Value Measurements at
			December 31, 2013 Using:
					Significant
			Quoted Prices In		Other		Significant
			Active Markets for		Observable		Unobservable
	Carrying		Identical Assets		Inputs		Inputs
(In thousands)	Amount		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)		Total
Financial assets:
Cash and due from banks	$	39,997	$	39,997	$	—	$	—	$	39,997
Interest bearing deposits with banks	5,576		—		5,576		—		5,576
Securities available for sale	575,179		—		575,179		—		575,179
Securities restricted	7,034		n/a		n/a		n/a		n/a
Securities held to maturity	201,328		—		197,338		—		197,338
Loans, net	997,262		—		—		1,002,314		1,002,314
Accrued interest receivable	5,648		—		2,747		2,901		5,648

Financial liabilities:
Certificates of deposit	100,895		—		101,509		—		101,509
Demand and other deposits	1,438,184		1,438,184		—		—		1,438,184
Federal funds purchased	64,000		64,000				—		64,000
Federal Home Loan Bank overnight borrowings	58,000		57,994		—		—		57,994
Federal Home Loan Bank term advances	40,000		—		40,060		—		40,060
Repurchase agreements	11,370		—		11,803		—		11,803
Junior Subordinated Debentures	16,002		—		—		15,215		15,215
Derivatives	164		—		164		—		164
Accrued interest payable	225		76		149		—		225

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6. LOANS

The following table sets forth the major classifications of loans:

(In thousands)	September 30, 2014			December 31, 2013
Commercial real estate mortgage loans	$	560,157		$	484,900
Multi-family mortgage loans	197,062			107,488
Residential real estate mortgage loans	156,880			153,417
Commercial, financial, and agricultural loans	266,668			209,452
Real estate-construction and land loans	51,301			46,981
Installment/consumer loans	9,519			9,287
Total loans	1,241,587			1,011,525
Net deferred loan costs and fees	1,973			1,738
	1,243,560			1,013,263
Allowance for loan losses	(17,017		)	(16,001		)
Net loans	$	1,226,543		$	997,262

On February 14, 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of FNBNY Bancorp, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary First National Bank of New York (collectively, “FNBNY”) resulting in the addition of $87.4 million of acquired loans recorded at their fair value. There were approximately $68.5 million of acquired FNBNY loans remaining as of September 30, 2014.

Lending Risk

The principal business of the Bank is lending, primarily in commercial real estate mortgage loans, multi-family mortgage loans, residential real estate mortgage loans, construction loans, home equity loans, commercial and industrial loans, land loans and consumer loans. The Bank considers its primary lending area to be Long Island in Suffolk County, New York, and a substantial portion of the Bank’s loans are secured by real estate in this area. Accordingly, the ultimate collectibility of such a loan portfolio is susceptible to changes in market and economic conditions in this region.

Commercial Real Estate Mortgages

Loans in this classification include income producing investment properties and owner occupied real estate used for business purposes. The underlying properties are generally located largely in our primary market area. The cash flows of the income producing investment properties are adversely impacted by a downturn in the economy as evidenced by increased vacancy rates, which in turn, will have an effect on credit quality. Generally, management seeks to obtain annual financial information for borrowers with loans in excess of $0.25 million in this category. In the case of owner-occupied real estate used for business purposes, a weakened economy and resultant decreased consumer and/or business spending will have an adverse effect on credit quality.

Multi-Family Mortgages

Loans in this classification include income producing residential investment properties of 5 or more families. The loans are usually made in areas with limited single family residences generating high demand for these facilities. Loans are made to established owners with a proven and demonstrable record of strong performance. Loans are secured by a first mortgage lien on the subject property with a loan to value ratio generally not exceeding 75%. Repayment is derived generally from the rental income generated from the property and maybe supplemented by the owners’ personal cash flow. Credit risk arises with an increase in vacancy rates, property mismanagement and the predominance of non-recourse loans that are customary in the industry.

Residential Real Estate Mortgages and Home Equity Loans

Loans in these classifications are made to and secured by owner-occupied residential real estate and repayment is dependent on the credit quality of the individual borrower. The overall health of the economy, including unemployment rates and housing prices, can have an effect on the credit quality in this loan class. The Bank generally does not originate loans with a loan-to-value ratio greater than 80% and does not grant subprime loans.

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Commercial, Industrial and Agricultural Loans

Loans in this classification are made to businesses. Generally these loans are secured by assets of the business and repayment is expected from the cash flows of the business. A weakened economy, and resultant decreased consumer and/or business spending can have an effect on the credit quality in this loan class.

Real Estate Construction and Land Loans

Loans in this classification primarily include land loans to local individuals, contractors and developers for developing the land for sale or for the purpose of making improvements thereon. Repayment is derived primarily from sale of the lots/units including any pre-sold units. Credit risk is affected by market conditions, time to sell at an adequate price and cost overruns. To a lesser extent this class includes commercial development projects that the Company finances, which in most cases require interest only payments during construction, and then convert to permanent financing. Credit risk is affected by construction delays, cost overruns, market conditions and the availability of permanent financing; to the extent such permanent financing is not being provided by us.

Installment and Consumer Loans

Loans in this classification may be either secured or unsecured and repayment is dependent on the credit quality of the individual borrower and, if applicable, sale of the collateral securing the loan such as automobiles. Therefore, the overall health of the economy, including unemployment rates and housing prices, will have an effect on the credit quality in this loan class.

Credit Quality Indicators

The Company categorizes loans into risk categories based on relevant information about the ability of borrowers to service their debt including repayment patterns, probable incurred losses, past loss experience, current economic conditions, and various types of concentrations of credit. Assigned risk rating grades are continuously updated as new information is obtained. Loans risk rated special mention, substandard and doubtful are reviewed on a quarterly basis. The Company uses the following definitions for risk rating grades:

Pass: Loans classified as pass include current loans performing in accordance with contractual terms, pools of homogenous residential real estate and installment/consumer loans that are not individually risk rated and loans which do not exhibit certain risk factors that require greater than usual monitoring by management.

Special mention: Loans classified as special mention, while generally not delinquent, have potential weaknesses that deserve management’s close attention. If left uncorrected, these potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the loan or in the Bank’s credit position at some future date.

Substandard: Loans classified as substandard have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt. There is a distinct possibility that the Bank will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected.

Doubtful: Loans classified as doubtful have all the weaknesses inherent in a substandard loan, and may also be at delinquency status and have defined weaknesses based on currently existing facts, conditions and values making collection or liquidation in full highly questionable and improbable.

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The following table represents loans by class categorized by internally assigned risk grades as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

Grades:

September 30, 2014

Pass

Special Mention

Substandard

Doubtful

Total

(In thousands)

Commercial real estate:

Owner occupied

219,984

10,533

5,993

—

236,510

Non-owner occupied

317,008

2,052

4,587

—

323,647

Multi-Family

193,946

1,769

1,347

—

197,062

Residential real estate:

Residential mortgage

88,170

176

2,241

90,587

Home equity

63,619

1,015

1,659

66,293

Commercial:

Secured

90,946

1,108

2,114

—

94,168

Unsecured

166,640

4,227

1,633

—

172,500

Real estate construction and land loans

50,933

—

368

—

51,301

Installment/consumer loans

9,275

140

104

—

9,519

Total loans

1,200,521

21,020

20,046

—

1,241,587

At September 30, 2014 there were $1.8 million and $2.5 million, respectively, of acquired FNBNY loans included in the special mention and substandard grades.

	Grades:
December 31, 2013	Pass		Special Mention		Substandard		Doubtful		Total
(In thousands)
Commercial real estate:
Owner occupied	$	164,502	$	11,828	$	7,336	$	—	$	183,666
Non-owner occupied	291,758		5,490		3,986		—		301,234
Multi-family loans	107,488		—		—		—		107,488
Residential real estate:
First lien	87,288		264		2,847		—		90,399
Home equity	60,285		1,014		1,719		—		63,018
Commercial:
Secured	69,475		4,320		2,175		—		75,970
Unsecured	128,655		3,749		1,078		—		133,482
Real estate construction and land loans	46,311		—		670		—		46,981
Installment/consumer loans	9,144		44		99		—		9,287
Total loans	$	964,906	$	26,709	$	19,910	$	—	$	1,011,525

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Past Due and Nonaccrual Loans

The following table represents the aging of the recorded investment in past due loans as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 by class of loans, as defined by ASC 310-10:

September 30, 2014

30-59
Days
Past
Due

60-89
Days
Past Due

>90 Days
Past Due
and
Accruing

Nonaccrual
Including 90
Days or
More Past
Due

Total Past
Due and
Nonaccrual

Current

Total
Loans

(In thousands)

Commercial real estate:

Owner occupied

—

188

—

599

787

235,723

236,510

Non-owner occupied

309

—

180

489

323,158

323,647

Multi-Family

—

197,062

Residential real estate:

Residential mortgages

—

763

89,824

90,587

Home equity

194

291

126

812

1,297

64,996

66,293

Commercial:

Secured

—

197

93,971

94,168

Unsecured

—

130

157

172,343

172,500

Real estate construction and land loans

—

51,301

Installment/consumer loans

—

9,514

9,519

Total loans

604

555

306

2,536

3,695

1,237,892

1,241,587

At September 30, 2014 there were no FNBNY acquired loans that were 30-89 days past due. Loans 90 days or more past due that are still accruing interest are accruing since management can reasonably estimate future cash flows and expect to fully collect the carrying value of these loans, the majority of which are FNBNY acquired loans.

December 31, 2013	30-59 Days Past Due		60-89 Days Past Due		>90 Days Past Due and Accruing		Nonaccrual Including 90 Days or More Past Due		Total Past Due and Nonaccrual		Current		Total Loans
(In thousands)
Commercial real estate:
Owner occupied	$	327	$	201	$	1	$	1,072	$	1,601	$	182,065	$	183,666
Non-owner occupied	—		193		—		617		810		300,424		301,234
Multi-family loans	—		—		—		—		—		107,488		107,488
Residential real estate:
First lien	329		—		—		1,286		1,615		88,784		90,399
Home equity	341		127		—		767		1,235		61,783		63,018
Commercial:
Secured	—		—		—		58		58		75,912		75,970
Unsecured	—		20		—		21		41		133,441		133,482
Real estate construction and land loans	—		—		—		—		—		46,981		46,981
Installment/consumer loans	5		6		—		—		11		9,276		9,287
Total loans	$	1,002	$	547	$	1	$	3,821	$	5,371	$	1,006,154	$	1,011,525

Impaired Loans

As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company had impaired loans as defined by FASB ASC No. 310, “Receivables” of $6.9 million and $8.9 million, respectively. For a loan to be considered impaired, management determines after review whether it is probable that the Bank will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Management applies its normal loan review procedures in making these judgments. Impaired loans include individually classified nonaccrual loans and troubled debt restructured (“TDR”) loans. For impaired loans, the Bank evaluates the impairment of the loan in accordance with FASB ASC 310-10-35-22. Impairment is determined based on the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate. For loans that are collateral dependent, the fair value of the collateral is used to determine the fair value of the loan. The fair value of the collateral is determined based upon recent appraised values. The fair value of the collateral or present value of expected cash flows is compared to the carrying value to determine if any write-down or specific loan

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loss allowance allocation is required. These methods of fair value measurement for impaired loans are considered level 3 within the fair value hierarchy described in FASB ASC 820-10-50-5.

For individually impaired loans, the following tables set forth by class of loans at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 the recorded investment, unpaid principal balance and related allowance. The tables also set forth the average recorded investment of individually impaired loans and interest income recognized while the loans were impaired during the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:



							Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	September 30, 2014						September 30, 2014				September 30, 2014
(In thousands)	Recorded Investment		Unpaid Principal Balance		Related Allocated Allowance		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
With no related allowance recorded:
Commercial real estate:
Owner occupied	$	3,619	$	3,761	$	—	$	3,909	$	28	$	4,010	$	85
Non-owner occupied	1,206		1,523		—		959		16		964		48
Residential real estate:
Residential mortgages	763		1,562		—		815		—		834		—
Home equity	612		1,077		—		651		—		691		—
Commercial:
Secured	348		348		—		351		6		356		19
Unsecured	276		276		—		196		3		177		9
Total with no related allowance recorded	$	6,824	$	8,547	$	—	$	6,881	$	53	$	7,032	$	161

With an allowance recorded:
Residential real estate - Home equity	74		89		74		74		—		76		—
Total with an allowance recorded:	$	74	$	89	$	74	$	74	$	—	$	76	$	—

Total:
Commercial real estate:
Owner occupied	$	3,619	$	3,761	$	—	$	3,909	$	28	$	4,010	$	85
Non-owner occupied	1,206		1,523		—		959		16		964		48
Residential real estate:
Residential mortgages	763		1,562		—		815		—		834		—
Home equity	686		1,166		74		725		—		767		—
Commercial:
Secured	348		348		—		351		6		356		19
Unsecured	276		276		—		196		3		177		9
Total	$	6,898	$	8,636	$	74	$	6,955	$	53	$	7,108	$	161

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							Three Months Ended				Nine Months Ended
	December 31, 2013						September 30, 2013				September 30, 2013
(In thousands)	Recorded Investment		Unpaid Principal Balance		Related Allocated Allowance		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
With no related allowance recorded:
Commercial real estate:
Owner occupied	$	3,696	$	3,805	$	—	$	3,715	$	29	$	3,740	$	88
Non-owner occupied	917		917		—		916		16		916		45
Residential real estate:
First lien	1,463		2,213		—		1,432		6		1,487		20
Home equity	689		1,046		—		898		—		870		—
Commercial:
Secured	352		352		—		450		7		457		20
Unsecured	174		—		—		237		2		243		4
Total with no related allowance recorded	7,291		8,333		—		7,648		60		7,713		177

With an allowance recorded:
Commercial real estate - Owner occupied	720		720		94		721		—		320		—
Commercial real estate - Non-owner occupied	617		617		22		617		—		481		—
Residential real estate - First lien	152		156		42		152		—		137		—
Residential real estate - Home equity	78		89		80		80		—		82		—
Commercial - Secured	—		—		—		—		—		—		—
Commercial - Unsecured	—		—		—		—		—		—		—
Total with an allowance recorded:	1,567		1,582		238		1,570		—		1,020		—

Total:
Commercial real estate:
Owner occupied	4,416		4,525		94		4,436		29		4,060		88
Non-owner occupied	1,534		1,534		22		1,533		16		1,397		45
Residential real estate:
First lien	1,615		2,369		42		1,584		6		1,624		20
Home equity	767		1,135		80		978		—		952		—
Commercial:
Secured	352		352		—		450		7		457		20
Unsecured	174		—		—		237		2		243		4
Total	$	8,858	$	9,915	$	238	$	9,218	$	60	$	8,733	$	177

The Bank had $0.6 million and $2.2 million other real estate owned at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

Troubled Debt Restructurings

The terms of certain loans were modified and are considered TDRs. The modification of the terms of such loans included one or a combination of the following: a reduction of the stated interest rate of the loan; an extension of the maturity date at a stated rate of interest lower than the current market rate for new debt with similar risk; or a permanent reduction of the recorded investment in the loan. The modification of these loans involved a loan to borrowers who were experiencing financial difficulties.

In order to determine whether a borrower is experiencing financial difficulty, an evaluation is performed to determine if that borrower is currently in payment default under any of its obligations or whether there is a probability that the borrower will be in payment default on any of its debt in the foreseeable future without the modification. This evaluation is performed under the Company’s internal underwriting policy.

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, the bank modified one loan as a TDR totaling $0.1 million. During the three months ended September 30, 2013 there were no loans modified as a TDR and during the nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Bank modified three loans as TDRs totaling $0.7 million.

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There was a $0.05 million charge off related to TDRs during the quarter ending September 30, 2014. There were no loans modified as TDRs for which there was a payment default within twelve months following the modification for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. There was one non-owner occupied commercial real estate loan modified as a TDR for which there was a payment default within twelve months following the modification during the nine months ended September 30, 2013. A loan is considered to be in payment default once it is 30 days contractually past due under the modified terms.

As of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the Company had $1.0 million and $2.0 million, respectively of nonaccrual TDR loans and $4.7 million and $5.1 million, respectively of performing TDRs. At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, total nonaccrual TDR loans are secured with collateral that has an appraised value of $1.9 million and $2.3 million, respectively. Furthermore, the Bank has no commitment to lend additional funds to these debtors.

The terms of certain other loans were modified during the quarter ending September 30, 2014 that did not meet the definition of a TDR. These loans have a total recorded investment as of September 30, 2014 of $7.5 million. The modification of these loans involved a modification of the terms of loans to borrowers who were not experiencing financial difficulties.

Acquired FNBNY Loans

Loans acquired in a business combination are recorded at their fair value at the acquisition date. Credit discounts are included in the determination of fair value; therefore, an allowance for loan losses is not recorded at the acquisition date.

In determining the acquisition date fair value of purchased loans, acquired loans are aggregated into pools of loans with common characteristics. Each loan is reviewed at acquisition to determine if it should be accounted for as a loan that has experienced credit deterioration and it is probable that at acquisition, the Company will not be able to collect all the contractual principle and interest due from the borrower. All loans with evidence of deterioration in credit quality are considered purchased credit impaired (“PCI”) loans unless the loan type is specifically excluded from the scope of ASC 310-30 “Loans and Debt Securities Acquired with Deteriorated Credit Quality,” such as loans with active revolver features or because management has minimal doubt in the collection of the loan. This policy is based on the following general themes;

1. The loans were acquired in a business combination;

2. The acquisition of the loans will result in recognition of a discount attributable, at least in part, to credit quality; and

3. The loans are not subsequently accounted for at fair value

The Bank makes an estimate of the loans’ contractual principal and contractual interest payments as well as the total cash flows it expects to collect from the pools of loans, which includes undiscounted expected principal and interest. The excess of contractual amounts over the total cash flows expected to be collected from the loans is referred to as non-accretable difference, which is not accreted into income. The excess of the expected undiscounted cash flows over the fair value of the loans is referred to as accretable discount. Accretable discount is recognized as interest income on a level-yield basis over the life of the loans. Management has not included prepayment assumptions in its modeling of contractual or expected cash flows. The Bank continues to estimate cash flows expected to be collected over the life of the loans. Subsequent increases in total cash flows expected to be collected are recognized as an adjustment to the accretable yield with the amount of periodic accretion adjusted over the remaining life of the loans. Subsequent decreases in cash flows expected to be collected over the life of the loans are recognized as impairment in the current period through allowance for loan losses.

A PCI loan may be resolved either through a sale of the loan, by working with the customer and obtaining partial or full repayment, by short sale of the collateral, or by foreclosure. When a loan accounted for in a pool is resolved, it is removed from the pool at its carrying amount. Any differences between the amounts received and the outstanding balance are absorbed by the non-accretable difference of the pool. For loans not accounted for in pools, a gain or loss on resolution would be recognized based on the difference between the proceeds received and the carrying amount of the loan.

Payments received earlier than expected or in excess of expected cash flows from sales or other resolutions may result in the carrying value of a pool being reduced to zero even though outstanding contractual balances and expected cash flows remain related to loans in the pool. Once the carrying value of a pool is reduced to zero, any future proceeds, which may include cash or real estate acquired in foreclosure, from the remaining loans, representing further realization of accretable yield, are recognized as interest income upon receipt.

At the acquisition date, the purchased credit impaired loans had contractually required principal and interest payments receivable of $40.6 million; expected cash flows of $26.6 million; and a fair value (initial carrying amount) of $20.2 million. The difference between the contractually required principal and interest payments receivable and the expected cash flows ($14.0 million) represented the non-accretable difference. The difference between the expected cash flows and fair value ($6.4) million represented the initial

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accretable yield. At September 30, 2014, the carrying amount of the purchased credit impaired loans was $13.7 million with a remaining non-accretable difference of $11.3 million. At September 30, 2014, the remaining carrying amount of the purchased credit impaired loans from the Hamptons State Bank (HSB) acquisition was $0.6 million and the remaining accretable discount was $0.3 million.

The following table summarizes the activity in the accretable yield for the FNBNY purchased credit impaired loans for the nine months ended September 30, 2014:

	Nine Months Ended
(In thousands)	September 30, 2014
Balance at February 14, 2014	$	6,458
Accretion	(1,213		)
Reclassification from (to) nonaccretable difference during the period	812
Accretable discount at end of period	$	6,057

7. ALLOWANCE FOR LOAN LOSSES

The allowance for loan losses is established and maintained through a provision for loan losses based on probable incurred losses inherent in the Bank’s loan portfolio. Management evaluates the adequacy of the allowance on a quarterly basis. The allowance is comprised of both individual valuation allowances and loan pool valuation allowances.

The Bank monitors its entire loan portfolio on a regular basis, with consideration given to detailed analysis of classified loans, repayment patterns, probable incurred losses, past loss experience, current economic conditions, and various types of concentrations of credit. Additions to the allowance are charged to expense and realized losses, net of recoveries, are charged to the allowance.

Individual valuation allowances are established in connection with specific loan reviews and the asset classification process including the procedures for impairment testing under FASB Accounting Standard Codification (“ASC”) No. 310, “Receivables”. Such valuation, which includes a review of loans for which full collectibility in accordance with contractual terms is not reasonably assured, considers the estimated fair value of the underlying collateral less the costs to sell, if any, or the present value of expected future cash flows, or the loan’s observable market value. Any shortfall that exists from this analysis results in a specific allowance for the loan. Pursuant to our policy, loan losses must be charged-off in the period the loans, or portions thereof, are deemed uncollectible. Assumptions and judgments by management, in conjunction with outside sources, are used to determine whether full collectibility of a loan is not reasonably assured. These assumptions and judgments are also used to determine the estimates of the fair value of the underlying collateral or the present value of expected future cash flows or the loan’s observable market value. Individual valuation allowances could differ materially as a result of changes in these assumptions and judgments. Individual loan analyses are periodically performed on specific loans considered impaired. The results of the individual valuation allowances are aggregated and included in the overall allowance for loan losses.

Loan pool valuation allowances represent loss allowances that have been established to recognize the inherent risks associated with our lending activities, but which, unlike individual allowances, have not been allocated to particular problem assets. Pool evaluations are broken down into loans with homogenous characteristics by loan type and include commercial real estate mortgages, multi-family mortgage loans, home equity loans, residential real estate mortgages, commercial and industrial loans, real estate construction and land loans and consumer loans. The determination of the adequacy of the valuation allowance is a process that takes into consideration a variety of factors. The Bank has developed a range of valuation allowances necessary to adequately provide for probable incurred losses inherent in each pool of loans. We consider our own charge-off history along with the growth in the portfolio as well as the Bank’s credit administration and asset management philosophies and procedures when determining the allowances for each pool. In addition, we evaluate and consider the credit’s risk rating which includes management’s evaluation of: cash flow, collateral, guarantor support, financial disclosures, industry trends and strength of borrowers’ management, the impact that economic and market conditions may have on the portfolio as well as known and inherent risks in the portfolio. Finally, we evaluate and consider the allowance ratios and coverage percentages of both peer group and regulatory agency data. These evaluations are inherently subjective because, even though they are based on objective data, it is management’s interpretation of that data that determines the amount of the appropriate allowance. If the evaluations prove to be incorrect, the allowance for loan losses may not be sufficient to cover losses inherent in the loan portfolio, resulting in additions to the allowance for loan losses.

For purchased credit impaired loans, a valuation allowance is established when it is probable that the Bank will be unable to collect all the cash flows expected at acquisition plus additional cash flows expected to be collected arising from changes in estimate after acquisition. A specific allowance is established when subsequent evaluations of expected cash flows from purchased credit impaired loans reflect a decrease in those estimates.

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The Bank uses assumptions and methodologies that are relevant to estimating the level of impairment and probable losses in the loan portfolio. To the extent that the data supporting such assumptions has limitations, management’s judgment and experience play a key role in recording the allowance estimates. Additions to the allowance for loan losses are made by provisions charged to earnings. Furthermore, an improvement in the expected cash flows related to purchased credit impaired loans would result in a reduction of the required specific allowance with a corresponding credit to the provision.

The Credit Risk Management Committee is comprised of Bank management. The adequacy of the allowance is analyzed quarterly, with any adjustment to a level deemed appropriate by the Credit Risk Management Committee, based on its risk assessment of the entire portfolio. Each quarter, members of the Credit Risk Management Committee meet with the Credit Risk Committee of the Board to review credit risk trends and the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses. Based on the Credit Risk Management Committee’s review of the classified loans and the overall allowance levels as they relate to the loan portfolio at September 30, 2014, management believes the allowance for loan losses has been established at levels sufficient to cover the probable incurred losses in the Bank’s loan portfolio. Future additions or reductions to the allowance may be necessary based on changes in economic, market or other conditions. Changes in estimates could result in a material change in the allowance. In addition, various regulatory agencies, as an integral part of the examination process, periodically review the allowance for loan losses. Such agencies may require the Bank to recognize adjustments to the allowance based on their judgments of the information available to them at the time of their examination.

The following table represents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio segment, as defined under ASC 310-10, and based on impairment method as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. Additionally, the following tables represent the changes in the allowance for loan losses for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, and the twelve month period ended December 31, 2013, by portfolio segment, as defined under ASC 310-10. The loan segment represents the categories that the Bank develops to determine its allowance for loan losses.

	For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2014
(In thousands)	Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Loans			Multi- Family		Residential Real Estate Mortgage Loans			Commercial, Financial and Agricultural Loans			Real Estate Construction and Land Loans			Installment/ Consumer Loans			Total
Allowance for Loan Losses:
Beginning balance	$	6,675		$	2,097	$	2,525		$	4,190		$	1,035		$	158		$	16,680
Charge-offs	(50		)	—		(134		)	(5		)	—			(1		)	(190		)
Recoveries	—			—		12			15			—			—			27
Provision	248			352		(29		)	46			(93		)	(24		)	500
Ending Balance	$	6,873		$	2,449	$	2,374		$	4,246		$	942		$	133		$	17,017

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	For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014
(In thousands)	Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Loans			Multi- Family		Residential Real Estate Mortgage Loans			Commercial, Financial and Agricultural Loans			Real Estate Construction and Land Loans			Installment/ Consumer Loans			Total
Allowance for Loan Losses:
Beginning balance	$	6,279		$	1,597	$	2,712		$	4,006		$	1,206		$	201		$	16,001
Charge-offs	(460		)	—		(184		)	(103		)	—			(2		)	(749		)
Recoveries	—			—		32			32			—			1			65
Provision	1,054			852		(186		)	311			(264		)	(67		)	1,700
Ending Balance	$	6,873		$	2,449	$	2,374		$	4,246		$	942		$	133		$	17,017

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment	$	—		$	—	$	74		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	74

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment	$	6,873		$	2,449	$	2,300		$	4,246		$	942		$	133		$	16,943

Ending balance: loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—

Loans	$	560,157		$	197,062	$	156,880		$	266,668		$	51,301		$	9,519		$	1,241,587

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment	$	4,824		$	—	$	1,449		$	625		$	—		$	—		$	6,898

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment	$	545,815		$	197,062	$	154,566		$	262,101		$	51,301		$	9,519		$	1,220,364

Ending balance: loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality (1)	$	9,518		$	—	$	865		$	3,942		$	—		$	—		$	14,325

(1) Includes loans acquired on February 14, 2014 from FNBNY.

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	For the Year Ended December 31, 2013
(In thousands)	Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Loans		Multi- Family		Residential Real Estate Mortgage Loans			Commercial, Financial and Agricultural Loans			Real Estate Construction and Land Loans			Installment/ Consumer Loans			Total
Allowance for Loan Losses:
Beginning balance	$	4,445	$	1,239	$	2,803		$	4,349		$	1,375		$	228		$	14,439
Charge-offs	—		—		(420		)	(420		)	(23		)	(53		)	(916		)
Recoveries	—		—		34			87			2			5			128
Provision	1,834		358		295			(10		)	(148		)	21			2,350
Ending Balance	$	6,279	$	1,597	$	2,712		$	4,006		$	1,206		$	201		$	16,001

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment	$	116	$	—	$	122		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	238

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment	$	6,163	$	1,597	$	2,590		$	4,006		$	1,206		$	201		$	15,763

Ending balance: loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality	$	—	$	—	$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—

Loans	$	484,900	$	107,488	$	153,417		$	209,452		$	46,981		$	9,287		$	1,011,525

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment	$	5,950	$	—	$	2,382		$	526		$	—		$	—		$	8,858

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment	$	478,129	$	107,488	$	151,035		$	208,677		$	46,641		$	9,287		$	1,001,257

Ending balance: loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality	$	821	$	—	$	—		$	249		$	340		$	—		$	1,410

	For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2013
(In thousands)	Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Loans		Multi-Family		Residential Real Estate Mortgage Loans		Commercial, Financial and Agricultural Loans			Real Estate Construction and Land Loans			Installment/ Consumer Loans			Total
Allowance for Loan Losses:
Beginning balance	$	5,200	$	1,430	$	2,691	$	3,995		$	1,602		$	212		$	15,130
Charge-offs	—		—		—		(152		)	—			(3		)	(155		)
Recoveries	—		—		1		6			—			1			8
Provision	540		200		124		9			(356		)	(17		)	500
Ending Balance	$	5,740	$	1,630	$	2,816	$	3,858		$	1,246		$	193		$	15,483

	For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2013
(In thousands)	Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Loans		Multi-Family		Residential Real Estate Mortgage Loans			Commercial, Financial and Agricultural Loans			Real Estate Construction and Land Loans			Installment/ Consumer Loans			Total
Allowance for Loan Losses:
Beginning balance	$	4,445	$	1,239	$	2,803		$	4,349		$	1,375		$	228		$	14,439
Charge-offs	—		—		(201		)	(412		)	(22		)	(53		)	(688		)
Recoveries	—		—		4			73			2			3			82
Provision	1,295		391		210			(152		)	(109		)	15			1,650
Ending Balance	$	5,740	$	1,630	$	2,816		$	3,858		$	1,246		$	193		$	15,483

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8. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The Bank maintains a noncontributory pension plan covering all eligible employees. The Bank uses a December 31st measurement date for this plan in accordance with FASB ASC 715-30 “Compensation — Retirement Benefits — Defined Benefit Plans — Pension.” During 2012, the Company amended the pension plan revising the formula for determining benefits effective January 1, 2013, except for certain grandfathered employees. Additionally, new employees hired on or after October 1, 2012 are not eligible for the pension plan.

During 2001, the Bank adopted the Bridgehampton National Bank Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“SERP”). The SERP provides benefits to certain employees, as recommended by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors and approved by the full Board of Directors, whose benefits under the pension plan are limited by the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. The benefit under the SERP is equal to the additional amount the employee would be entitled to under the Pension Plan and the 401(k) Plan in the absence of such Internal Revenue Code limitations. The assets of the SERP are held in a rabbi trust to maintain the tax-deferred status of the plan and are subject to the general, unsecured creditors of the Company. As a result, the assets of the trust are reflected on the Consolidated Balance Sheets of the Company.

There were $1.4 million of contributions made to the pension plan and no contributions made to the SERP during the nine months ended September 30, 2014. In accordance with the SERP, a retired executive received a distribution from the Plan totaling $84,000 during the nine months ended September 30, 2014.

The Company’s funding policy with respect to its benefit plans is to contribute at least the minimum amounts required by applicable laws and regulations.

The following table sets forth the components of net periodic benefit cost and other amounts recognized in Other Comprehensive Income:

	Three months ended September 30,										Nine months ended September 30,
	Pension Benefits						SERP Benefits				Pension Benefits						SERP Benefits
(In thousands)	2014			2013			2014		2013		2014			2013			2014		2013
Service cost	$	229		$	235		$	33	$	38	$	681		$	697		$	98	$	112
Interest cost	161			142			22		19		479			421			66		57
Expected return on plan assets	(411		)	(349		)	—		—		(1,219		)	(1,036		)	—		—
Amortization of net loss	7			82			—		4		20			243			—		11
Amortization of unrecognized prior service cost	(19		)	(19		)	—		—		(58		)	(58		)	—		—
Amortization of unrecognized transition obligation	—			—			7		7		—			—			21		21
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	$	(33	)	$	91		$	62	$	68	$	(97	)	$	267		$	185	$	201

9. SECURITIES SOLD UNDER AGREEMENTS TO REPURCHASE

At September 30, 2014, September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2013, securities sold under agreements to repurchase totaled $11.8 million, $11.3 million, and $11.4 million, respectively, and were secured by U.S. GSE, residential mortgage-backed securities and residential collateralized mortgage obligations with a carrying amount of $14.4 million, $16.4 million and $17.5 million, respectively.

Securities sold under agreements to repurchase are financing arrangements with $1.8 million maturing during the fourth quarter of 2014 and $10.0 million maturing during the first quarter of 2015. At maturity, the securities underlying the agreements are returned to the Company. Information concerning the securities sold under agreements to repurchase is summarized as follows:

	For the nine months ended						For the year ended
(Dollars in thousands)	September 30, 2014			September 30, 2013			December 31, 2013
Average daily balance	$	11,581		$	11,975		$	11,770
Average interest rate	3.21		%	3.12		%	3.17		%
Maximum month-end balance	$	12,045		$	12,903		$	12,903
Weighted average interest rate	3.18		%	3.07		%	3.13		%

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10. FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK ADVANCES

The following table sets forth the contractual maturities and weighted average interest rates of FHLB advances for each of the next five years at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013:

	September 30, 2014
Contractual Maturity	Amount		Weighted Average Rate
(Dollars in thousands)
Overnight	$	7,000	0.30	%

2014	114,507		0.33	%
2015	1,516		0.09	%
2016	11,730		0.69	%
2017	—		—
2018	16,202		0.99	%
	143,955		0.43	%
	$	150,955	0.42	%

	December 31, 2013
Contractual Maturity	Amount		Weighted Average Rate
(Dollars in thousands)
Overnight	$	58,000	0.40	%

2014	40,000		0.46	%
	40,000		0.46	%
	$	98,000	0.42	%

Each advance is payable at its maturity date, with a prepayment penalty for fixed rate advances. The advances were collateralized by $376.2 million and $336.6 million of residential and commercial mortgage loans under a blanket lien arrangement at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. Based on this collateral and the Company’s holdings of FHLB stock, the Company is eligible to borrow up to a total of $665.9 million at September 30, 2014.

11. JUNIOR SUBORDINATED DEBENTURES

In December 2009, the Company completed the private placement of $16.0 million in aggregate liquidation amount of 8.50% cumulative convertible trust preferred securities (the “TPS”), through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Bridge Statutory Capital Trust II. The TPS have a liquidation amount of $1,000 per security and are convertible into our common stock, at an effective conversion price of $31 per share. The TPS mature in 30 years but are callable by the Company at par any time after September 30, 2014.

The Company issued $16.0 million of junior subordinated debentures (the “Debentures”) to the trust in exchange for ownership of all of the common security of the trust and the proceeds of the preferred securities sold by the trust. In accordance with current accounting guidance, the trust is not consolidated in the Company’s financial statements, but rather the Debentures are shown as a liability. The Debentures bear interest at a fixed rate equal to 8.50% and mature on December 31, 2039. Consistent with regulatory requirements, the interest payments may be deferred for up to five years, and are cumulative. The Debentures have the same prepayment provisions as the TPS.

The Debentures are included in Tier I capital (with certain limitations applicable) under current regulatory guidelines and interpretations.

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12. DERIVATIVES

Cash Flow Hedges of Interest Rate Risk

The Company utilizes interest rate swap agreements as part of its asset liability management strategy to help manage its interest rate risk position. The notional amount of the interest rate swap does not represent amounts exchanged by the parties. The amount exchanged is determined by reference to the notional amount and the other terms of the individual interest rate swap agreements.

Interest rate swaps with notional amounts totaling $75.0 million and $50.0 million as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively, were designated as cash flow hedges of certain Federal Home Loan Bank advances and repurchase agreements. The swaps were determined to be fully effective during the periods presented and therefore no amount of ineffectiveness has been included in net income. The aggregate fair value of the swaps is recorded in other assets/(other liabilities) with changes in fair value recorded in other comprehensive income (loss). The amount included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) would be reclassified to current earnings should the hedges no longer be considered effective. The Company expects the hedges to remain fully effective during the remaining term of the swaps.

The following table presents summary information about the interest rate swaps designated as a cash flow hedge as of September 30, 2014 and 2013 and December 31, 2013.

	For the nine months ended						For the year ended
(Dollars in thousands)	September 30, 2014			September 30, 2013			December 31, 2013
Notional amounts	$	75,000		$	50,000		$	50,000
Weighted average pay rates	1.39		%	1.39		%	1.39		%
Weighted average receive rates	0.23		%	0.26		%	0.24		%
Weighted average maturity	4.11 years			4.81 years			4.56 years
Unrealized gains (losses)	$	(338	)	$	(438	)	$	(164	)

Interest expense recorded on this swap transaction totaled $351,000 and $153,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, respectively, and is reported as a component of interest expense on FHLB Advances.

The following table presents the net gains (losses) recorded, net of tax, in accumulated other comprehensive income and the Consolidated Statements of Income relating to the cash flow derivative instruments for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013.

	2014
	Amount of gain			Amount of gain		Amount of gain (loss)
	(loss) recognized			(loss) reclassified		recognized in other
	in OCI			from OCI to		non-interest income
(In thousands)	(Effective Portion)			interest income		(Ineffective Portion)
Interest rate contracts	$	(204	)	$	—	$	—

	2013
	Amount of gain			Amount of gain		Amount of gain (loss)
	(loss) recognized			(loss) reclassified		recognized in other
	in OCI			from OCI to		non-interest income
(In thousands)	(Effective Portion)			interest income		(Ineffective Portion)
Interest rate contracts	$	(264	)	$	—	$	—

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The following table reflects the cash flow hedge included in the Consolidated Balance Sheet:

	September 30, 2014					December 31, 2013
	Notional		Fair			Notional		Fair
(In thousands)	Amount		Value			Amount		Value
Included in other assets/(liabilities):
Interest rate swaps related to FHLB Advances	$	40,000	$	(64	)	$	40,000	$	(122	)
Forward starting interest rate swap related to repurchase agreements	$	10,000	$	(280	)	$	10,000	$	(42	)
Forward starting interest rate swap related to FHLB Advances	$	25,000	$	6		$	—	$	—

Non-designated Hedges

Derivatives not designated as hedges may be used to manage the Company’s exposure to interest rate movements or to provide service to customers but do not meet the requirements for hedge accounting under U.S. GAAP. The Company executes interest rate swaps with commercial lending customers to facilitate their respective risk management strategies. These interest rate swaps with customers are simultaneously offset by interest rate swaps that the Company executes with a third party in order to minimize the net risk exposure resulting from such transactions.

On August 21, 2014, the Company entered into four interest-rate swap agreements with a combined notional amount of $11.2 million. These interest-rate swap agreements do not qualify for hedge accounting treatment, and therefore changes in fair value are reported in current year earnings.

The following table presents summary information about these interest rate swaps as of September 30, 2014:

	For the nine months ended
(Dollars in thousands)	September 30, 2014
Notional amounts	$	11,175
Weighted average pay rates	3.27		%
Weighted average receive rates	3.27		%
Weighted average maturity	9.89 years
Fair value of combined interest rate swaps	$	—

13. OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

Other comprehensive income (loss) components and related income tax effects were as follows:

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended
(In thousands)	September 30, 2014			September 30, 2013			September 30, 2014			September 30, 2013
Unrealized holding (losses) gains on available for sale securities	$	(1,338	)	$	(3,699	)	$	10,118		$	(18,213	)
Reclassification adjustment for (gains) losses realized in income	(9		)	(11		)	1,119			(659		)
Income tax effect	534			1,473			(4,460		)	7,492
Net change in unrealized (losses) gains on available for sale securities	(813		)	(2,237		)	6,777			(11,380		)

Change in post-retirement obligation	(5		)	73			(17		)	218
Income tax effect	2			(29		)	7			(86		)
Net change in post-retirement obligation	(3		)	44			(10		)	132

Change in fair value of derivatives used for cash flow hedges	402			(549		)	(174		)	(262		)
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in income	—			—			—			—
Income tax effect	(160		)	218			69			104
Net change in unrealized gains (losses) on cash flow hedges	242			(331		)	(105		)	(158		)

Total	$	(574	)	$	(2,524	)	$	6,662		$	(11,406	)

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The following is a summary of the accumulated other comprehensive income balances, net of income tax:

	Balance as of						Balance as of
	December 31,			Current Period			September 30,
(In thousands)	2013			Change			2014
Unrealized (losses) gains on available for sale securities	$	(11,994	)	$	6,777		$	(5,217	)
Unrealized losses on pension benefits	(1,143		)	(10		)	(1,153		)
Unrealized losses on cash flow hedges	(99		)	(105		)	(204		)
Total	$	(13,236	)	$	6,662		$	(6,574	)

The following represents the reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013:

	Three Months Ended						Nine Months Ended						Affected Line Item
(In thousands)	September 30, 2014			September 30, 2013			September 30, 2014			September 30, 2013			in the Consolidated Statements of Income
Unrealized gains (losses) on available for sale securities:
Realized gains (losses) on sale of available for sale securities	$	9		$	11		$	(1,119	)	$	659		Net securities (losses) gains
Income tax effect	(4		)	(4		)	444			(262		)	Income tax expense
Net of income tax	$	5		$	7		$	(675	)	$	397

Amortization of defined benefit pension plan and the defined benefit plan component of the SERP:
Prior service credit (cost)	$	19		$	19		$	58		$	58		Salaries and employee benefits
Transition obligation	(7		)	(7		)	(21		)	(21		)	Salaries and employee benefits
Actuarial losses	(7		)	(86		)	(20		)	(254		)	Salaries and employee benefits
	$	5		$	(74	)	$	17		$	(217	)
Income tax effect	(2		)	29			(7		)	86			Income tax expense
Net of income tax	$	3		$	(45	)	$	10		$	(131	)

Total reclassifications, net of tax	$	8		$	(38	)	$	(665	)	$	266

14. BUSINESS COMBINATIONS

On September 30, 2013, the Company announced a definitive agreement under which the Bank would acquire the First National Bank of New York (“FNBNY”). The FNBNY transaction closed on February 14, 2014 resulting in the addition of total acquired assets on a fair value basis of $209.9 million, with loans of $87.4 million, investment securities of $103.2 million and deposits of $169.9 million. The transaction expanded our geographic footprint into Nassau County, complements our existing branch network and enhances our asset generation capabilities. The expanded branch network allows us to serve a greater portion of the Long Island and metropolitan marketplace through a network of 27 branches.

Under the terms of the Agreement, the Company acquired FNBNY at a purchase price of $6.1 million and issued an aggregate of 240,598 Bridge Bancorp shares in exchange for all the issued and outstanding stock of FNBNY and recorded goodwill of $8.7 million which is not deductible for tax purposes. The purchase price is subject to certain post-closing adjustments equal to 60 percent of the net recoveries of principal on $6.3 million of certain identified problem loans over a two-year period after the acquisition. Based on current assumptions, the Company has not recorded an estimated liability as of the acquisition date and June 30, 2014 associated with these post-closing adjustments.

The acquisition was accounted for under the acquisition method of accounting in accordance with FASB ASC 805, “Business Combinations.” Accordingly, the assets acquired and liabilities assumed were recorded at their respective acquisition date fair values, and identifiable intangible assets were recorded at fair value. The operating results of the Company for the nine month period ended September 30, 2014 include the operating results of FNBNY since the acquisition date of February 14, 2014.

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The following summarizes the preliminary fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed on February 14, 2014:

				Measurement
	As Initially			Period
(In thousands)	Reported			Adjustments			As Adjusted
Cash and due from banks	$	1,883		$	—		$	1,883
Interest earning deposits with banks	1,044			—			1,044
Securities	103,192			—			103,192
Loans	87,390			711			88,101
Premises and equipment	1,787			—			1,787
Core deposit intangible	1,930			(979		)	951
Other assets	12,682			613			13,295
Total Assets Acquired	$	209,908		$	345		$	210,253

Deposits	$	169,873		$	—		$	169,873
Federal Home Loan Bank term advances	39,282			—			39,282
Unsecured debt	1,450			—			1,450
Other liabilities and accrued expenses	1,825			317			2,142
Total Liabilities Assumed	$	212,430		$	317		$	212,747

Net Assets Acquired/(Liabilities Assumed)	(2,522		)	28			(2,494		)
Consideration Paid	6,140			—			6,140
Goodwill Recorded on Acquisition	$	8,662		$	(28	)	$	8,634

The above fair values are final with the exception of loans, contingent consideration and contingent liabilities which are subject to adjustment as the Company finalizes fair value assessments. In accordance with FASB ASC 805-10 (Subtopic 25-15), the Company has up to one year from date of acquisition to complete this assessment.

15. RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

In May 2014, the FASB issued an update (ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers) creating FASB Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. The guidance in this update affects any entity that either enters into contracts with customers to transfer goods or services or enters into contracts for the transfer of nonfinancial assets unless those contracts are within the scope of other standards (for example, insurance contracts or lease contracts). The core principle of the guidance is that an entity should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The guidance provides steps to follow to achieve the core principle. An entity should disclose sufficient information to enable users of financial statements to understand the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. Qualitative and quantitative information is required about contracts with customers, significant judgments and changes in judgments, and assets recognized from the costs to obtain or fulfill a contract. The amendments in this update become effective for annual periods and interim periods within those annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016. We are currently evaluating the impact of adopting the new guidance on the consolidated financial statements.

In January 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-04, “Receivables — Trouble Debt Restructurings by Creditors (Subtopic 310-40): Reclassification of Residential Real Estate collateralized consumer Mortgage Loans upon Foreclosure.” ASU 2014-04 clarifies that an in substance repossession or foreclosure occurs, and a creditor is considered to have received physical possession of residential real estate property collateralizing a consumer mortgage loan, upon either (1) the creditor obtaining legal title to the residential real estate property upon completion of a foreclosure or (2) the borrower conveying all interest in the residential real estate property to the creditor to satisfy that loan through completion of a deed in lieu of foreclosure or through a similar legal agreement. Additionally, the amendments in this ASU require interim and annual disclosure of both the amount of foreclosed residential real estate property held by the creditor and the recorded investment in consumer mortgage loans. ASU 2014-04 is effective for annual periods, and interim periods within those annual periods, beginning after December 15, 2014. The adoption of ASU 2014-04 is not expected to have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Private Securities Litigation Reform Act Safe Harbor Statement

This report may contain statements relating to the future results of the Company (including certain projections and business trends) that are considered “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “PSLRA”). Such forward-looking statements, in addition to historical information, which involve risk and uncertainties, are based on the beliefs, assumptions and expectations of management of the Company. Words such as “expects,” “believes,” “should,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “will,” “potential,” “could,” “intend,” “may,” “outlook,” “predict,” “project,” “would,” “estimated,” “assumes,” “likely,” and variation of such similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, possible or assumed estimates with respect to the financial condition, expected or anticipated revenue, and results of operations and business of the Company, including earnings growth; revenue growth in retail banking, lending and other areas; origination volume in the consumer, commercial and other lending businesses; current and future capital management programs; non-interest income levels, including fees from the title abstract subsidiary and banking services as well as product sales; tangible capital generation; market share; expense levels; and other business operations and strategies. For this presentation, the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the PSLRA.

Factors that could cause future results to vary from current management expectations include, but are not limited to, changing economic conditions; legislative and regulatory changes, including increases in FDIC insurance rates; monetary and fiscal policies of the federal government; changes in tax policies; rates and regulations of federal, state and local tax authorities; changes in interest rates; deposit flows; the cost of funds; demands for loan products; demand for financial services; competition; changes in the quality and composition of the Bank’s loan and investment portfolios; changes in management’s business strategies; changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines, changes in real estate values; expanded regulatory requirements as a result of the Dodd-Frank Act, our ability to integrate the branches and operations we acquire, and the associated internal controls and regulatory functions, into our current operations which could adversely affect operating results; and other risk factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ending December 31, 2013 and elsewhere in this report. The forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this report, and the Company assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements.

Overview

Who We Are and How We Generate Income

Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”), a New York corporation, is a bank holding company formed in 1989. On a parent-only basis, the Company has had minimal results of operations. The Company is dependent on dividends from its wholly owned subsidiary, The Bridgehampton National Bank (the “Bank”), its own earnings, additional capital raised, and borrowings as sources of funds. The information in this report reflects principally the financial condition and results of operations of the Bank. The Bank’s results of operations are primarily dependent on its net interest income, which is mainly the difference between interest income on loans and investments and interest expense on deposits and borrowings. The Bank also generates non interest income, such as fee income on deposit accounts, merchant credit and debit card processing programs, investment services, income from its title abstract subsidiary, and net gains on sales of securities and loans. The level of its non-interest expenses, such as salaries and benefits, occupancy and equipment costs, other general and administrative expenses, expenses from its title insurance subsidiary, and income tax expense, further affects the Bank’s net income. Certain reclassifications have been made to prior year amounts and the related discussion and analysis to conform to the current year presentation. These reclassifications did not have an impact on net income or total stockholders’ equity.

Principal Products and Services and Locations of Operations

The Bank operates twenty seven branches in the primary market areas of Suffolk and Southern Nassau Counties, Long Island. Federally chartered in 1910, the Bank was founded by local farmers and merchants. For a century, the Bank has maintained its focus on building customer relationships in this market area. The mission of the Company is to grow through the provision of exceptional service to its customers, its employees, and the community. The Company strives to achieve excellence in financial performance and build long term shareholder value. The Bank engages in full service commercial and consumer banking business, including accepting time, savings and demand deposits from the consumers, businesses and local municipalities surrounding its branch offices. These deposits, together with funds generated from operations and borrowings, are invested primarily in: (1) commercial real estate loans; (2) multi-family mortgage loans; (3) home equity loans; (4) construction loans; (5) residential mortgage loans; (6) secured and unsecured commercial and consumer loans; (7) FHLB, FNMA, GNMA and FHLMC and non agency mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations and other asset backed securities; (8) New York State and local municipal obligations; and (9) U.S. government sponsored entity (“U.S. GSE”) securities. The Bank also offers the CDARS program, providing multi-millions of

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FDIC insurance on CD deposits to its customers. In addition, the Bank offers merchant credit and debit card processing, automated teller machines, cash management services, lockbox processing, online banking services, remote deposit capture, safe deposit boxes, individual retirement accounts and investment services through Bridge Financial Services, offering a full range of investment products and services through a third party broker dealer. Through its title insurance abstract subsidiary, the Bank acts as a broker for title insurance services. The Bank’s customer base is comprised principally of small businesses, municipal relationships and consumer relationships.

Quarterly Highlights

· Net income of $4.9 million and $0.42 per diluted share, as compared to net income of $3.1 million and $0.34 per diluted share for the third quarter of 2013.

· Net interest income increased to $17.4 million for the third quarter of 2014 compared to $13.0 million in 2013.

· Net interest margin was 3.45% for the third quarter of 2014 compared to 3.21% for the 2013 period.

· Total assets of $2.22 billion at September 30, 2014, increased $319.5 million or 17% compared to December 31, 2013 and increased $514.7 million or 30% compared to September 30, 2013. These increases include total assets of FNBNY acquired on February 14, 2014 of $210.0 million.

· Loans held for investment at September 30, 2014 of $1.24 billion increased $230.3 million or 23% over December 31, 2013 and increased $310.3 million or 33% over September 30, 2013. These increases include loans acquired in connection with the FNBNY acquisition.

· Deposits of $1.80 billion at September 30, 2014, increased $264.2 million or 17% over December 31, 2013 and increased $340.2 million or 23% compared to September 30, 2013. These increases include deposits acquired from FNBNY.

· Allowance for loan losses to total loans ratio, which was calculated inclusive of $68.5 million of FNBNY acquired loans, was 1.37% as of September 30, 2014 compared to 1.58% at December 31, 2013 and 1.66% at September 30, 2013.

· Tier 1 Capital increased by $41.7 million or 29% to $186.3 million as of September 30, 2014, compared to September 30, 2013.

· A cash dividend of $0.23 per share was declared in October 2014 for the third quarter.

Current Environment

On July 21, 2010, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (“Dodd-Frank Act”) was signed by the President. The Act permanently raised the current standard maximum deposit insurance amount to $250,000. Section 331(b) of the Dodd-Frank Act required the FDIC to change the definition of the assessment base from which assessment fees are determined. The new definition for the assessment base is the average consolidated total assets of the insured depository institution less the average tangible equity of the insured depository institution. The financial reform legislation, among other things, created a new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, tightened capital standards and resulted in new regulations that are expected to increase the cost of operations.

In July 2013, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the other federal bank regulatory agencies issued a final rule that will revise their leverage and risk-based capital requirements and the method for calculating risk-weighted assets to make them consistent with agreements that were reached by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision and certain provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act. Among other things, the rule establishes a new common equity Tier 1 minimum capital requirement (4.5% of risk-weighted assets), increases the minimum Tier 1 capital to risk-based assets requirement (from 4% to 6% of risk-weighted assets) and assigns a higher risk weight (150%) to exposures that are more than 90 days past due or are on nonaccrual status and to certain commercial real estate facilities that finance the acquisition, development or construction of real property. The final rule also requires unrealized gains and losses on certain “available-for-sale” securities holdings to be included for purposes of calculating regulatory capital unless a one-time opt-out is exercised. Additional constraints will also be imposed on the inclusion in regulatory capital of mortgage-servicing assets, defined tax assets and minority interests. The rule limits a banking organization’s capital distributions and certain discretionary bonus payments if the banking organization does not hold a “capital conservation buffer” consisting of 2.5% of common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets in addition to the amount necessary to meet its minimum risk-based capital requirements. The final rule becomes effective for the Bank on January 1, 2015. The capital conservation buffer requirement will be phased in beginning January 1, 2016 and ending January 1, 2019, when the full capital conservation buffer requirement will be effective.

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Since April 2010 the Federal Reserve has maintained the federal funds target rate between 0 and 25 basis points as an effort to foster employment. In June 2013, the Federal Open Market Committee (“FOMC”) announced it would continue purchasing agency mortgage-backed securities and longer term Treasury securities until certain improvements in the economy are achieved. These actions have resulted in a prolonged low interest rate environment reducing yields on interest earning assets and compressing the Company’s net interest margin. On October 29, 2014, the FOMC announced that it would conclude its asset purchase plan at the end of October 2014 but continue its existing policy of reinvesting principal payments from its holdings of agency debt and agency mortgage-backed securities and rolling over maturing Treasury securities at auction. The FOMC anticipates maintaining the federal funds target rate until the outlook for employment and inflation are in line with the Committee’s long term objectives.

Growth and service strategies have the potential to offset the compression on net interest margin with volume as the customer base grows through expanding the Bank’s footprint, while maintaining and developing existing relationships. Since 2008, the Bank has opened ten new branches, including the most recent branch opening in September 2014 in Bay Shore, New York. Most of the recent branch openings move the Bank geographically westward and demonstrate its commitment to traditional growth through branch expansion. Management will continue to seek opportunities to expand its reach into other contiguous markets by network expansion, or through the addition of professionals with established customer relationships. Additionally, in October 2014, the Bank successfully migrated its core processing applications from an outsourced environment to the Bank’s data center.

Challenges and Opportunities

As noted earlier, on February 14, 2014, the Company acquired FNBNY. This acquisition increases the Company’s scale and continues the westward expansion into three new markets including Melville (Suffolk County), and two branches in Nassau County; Massapequa and Merrick. To support this acquisition and future growth, the Company completed a public offering on October 8, 2013, with $37.5 million in net proceeds. While these proceeds provided capital to support the acquisition, the additional common shares outstanding negatively impacted earnings per share during the first and second quarter of 2014 and fourth quarter of 2013, respectively.

The Bank continues to face challenges associated with a fragile economic recovery, ever increasing regulations, and the current historically low interest rate environment. Over time, increases in rates should provide some relief to net interest margin compression as new loans are funded and securities are reinvested at higher rates. However, in the short term, the fair value of our available for sale securities declines when rates increase, resulting in net unrealized losses and a reduction in stockholders’ equity. Strategies for managing for the eventuality of higher rates have a cost. Extending liability maturities or shortening the tenor of assets increases interest expense and reduces interest income. An additional method for managing in a higher rate environment is to grow stable core deposits, requiring continued investment in people, technology and branches. Over time, the costs of these strategies should provide long term benefits.

New regulations required under Dodd-Frank continue to be issued and in July 2013, the regulatory agencies issued final capital rules under Basel III which become effective for our Company in January 2015. The final rules, while more favorable to community banks, require that all banks maintain higher levels of capital. Management believes the Bank’s current capital levels will meet these new requirements. These factors taken together present formidable challenges to the banking industry.

The key to delivering on the Company’s mission is combining its expanding branch network, improving technology, and experienced professionals with the critical element of local decision making. The successful expansion of the franchise’s geographic reach continues to deliver the desired results: increasing core deposits and loans, and generating higher levels of revenue and income.

Corporate objectives for 2014 include: successful integration of the operations of FNBNY; leveraging our expanding branch network to build customer relationships and grow loans and deposits; focusing on opportunities and processes that continue to enhance the customer experience at the Bank; improving operational efficiencies and prudent management of non-interest expense; and maximizing non-interest income through Bridge Abstract as well as other lines of business. Management believes there remain opportunities to grow the franchise and continued investments to generate core funding, quality loans and new sources of revenue, remain keys to continue creating long term shareholder value. During the first quarter of 2014, we completed the acquisition of FNBNY and converted their core systems in mid-February 2014. This added three branches in new markets; Melville, in Suffolk County and Massapequa and Merrick, our first two branches in Nassau County, along with a loan production office in Manhattan. The Bank also opened a loan production office in Riverhead, New York. Management remains committed to branch based banking and, during the third quarter 2014 opened our 27th branch in Bay Shore, New York. Additionally, the Company expects to open two new branches, one in Smithtown, New York, and one in Port Jefferson, New York during the fourth quarter of this year. The ability to attract, retain, train and cultivate employees at all levels of the Company remains significant to meeting corporate objectives. The Company has made great progress toward the achievement of these objectives, and avoided many of the problems facing other financial institutions as a result of maintaining discipline in its underwriting, expansion strategies, investing and general business practices. The Company has capitalized on opportunities presented by the market and diligently seeks opportunities for growth and to

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strengthen the franchise. The Company recognizes the potential risks of the current economic environment and will monitor the impact of market events as we consider growth initiatives and evaluate loans and investments. Management and the Board have built a solid foundation for growth and the Company is positioned to adapt to anticipated changes in the industry resulting from new regulations and legislative initiatives.

Critical Accounting Policies

Allowance for Loan Losses

Management considers the accounting policy on the allowance for loan losses to be the most critical and requires complex management judgment as discussed below. The judgments made regarding the allowance for loan losses can have a material effect on the results of operations of the Company.

Individual valuation allowances are established in connection with specific loan reviews and the asset classification process including the procedures for impairment testing under FASB Accounting Standard Codification (“ASC”) No. 310, “Receivables.” Such valuation, which includes a review of loans for which full collectibility in accordance with contractual terms is not reasonably assured, considers the estimated fair value of the underlying collateral less the costs to sell, if any, or the present value of expected future cash flows, or the loan’s observable market value. Any shortfall that exists from this analysis results in a specific allowance for the loan. Pursuant to our policy, loan losses must be charged-off in the period the loans, or portions thereof, are deemed uncollectible. Assumptions and judgments by management, in conjunction with outside sources, are used to determine whether full collectibility of a loan is not reasonably assured. These assumptions and judgments are also used to determine the estimates of the fair value of the underlying collateral or the present value of expected future cash flows or the loan’s observable market value. Individual valuation allowances could differ materially as a result of changes in these assumptions and judgments. Individual loan analyses are periodically performed on specific loans considered impaired. The results of the individual valuation allowances are aggregated and included in the overall allowance for loan losses.

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Furthermore, an improvement in the expected cash flows related to purchased credit impaired loans would result in a reduction of the required specific allowance with a corresponding credit to the provision.

Net Income

Net income for the three months ended September 30, 2014 was $4.9 million and $0.42 per diluted share as compared to $3.1 million and $0.34 per diluted share for the same period in 2013. The increase in net income reflects growth in both net interest income and non-interest income, partially offset by increased operating expenses. Changes for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to September 30, 2013 include: (i) a $4.3 million or 33.1% increase in net interest income as a result of growth in interest earning assets primarily related to loans and investments; (ii) a $0.5 million or 24.4% increase in non-interest income related to service fees and income on Bank Owned Life Insurance; (iii) a $2.2 million or 22.6% increase in total non-interest expense primarily related to an increase of $1.4 million in salary and employee benefits, an increase in occupancy and equipment of $0.6 million and a $0.2 million increase in marketing, technology and other operating costs. The increases in non-interest expense reflect costs associated with the new Bay Shore branch, acquired branches, loan production offices in NYC and Riverhead, and the new Internet banking platform. The effective income tax rate was 33.6% for the quarter ended September 30, 2014 compared to 34.2% for the same period last year.

Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 was $9.6 million and $0.83 per diluted share and included (i) $3.1 million in acquisition costs, net of tax, associated with the FNBNY acquisition and branch restructuring charges related to a branch relocation and; (ii) $0.7 million of losses, net of tax, on the sales of securities resulting from repositioning of the securities portfolio to mitigate interest rate risk as compared to $9.5 million and $1.04 per diluted share for the same period in 2013. Other changes for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to September 30, 2013 include: (i) a $12.4 million or 33.3% increase in net interest income as a result of growth in interest earning assets primarily related to loans and investments; (ii) a $0.1 million or 3.0% increase in the provision for loan losses; (iii) a $1.0 million or 14.7% decrease in total non-interest income related to higher securities losses of $1.8 million, partially offset by a $0.5 million increase in other income and $0.1 million increases in title fee income and service fees. The effective income tax rate was 33.5% for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to 32.9% for the same period last year.

Analysis of Net Interest Income

Net interest income, the primary contributor to earnings, represents the difference between income on interest earning assets and expenses on interest bearing liabilities. Net interest income depends upon the volume of interest earning assets and interest bearing liabilities and the interest rates earned or paid on them.

The following tables set forth certain information relating to the Company’s average consolidated balance sheets and its consolidated statements of income for the periods indicated and reflect the average yield on assets and average cost of liabilities for the periods indicated. Such yields and costs are derived by dividing income or expense by the average balance of assets or liabilities, respectively, for the periods shown. Average balances are derived from daily average balances and include nonaccrual loans. The yields and costs include fees, which are considered adjustments to yields. Interest on nonaccrual loans has been included only to the extent reflected in the consolidated statements of income. For purposes of this table, the average balances for investments in debt and equity securities exclude unrealized appreciation/depreciation due to the application of FASB ASC 320, “Investments - Debt and Equity Securities.”

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	Three months ended September 30,
	2014							2013
						Average							Average
	Average					Yield/		Average					Yield/
(In thousands)	Balance		Interest			Cost		Balance		Interest			Cost
Interest earning assets:
Loans, net (1)(2)	$	1,207,009	$	14,997		4.93	%	$	904,889	$	11,585		5.08	%
Mortgage-backed securities, CMOs and other asset-backed securities	515,369		2,687			2.07		418,164		1,796			1.70
Tax exempt securities (2)	70,908		620			3.47		90,144		779			3.43
Taxable securities	215,662		1,126			2.07		226,742		1,020			1.78
Deposits with banks	12,404		8			0.26		8,645		7			0.32
Total interest earning assets	2,021,352		19,438			3.82		1,648,584		15,187			3.65
Non interest earning assets:
Cash and due from banks	40,308							37,013
Other assets	109,063							47,897
Total assets	$	2,170,723						$	1,733,494

Interest bearing liabilities:
Savings, NOW and money market deposits	$	1,034,088	$	808		0.31	%	$	857,582	$	905		0.42	%
Certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more	101,075		203			0.80		95,348		257			1.07
Other time deposits	61,339		111			0.72		38,614		86			0.88
Federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements	81,849		149			0.72		51,933		123			0.94
Federal Home Loan Bank advances	92,443		245			1.05		46,065		153			1.32
Junior Subordinated Debentures	16,002		341			8.45		16,002		341			8.45
Total interest bearing liabilities	1,386,796		1,857			0.53		1,105,544		1,865			0.67
Non-interest bearing liabilities:
Demand deposits	587,298							493,989
Other liabilities	18,192							8,305
Total liabilities	1,992,286							1,607,838
Stockholders’ equity	178,437							125,656
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	2,170,723						$	1,733,494

Net interest income/interest rate spread (3)			17,581			3.29	%			13,322			2.98	%

Net interest earning assets/net interest margin (4)	$	634,556				3.45	%	$	543,040				3.21	%

Ratio of interest earning assets to interest bearing liabilities						145.76	%						149.12	%

Less: Tax equivalent adjustment			(219		)					(274		)

Net interest income			$	17,362						$	13,048

(1)	Amounts are net of deferred origination costs/ (fees) and the allowance for loan loss.
(2)	The above table is presented on a tax equivalent basis.
(3)	Net interest rate spread represents the difference between the yield on average interest earning assets and the cost of average interest bearing liabilities.
(4)	Net interest margin represents net interest income divided by average interest earning assets.

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	Nine months ended September 30,
	2014							2013
						Average							Average
	Average					Yield/		Average					Yield/
(In thousands)	Balance		Interest			Cost		Balance		Interest			Cost
Interest earning assets:
Loans, net (1) (2)	$	1,143,019	$	42,383		4.96	%	$	860,213	$	33,438		5.20	%
Mortgage-backed securities, CMOs and other asset-backed securities	504,451		7,927			2.10		380,723		4,708			1.65
Tax exempt securities (2)	91,357		2,269			3.32		117,422		2,558			2.91
Taxable securities	222,525		3,503			2.10		208,972		2,926			1.87
Deposits with banks	11,804		23			0.26		9,332		20			0.29
Total interest earning assets	1,973,156		56,105			3.80		1,576,662		43,650			3.70
Non interest earning assets:
Cash and due from banks	39,198							33,078
Other assets	88,765							48,646
Total assets	$	2,101,119						$	1,658,386

Interest bearing liabilities:
Savings, NOW and money market deposits	$	992,411	$	2,446		0.33	%	$	816,503	$	2,648		0.43	%
Certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more	96,508		587			0.81		110,986		927			1.12
Other time deposits	59,425		327			0.74		38,853		257			0.88
Federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements	73,460		418			0.76		57,290		373			0.87
Federal Home Loan Bank advances	113,348		792			0.93		28,222		241			1.14
Junior Subordinated Debentures	16,002		1,024			8.56		16,002		1,024			8.56
Total interest bearing liabilities	1,351,154		5,594			0.55		1,067,856		5,470			0.68
Non-interest bearing liabilities:
Demand deposits	559,379							461,645
Other liabilities	14,229							7,214
Total liabilities	1,924,762							1,536,715
Stockholders’ equity	176,357							121,671
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	2,101,119						$	1,658,386

Net interest income/interest rate spread (3)			50,511			3.25	%			38,180			3.02	%

Net interest earning assets/net interest margin (4)	$	622,002				3.42	%	$	508,806				3.24	%

Ratio of interest earning assets to interest bearing liabilities						146.03	%						147.65	%

Less: Tax equivalent adjustment			(798		)					(898		)

Net interest income			$	49,713						$	37,282

(1)	Amounts are net of deferred origination costs/ (fees) and the allowance for loan loss.
(2)	The above table is presented on a tax equivalent basis.
(3)	Net interest rate spread represents the difference between the yield on average interest earning assets and the cost of average interest bearing liabilities.
(4)	Net interest margin represents net interest income divided by average interest earning assets.

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Rate/Volume Analysis

Net interest income can be analyzed in terms of the impact of changes in rates and volumes. The following table illustrates the extent to which changes in interest rates and in the volume of average interest earning assets and interest bearing liabilities have affected the Bank’s interest income and interest expense during the periods indicated. Information is provided in each category with respect to (i) changes attributable to changes in volume (changes in volume multiplied by prior rate); (ii) changes attributable to changes in rates (changes in rates multiplied by prior volume); and (iii) the net changes. For purposes of this table, changes which are not due solely to volume or rate changes have been allocated to these categories based on the respective percentage changes in average volume and rate. Due to the numerous simultaneous volume and rate changes during the periods analyzed, it is not possible to precisely allocate changes between volume and rates. In addition, average earning assets include nonaccrual loans.

	Three months ended September 30,									Nine months ended September 30,
	2014 Over 2013									2014 Over 2013
	Changes Due To									Changes Due To
(In thousands)	Volume			Rate			Net Change			Volume			Rate			Net Change
Interest income on interest earning assets:
Loans, net (1) (2)	$	5,629		$	(2,217	)	$	3,412		$	11,465		$	(2,520	)	$	8,945
Mortgage-backed securities, CMOs and other asset-backed securities	460			431			891			1,751			1,468			3,219
Tax exempt securities (2)	(219		)	60			(159		)	(766		)	477			(289		)
Taxable securities	(279		)	385			106			199			378			577
Deposits with banks	8			(7		)	1			6			(3		)	3
Total interest earning assets	5,599			(1,348		)	4,251			12,655			(200		)	12,455

Interest expense on interest bearing liabilities:
Savings, NOW and money market deposits	788			(885		)	(97		)	688			(890		)	(202		)
Certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more	89			(143		)	(54		)	(81		)	(259		)	(340		)
Other time deposits	113			(88		)	25			137			(67		)	70
Federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements	181			(155		)	26			118			(73		)	45
Federal Home Loan Bank advances	344			(252		)	92			635			(84		)	551
Junior subordinated debentures	—			—			—			—			—			—
Total interest bearing liabilities	1,515			(1,523		)	(8		)	1,497			(1,373		)	124
Net interest income	$	4,084		$	175		$	4,259		$	11,158		$	1,173		$	12,331

(1) Amounts are net of deferred origination costs/ (fees) and the allowance for loan loss.

(2) The above table is presented on a tax equivalent basis.

Analysis of Net Interest Income for the Three Months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013

Net interest income was $17.4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $13.0 million for the same period in 2013, an increase of $4.3 million or 33.1%. Net interest margin increased to 3.45% for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to 3.21% for the quarter ended September 30, 2013 as a result of higher yielding investments and lower cost of interest bearing liabilities. The total average interest earning assets increased $372.8 million or 22.6%, yielding 3.82% and the overall funding cost was 0.37%, including demand deposits. The yield on interest earning assets increased approximately 17 basis points from 3.65% to 3.82%. The cost of interest bearing liabilities decreased approximately 14 basis points during the third quarter of 2014 compared to 2013. The increase in average total deposits of $298.3 million and average total borrowings of $76.3 million funded higher yielding securities, which grew $66.9 million, and average net loans increased $302.1 million from the comparable 2013 quarter.

For the three months ended September 30, 2014, average net loans grew by $302.1 million or 33.4% to $1.21 billion as compared to $904.9 million for the same period in 2013, driven by growth in commercial real estate mortgage loans, commercial, financial and agricultural loans, and multi-family mortgage loans. The Bank remains committed to growing loans with prudent underwriting, sensible pricing and limited credit and extension risk.

For the three months ended September 30, 2014, average total securities increased by $66.9 million or 9.1% to $801.9 million as compared to $735.1 for the three months ended September 30, 2013. There were no federal funds sold for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. The average interest earning cash increased by $3.5 million to $12.4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to $8.6 million for the same period in 2013.

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Average total interest bearing liabilities were $1.4 billion for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $1.1 billion for the same period in 2013. The Bank grew deposits as a result of the acquisition of FNBNY, opening a new branch during 2014 as well as building new relationships in existing markets. The Bank continues to reduce interest rates on deposit products through prudent management of deposit pricing. The reduction in deposit rates resulted in a decrease in the cost of interest bearing liabilities to 0.53% for the three months ended September 30, 2014 from 0.67% for the same period in 2013. Since the Company’s interest bearing liabilities generally reprice or mature more quickly than its interest earning assets, an increase in short term interest rates would initially result in a decrease in net interest income. Additionally, the large percentages of deposits in money market accounts reprice at short term market rates making the balance sheet more liability sensitive.

For the three months ended September 30, 2014, average total deposits increased by $298.3 million or 20.0% to $1.8 billion from $1.5 billion from the same period in 2013. Components of this increase include an increase in average balances in savings, NOW and money market accounts of $176.5 million or 20.6% to $1.03 billion for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $857.6 million for the same period last year. Average balances in certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more and other time deposits increased $28.5 million or 21.2% to $162.4 million for 2014 as compared to $134.0 million for the same period last year. Average balances in demand deposits increased $93.3 million or 18.9% to $587.3 million for 2014 as compared to $494.0 million for the same period last year. Average public fund deposits comprised 15.4% of total average deposits during the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 15.6% of total average deposits for the same period in 2013. Average federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements increased $29.9 million or 57.6% to $81.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $51.9 million for the same period in the prior year. Average FHLB advances increased $46.4 million to $92.4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $46.1 million for the same period 2013.

Total interest income increased $4.3 million or 28.0% to $19.2 million, net of the tax equivalent adjustment on tax exempt securities interest income, for the three months ended September 30, 2014 from $14.9 million for the same period in 2013. Interest income on loans increased $3.4 million or 29.5% to $15.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 from $11.6 million for the same period in 2013. The yield on average loans was 4.93% for 2014 as compared to 5.08 % in 2013.

Interest income on investments in mortgage-backed, taxable and tax exempt securities increased $0.8 million to $4.4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $3.6 million for the same period in 2013. Interest income on securities included net amortization of premium of $1.0 million and a tax equivalent adjustment of $0.2 million in the third quarter of 2014 compared to net amortization of premium of $1.2 million and tax equivalent adjustment of $0.3 million for the same period in 2013. The tax adjusted average yield on total securities was 2.19% for 2014 as compared to 1.94% in 2013.

Interest expense was $1.9 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013, respectively.

Analysis of Net Interest Income for the Nine Months ended September 30, 2014 and September 30, 2013

Net interest income was $49.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $37.3 million for the same period in 2013, an increase of $12.4 million or 33.3%. Net interest margin increased to 3.42% for the nine months ended September 30, 2014, compared to 3.24% for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 as a result of growth in the loan portfolio, higher yielding investments and lower cost of interest bearing liabilities. The total average interest earning assets increased $396.5 million or 25.2%, yielding 3.80% and the overall funding cost was 0.39%, including demand deposits. The yield on interest earning assets increased approximately 10 basis points from 3.70% to 3.80%. The cost of interest bearing liabilities decreased approximately 13 basis points during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to the same period in 2013. The increase in average total deposits of $279.7 million and average total borrowings of $101.3 million funded higher yielding securities, which grew $111.2 million, and average net loans increased $282.8 million from the comparable 2013 quarter.

For the nine months ended September 30, 2014, average net loans grew by $282.8 million or 32.9% to $1.11 billion as compared to $860.2 million for the same period in 2013, driven by growth in commercial real estate mortgage loans, commercial, financial and agricultural loans, multi-family mortgage loans and loans acquired in the FNBNY acquisition. The Bank remains committed to growing loans with prudent underwriting, sensible pricing and limited credit and extension risk.

For the nine months ended September 30, 2014, average total securities increased by $111.2 million or 15.7% to $818.3 million as compared to $707.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. There were no federal funds sold for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. Average interest earning cash increased by $2.5 million to $11.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 as compared to $9.3 million for the same period in 2013.

Average total interest bearing liabilities were $1.4 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $1.1 billion for the same period in 2013. The Bank grew deposits as a result of the acquisition of FNBNY, opening a new branch during 2014 as well as building new relationships in existing markets. The Bank continues to reduce interest rates on deposit products through prudent

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management of deposit pricing. The reduction in deposit rates and the lower average balance of higher cost CDs resulted in a decrease in the cost of interest bearing liabilities to 0.55% for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 from 0.68% for the same period in 2013. Since the Company’s interest bearing liabilities generally reprice or mature more quickly than its interest earning assets, an increase in short term interest rates would initially result in a decrease in net interest income. Additionally, the large percentages of deposits in money market accounts reprice at short term market rates making the balance sheet more liability sensitive.

For the nine months ended September 30, 2014, average total deposits increased by $279.7 million or 19.6% to $1.7 billion from $1.4 billion from the same period in 2013. Components of this increase include an increase in average balances in savings, NOW and money market accounts of $175.9 million or 21.5% to $992.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $816.5 million for the same period last year. Average balances in certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more and other time deposits increased $6.1 million or 4.1% to $155.9 million for 2014 as compared to $149.8 million for the same period last year. Average balances in demand deposits increased $97.7 million or 21.2% to $559.4 million for 2014 as compared to $461.6 million for the same period last year. Average public fund deposits comprised 17.9% of total average deposits during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 17.8% of total average deposits for the same period in 2013. Average federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements increased $16.2 million or 28.2% to $73.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $57.3 million for the same period in the prior year. Average FHLB advances increased $85.1 million to $113.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $28.2 million for the same period 2013.

Total interest income increased $12.6 million or 29.4% to $55.3 million, net of the tax equivalent adjustment on tax exempt securities interest income, for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 from $42.8 million for the same period in 2013. Interest income on loans increased $8.9 million or 26.8% to $42.4 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 from $33.4 million for the same period in 2013. The yield on average loans was 4.96% for 2014 as compared to 5.20 % in 2013.

Interest income on investments in mortgage-backed, taxable and tax exempt securities increased $3.6 million to $12.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $9.3 million for the same period in 2013. Interest income on securities included net amortization of premium of $2.4 million and a tax equivalent adjustment of $0.8 million in the 2014 compared to net amortization of premium of $4.3 million and tax equivalent adjustment of $0.9 million for the same period in 2013. The tax adjusted average yield on total securities was 2.24% for 2014 as compared to 1.93% in 2013.

Interest expense was $5.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $5.5 million for the same period in 2013.

Provision and Allowance for Loan Losses

The Bank’s loan portfolio consists primarily of real estate loans secured by commercial and residential real estate properties located in the Bank’s principal lending area of Suffolk County which is located on the eastern portion of Long Island. The interest rates charged by the Bank on loans are affected primarily by the demand for such loans, the supply of money available for lending purposes, the rates offered by its competitors, the Bank’s relationship with the customer, and the related credit risks of the transaction. These factors are affected by general and economic conditions including, but not limited to, monetary policies of the federal government, including the Federal Reserve Board, legislative policies and governmental budgetary matters

Based on our continuing review of the overall loan portfolio, the current asset quality of the portfolio, the growth in the loan portfolio, and the net charge-offs, a provision for loan losses of $0.5 million and $1.7 million was recorded during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to a provision for loan loss of $0.5 million and $1.7 million that was recorded during the same period in 2013. Net charge-offs were $0.2 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2014 compared to $0.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2013 and $0.1 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2013. The ratio of allowance for loan losses to nonaccrual loans was 763% and 419% at September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. The allowance for loan losses increased to $17.0 million at September 30, 2014 as compared to $16.0 million at December 31, 2013 and $15.5 million at September 30, 2013. As a percentage of total loans, (excluding $68.5 million of FNBNY acquired loans) the allowance was 1.45% at September 30, 2014 compared to 1.58% at December 31, 2013 and 1.66% at September 30, 2013. In accordance with current accounting guidance, the acquired FNBNY loans were recorded at fair value, effectively netting estimated future losses against the loan balances. Management continues to carefully monitor the loan portfolio as well as real estate trends on Long Island and New York City.

Loans of approximately $41.1 million or 3.3% of total loans at September 30, 2014 were categorized as classified loans compared to $46.6 million or 4.6% at December 31, 2013 and $50.0 million or 5.4% at September 30, 2013. Classified loans include loans with credit quality indicators with the internally assigned grades of special mention, substandard and doubtful. These loans are categorized as classified loans as management has information that indicates the borrower may not be able to comply with the present repayment terms. These loans are subject to increased management attention and their classification is reviewed on at least a quarterly basis. At September 30, 2014, classified loans included $4.3 million of acquired FNBNY loans.

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At September 30, 2014, approximately $26.3 million of classified loans were commercial real estate (“CRE”) loans, including multi-family loans and were well secured with real estate as collateral. Of the $26.3 million of CRE loans, $25.3 million were current and $1.0 million were past due. In addition, all but $2.1 million of the CRE loans have personal guarantees. At September 30, 2014, approximately $5.0 million of classified loans were residential real estate loans with $3.1 million current and $1.9 million past due. Commercial, financial, and agricultural loans represented $9.1 million of classified loans with $8.6 million current and $0.4 million past due. Approximately $0.4 million of classified loans represented real estate construction and land loans, which were all current. All real estate construction and land loans are well secured with collateral. The remaining $0.2 million in classified loans are consumer loans that are unsecured and demonstrate sufficient cash flow to pay the loans. There were no multi-family loans that were categorized as classified loans as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively.

CRE loans, including multi-family loans, represented $757.2 million or 61.0% of the total loan portfolio at September 30, 2014 compared to $592.4 million or 58.6% at December 31, 2013 and $524.1 million or 56.2% at September 30, 2013. The Bank’s underwriting standards for CRE loans requires an evaluation of the cash flow of the property, the overall cash flow of the borrower and related guarantors as well as the value of the real estate securing the loan. In addition, the Bank’s underwriting standards for CRE loans are consistent with regulatory requirements with original loan to value ratios generally less than or equal to 75%. The Bank considers charge-off history, delinquency trends, cash flow analysis, and the impact of the local economy on commercial real estate values when evaluating the appropriate level of the allowance for loan losses. Real estate values in our geographic markets increased significantly from 2000 through 2007. Commencing in 2008, following the financial crisis and significant downturn in the economy, real estate values declined. This decline continued into 2009 and stabilized in 2010. The estimated decline in residential and commercial real estate values during this period ranged from 15-20% from the 2007 levels, depending on the nature and location of the real estate. Real estate values began to improve in 2012 and have continued into 2014.

Nonaccrual loans were $2.2 million or 0.18% of total loans at September 30, 2014 and $3.8 million or 0.38% of total loans at December 31, 2013. Approximately $1.0 million of the nonaccrual loans at September 30, 2014 and $2.0 million at December 31, 2013, represent troubled debt restructured loans.

The Bank had $0.6 million other real estate owned at September 30, 2014, $2.2 million at December 31, 2013 and none at September 30, 2013, respectively.

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The following table sets forth changes in the allowance for loan losses:

	For the Nine Months Ended			For the Year Ended
(Dollars in thousands)	September 30, 2014			December 31, 2013
Allowance for loan losses balance at beginning of period	$	16,001		$	14,439

Charge-offs:
Commercial real estate mortgage loans	460			—
Multi-family mortgage loans	—			—
Residential real estate mortgage loans	184			420
Commercial, financial and agricultural loans	103			420
Real estate construction and land loans	—			23
Installment/consumer loans	2			53
Total	749			916

Recoveries:
Commercial real estate mortgage loans	—			—
Multi-family mortgage loans	—			—
Residential real estate mortgage loans	32			34
Commercial, financial and agricultural loans	32			87
Real estate construction and land loans	—			2
Installment/consumer loans	1			5
Total	65			128

Net charge-offs	(684		)	(788		)
Provision for loan losses charged to operations	1,700			2,350
Balance at end of period	$	17,017		$	16,001

Ratio of annualized net charge-offs during the period to average loans outstanding	(0.08		)%	(0.09		)%

The following table sets forth the allocation of the total allowance for loan losses by loan type:

	September 30, 2014				December 31, 2013
			Percentage				Percentage
			of Loans				of Loans
			to Total				to Total
(Dollars in thousands)	Amount		Loans		Amount		Loans
Commercial real estate mortgage loans	$	6,873	45.1	%	$	6,279	47.9	%
Multi-family loans	2,449		15.9		1,597		10.6
Residential real estate mortgage loans	2,374		12.6		2,712		15.2
Commercial, financial & agricultural loans	4,246		21.5		4,006		20.7
Real estate construction and land loans	942		4.1		1,206		4.7
Installment/consumer loans	133		0.8		201		0.9
Total	$	17,017	100.0	%	$	16,001	100.0	%

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Non-Interest Income

Total non-interest income increased $0.5 million or 24.4% to $2.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $2.1 million for the same period in 2013. The increase was primarily related to a $0.1 million increase in service fees and an increase in other operating income of $0.3 million primarily associated with Bank Owned Life Insurance (“BOLI”) compared to the prior year.

Total non-interest income decreased $1.0 million or 14.7% to $5.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $6.6 million for the same period in 2013. The decrease was primarily the result of net securities losses of $1.1 million compared to net securities gains in 2013 of $0.6 million, partially offset by a $0.5 million increase in other operating income related to BOLI, and $0.1 million increases in title fee income and service fees.

Non-Interest Expense

Total non-interest expense increased $2.2 million or 22.6% to $12.1 million during the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $9.9 million over the same period in 2013. The increase in non-interest expense is primarily attributed to an increase in salaries and benefits of $1.4 million to $6.7 million compared to $5.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. This increase reflects costs associated with the new Bay Shore Branch, acquired branches, loan production offices in NYC and Riverhead and a larger loan portfolio. Occupancy and equipment increased $0.6 million to $2.0 million compared to $1.4 million in September 2013. Additionally, technology and communications and marketing expenses increased $0.2 million to $1.5 as compared to $1.3 for the same period last year.

Total non-interest expense increased $11.1 million or 39.5% to $39.2 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $28.1 million over the same period in 2013. The increase in non-interest expense is primarily attributed to $4.4 million of FNBNY acquisition costs and a branch restructuring charge related to a branch relocation. Additionally, salaries and employee benefits increased $3.3 million or 20.4% to $19.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 from $16.0 million for the same period in 2013. The increase reflects additional staff associated with the FNBNY acquisition, additional positions to support the Company’s expanding infrastructure, new branches and a larger loan portfolio. Occupancy and equipment expense increased $1.5 million to $5.5 million as of September 30, 2014 as compared to $4.0 million for the same period last year. Technology and communications increased $0.4 million as of September 30, 2014 to $1.5 million as compared to $1.9 million for the same period last year. Other operating expenses increased $0.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 to $3.2 million as compared to $2.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

Income Taxes

The provision for income taxes increased $0.8 million or 51.4% to $2.5 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $1.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2013 primarily due to higher pretax income. The effective tax rate was 33.6% for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 34.2% for the three months ended September 30, 2013.

The provision for income taxes increased $0.1 million or 0.4% to $4.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 compared to $4.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 primarily due to higher pretax income. The effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 increased to 33.5% from 32.9% for the same period last year. The increase in the effective rate was a result of certain non-deductible acquisition costs and a lower percentage of interest income from tax exempt securities.

Financial Condition

Total assets grew $514.7 million to $2.22 billion, a 30.2% increase over the September 30, 2013 level of $1.70 billion, and increased 16.8% over the December 31, 2013 level of $1.90 billion. This increase reflects strong organic growth in new and existing markets as well as $210 million in assets acquired from FNBNY on February 14, 2014.

Cash and due from banks increased $0.484 million and interest earning deposits with banks increased $1.7 million compared to December 31, 2013. Total securities increased $46.2 million or 5.9% to $822.7 million and net loans increased $229.3 million or 23.0% to $1.23 billion compared to December 31, 2013 levels. The ability to grow the loan portfolio, while minimizing interest rate risk sensitivity and maintaining credit quality, remains a strong focus of management. Goodwill and Other Intangible assets increased $9.3 million compared to December 31, 2013. Goodwill of $8.6 million and $1.0 million core deposit intangible was recorded in connection with the FNBNY acquisition. Total deposits increased $264.2 million to $1.80 billion at September 30, 2014 compared to $1.54 billion at December 31, 2013. Deposit growth includes deposits acquired from FNBNY. Demand deposits decreased $22.5 million to $605.5 million as of September 30, 2014 compared to $582.9 million at December 31, 2013. Savings, NOW and money

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market deposits increased $185.3 million to $1.04 billion at September 30, 2014 from $855.2 million at December 31, 2013. Certificates of deposit of $100,000 or more increased $32.7 million to $97.2 million at September 30, 2014, from $64.4 million at December 31, 2013. Other time deposits increased $23.6 million to $60.0 million at September 30, 2014, from $36.5 million at December 31, 2013.

Federal funds purchased were $41.0 million as of September 30, 2014 compared to $64.0 million at December 31, 2013. Federal Home Loan Bank advances were $151.0 million as of September 30, 2014, inclusive of advances acquired from FNBNY, and $98.0 million for December 31, 2013. Repurchase agreements were $11.8 million at September 30, 2014 and $11.4 million at December 31, 2013. Junior subordinated debentures remained at $16.0 million as of September 30, 2014 compared to December 31, 2013. Other liabilities and accrued expenses increased $9.5 million to $18.3 million as of September 30, 2014 from $8.8 million as of December 31, 2013. Stockholders’ equity was $175.0 million at September 30, 2014, an increase of $15.5 million or 9.7% from December 31, 2013, reflecting net income of $9.6 million and $1.2 million related to stock based compensation plans, the issuance of $5.9 million in common equity in connection with the acquisition of FNBNY, a decrease in the unrealized loss on available for sale securities of $6.8 million, partially offset by $8.0 million paid in dividends. In October 2014, the Company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.23 per share and continues its long term trend of uninterrupted dividends.

Liquidity

The objective of liquidity management is to ensure the sufficiency of funds available to respond to the needs of depositors and borrowers, and to take advantage of unanticipated earnings enhancement opportunities for Company growth. Liquidity management addresses the ability of the Company to meet financial obligations that arise in the normal course of business. Liquidity is primarily needed to meet customer borrowing commitments, deposit withdrawals either on demand or contractual maturity, to repay other borrowings as they mature, to fund current and planned expenditures and to make new loans and investments as opportunities arise. The Holding Company’s principal sources of liquidity included cash and cash equivalents of $3.5 million as of September 30, 2014, and dividends from the Bank. Cash available for distribution of dividends to shareholders of the Company is primarily derived from dividends paid by the Bank to the Company. For the nine months ended September 30, 2014, the Bank did not pay a cash dividend to the Company. Prior regulatory approval is required if the total of all dividends declared by the Bank in any calendar year exceeds the total of the Bank’s net income of that year combined with its retained net income of the preceding two years. As of October 1, 2014, the Bank has $38.2 million of retained net income available for dividends to the Company. In the event that the Company subsequently expands its current operations, in addition to dividends from the Bank, it will need to rely on its own earnings, additional capital raised and other borrowings to meet liquidity needs.

The Bank’s most liquid assets are cash and cash equivalents, securities available for sale and securities held to maturity due within one year. The levels of these assets are dependent upon the Bank’s operating, financing, lending and investing activities during any given period. Other sources of liquidity include loan and investment securities principal repayments and maturities, lines of credit with other financial institutions including the Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank, growth in core deposits and sources of wholesale funding such as brokered certificates of deposit. While scheduled loan amortization, maturing securities and short term investments are a relatively predictable source of funds, deposit flows and loan and mortgage-backed securities prepayments are greatly influenced by general interest rates, economic conditions and competition. The Bank adjusts its liquidity levels as appropriate to meet funding needs such as seasonal deposit outflows, loans, and asset and liability management objectives. Historically, the Bank has relied on its deposit base, drawn through its full-service branches that serve its market area and local municipal deposits, as its principal source of funding. The Bank seeks to retain existing deposits and loans and maintain customer relationships by offering quality service and competitive interest rates to its customers, while managing the overall cost of funds needed to finance its strategies.

The Bank’s Asset/Liability and Funds Management Policy allows for wholesale borrowings of up to 25% of total assets. At September 30, 2014, the Bank had aggregate lines of credit of $295.0 million with unaffiliated correspondent banks to provide short term credit for liquidity requirements. Of these aggregate lines of credit, $275.0 million is available on an unsecured basis. As of September 30, 2014, the Bank had $41.0 million in overnight borrowings outstanding under these lines. The Bank also has the ability, as a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) system, to borrow against unencumbered residential and commercial mortgages owned by the Bank. The Bank also has a master repurchase agreement with the FHLB, which increases its borrowing capacity. As of September 30, 2014, the Bank had $7.0 million outstanding in FHLB overnight borrowings and an additional $144.0 million outstanding in FHLB term borrowings. The Bank had $10.0 million of securities sold under agreements to repurchase outstanding as of September 30, 2014 with brokers and $1.8 million outstanding with customers. As of December 31, 2013, the Bank had $10.0 million of securities sold under agreements to repurchase outstanding with brokers and $1.4 million outstanding with customers. In addition, the Bank has approved broker relationships for the purpose of issuing brokered deposits. As of September 30, 2014, the Bank had $11.0 million outstanding in brokered certificates of deposits and $5.5 million outstanding in brokered money market accounts. As of December 31, 2013 the Bank had did not have any brokered deposits.

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Management continually monitors the liquidity position and believes that sufficient liquidity exists to meet all of our operating requirements. Based on the objectives determined by the Asset and Liability Committee, the Bank’s liquidity levels may be affected by the use of short term and wholesale borrowings, and the amount of public funds in the deposit mix. The Asset and Liability Committee is comprised of members of senior management and the Board. Excess short-term liquidity is invested in overnight federal funds sold or in an interest earning account at the Federal Reserve.

Capital Resources

The Company and the Bank are subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by the federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can result in certain mandatory and possibly additional discretionary actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on the Company’s and the Bank’s financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, the Company and the Bank must meet specific capital requirements that involve quantitative measures of the Company’s and Bank’s assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance sheet items calculated under regulatory accounting practices. The Company’s and Bank’s capital amounts and classifications also are subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors.

Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require the Company and the Bank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios (set forth in the following table) of total and Tier 1 capital (as defined in the regulations) to risk weighted assets (as defined), and of Tier 1 capital (as defined) to average assets (as defined). Management believes as of September 30, 2014, the Company and the Bank met all capital adequacy requirements.

The Company has the ability to issue additional common stock and/or preferred stock should the need arise.

At September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, actual capital levels and minimum required levels for the Company and the Bank were as follows:

Bridge Bancorp, Inc. (Consolidated)

As of September 30,

2014

(Dollars in thousands)

To Be Well

For Capital

Capitalized Under

Adequacy

Prompt Corrective

Actual

Purposes

Action Provisions

Amount

Ratio

Amount

Ratio

Amount

Ratio

Total Capital (to risk weighted assets)

203,537

13.2

123,140

8.0

n/a

Tier 1 Capital (to risk weighted assets)

186,344

12.1

61,570

4.0

n/a

Tier 1 Capital (to average assets)

186,343

8.6

86,394

4.0

n/a

As of December 31,	2013
(Dollars in thousands)									To Be Well
					For Capital				Capitalized Under
					Adequacy				Prompt Corrective
	Actual				Purposes				Action Provisions
	Amount		Ratio		Amount		Ratio		Amount	Ratio
Total Capital (to risk weighted assets)	$	202,039	16.3	%	$	99,108	8.0	%	n/a	n/a
Tier 1 Capital (to risk weighted assets)	186,547		15.1	%	49,554		4.0	%	n/a	n/a
Tier 1 Capital (to average assets)	186,547		10.3	%	72,476		4.0	%	n/a	n/a

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Bridgehampton National Bank

As of September 30,

2014

(Dollars in thousands)

To Be Well

For Capital

Capitalized Under

Adequacy

Prompt Corrective

Actual

Purposes

Action Provisions

Amount

Ratio

Amount

Ratio

Amount

Ratio

Total Capital (to risk weighted assets)

200,056

13.0

123,128

8.0

153,910

10.0

Tier 1 Capital (to risk weighted assets)

182,863

11.9

61,564

4.0

92,346

6.0

Tier 1 Capital (to average assets)

182,863

8.5

86,391

4.0

107,988

5.0

As of December 31,	2013
(Dollars in thousands)									To Be Well
					For Capital				Capitalized Under
					Adequacy				Prompt Corrective
	Actual				Purposes				Action Provisions
	Amount		Ratio		Amount		Ratio		Amount		Ratio
Total Capital (to risk weighted assets)	$	164,494	13.3	%	$	99,084	8.0	%	$	123,855	10.0	%
Tier 1 Capital (to risk weighted assets)	149,005		12.0	%	49,542		4.0	%	74,313		6.0	%
Tier 1 Capital (to average assets)	149,005		8.2	%	72,464		4.0	%	90,580		5.0	%

Impact of Inflation and Changing Prices

The Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, which require the measurement of financial position and operating results in terms of historical dollars without considering changes in the relative purchasing power of money over time due to inflation. The primary effect of inflation on the operations of the Company is reflected in increased operating costs. Unlike most industrial companies, virtually all of the assets and liabilities of a financial institution are monetary in nature. As a result, changes in interest rates have a more significant effect on the performance of a financial institution than do the effects of changes in the general rate of inflation and changes in prices. Changes in interest rates could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. Interest rates do not necessarily move in the same direction, or in the same magnitude, as the prices of goods and services. Interest rates are highly sensitive to many factors, which are beyond the control of the Company, including the influence of domestic and foreign economic conditions and the monetary and fiscal policies of the United States government and federal agencies, particularly the Federal Reserve Bank.

Recent Regulatory and Accounting Developments

Refer to Note 15. “Recent Accounting Pronouncements,” of the Condensed Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements for details related to recent regulatory and accounting developments.

Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

Asset/Liability Management

Management considers interest rate risk to be the most significant market risk for the Company. Market risk is the risk of loss from adverse changes in market prices and rates. Interest rate risk is the exposure to adverse changes in the net income of the Company as a result of changes in interest rates.

The Company’s primary earnings source is net interest income, which is affected by changes in the level of interest rates, the relationship between rates, the impact of interest rate fluctuations on asset prepayments, the level and composition of deposits and liabilities, and the credit quality of earning assets. The Company’s objectives in its asset and liability management are to maintain a strong, stable net interest margin, to utilize its capital effectively without taking undue risks, to maintain adequate liquidity, and to reduce vulnerability of its operations to changes in interest rates.

The Company’s Asset and Liability Committee evaluates periodically, but at least four times a year, the impact of changes in market interest rates on assets and liabilities, net interest margin, capital and liquidity. Risk assessments are governed by policies and limits established by senior management, which are reviewed and approved by the full Board of Directors at least annually. The economic environment continually presents uncertainties as to future interest rate trends. The Asset and Liability Committee regularly utilizes a model that projects net interest income based on increasing or decreasing interest rates, in order to be better able to respond to changes in interest rates

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At September 30, 2014, $748.7 million or 91.0% of the Company’s securities had fixed interest rates. Changes in interest rates affect the value of the Company’s interest earning assets and in particular its securities portfolio. Generally, the value of securities fluctuates inversely with changes in interest rates. Increases in interest rates could result in decreases in the market value of interest earning assets, which could adversely affect the Company’s stockholders’ equity and its results of operations if sold. The Company is also subject to reinvestment risk associated with changes in interest rates. Changes in market interest rates also could affect the type (fixed-rate or adjustable-rate) and amount of loans originated by the Company and the average life of loans and securities, which can impact the yields earned on the Company’s loans and securities. In periods of decreasing interest rates, the average life of loans and securities held by the Company may be shortened to the extent increased prepayment activity occurs during such periods which, in turn, may result in the investment of funds from such prepayments in lower yielding assets. Under these circumstances the Company is subject to reinvestment risk to the extent that it is unable to reinvest the cash received from such prepayments at rates that are comparable to the rates on existing loans and securities. Additionally, increases in interest rates may result in decreasing loan prepayments with respect to fixed rate loans (and therefore an increase in the average life of such loans), may result in a decrease in loan demand, and make it more difficult for borrowers to repay adjustable rate loans.

The Company utilizes the results of a detailed and dynamic simulation model to quantify the estimated exposure to net interest income to sustained interest rate changes. Management routinely monitors simulated net interest income sensitivity over a rolling two-year horizon. The simulation model captures the seasonality of the Company’s deposit flows and the impact of changing interest rates on the interest income received and the interest expense paid on all assets and liabilities reflected on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. This sensitivity analysis is compared to the asset and liability policy limits that specify a maximum tolerance level for net interest income exposure over a one-year horizon given a 100 and 200 basis point upward shift in interest rates and a 100 basis point downward shift in interest rates. A parallel and pro-rata shift in rates over a twelve-month period is assumed.

The following reflects the Company’s net interest income sensitivity analysis at September 30, 2014:

	September 30, 2014
Change in Interest	Potential Change
Rates in Basis Points	in Net
(Dollars in thousands)	Interest Income
	$ Change			% Change
200	$	(4,278	)	(6.29	)%
100	$	(2,126	)	(3.13	)%
Static	—			—
(100)	$	150		0.22	%

The preceding sensitivity analysis does not represent a Company forecast and should not be relied upon as being indicative of expected operating results. These hypothetical estimates are based upon numerous assumptions including, but not limited to, the nature and timing of interest rate levels and yield curve shapes, prepayments on loans and securities, deposit decay rates, pricing decisions on loans and deposits, and reinvestment and replacement of asset and liability cash flows. While assumptions are developed based upon perceived current economic and local market conditions, the Company cannot make any assurances as to the predictive nature of these assumptions including how customer preferences or competitor influences may change.

Also, as market conditions vary from those assumed in the sensitivity analysis, actual results will also differ due to prepayment and refinancing levels likely deviating from those assumed, the varying impact of interest rate change caps or floors on adjustable rate assets, the potential effect of changing debt service levels on customers with adjustable rate loans, depositor early withdrawals, prepayment penalties and product preference changes and other internal and external variables. Furthermore, the sensitivity analysis does not reflect actions that management might take in responding to, or anticipating changes in interest rates and market conditions. Management considers interest rate risk to be the most significant market risk for the Company. Market risk is the risk of loss from adverse changes in market prices and rates. Interest rate risk is the exposure to adverse changes in the net income of the Company as a result of changes in interest rates.

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Item 4. Controls and Procedures

An evaluation was performed under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s management, including the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) as of September 30, 2014. Based on that evaluation, the Company’s Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this quarterly report. There has been no change in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting during the quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

From time to time the Company and its subsidiaries are subject to various legal actions arising in the normal course of business. In the opinion of management, the resolution of these legal actions is not expected to have a material adverse effect on the consolidated Company’s financial condition or results of operations.

Item 1A. Risk Factors

There have been no material changes to the factors disclosed in Item 1A., Risk Factors, in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013.

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

(a) Not applicable.

(b) Not applicable.

Item 3. Defaults upon Senior Securities

Not applicable.

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

Item 5. Other Information

Not applicable.

Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K

31.1		Certification of Principal Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)
31.2		Certification of Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)
32.1		Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350
101		The following financial statements from Bridge Bancorp, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2014, filed on November 7, 2014 formatted in XBRL: (i) Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013, (ii) Consolidated Statements of Income for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, (iv) Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, (v) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, and (vi) the Condensed Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
101.INS		XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.LAB		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Labels Linkbase Document
101.PRE		XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
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SIGNATURES

In accordance with the requirement of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

	BRIDGE BANCORP, INC.
	Registrant


November 7, 2014	/s/ Kevin M. O’Connor
	Kevin M. O’Connor
	President and Chief Executive Officer

November 7, 2014	/s/ Howard H. Nolan
	Howard H. Nolan
	Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer