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Generations Bancorp NY, Inc. Welcomes New Board Member

Generations Bancorp NY, Inc., the holding company for Generations Bank, announces the addition of Alicia Pender to its board of directors effective May, 18, 2023. The addition of Ms. Pender comes after the retirement of Dr. Sinicropi.

Generations Bank Donates to D.A.R.E

Generations Bank announced today that it has donated $6,400 to local D.A.R.E programs. Generations has been supporting D.A.R.E. for nearly twenty years.

Businesses Receiving Plaques for Women's Walk of Fame Announced

Generations Bank announces ten businesses in downtown Seneca Falls to receive plaques for new Women’s Walk of Fame project. The first sidewalk plaque installment will occur at The Generations Bell Park located at 20 E Bayard St on Friday, May 12th from 4-6pm.

Women's Walk of Fame Announced

Generations Bank announced today that they will be unveiling the first of eleven plaques in their new “Women’s Walk of Fame” project during a groundbreaking event at their headquarters in Seneca Falls on Friday, May 12, 2023.

Jenny Humphreys Promoted to AVP

Generations Bank announces the promotion of Jenny Humphreys to AVP - Market Manager of Seneca County. In her position, Humphreys will manage two Generations Bank offices in Seneca County, including the flagship office on Cayuga Street in Seneca Falls and the office on North Road in Waterloo.

Stephanie Northup Appointed Market Manager

Generations Bank announces the appointment of Stephanie Northup to AVP - Market Manager of Cayuga County. In her position, Northup will manage three Generations Bank offices in Cayuga County, including the two Auburn offices located on Seward Ave and Osborne St, and the office in Union Springs.

Event Raises Record Amount

Generations Bank organized their Annual Taste & Tunes event on Friday, August 26, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at People’s Park; the event featured tastings and samplings from local wineries, breweries, and food vendors—it also showcased live music from Steve Maclean Acoustic Vibes.

Generations Announces Bell Park Reveal

Generations Bank announced today that they will be unveiling the permanent home for four community bells of distinction outside their headquarters location in Seneca Falls on Friday, September 23, 2022.

Generations Welcomes Rick Newman

Generations Bank welcomes Rick Newman as the community event coordinator, a new position created as part of Generations Bank’s commitment to the community.

Sandra Ahner Promoted to AVP

Generations Bank announces the promotion of Sandra Ahner to Assistant Vice President – Market Manager. In her position, Ahner manages three Generations Bank offices located in Ontario County including locations in Geneva, Farmington and Phelps.

ACS Golf Tournament Raises Funds

Generations Bank announced today that the 43rd Annual Robert “Bob” Rosenkrans Memorial American Cancer Society Golf Tournament raised $9,628 for the organization. The event took place at the Seneca Falls Country Club on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

Lori Parish Promoted to Vice President

Generations Bank announces the promotion of Lori Parish to Vice President – Corporate Secretary. In her position, Parish holds several administrative roles for the President & CEO, the board of directors, Generations Commercial Bank, and Generations Bank’s holding company, Generations Bancorp, Inc.

Derek Dyson Promoted to Senior Vice President

Generations Bank announces the promotion of Derek Dyson to Senior Vice President - Chief Information Officer. Dyson previously held the position of Vice President - Support Service Officer.

Generations Bank Donates to Local Charities

With help from local Seneca Falls and Waterloo restaurants and the community, Generations Bank will be donating to local food pantries in Seneca County.

Generations Bank to Add New Tourist Attraction

Generations Bank announced today that four new custom made bells will be placed across the street from their headquarters at 20 East Bayard Street after the Ripples of Change statues are moved to their permanent location at People’s Park.

42nd ACS Golf Tournament

Generations Bank announced today that the 42nd Annual American Cancer Society Golf Tournament raised $8,709 for the organization.

Exchange of Shares of Seneca-Cayuga Bancorp

Generations Bancorp NY, Inc. (“Generations Bancorp”) (Nasdaq: GBNY), the new stock holding company of Generations Bank (the “Bank”), provided additional information today with respect to the exchange of shares of the common stock of Seneca-Cayuga Bancorp, Inc. (“SCAY”), the Bank’s former holding company.

Post Closing Share Exchange Instructions

Generations Bancorp NY, Inc. Provides Additional Information With Respect to the Exchange of Shares of Seneca-Cayuga Bancorp, Inc

Form 8-K Closing of Second Step


Closing of Conversion Transaction

The holding company for Generations Bank, announced today that all regulatory approvals have been received to close the conversion of The Seneca Falls Savings Bank, MHC (the “MHC”) from the mutual holding company to the stock holding company form of organization.

Complete PPP Loans

Seneca Falls, N.Y. - Generations Bank has issued an update on its participation in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The bank has helped more than 300 local businesses secure the PPP loans.

Purchase with a Purpose

On Friday, August 21, 2020 from 11am-2pm Generations will donate $1.50 for every purchase made at a participating Seneca Falls restaurant.

ACS Tournament Raises Funds

The 41st Annual ACS Golf Tournament raised $5,656.40. The event took place at the Seneca Falls Country Club on Wednesday, June 17, 2020.

Second Step Conversion


Bernyce Maltman Promoted to Vice President

GENEVA, N.Y. – Generations announces the promotion of Bernyce Maltman to Vice President – Residential Sales Manager.

Donates to DARE

DARE Officers are geared up with Key Materials for the 2019-2020 DARE Program

Taste & Tunes Event Raises Money

Generations Bank organized the 5th Annual Taste & Tunes on Friday, August 16, 2019 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at People's Park; featuring local wineries, samplings from local area restaurants, and live music by Night Train.

Bank Dedicates Purple Heart Trail

Generations dedicated a Purple Heart Memorial Trail at its Headquarters on 20 East Bayard Street, Seneca Falls on August 20, 2019 at 9:00 AM.

40th ACS Golf Tournament

Generations Bank announced that the 40th Annual American Cancer Society Golf Tournament raised $8,484.25 for the organization. The tournament is in memory of Robert "Bob" Rosenkrans.

Purple Heart Trail News

Generations will dedicate a Purple Heart Memorial Path at its Headquarters on 20 East Bayard Street, Seneca Falls on August 20, 2019 at 9:00 AM

2019 Banking Choice Awards

Generations Bank received an award during the Banking New York Conference held in White Plains. Generations Bank won the silver award for overall quality in Central New York.

SBA-USDA Day

The Generations bank office located in Medina, NY will be hosting a representative from SBA and USDA Rural Development...

5th Annual Taste & Tunes

To benefit the hungry in Seneca County

ACS Golf Tournament

In memory of Robert "Bob" Rosenkrans

Robert Kernan Jr. Joins

Seneca Falls, N.Y. – Mr. Robert Kernan, Jr. a respected civic and business leader, and Chairman Emeritus of Generations Bank has joined Generations Commercial Bank as a Community Ambassador.

Donates to United Way

Seneca Falls, N.Y. – Generations donated $3,500 to the United Way of Seneca County’s Annual Campaign yesterday. The funds are a matching contribution to the money pledged by Generations’ Seneca County employees.

Five Employees Promoted

SENECA FALLS, N.Y. – Generations announces the promotion of five employees, Amy Favata, Shelby Journal, Holly Moran-Arndt, Stephanie Northup, and Joe Scibona.

Board of Directors Additions

SENECA FALLS, N.Y. – Generations is adding two new members to its Board of Directors. As part of the recent merger with Medina Savings and Loan, Generations has expanded its Board to include James Gardner and Timothy Moriarty.

Commercial Bank Approval

SENECA FALLS N.Y. – The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the New York State Department of Financial Service have approved Generations Bank’s application to form a limited purpose commercial bank.

Addition of Lorraine Gibbs

SENECA FALLS, N.Y. – Generations Bank announces the hiring of Lorraine Gibbs as AVP –Contact Center Manager. Gibbs will be responsible for managing our newly renovated Customer Contact Center at our Corporate Headquarters.

Addition of Angelica Reyes

WATERLOO, N.Y. – Generations Bank announces the hiring of Angelica Reyes as AVP – Office Manager. Reyes will be responsible for managing the two Generations Bank offices in Waterloo.

Safe Child ID Card Equipment

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, the first two hours after a child is abducted are the most critical. Safe Child ID Card Equipment allows for parents to have up-to-date photographs and detailed information about their child on a readily available ID card.

Loan Merger Complete

SENECA FALLS, N.Y. – Seneca-Cayuga Bancorp, Inc. (OTC Pink: SCAY) (“Seneca-Cayuga”), the holding company for Generations Bank, has completed the merger with Medina Savings and Loan Association (“Medina”) as of today.

Historical Marker Unveiled

On Tuesday, September 18, 2018, a Historical Marker sign was unveiled on the site of the Generations Bank in Union Springs. The land where Generations Bank sits used to be home to Howland School, a school for the education of young women.

Business Banking Development

In a joint application to the New York State Department of Financial Services the village of Union Springs and Generations Bank has been designated as a Banking Development District, the village and bank announced Tuesday.

Jennifer Hawryschuk as VP

Generations Bank announces the hiring of Jennifer Hawryschuk as Vice President – Commercial Relationship Manager, serving in the Farmington area.

DARE Gives to Students

Generations Bank announced today that it has distributed key materials for the DARE program for 1,500 students in the 2018/2019 school year. The move comes as part of the Bank’s 5 year commitment to the D.A.R.E. program which runs through 2020.

Menzo Case Is Named Director

Generations Bank President and CEO, Menzo Case was chosen to fill a vacancy on the Seneca County Industrial Development Agency Board of Directors.

Taste & Tunes Raised Funds

Generations Bank hosted the 4th annual Taste and Tunes on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. featuring local wineries/breweries, samplings from local area restaurants, and live music.

Funds Raised for ACS

Generations Bank announced today that the 39th Annual American Cancer Society Golf Outing, in memory of Bob Rosenkrans, raised $8,048.21 for the organization. The annual event took place at the Seneca Falls Country Club on Wednesday, June 20th, 2018.

Honor House Dedication

On May 11, 2018, Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County and Women March Seneca Falls dedicated Honor House, a transitional home for female veterans.

MyGenPerks Checking Accounts

Seneca Falls, N.Y. – With the launch of GO Premium, GO Preferred with MyGenPerks, Generations Bank is offering a variety of savings and protection benefits that today’s customers value most.