Dime Announces Plans to Enter Lakewood, New Jersey

Core Points - Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. has announced plans to expand into Lakewood, New Jersey, with the Board of Directors approving this initiative [1] - A full-service, free-standing branch location has been identified, with construction expected in the second half of 2025 and a planned opening in early 2026 [2] - The expansion aims to strengthen Dime's commitment to the Orthodox Jewish community and support the growth of its Private and Commercial Bank services [3] - Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. holds over $14 billion in assets and has the highest deposit market share among community banks in Greater Long Island [3][4]