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FAIR VALUE
 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2025
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
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Fair value is 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 as of the measurement date.  There are three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:

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 market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability.

The Corporation used the following methods and significant assumptions to estimate fair value:

Available for Sale Securities:  The fair values of securities available for sale are usually determined by obtaining quoted prices on nationally recognized securities exchanges (Level 1 inputs), or matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used 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 inputs). For securities where quoted prices or market prices of similar securities are not available, fair values are calculated using discounted cash flows or other market indicators (Level 3 inputs).

Equity Investments: Securities that are held to fund a non-qualified deferred compensation plan and securities that have a readily determinable fair market value, are recorded with changes in fair value included in earnings. The fair value of equity investments is determined by quoted market prices (Level 1 inputs).

Collateral-Dependent Loans: Individually analyzed loans which receive a specific allocation as part of the allowance for credit losses or have been partially charged-off and are considered collateral-dependent are carried at fair value. For collateral-dependent loans, fair value is commonly based on real estate appraisals. 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 independent appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and typically result in a Level 3 classification of inputs for determining fair value. Non-real estate collateral may be valued using an appraisal, net book value per the borrower’s financial statements, or aging reports, adjusted or discounted based on management’s historical knowledge, changes in market conditions from the time of the valuation, and management’s expertise and knowledge of the client and client’s business, typically resulting in the utilization of Level 3 inputs. These loans are analyzed on a quarterly basis for additional credit loss and adjusted accordingly.

Other Real Estate Owned (OREO): Assets acquired through or in lieu of loan foreclosures are initially recorded at fair value less costs to sell when acquired, establishing a new cost basis. Fair value is commonly based on recent real estate appraisals. 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 independent appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and typically result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value. Subsequent declines in fair value are recorded through the establishment of a valuation allowance, which may be reversed should fair value increase after the establishment of the valuation allowance.

Appraisals for both collateral-dependent individually analyzed loans and OREO are performed by certified general appraisers (commercial properties) or certified residential appraisers (residential properties) whose qualifications and licenses have been reviewed and verified by the Corporation. Once received, appraisals are reviewed for reasonableness of assumptions, approaches utilized, Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and other regulatory compliance, as well as the overall resulting fair value in comparison with independent data sources such as recent market data or industry-wide statistics. Appraisals are generally completed within the 12 month period prior to a property being placed into OREO and updated appraisals are typically completed for collateral-dependent loans when management determines analysis on an individual basis is required. For individually analyzed loans, appraisal values are adjusted based on the age of the appraisal, the position of the lien, the type of the property, and its condition.
Derivatives: The fair value of interest rate swaps is based on valuation models using observable market data as of the measurement date (Level 2 inputs). Derivatives are traded in an over-the-counter market where quoted market prices are not always available. Therefore, the fair value of derivatives is determined using quantitative models utilizing multiple market inputs. The inputs will vary based on the type of derivative, but could include interest rates, prices, and indices to generate continuous yield or pricing curves, prepayment rates, and volatility factors to value the position. The Corporation also incorporates credit valuation adjustments to appropriately reflect both its own nonperformance risk and the respective counter-party's nonperformance risk in fair value measurements. In adjusting the fair value of its derivative contracts for the effect of nonperformance risk, the Corporation has considered the impact of any applicable credit enhancements, such as collateral postings. Although the Corporation has determined the majority of inputs used to value its derivatives are considered Level 2 inputs, credit valuation adjustments are based on credit default rate assumptions, which are considered Level 3 inputs.

Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below (in thousands):
Fair Value Measurement as of June 30, 2025 Using
Financial Assets:Fair ValueQuoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
  Mortgage-backed securities, residential$254,552 $— $254,552 $— 
  Obligations of states and political subdivisions10,977 — 10,977 — 
  Corporate bonds and notes21,806 — 15,926 5,880 
  Total available for sale securities$287,335 $— $281,455 $5,880 
  Equity investments, at fair value$2,910 $2,910 $— $— 
  Derivative assets$18,727 $— $18,727 $— 
Financial Liabilities:
  Derivative liabilities$18,815 $— $18,815 $— 



Fair Value Measurement as of December 31, 2024 Using
Financial Assets:Fair ValueQuoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
  U.S. Treasury notes and bonds$56,906 $56,906 $— $— 
  Mortgage-backed securities, residential365,934 — 365,934 — 
  Obligations of states and political subdivisions35,505 — 35,505 — 
  Corporate bonds and notes22,016 — 9,884 12,132 
  SBA loan pools51,081 — 51,081 — 
  Total available for sale securities$531,442 $56,906 $462,404 $12,132 
  Equity investments, at fair value$2,759 $2,759 $— $— 
  Derivative assets$23,829 $— $23,829 $— 
Financial Liabilities:
  Derivative liabilities$23,851 $— $23,851 $— 
The Corporation transfers assets and liabilities between levels within the fair value inputs hierarchy when methodologies to obtain fair value change such that there are either more or fewer unobservable inputs as of the end of the indicated reporting period. The Corporation utilizes a "beginning of reporting period" timing assumption when recognizing transfers between hierarchy levels, consistent with ASC 820-10-50-2.
There were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 during the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2025 and 2024.
The Corporation transferred its investment in 13 corporate subordinated debt issuances out of Level 3 and into Level 2 during the three month period ended June 30, 2025, due to improved availability of observable market data for the issuances or issuances of similar size and structure during the period. The improved availability of observable inputs was partially attributable to increased issuance activity for subordinated debt of similar entities and an improvement in general market liquidity. During the six month period ended June 30, 2025, the Corporation transferred its investment in seven corporate subordinated debt issuances into Level 3 from Level 2, due to the lack of available observable market data for the issuances or issuances of similar size and structure. The transfer of these investments into Level 3 occurred during the three month period ended March 31, 2025, and each of the seven issuances were included in the 13 issuances which were transferred out of Level 3 and into Level 2 during the three month period ended June 30, 2025. There was one corporate subordinated debt issuance previously classified using Level 3 inputs which was redeemed by the issuer prior to its initial call date due to merger-related regulatory requirements during the six month period ended June 30, 2025, totaling $1.0 million. During the three and six month period ended June 30, 2024, the Corporation transferred its investment in one corporate subordinated debt issuance out of Level 3 and into Level 2, due to availability of market data for the specific issuer.
The following tables present a reconciliation of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using unobservable inputs (Level 3) for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2025 and 2024, and qualitative information regarding Level 3 significant unobservable inputs as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024 (in thousands):

For the Three
Months Ended 		For the Six
Months Ended
Level 3 Financial Assets - Corporate bonds and notesJune 30, 2025June 30, 2024June 30, 2025June 30, 2024
Balance of recurring Level 3 assets as of beginning of period$21,859 $7,721 $12,132 $7,530 
Total gains or losses for the period:
     Included in other comprehensive income 51 203 1,149 394 
Repayments, calls, and maturities— — (1,000)— 
Transfers into Level 3— — 9,629 — 
Transfers out of Level 3(16,030)(1,749)(16,030)(1,749)
     Balance of recurring Level 3 assets as of end of period$5,880 $6,175 $5,880 $6,175 

June 30, 2025Fair ValueValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputRange [Weighted Average] as of June 30, 2025
Corporate bonds and notes$5,880 Discounted cash flowMarket discount rate
11.00% -11.00%
[11.00%]

December 31, 2024Fair ValueValuation TechniqueUnobservable InputRange [Weighted Average] as of December 31, 2024
Corporate bonds and notes$12,132 Discounted cash flowMarket discount rate
7.25% - 12.00%
[10.82%]
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024 are summarized below (in thousands):
 Fair Value Measurement as of June 30, 2025 Using
Financial Assets:Fair ValueQuoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
Collateral-dependent loans:
Commercial mortgages:
Non-owner occupied commercial real estate$2,021 $— $— $2,021 
Total collateral-dependent loans$2,021 $— $— $2,021 
Other real estate owned:    
Consumer loans:    
Home equity lines and loans$56 $— $— $56 
Total other real estate owned, net$56 $— $— $56 


 Fair Value Measurement as of December 31, 2024 Using
Financial Assets:Fair ValueQuoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
Collateral-dependent loans:
Commercial and industrial$11 $— $— $11 
Commercial mortgages:
Non-owner occupied commercial real estate873 — — 873 
Total collateral-dependent loans$884 $— $— $884 
Other real estate owned:    
Residential mortgages$126 $— $— $126 
Consumer loans:    
Home equity lines and loans285 — — 285 
Total other real estate owned, net$411 $— $— $411 

The fair value of other real estate owned is presented net of a $32 thousand valuation allowance as of December 31, 2024.

The following tables present quantitative information regarding Level 3 significant unobservable inputs for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024 (in thousands):
DescriptionFair Value as of June 30, 2025Valuation TechniqueUnobservable InputsRange [Weighted Average] as of June 30, 2025
Collateral-dependent loans:
Commercial mortgages:
Non-owner occupied commercial real estate$2,021 Income approachAdjustment to appraised value
17.72% - 19.57%
[18.55%]
Total collateral-dependent loans$2,021 
Other real estate owned:
Consumer loans:
Home equity lines and loans$56 Sales comparisonAdjustment to appraised value
20.80% - 20.80%
[20.80%]
Total other real estate owned, net$56 
DescriptionFair Value as of December 31, 2024Valuation TechniqueUnobservable InputsRange [Weighted Average] as of December 31, 2024
Collateral-dependent loans:
Commercial and industrial$11 Net present valueDiscount rate
41.29% - 41.29%
[41.29%]
Commercial mortgages:
Non-owner occupied commercial real estate873Income approachAdjustment to appraised value
16.86% - 16.86%
[16.86%]
Total collateral-dependent loans$884 
Other real estate owned:
Residential mortgages$126 Sales comparisonAdjustment to appraised value
20.80% - 20.80%
[20.80%]
Consumer loans:
Home equity lines and loans285 Sales comparisonAdjustment to appraised value
20.80% - 20.80%
[20.80%]
Total other real estate owned, net$411 




FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The carrying amounts and estimated fair values of financial instruments, as of June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, are as follows (in thousands):
June 30, 2025
Financial assets:Carrying AmountQuoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
Estimated Fair Value (1)
Cash and due from financial institutions$35,825 $35,825 $— $— $35,825 
Interest-earning deposits in other financial institutions284,226 284,226 — — 284,226 
Equity investments3,387 3,387 — — 3,387 
Securities available for sale287,335 — 281,455 5,880 287,335 
Securities held to maturity680 — — 680 680 
FHLBNY and FRBNY stock6,826 — — — N/A
Loans, net and loans held for sale2,134,626 — — 2,054,833 2,054,833 
Derivative assets18,727 — 18,727 — 18,727 
Financial liabilities:     
Deposits:     
Demand, savings, and insured money market deposits$1,850,492 $1,850,492 $— $— $1,850,492 
Time deposits618,470 — 619,462 — 619,462 
FHLBNY advances55,000 — 55,004 — 55,004 
Subordinated debt, net of deferred issuance costs44,146 — 45,823 — 45,823 
Derivative liabilities18,815 — 18,815 — 18,815 
(1) Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and, therefore, cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates.
 December 31, 2024
Financial assets:Carrying AmountQuoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets
(Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs
(Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
Estimated Fair Value (1)
   Cash and due from financial institutions$26,224 $26,224 $— $— $26,224 
   Interest-earning deposits in other financial institutions20,811 20,811 — — 20,811 
   Equity investments3,235 3,235 — — 3,235 
   Securities available for sale531,442 56,906 462,404 12,132 531,442 
   Securities held to maturity808 — — 808 808 
   FHLBNY and FRBNY stock9,117 — — — N/A
   Loans, net and loans held for sale2,071,419 — — 1,981,851 1,981,851 
   Derivative assets23,829 — 23,829 — 23,829 
Financial liabilities:     
   Deposits:     
      Demand, savings, and insured money market deposits$1,772,971 $1,772,971 $— $— $1,772,971 
      Time deposits623,912 — 622,920 — 622,920 
   FHLBNY advances109,110 — 109,083 — 109,083 
   Derivative liabilities23,851 — 23,851 — 23,851 
(1) Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and, therefore, cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates.