HEWLETT, N.Y., Oct. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Community National Bank launched the grand opening celebration for its 11^th branch at 1218 Broadway in Hewlett with a fantastic jubilee this past weekend for the local community.

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The grand opening weekend event on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29drew large crowds. There was great excitement over both the festivities and incredible rates in honor of this grand opening celebration. The bank showcased great ambiance and excitement, including cash prizes, free gifts, popcorn, a Cash Cube contest, live radio broadcast and face painting for kids.

Community National Bank thrilled the crowds with KJOY radio personality Jon Daniels, who broadcast live from the branch over the weekend, creating a festive atmosphere for the public. The KJOY prize wheel was yet another way to win outstanding prizes at Community National Bank, Hewlett. Residents had fun in the KJOY Cash Cube -- where money blew around them and they had 11 seconds to grab as much cash as they could pull out of the air.

The weekend celebration showcased CNB's ability to build and nurture sustainable relationships with their Five Towns neighbors. As one of the strongest, well managed -- and fastest growing community banks in New York, CNB has also earned a reputation for fast loan approvals through local lending officers -- based right in most branches: they can make quick and independent loan decisions. This distinctive feature encourages local businesses and individuals to take advantage of the exceptional lending offers at CNB.

The bank's unbeatable statement savings rate -- the highest in the area -- is guaranteed through the end of this year. There are still raffle prizes -- including Apple iPads and iPods -- available for at least another month of celebration.

All of the bank's executives are accessible to every customer, including the president and other important decision-makers.

Stuart Lubow, Chairman, President & CEO -- and several senior officers -- were on hand both Saturday and Sunday to meet with members of the community visiting the new branch. "We're thrilled at the positive response to our 11^th office in Hewlett. We're excited to be introducing Community National Bank to the Five Towns."

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