Cranbury, New Jersey

Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. and 1st Constitution Bancorp Announce the Receipt of FDIC and New Jersey Approvals in Connection with Proposed Merger

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Friday, November 5, 2021

Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. has an extensive branch network and commercial lending centers throughout New Jersey and in Highland Mills, New York, and offers business and retail banking products and services.

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  • Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. has an extensive branch network and commercial lending centers throughout New Jersey and in Highland Mills, New York, and offers business and retail banking products and services.
  • Consumer services include online and mobile banking, home equity loans and lines, mortgage options and wealth management solutions.
  • 1st Constitution is proud to be recognized by Newsweek Magazine as the Best Small Bank in New Jersey!
  • Neither Lakeland nor 1st Constitution assumes any obligation for updating any such forward-looking statements at any time.

Tweens, Teens and the COVID Vaccine: What Parents Need to Know Before School Starts

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Monday, August 2, 2021

The aim is to help ensure this young population receives the second vaccine by Aug. 16, 2021, so they are able to return to school in September fully vaccinated.

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  • The aim is to help ensure this young population receives the second vaccine by Aug. 16, 2021, so they are able to return to school in September fully vaccinated.
  • Its a race against the clock if adolescents are to be inoculated against COVID-19 before the start of the school year, said Karen Amstutz, M.D., AmeriHealth Caritas chief medical officer and a pediatrician.
  • AmeriHealth Caritas is one of the nations leaders in health care solutions for those most in need.
  • Headquartered in Philadelphia, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with nearly 40 years of experience serving low-income and chronically ill populations.

Ginger Partners with AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia to Bring Free On-Demand Mental Healthcare to 110,000 Medicaid Plan Enrollees

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Ginger , the leader in on-demand mental healthcare, today announced a partnership with AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia (DC) to bring Gingers full suite of virtual mental health services to 110,000 Medicaid plan enrollees.

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  • Ginger , the leader in on-demand mental healthcare, today announced a partnership with AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia (DC) to bring Gingers full suite of virtual mental health services to 110,000 Medicaid plan enrollees.
  • Now, AmeriHealth Caritas DC enrollees have access to Ginger's behavioral health coaching, therapy, and psychiatry services at no cost.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210728005303/en/
    Ginger partners with AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia to bring free on-demand mental healthcare to 110,000 Medicaid plan enrollees.
  • AmeriHealth Caritas DC supports a diverse population of over 110,000 Medicaid and Alliance Managed Care enrollees in Washington, D.C.

Independence Health Group appoints Crystal E. Ashby as executive vice president and chief people officer

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

PHILADELPHIA, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Independence Health Group (Independence) announces that Crystal E. Ashby has been appointed executive vice president and chief people officer.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Independence Health Group (Independence) announces that Crystal E. Ashby has been appointed executive vice president and chief people officer.
  • In this role, she will lead the company's Human Resources division following the retirement of Jeanie Heffernan as executive vice president and chief human resources officer at the end of this month.
  • "Crystal's experience will allow us to continue building upon the strong foundation and culture of engagement and inclusivity Jeanie helped us create at Independence over the last decade," said Gregory E. Deavens , president and chief executive officer at Independence.
  • She came to the organization in 2011 after serving as senior vice president of human resources for Keystone Mercy/AmeriHealth Mercy Health plans, which is now known as AmeriHealth Caritas.

Lakeland Bancorp Merger Investigation: Halper Sadeh LLP Announces Investigation Into Whether the Merger of Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. is Fair to Shareholders; Investors are Encouraged to Contact the Firm – LBAI

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

NEW YORK, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLP, a global investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: LBAI) and 1st Constitution Bancorp is fair to Lakeland Bancorp shareholders.

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  • NEW YORK, July 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLP, a global investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: LBAI) and 1st Constitution Bancorp is fair to Lakeland Bancorp shareholders.
  • 1st Constitution shareholders are expected to receive Lakeland Bancorp common stock in connection with the merger.
  • On behalf of Lakeland Bancorp shareholders, Halper Sadeh LLP may seek increased consideration for shareholders, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits.
  • Halper Sadeh LLP represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Rigrodsky Law, P.A. Announces Investigation of 1st Constitution Bancorp Merger

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

announces that it is investigating 1st Constitution Bancorp (1st Constitution) (NASDAQ GS: FCCY ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to 1st Constitutions agreement to be acquired by Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (Lakeland) (NASDAQ GS: LBAI ).

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  • announces that it is investigating 1st Constitution Bancorp (1st Constitution) (NASDAQ GS: FCCY ) regarding possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other violations of law related to 1st Constitutions agreement to be acquired by Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (Lakeland) (NASDAQ GS: LBAI ).
  • Under the terms of the agreement, 1st Constitutions shareholders will receive 1.3577 shares of Lakeland common stock per share.
  • To learn more about this investigation and your rights, visit: https://www.rl-legal.com/cases-1st-constitution-bancorp .
  • You may also contact Seth D. Rigrodsky or Gina M. Serra cost and obligation free at (888) 969-4242 or [email protected] .

dvm360® and Veterinary Hospital Managers Association Select Catherine Coloccia as 2021 Practice Manager of the Year

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Monday, July 12, 2021

CRANBURY, N.J., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --dvm360 in partnership with theVeterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) is proud to announce thatCatherine Coloccia, practice managerat Bridgewater Veterinary Hospital in New Jersey, has been named the 2021 Practice Manager of the Year.

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  • CRANBURY, N.J., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --dvm360 in partnership with theVeterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) is proud to announce thatCatherine Coloccia, practice managerat Bridgewater Veterinary Hospital in New Jersey, has been named the 2021 Practice Manager of the Year.
  • Since becoming practice manager in 2018, Coloccia has worked diligently to make her hospital a better place for all.
  • Additionally, we would like to thank our friends at Nationwide for their sponsorship of the Practice Manager of the Year Award.
  • Since becoming practice manager in 2018, Coloccia has worked diligently to make her hospital a better place for everyone.

Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. to Acquire 1st Constitution Bancorp

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Monday, July 12, 2021

OAK RIDGE, N.J. and CRANBURY, N.J., July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Directors of Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (Lakeland) (NASDAQ: LBAI), the parent company of Lakeland Bank, and 1st Constitution Bancorp (1st Constitution) (NASDAQ: FCCY), the parent company of 1st Constitution Bank, announced today that they have entered into a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger (the Merger Agreement), under which Lakeland will acquire 1st Constitution.

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  • OAK RIDGE, N.J. and CRANBURY, N.J., July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boards of Directors of Lakeland Bancorp, Inc. (Lakeland) (NASDAQ: LBAI), the parent company of Lakeland Bank, and 1st Constitution Bancorp (1st Constitution) (NASDAQ: FCCY), the parent company of 1st Constitution Bank, announced today that they have entered into a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger (the Merger Agreement), under which Lakeland will acquire 1st Constitution.
  • Lakeland will acquire all of the outstanding shares of 1st Constitution in exchange for common shares of Lakeland and will cash out outstanding 1st Constitution options.
  • In the transaction, 1st Constitution will merge into Lakeland, and 1st Constitution Bank will merge into Lakeland Bank, with Lakeland and Lakeland Bank being the surviving entities.
  • In connection with the proposed Merger, Lakeland Bancorp intends to file with the Commission a registration statement that will include a joint proxy statement of Lakeland Bancorp and 1st Constitution Bancorp that also constitutes a prospectus of Lakeland Bancorp.

Newly Rebranded AmeriHealth Caritas Florida ‘On a Mission’ to Help Build a Healthier Sunshine State

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Thursday, July 1, 2021

AmeriHealth Caritas announced that its Florida Medicaid managed care plan, Prestige Health Choice, has changed its name to AmeriHealth Caritas Florida , effective today.

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  • AmeriHealth Caritas announced that its Florida Medicaid managed care plan, Prestige Health Choice, has changed its name to AmeriHealth Caritas Florida , effective today.
  • The rebranding launches a new era for the health plan and its mission to help build a healthier Sunshine State.
  • Today we rededicate ourselves to our mission to help Floridians most in need get care, stay well, and build healthy communities, said AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Market President Kathy Warner.
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Florida benefits from AmeriHealth Caritas Family of Companies nearly four decades of expertise serving at-risk populations.

AmeriHealth Caritas Names Dr. Karen Amstutz Chief Medical Officer

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Monday, June 28, 2021

AmeriHealth Caritas , a national leader in Medicaid managed care and other health care solutions for those most in need, today announced the appointment of Karen Amstutz, M.D., to the position of chief medical officer.

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  • AmeriHealth Caritas , a national leader in Medicaid managed care and other health care solutions for those most in need, today announced the appointment of Karen Amstutz, M.D., to the position of chief medical officer.
  • Dr. Amstutz will assist in helping AmeriHealth Caritas optimize health outcomes through data and outreach, and further enhance AmeriHealth Caritas focus on the health and well-being of members, caregivers, and the communities in which they live.
  • Prior to joining AmeriHealth Caritas, Dr. Amstutz served as vice president of community and behavioral health at Indiana University Health.
  • As chief medical officer at Magellan Health, she was accountable for clinical strategy development, product innovation, utilization management and quality improvement.