PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured (from left) Sarne Brewster, Unity Bank Bethlehem Area Manager; Tom Meischeid and Mike Meischeid, Co-Owners of Bar-Don Lanes; and Robert Renna, Unity Bank Commercial Loan Officer.

Bowling Alley has been a Community Fixture since 1958 and Unity’s Financing Package is evidence of the Unity’s commitment to supporting Easton Area Businesses

EASTON, Pa., December 27, 2023 – Tom and Michael Meischeid of Palmer Township have purchased Bar-Don Lanes with the assistance of financing from Unity Bank. The Nicholas Street bowling alley, a popular fixture in the community since 1958, also includes an arcade, billiard and the recently renamed Rip’s Pub.

“We learned the owner was selling and was hoping the property would continue to be operated as a bowling alley,” said Tom. “Michael had worked at the alley when he was a high school student at Notre Dame. Michael displayed his talent for bowling when he threw his first 300 game at Bar-Don in the Junior bowling program. We thought preserving the alley for the community would be a good family business and fulfill the previous owner’s wish and the new owner’s dream.”

Together Michael and Tom now oversee the daily operations of the bowling facility, which offers 24 wood lanes for leagues, public bowling, and special events. The local Special Olympics group also practices at Bar-Don. The new owners hope to expand league activity and host some additional tournaments.

Rip’s Pub offers a full menu for dine-in or take-out patrons with much more than traditional bowling alley fare.

“We were pleased to provide the Meischeid family financing for their new business venture,” said Unity Bank President & CEO James A. Hughes. “Over the years, Bar-Don has become a great venue for community activities and special events. We wish the Meischeids continued success with the business for many years to come.”

About Unity Bancorp, Inc.
Unity Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: UNTY), the parent company of Unity Bank, its primary and wholly owned subsidiary, is a financial services organization headquartered in Clinton, New Jersey. Unity Bank provides financial services to businesses and consumers at 21 branches throughout New Jersey and Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Unity Bank provides community-oriented commercial banking services, including deposit accounts, loans, online and mobile services. For more information, please visit unitybank.com or call 800-618-BANK (800-618-2265). Unity Bank is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). To learn about FDIC insurance for deposits with member banks, please visit FDIC.gov.

 

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Fred Feiner
Yankee Public Relations
https://www.yankeepr.com/

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