Press Release

Fairfield County Bank Corp. Earns
58th Consecutive 5-Star Superior Rating

May 30, 2006 - BAUERFINANCIAL, the nation's leading independent bank rating and research firm, is pleased to announce that Fairfield County Bank Corp. has achieved it highest 5-Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability.  By achieving this rating Fairfield County Bank Corp. has proved  once again that it is one of the safest banks in the country.  In fact, having attained this highest rating consecutively for 58 quarters, Fairfield County Bank Corp. has secured a position among the ranks of Exceptional Performance Banks.

“By earning and retaining the highest 5-Star rating, Fairfield County Bank Corp. continues to prove to its customers and the entire community that it is committed to their needs and security," said Karen Dorway, president of the research firm. "A community bank with community values and commitments is something Big Banks imitate, but can never seem to replicate," she continued.

Founded in 1871, Fairfield County Bank Corp. includes the divisions of Ridgefield Bank and Fairfield County Bank and operates 17 offices in Darien, Fairfield, Georgetown, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Rowayton, Westport and Wilton. 

BAUERFINANCIAL Inc., Coral Gables, Florida, is the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm.  It has been reporting on and analyzing the performance of U.S. banks, thrifts and credit unions since 1984. Consumers may obtain free star-ratings by calling 800-388-6686 or visiting  www.bauerfinancial.com.

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Contact:
Karen L. Dorway, President
BAUERFINANCIAL, Inc.
Telephone: 1-800-388-6686
Fax:  1-800-230-9569
www.bauerfinancial.com