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Archives for 2026
MVSB Branch Offices Collect Over 1,700 Winter Essentials for Local Families
With the support and generosity of local community members, MVSB collected 1,712 mittens, hats, gloves and scarves during their 2025 Mitten Tree Drive. The Bank has matched the contribution with $2 per item – a total of $3,424 that will be split between 11 local nonprofits addressing childhood food insufficiency. Each year since 1979, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, the Bank collects donations that are displayed on “Mitten Trees” at every MVSB branch office. At the end of the drive, the items are distributed by the branches to local schools, early learning centers and other organizations that support families […]
Wave of Travel Scams Emerges as 2026 Olympics in Italy Draws Global Attention
As excitement builds for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns travelers to stay alert for scams targeting those planning trips to the games. According to the FTC, fraudsters are creating fake websites and social media pages that mimic legitimate travel agencies, ticket sellers, and rental companies. These scams often promise discounted tickets, exclusive accommodations, or VIP experiences, only to disappear once payment is made. Travelers are urged to verify the authenticity of any site before entering personal or financial information. The FTC advises consumers to book only through trusted sources, avoid wire transfers or cryptocurrency payments, and use credit cards for […]
From Shakespeare to Shrek: Powerhouse Theatre Collaborative Announces a Captivating 2026 Season
The curtain rises on another year of creativity and community as Powerhouse Theatre Collaborative launches its 2026 Season on Feb. 13. MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is proud to support Powerhouse as a Season Sponsor, helping bring an exciting lineup of live performances to stages across the Lakes Region. The season opens at The Colonial Theatre in Laconia with Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, running Feb. 13–15. From there, audiences can look forward to a full year of entertainment from laugh-out-loud comedies to family favorites and holiday classics. Highlights include The Play That Goes Wrong at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse, The […]
Sudden Changes to Wire Instructions is a Common Fraud Red Flag
Imagine this: you’re in the middle of buying your dream home and have been emailing your attorney to finalize the details. Then, an email arrives saying the wire instructions for your $45,000 down payment have changed. It looks completely legitimate, so you follow the new directions and send the money. Unfortunately, the funds never reach your attorney. Instead, they’re gone — wired straight into a scammer’s account. This type of fraud occurs when criminals gain access to your email account and monitor your email conversations. Once they spot an opportunity, they send a convincing message that appears to come from […]
College and Career Planning Guidance from Our Partners at Granite Edvance
It’s time we had a little talk. Few of us enjoy hearing those words. But when it comes to paying for college, that little talk can help your family avoid surprises, minimize conflict, and make informed decisions. Advice for the College Money Talk Push through the discomfort Talking about money isn’t easy for everyone, but the payoff in this case can be worth it. Anticipate areas that may be especially thorny due to differences of opinion and face them head on. These might include tackling who is going to pay for college costs and how much, what amount of debt […]
MVSB Welcomes Lauren Young as Vice President, Residential Mortgage Sales
MVSB is pleased to welcome Lauren Young as Vice President, Residential Mortgage Sales NMLS# 1890212. In this role, Lauren will lead the Bank’s Mortgage Lending team, supporting continued growth and development while ensuring exceptional service for homebuyers across the Bank’s footprint. She succeeds Charlie Dowd, who recently retired after a distinguished 24-year career in banking. “We are thrilled to welcome Lauren to the MVSB mortgage leadership team,” said Jaime Frederes, Senior Vice President, Residential Mortgage Lending. “Her expertise in residential lending and strategic, relationship-driven leadership will be instrumental in advancing our growth objectives and reinforcing the exceptional service experience our […]
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MVSB Proudly Supports Sherburne School Workforce Housing Project
Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) is utilizing awarded tax credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to move forward with the Sherburne School Workforce Housing Project, a development that will create 90 permanently affordable housing units for local families and workers. MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is proud to purchase $10,000 in tax credits to help bring the project to life. Once complete, the project will provide homes for more than 200 residents, including members of the local workforce and families in need of stable, affordable housing. “The Sherburne School project represents a major step forward in addressing […]
Time: The Key to Modern Fraud Prevention
A recent Forbes Technology Council article highlights how time-based analysis is becoming one of the most powerful tools in detecting and preventing fraud. The article explains that timing patterns—such as how quickly transactions occur, the intervals between login attempts, or the speed of data entry—can reveal suspicious behavior that traditional fraud detection methods might miss. By analyzing these temporal signals, organizations can identify anomalies in real time and stop fraudulent activity before it causes harm. The Forbes piece emphasizes that fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics, making static security measures less effective. Time-based analytics, however, provide a dynamic layer of defense by focusing on behavioral patterns […]
