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We recently purchased $17,500 in tax credits through the Community Development Authority (CDFA) to support the Warner House Association’s Carriage House Project. The project is aimed to construct a replica of the 18th Century Carriage House in downtown Portsmouth, which was demolished in the 1960s. The Carriage House will feature a meeting room, rotating exhibits, staging area for outdoor events and an archaeology collection. Construction broke ground in November and the project is expected to be completed this spring. “Our museum association is grateful for the support MSVB has provided to help us realize our decades-long dream of reconstructing the […]

Our warmest congratulations and appreciation to Cindy Oxton and Robyn Masteller, who have retired after years of dedicated service to MVSB and the community. Both served as Regional Vice Presidents for the Bank – Cindy supporting our Center Harbor, Meredith and Moultonborough locations and Robyn our locations in Alton, Gilford, Laconia, Melvin Village and Wolfeboro. Celebrations were held in their respective home branch locations in December. Cindy Oxton joined MVSB as a teller in 1987 and assumed several supervisory roles before being promoted to AVP Branch Manager of Center Harbor and Moultonborough in 2002, and then Vice President Branch Manager […]

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Thank you for your excitement and involvement in our “Name the MVSB Moose” contest! We received so many submissions that choosing a name wasn’t easy, but with input from our employees, we’re proud to introduce “Meri the Moose”! The name Meri honors the history of MVSB, with our first branch opening in Meredith over 150 years ago. It honors our present with the meaning “sea” as we’ve grown to serve communities from the greater lakes region to the seacoast. And perhaps most importantly, it honors who we are – meaning “joyous,” Meri will share our commitment to caring for and […]

We are proud to announce the promotion of James “Jim” Carrigan to Regional Vice President. In this role, Jim will oversee the Bank’s Portsmouth, Rochester, Alton, Gilford and Laconia branch offices and will work closely with the branch teams to build on existing relationships and develop new opportunities. “Jim truly exemplifies the community and customer focus that MVSB prioritizes in its mission. As the Bank has expanded in the Seacoast, he has built and grown exceptional teams to maintain the highest level of service for customers, while staying keenly in tune to the most pressing needs in the community,” said […]

We are proud to support the Meredith Sculpture Walk with a $10,000 donation to celebrate its 10th anniversary. This year’s sculpture walk will feature more than 30 artist creations placed throughout downtown Meredith. The sculptures are available to view all year long and begin on Main Street and continue through the Town Docks, Hesky Park, Scenic Park and Clough Park along Meredith Bay on Lake Winnipesaukee. “What started as two sculptures displayed in the courtyard 10 years ago has blossomed to a nationally recognized display and destination,” said Bev Lapham, Chair of the Meredith Sculpture Walk. “We are grateful to […]

Cathleen “Cathy” Sleeper was recently promoted to Regional Vice President at MVSB. In this role, Cathy will oversee the Bank’s office locations in the communities of Meredith, Center Harbor, Moultonborough, Wolfeboro and Melvin Village, and she will work closely with the branch teams to build on existing relationships and develop new opportunities. “Cathy’s expertise and her commitment to customer experience have been fundamental to our branch leadership team, and her management and customer service skills have helped our Main Office continue to grow and be an integral part of the community,” said Stacy Trites, Senior Vice President, Retail Banking Officer. […]

Building a new home can be even more exciting – and challenging – than finding an existing home to purchase. And the financing works differently too. With in-house construction specialists, MVSB works with you every step of the way, helping to ensure your project stays on time and on budget. Our construction specialists will walk you through the entire process from  A to Z and you’ll  learn how our lending team can help you navigate all the steps. Three dates and locations:Thursday, March 16 from 5:30-7:30pm at Comfort Inn and Suites, 10 Hotel Dr, Dover Tuesday, March 21 from 5:30-7:30pm […]

We are proud to have purchased $20,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Authority (CDFA) to support the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests’ (Forest Society) fundraising campaign. The Forest Society is in the process of renovating the 1884 Carriage Barn as a new program and event center, which will be known as the Forest Society North at The Rocks. The Rocks is a 1,400-acre property that serves as the organization’s northern New Hampshire campus and is an economic driver for the region. “A fire in 2019 destroyed several buildings at The Rocks and we […]

Our best wishes for 2023, and our sincere thanks for your continued support. Happy Holidays! Click to watch a video message from MVSB President, Marcus Weeks.