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New Hampshire lenders and loan originators were recently recognized by New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority (NHHFA) for helping almost 2,000 homebuyers find affordable homes and loans in 2018. Among NHHFA’s most outstanding lenders and originators in 2018 are:Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) as a participating lender; MVSB, Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) and Savings Bank of Walpole as participating originators; and Denise Hubbard, from MVSB as well as Christine Greenwood-Smart, from Savings Bank of Walpole as participating loan originators. “Our top lenders and loan originators are key to supporting affordable housing opportunities for New Hampshire households,” noted Ignatius MacLellan, […]

Tara Mudgett has been promoted to Vice President, Risk and Information Security Officer at New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In this position, Mudgett oversees risk management, including fraud, information security, cyber security and physical security for Meredith Village Savings Bank, Merrimack County Savings Bank, Savings Bank of Walpole and MillRiver Wealth Management. “Tara has proven to be an incredible asset to our organization in every role she has taken on,” said Joanne Pearce, Senior Vice President, Risk Management Officer for NHMB. “She has demonstrated outstanding competency as well as sound judgement during her tenure in information technology. Her promotion into […]

Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB), Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack), MillRiver Wealth Management (MillRiver) and New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB) employees pledged $56,685.82 to Granite United Way as part of their annual fundraising campaign. The Merrimack, MillRiver, MVSB and NHMB matched the funds, for a total donation of $113,371.82. “We are beyond ecstatic about these results,” said Jessica Ruel, Business & Branch Development Manager at MVSB’s office on Route 104 in Meredith. “This is an all-time high donation for our organization and we are excited about the benefit that the money provides to communities where we live and work.” […]

Katrina Randlett has been promoted to Learning and Development Officer at New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In her new role, Randlett will oversee the planning and execution of learning and professional growth, workplace engagement and leadership development for sister banks Meredith Village Savings Bank, Merrimack County Savings Bank and Savings Bank of Walpole as well as MillRiver Wealth Management. “Katrina is a great addition to the Human Resources team, as she brings enthusiasm and a disciplined approach to our ongoing organizational development efforts,” said David Cronin, Senior Vice President and Human Resources Director for NHMB. “She offers a fresh perspective […]

The Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund at New Hampshire Charitable Foundation has awarded $120,381 to 32 non-profit organizations. These grants are additional to the Bank’s many local contributions in the form of sponsorships, donations, matching funds to the United Way and scholarships, as well as the exceptional volunteer efforts of its employees. “The community has always been at the heart of our mission,” said Rick Wyman, President of Meredith Village Savings Bank. “We are blessed to have so many valuable non-profit organizations that provide essential services to the people and families of the Lakes Region and Seacoast Region.” Recipients of […]

We are celebrating our 150th anniversary this year with a series of planned events and fun surprises for community members. The “150th Anniversary Sweetheart” sweepstakes launches on February 4th, and participants are offered a chance to win one grand prize romantic getaway to Church Landing at Mill Falls in Meredith, valued at over $1100, or one of two second prize restaurant gift certificates valued at $100 each. Anniversary celebrations kicked off in January with in-branch raffles for commemorative Yeti tumblers, as a well as several chances to win winter getaways to local attractions. We will be hosting an array of […]

Sister Banks, Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) and Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack), are grateful for members of the community who donated cold weather items to their annual Mitten Tree drives. More than 2,100 mittens, gloves, hats and scarves were collected and distributed to local schools and non-profits. In keeping with the tradition of contributing $2 for each item given, over $4,200 was donated to the NH Food Bank for use at food pantries in the Greater Concord, Nashua, Seacoast and Lakes Region areas. “The Mitten Tree is a wonderful winter tradition we’ve been proud to uphold each year,” […]

Sara Lauze has been promoted to Vice President, Digital Banking Officer for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In this role, Lauze will be responsible for researching and developing emerging technology for digital services and channels. She will also continue her oversight of digital banking customer support, as well as related systems and services at Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) and Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack). “Sara’s expertise and extensive background in all areas of bank operations have helped our organization tremendously throughout the years,” said Angela Strozewski, Senior Vice President and Operations Officer of NHMB. “She demonstrates outstanding leadership […]

Jessica Ruel has been promoted to Branch and Business Development Manager for Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB). In this position, Ruel will oversee the Bank’s Route 104 office, located at 71 State Route 104 in Meredith. Ruel, who was previously the Branch Services Manager at MVSB’s main office, will officially oversee the Route 104 location beginning in January. Charleen Hughes, AVP and current Branch and Business Development Manager of the Route 104 office, announced her retirement earlier this month. “Jessica has been a familiar face to the communities of Meredith, Center Harbor and Moultonborough for more than 17 years,” said […]