Kelly Wright has joined Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) as Marketing Communications Manager. Based in Concord, Wright creates, oversees and implements the Bank’s social media, press and communications strategies. “We are so happy to welcome Kelly to the team,” said Diana Johnson, Vice President and Marketing Officer at the Merrimack. “Her extensive background in […]
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Kelly Wright Joins as Marketing Communications Manager
Know the Warning Signs of a Romance Scam
According to the Federal Trade Commission, online romance scams are on the rise with $304 million being lost to scams in 2020 alone. If you are using online dating apps, websites or social media sites, it’s important to know how romance scams work so you can avoid being catfished and/or scammed. Millions of people across […]
David Peterson Joins as SVP, Commercial Lending Team Leader
David Peterson has joined Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) as Senior Vice President and Commercial Lending Team Leader. Based in Concord, Peterson leads, oversees and supports the Merrimack’s commercial lending team, while continuing to assist businesses with their lending needs. “We’re excited to welcome David to the Merrimack,” said James Gallagher, SVP, Commercial Loan […]
“Smishing” Fraud on the Rise in NH
The New Hampshire Information and Analysis Center (NHIAC) is reporting a rise in “smishing” attacks targeting NH residents. In recent incidents, fraudsters are luring victims into clicking on a malicious link they receive by text, claiming information they supply will verify vaccination status. Smishing happens when you click on a malicious link and that tricks […]
The Merrimack Purchases $25,000 in Tax Credits from Kimball Jenkins
Merrimack County Savings Bank has purchased $25,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of Kimball Jenkins in Concord. Funds will help improve the accessibility and efficiency of their historic property, which serves as a cultural and economic hub for local artists and events. “We’re pleased to be able […]
The Merrimack Purchases $5,000 in Tax Credits from Family Promise of Southern NH
Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) has purchased $5,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of Family Promise of Southern NH in Nashua. Funds will go toward their Building Home, Building Hope Capital Campaign. The campaign has entered the second phase of expansion and renovation on their […]
Know the Signs of Card Skimming
There has been a rise in skimming fraud occurring across the country. To protect yourself, it’s important to understand how this scam works, and recognize signs to avoid becoming a victim. A card skimmer is a device illegally installed on card readers to collect magnetic stripe information from credit, debit or ATM cards. The captured […]
Bank Foundation Announces Grants to Local Nonprofits
The Merrimack County Savings Bank Foundation has awarded $49,567 to 23 nonprofit organizations serving local communities. The Foundation was funded by Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) in 1997 for grant-based contributions to nonprofits that enrich and improve the quality of life for residents living in the Bank’s service areas. These grants are in addition […]