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Hometown Financial Group, a $6.5 billion mutual multibank holding company headquartered in Easthampton and parent company of bankESB, bankHometown, North Shore Bank, Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, and Hometown Mortgage, has hired Reed Whitman as executive vice president, chief financial officer. Whitman, of Boston, joins Hometown Financial from Brookline Bancorp, Inc., where …

Kevin M. Tierney, Sr., chief executive officer of North Shore Bank announced that the bank’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign raised $16,500 for the 11 local food pantries that participated in the inaugural fundraising drive. The Neighbors Helping Neighbors appeal is part of the bank’s charitable giving program, The Giving Tree, which reflects the bank’s commitment …

Identity Theft Awareness Week is January 27-31. This week, we’re covering all things Identity Theft and offering up ways to protect yourself. What are the different types of identity theft? Unfortunately, identity theft comes in many forms, and fraudsters’ methods are always evolving. Below are some types of identity theft to look out for: Financial …

Identity Theft Awareness Week is January 27-31. This week, we’re covering all things Identity Theft and offering up ways to protect yourself. According to the FTC, people in their 30s are most likely to become victims of identity theft. However, the elderly are more likely to suffer large monetary losses. That said, Identity theft can …

Identity Theft Awareness Week is January 27-31. This week, we’re covering all things Identity Theft and offering up ways to protect yourself. The most prevalent type of identity theft is credit card fraud, with nearly 400,000 incidents reported to the FTC in 2023 alone. Identity Theft can happen to anyone, but there are simple steps …

Identity Theft Awareness Week is January 27-31. This week, we’re covering all things Identity Theft and offering up ways to protect yourself. Did you know, fraud and identity theft cases have nearly tripled over the last decade? Identity thieves are crafty and always coming up with new ways to scam unsuspecting victims. It’s important to …

Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, is proud to announce a $5,000 donation to South Shore Habitat for Humanity in support of the organization’s efforts to build a home at 26 Poquanticut Avenue in Easton. This contribution reflects the bank’s commitment to fostering strong, vibrant communities by supporting initiatives that provide safe and …

Our identities are more than just our names. They represent who we are, where we live, and the accounts that power our financial lives. Unfortunately, they have become a prime target for the fastest-growing crime in America: identity theft. Today marks the start of Identity Theft Awareness Week, which sheds light on this invasive type …

Abington Bank recently promoted Marymargaret Morrissey to assistant branch manager of its 129 N. Main St., Randolph office. Morrissey, of Braintree, started her career in banking in 2023 as a teller at Abington Bank and was promoted to teller supervisor in 2024. In her new role, she will assist in managing the Randolph team to …

Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, is pleased to announce its $5,000 donation to the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra in support of their upcoming All-Ages Concert, scheduled for Sunday, March 9, 2025. The donation underscores Abington Bank’s commitment to enriching the local community through arts and cultural programs. The All-Ages Concert, a family-friendly event, …

Kevin M. Tierney, Sr., chief executive officer of Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, announced that the bank’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign raised $39,000 for the 13 local food pantries that participated in the fourth annual fundraising drive. The Neighbors Helping Neighbors appeal is part of the bank’s charitable giving program, The Giving …

Abington Bank recently promoted Patricia Boyle to branch manager of its 87 Sharon St., Cobb Corner (Stoughton) office. Boyle, of Brockton, has more than two decades of banking experience, and previously served as assistant branch manager of the bank’s 95 North Franklin St., Holbrook office. Prior to joining Abington Bank in 2021, she was assistant …

Imagine this scenario: You receive a phone call that, according to your caller ID, appears to be from the Internal Revenue Service. Anxious, you answer the call and are told by a representative that there’s a problem with your taxes and that you must pay immediately to avoid costly penalties or even arrest or deportation. …

The holiday season is a joyous time. Unfortunately, with increased gift-giving and charitable donations come prime opportunities for scammers to defraud you. Here are some common scams and how to protect yourself. Gift Card Scams It’s a popular time for purchasing gift cards—and scammers know it. They also know that gift cards don’t offer the …

North Shore Bank is proud to announce a $10,000 donation to the North Shore Community Development Coalition (NSCDC) through the Commonwealth’s Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) program. This contribution supports NSCDC’s ongoing efforts to enhance affordable housing, foster economic development, and strengthen the communities across the North Shore. NSCDC, known for its impactful initiatives in …

North Shore Bank is proud to announce a donation of $10,000 to The Salem Pantry, a local non-profit dedicated to fighting hunger and improving food access for families and individuals in need. This donation will directly support The Salem Pantry’s mission to provide nutritious, culturally relevant, and fresh food to members of the Salem community …

Kevin M. Tierney, Sr., Chief Executive Officer of North Shore Bank, announced the kick-off of the bank’s 2024 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries. This marks the first year the bank will host what it hopes will be an annual appeal, inviting bank customers, employees, and members of the community …

Kevin M. Tierney, Sr., Chief Executive Officer of Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, is kicking off the bank’s 2024 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries. This marks the fourth year of the bank’s annual appeal, which invites customers, employees, and community members to donate money between November …

Scammers love to prey on the kindness and compassion of people. That’s why they are using fake charities to try to defraud victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton and those willing to help them. They send unsolicited emails, texts, phone calls, and social media messages that may even appear legitimate and from a well-known charity. …

Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, recently promoted Ben Taylor to commercial lending officer based in its 95 North Franklin St., Holbrook office. Taylor, of Boston, joined Abington Bank in 2023 as a commercial lending relationship manager. Previously, he was a capital markets analyst at Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. (JLL) in Boston. In …