Beware of Fraud This Tax Season!

March 20, 2024 —

Tax season is in full swing. For many, it’s time to get a little extra money back as a refund. Unfortunately, it’s also a time that scammers look to steal money and the identities of unsuspecting victims. At Abington Bank, we want to help protect you. Here’s some info on the latest tax scams and

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Abington Bank promotes Epps to Assistant Branch Manager

March 7, 2024 —

Abington Bank recently promoted Fredrick Epps to assistant branch manager of its 497 Washington Street, Stoughton office. Fredrick, of Boston, has more than 5 years of banking experience and was previously teller supervisor in Stoughton. He started as a teller at Envision Bank in 2018. In his new role, Fred will be there to help

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Abington Bank Sponsors 2024 Cotter Tournament

Abington, Massachusetts — February 23, 2024 —

Abington Bank served as the exclusive sponsor of the Shawn P. Cotter Memorial Basketball Tournament that took place February 19 to 21, 2024 at Abington High School. The tournament featured boys’ and girls’ teams from Abington, Rockland, and Sandwich high schools as well as Cape Cod Academy. Mr. Cotter was an attorney and a distinguished,

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A message to our customers on our recent merger announcement

February 22, 2024 —

Dear Valued Customer: We’re truly excited about our recent agreement to merge Abington Bank and North Shore Bank under our parent company, Hometown Financial Group. While both banks are already strong, we know that together we’ll be even better able to unlock potential for our employees, our communities, and especially you, our valued customers. Enhanced

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North Shore Bank and Abington Bank to Merge

Easthampton and Peabody, Massachusetts — February 15, 2024 —

Will create a $3 billion premier community bank with 25 branches serving eastern Massachusetts. Hometown Financial Group, Inc., the holding company for bankESB, bankHometown, and Abington Bank, and North Shore Bancorp, the holding company for North Shore Bank, jointly announced today that the organizations have entered into an agreement in which North Shore Bank will

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Abington Bank Promotes Gendreau to CLA Officer

Abington, Massachusetts — February 15, 2021 —

Abington Bank President and CEO Andrew J. Raczka recently announced the promotion of Jennifer Gendreau of Abington to Commercial Loan Administrator Officer. Gendreau joined Abington Bank from Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America in 2001. She began her career with the bank as a Teller, later transitioning to the Loan department as a Loan Coordinator

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NSB Headlines The Cabot’s Big Night

February 12, 2024 —

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS (www.northshore-bank.com) – North Shore Bank proudly announces its Headline sponsorship of The Cabot’s Big Night, cementing its commitment to supporting local arts and culture. As the $25,000 Headliner sponsor, the Bank underscores its dedication to fostering vibrant communities and enhancing the cultural landscape. This year’s event, being held on Saturday, May 11th will

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Abington Bank Donates $76,500 to Local Food Pantries

Abington, Massachusetts — February 9, 2024 —

Andrew J. Raczka, president and CEO of Abington Bank, announced that the bank’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign raised $71,500 for the 13 local food pantries that participated in the third annual fundraising drive. At the same time, the bank made an additional $5,000 donation to the Wellspring Multi-Service Food Distribution Center, which supports more than

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Kevin Tierney Recognized by Progeria Research Foundation

February 7, 2024 —

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS (www.northshore-bank.com) – North Shore Bank is proud to announce that on behalf of the Bank, CEO, Kevin M. Tierney, Sr., will be honored by The Progeria Reseaerch Foundation (PRF) with the Amy Award at their upcoming Night of Wonder gala. The award is dedicated to Amy Foose (1969-1985), whose sunny personality and love

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NSB to Serve as Presenting Sponsor of LEAP for Education Gala

January 31, 2024 —

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS (www.northshore-bank.com) – North Shore Bank is proud to announce its commitment to supporting underserved youth through a $10,000 donation to LEAP for Education. The bank will serve as a Presenting Sponsor for the upcoming Great Expectations Gala, an event dedicated to raising funds for programs that prepare young individuals for successful careers. The

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Abington Bank Donates $50,000 to NeighborWorks Housing Solutions

Abington, Massachusetts — January 26, 2024 —

Abington Bank, and its charitable giving program, The Giving Tree, recently awarded $50,000 to NeighborWorks Housing Solutions (NHS), in support of their mission to provide housing, housing resources, and financial education to families in need. The Giving Tree reflects the roots we have in our communities, our commitment to making a real difference in the

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Abington Bank donates $42,000 for fuel assistance

Abington, Massachusetts — January 25, 2024 —

In time for this winter’s home heating season, Abington Bank has donated $42,000 toward local fuel assistance programs for low-income families in seven communities. The donations were made to Self Help Inc. of Brockton and Quincy Community Action Programs, which will administer the funds for fuel assistance to qualifying families in Abington, Avon, Braintree, Brockton,

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Hometown Mortgage promotes Harris to Residential Lending Administrative Officer

Abington, Massachusetts — January 11, 2024 —

Hometown Mortgage recently promoted Jennifer Harris to residential lending administrative officer. Hometown Mortgage is a division of bankESB, a Hometown Financial Group company that also includes bankHometown and Abington Bank. Harris, of Raynham, has seven years of banking experience. She joined the former Envision Bank Mortgage Division, now Hometown Mortgage, in 2016 as a loan

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Abington Bank Promotes Teixeira to Float Retail Manager

Abington, Massachusetts — December 8, 2023 —

Maria Teixeira, of Stoughton, was recently promoted to float retail manager. Teixeira has more than 20 years of banking experience, having most recently served as assistant branch manager of Abington Bank’s Washington St., Stoughton, office since November 2022. Prior to that, she held a variety of roles including assistant branch manager, teller supervisor, and loan

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Abington Bank Supports Local Food Pantries through 3rd Annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fundraiser

Abington, Massachusetts — October 16, 2023 —

Andrew J. Raczka, president and CEO of Abington Bank, is kicking off the bank’s 2023 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries. This marks the third year of the bank’s annual appeal, which invites customers, employees, and community members to donate money between November 1 and November 30 to help fight

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Hometown Financial Group, Inc., Parent of Abington Bank, and Randolph Bancorp, Inc. Announce Receipt of Regulatory Approvals and Targeted Closing Date of Merger

EASTHAMPTON AND QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS — September 27, 2022 —

Hometown Financial Group, Inc. (“Hometown”), the multi-bank holding company for bankESB, bankHometown and Abington Bank, and Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNDB) (“Randolph”), the bank holding company for Envision Bank, jointly announced today that all regulatory approvals relating to the acquisition by Hometown of Randolph and Envision Bank have been received. Randolph shareholders previously approved the

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Abington Bank to Host Free Shred Day in Fall 2023

Abington, Massachusetts — September 15, 2023 —

UPDATE: The Fall Shred Day has been rescheduled. Abington Bank invites customers and members of the community to a free Shred Day on  Saturday, September 23, from Noon to 3:00 p.m. (or until the truck is full) at the bank’s Holbrook office at 95 North Franklin Street. Local residents can reduce their risk of identity

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Abington Bank Hires Jatoba as AVP, Branch Officer

Abington, Massachusetts — September 1, 2023 —

Joao “John” Jatoba was recently hired as assistant vice president, branch officer of Abington Bank’s Cobb Corner, Stoughton, office. Jatoba, of East Taunton, has more than 13 years of retail banking experience, having most recently served as a branch manager at SCU Credit Union. Prior to that, he was an assistant branch manager with both

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Abington Bank named among most charitable companies in Massachusetts

Abington, Massachusetts — September 1, 2023 —

Abington Bank has received the 2023 Corporate Citizenship Award from Boston Business Journal, recognizing the bank as one of Massachusetts’ top corporate charitable contributors. The Business Journal annually publishes this list to showcase companies that promote and prioritize giving back to their communities. Through its sponsorship and charitable giving program, The Giving Tree, Abington Bank

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Abington Bank Hires Ferreira as Assistant Branch Manager

Abington, Massachusetts — September 1, 2023 —

Gabrielle Ferreira was recently hired as assistant branch manager of Abington Bank’s Rockdale St., Braintree, office. Ferreira, of East Bridgewater, was most recently an assistant branch manager at MountainOne Bank and universal banker at Citizens Bank. She is currently attending Bridgewater State University and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance.

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