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TruNorth Bank Donates $40,000 for Fuel Assistance Funds Earmarked for Low-income Families in Seven Communities.

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — February 23, 2026 —

TruNorth Bank has donated $40,000 toward local fuel assistance programs in the South Shore communities it serves. 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, Holbrook, Randolph, and Stoughton. “We’re committed to

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TruNorth Bank Announces 2025 Giving Totals Through The Giving Tree Charitable Initiative

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — February 17, 2026 —

TruNorth Bank is proud to announce that through its charitable giving initiative, The Giving Tree, the bank donated more than $940,000 to local nonprofits and charitable organizations in 2025, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to strengthening the communities it serves. TruNorth Bank has contributed nearly $5.3 million over the past 10 years, supporting a wide range

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Gary Frost Promoted to Senior Vice President, Information Technology Infrastructure

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — February 12, 2026 —

TruNorth Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Gary Frost to senior vice president of Information Technology Infrastructure. In this expanded leadership role, Frost will oversee technology infrastructure strategy, ensuring secure, reliable, and innovative systems that support operations and long-term growth for TruNorth Bank as well as bankESB and bankHometown, the family of banks

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TruNorth Bank Demonstrates Commitment to Community Through $10,000 Corporate Partnership with Essex County Community Foundation

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — February 11, 2026 —

TruNorth Bank is proud to announce its commitment to the community as a $10,000 Corporate Partner of the Essex County Community Foundation (ECCF) for 2026, reinforcing the bank’s ongoing dedication to strengthening local communities and supporting organizations that create lasting, positive impact across Essex County. Through this partnership, TruNorth Bank will support ECCF’s mission to

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Colonial Federal Savings Bank Joins North Shore Bank, Strengthening Its Commitment to Community

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — December 26, 2025 —

North Shore Bank recently announced that Colonial Federal Savings Bank has officially joined the North Shore Bank family, uniting two long-standing community banks with a shared dedication to local investment, exceptional customer service, and meaningful community impact. This partnership brings together two institutions deeply rooted in their communities, expanding resources and enhancing the shared mission

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North Shore Bank Contributes $25,000 to the Cabot Performing Arts Center to Sponsor New Stageside Lounge

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS —

North Shore Bank is proud to announce a $25,000 contribution to the Cabot Performing Arts Center in support of its newly opened Stageside Lounge, a modern and inviting space designed to elevate the theater-going experience for patrons of The Cabot. The Stageside Lounge, unveiled during a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by representatives from North Shore

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Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, Raises $54,600 for Local Food Pantries

ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS — December 10, 2025 —

Michael Wheeler, president and CEO of Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, announced that the bank’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign raised $54,600 for the 13 local food pantries that participated in this fifth annual fundraising drive. The Neighbors Helping Neighbors appeal is part of the bank’s charitable giving program, The Giving Tree, which

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North Shore Bank Raises $44,000 for Local Food Pantries

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — December 9, 2026 —

Michael Wheeler president and CEO of North Shore Bank announced that the bank’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign raised $44,000 for the 11 local food pantries that participated in this second annual 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 to

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North Shore Bank Donates $30,000 to Peabody Education Foundation to Support Student Mental Wellness

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — December 8, 2026 —

North Shore Bank announced a $30,000 contribution to the Peabody Education Foundation (PEF) in support of its Mental Wellness Initiative, a growing community effort that provides critical resources, programming, and support services to help local students navigate mental health challenges. The Mental Wellness Initiative focuses on early-intervention programming, wellness education, and access to tools that

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Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, Contributes $3,000 to Support New Wheelchair-Accessible Van for Local Veterans

ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS — October 29, 2025 —

Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, recently made a $3,000 contribution to the Abington Rotary Club and the Town of Abington’s Office of Veterans’ Services to support the purchase of a new, wheelchair-accessible van dedicated to serving local veterans and their widows. The new van will provide safe, reliable transportation to medical appointments,

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