Giving Tree

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

Abington Bank has announced a $2,500 donation to Plymouth County Family Support, Inc. (PCFS) to help address food insecurity in the Plymouth community. The funds will support PCFS’s efforts in partnership with Algonquin Heights, a low-income housing complex in Plymouth, to provide consistent access to nutritious food for local families in need. In addition to …

Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, recently announced a $5,000 donation to the Friends of Abington Seniors, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for local seniors through a variety of programs, services, and activities. The funding will help support the organization’s ongoing initiatives, including social, educational, wellness, and …