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Mutual Bank, a community bank with nine branches throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, will seek approval to convert its federal charter to that of a Massachusetts co-operative bank, the Bank's Chief Executive Officer Glen White announced today.

Bank of Oak Ridge (Nasdaq:BKOR) is holding a free shred day in conjunction with its 13-year anniversary...

Austin Hill is Vice President and Branch Manager for both Summerfield and New Garden...

Martin Pratt joins Bank of Oak Ridge in Oak Ridge, NC as Business Relationship Manager.

Needham bank contributes a total of $14,000 to playground renovation.

Mr. Morse joins Needham Bank with 20 years of experience in the banking industry. Prior to Needham Bank, he was a Managing Partner with Caber Partners, a Boston-based financial services management consulting practice.

Ms. Bell brings more than than ten years of experience in community banking to her post at Needham Bank.

Mutual Bank unveils plans for its 10th branch; groundbreaking at Bedford Street site called ‘right piece of puzzle’ for Whitman intersection.

The concert series will feature six musical performances, including perennial favorite Livingston Taylor, bluegrass musician Sierra Hull, Grammy Award winning jazz musician Danilo Perez and the Berklee Jazz Orchestra and Symphony Nova.

Proceeds from the event, held on Saturday, December 8th at Mosley’s on the Charles, will help support initiatives of the Dedham Public Schools and benefit children within the community.

For the third consecutive year Needham Bank sponsored one of ten train cars at the popular Needham holiday event, held Decembers 1st.

Unity Bank President & CEO James A. Hughes has been appointed a member of the New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers) Board of Directors.

Mutual Bank, a community bank with nine branches throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, announces that Jessica Silvia of Falmouth has been appointed Manager of the Mutual Bank Falmouth branch, at 668 Main Street.

Selection for this honor is based upon outstanding support for the college and overall contribution to the greater community.

Construction to begin in September, with completion anticipated by summer of 2013

Encore National Bank is pleased to welcome Tammy Randolph as the new Branch Manager of the bank’s main branch in Naples. Randolph will oversee day-to-day operations and business development at the branch located at 3003 Tamiami Trail North.

AccuSystems recently announced its newest client, Equitable Savings and Loan. AccuSystems markets its document imaging and tracking software to community and regional banks.

The concert series will celebrate the restoration of the James Hugh Powers Hall within the Needham Town Hall.

Mutual Bank, a community bank with nine branches throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, will seek approval to convert its federal charter to that of a Massachusetts co-operative bank, the Bank's Chief Executive Officer Glen White announced today.

Beth Bczkowski becomes Controller and Angelica Campos becomes Financial Analyst for Bank of Oak Ridge in Oak Ridge, NC

The South Eastern Economic Development (SEED) Corporation and Mutual Bank will hold two basic business workshops in Plymouth on Thursday, May 16, aimed at assisting potential and existing entrepreneurs.

Bank of Oak Ridge (Nasdaq:BKOR) is holding a free shred day in conjunction with its 13-year anniversary...

Austin Hill is Vice President and Branch Manager for both Summerfield and New Garden...

Bank of Oak Ridge (Nasdaq:BKOR) is pleased to announce Jason Woods has accepted the newly-created position of Vice President and Manager of Retail Projects.

Martin Pratt joins Bank of Oak Ridge in Oak Ridge, NC as Business Relationship Manager.

White assumed the post of Mutual Bank's Chief Executive Officer in 2003, and joined the board of directors in 2000.

The South Street home will provide housing for adults with developmental disabilities.

The Bank’s sponsorship will help outfit DSYBS teams with uniforms and equipment, hire umpires and conduct developmental clinics to provide specialized training for participating youths.

The Bank’s donation helped pay for the team’s 24 jackets, according to Bain Gill, a member of the Board of Medfield Youth Lacrosse.

Ms. Mustone brings 10 years of experience as a Mortgage Loan Analyst to her role at Needham Bank.

The Fred Holland Day House has served as headquarters for the Norwood Historical Society since 1935 and remains as one of the finest mansions from Norwood’s heyday in the late 1800’s.

Needham bank contributes a total of $14,000 to playground renovation.

Mr. Morse joins Needham Bank with 20 years of experience in the banking industry. Prior to Needham Bank, he was a Managing Partner with Caber Partners, a Boston-based financial services management consulting practice.

Ms. Bell brings more than than ten years of experience in community banking to her post at Needham Bank.

Mutual Bank unveils plans for its 10th branch; groundbreaking at Bedford Street site called ‘right piece of puzzle’ for Whitman intersection.

The concert series will feature six musical performances, including perennial favorite Livingston Taylor, bluegrass musician Sierra Hull, Grammy Award winning jazz musician Danilo Perez and the Berklee Jazz Orchestra and Symphony Nova.

Proceeds from the event, held on Saturday, December 8th at Mosley’s on the Charles, will help support initiatives of the Dedham Public Schools and benefit children within the community.

For the third consecutive year Needham Bank sponsored one of ten train cars at the popular Needham holiday event, held Decembers 1st.

Now in its sixth year, the event will run from noon to midnight on December 31st with a wide variety of programs.

Unity Bank President & CEO James A. Hughes has been appointed a member of the New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers) Board of Directors.

Mr. Totino brings 28 years of experience in the banking industry to his executive post.

Mutual Bank, a community bank with nine branches throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, announces that Jessica Silvia of Falmouth has been appointed Manager of the Mutual Bank Falmouth branch, at 668 Main Street.

Mr. Buttermore joins Needham Bank with more than 30 years of project execution, process design, compliance and risk management experience in various banking organizations.

Voting continues until November 16th… public urged to vote for choice of schools in second phase of contest

Selection for this honor is based upon outstanding support for the college and overall contribution to the greater community.

The employees of Trinity Commercial Capital and BizLoanFunding.com have formed Waterstone LSP, LLC. Waterstone LSP operates as a U.S. Small Business Administration approved lender service provider serving community banks.

Construction to begin in September, with completion anticipated by summer of 2013

Today, hundreds of community bank and credit union executives from across the country gathered for the first Kasasa Family Reunion to strategize around how to take back market share from the megabanks.

A new non-profit association of community development banking professionals, the Metropolitan Saint Louis CRA Association, has announced its formation.

Jack McGeorge, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Needham Bank, was one of sixteen bankers from across the state to receive the inaugural “Community Bank Hero” award from Banker & Tradesman (www.bankerandtradesman.com).

The American Cancer Society event is scheduled for June 15 and 16 at the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School

Bank of Oak Ridge (Nasdaq: BKOR) has been named the Best Bank in the Triad area of North Carolina as part of Yes! Weekly's annual readers' survey.

Encore National Bank is pleased to welcome Tammy Randolph as the new Branch Manager of the bank’s main branch in Naples. Randolph will oversee day-to-day operations and business development at the branch located at 3003 Tamiami Trail North.

AccuSystems recently announced its newest client, Equitable Savings and Loan. AccuSystems markets its document imaging and tracking software to community and regional banks.

The concert series will celebrate the restoration of the James Hugh Powers Hall within the Needham Town Hall.

Branch Office Exceeds’s for Growth With Deposits Jumping Nearly 30% to $70 Million;

Rockwall Bancshares, Inc. today announced the appointment of Eric Anderson as chief executive officer. Anderson, a veteran Texas banker, brings more than 27 years of banking experience to the corporation.

Needham Bank donates $5,000 to program for third consecutive year. The program provides scholarships for area children to attend summer camps.

Needham Bank offered Frisbees, beach balls and other summer giveaways to the crowd.

The Mutual Bank team participated in the American Cancer Society Relay for Life for Bridgewater, Lakeville and Middleboro raising more than $12,180 in the fight against cancer.

As a Premier Lake Forest Bank, Baytree National Bank & Trust Co. Offers $50 Gift Certificates for Customers Who Take Advantage of our Rainy Day Liquidity Program

Fifth Graders in Florida, NY Learn Valuable Skills Operating ‘The Golden Bank of Florida’

AccuSystems, a banking software company, has been featured in an article on document imaging, published in Independent Banker from the ICBA (Independent Community Bankers of America). The article discusses the benefits of a bank imaging system.

Texas bank bucks the trend of U.S. economic downturn to build base

Business Marketing Association awards event recognizes top examples of corporate branding

According to industry observer, an inspired but uncomplicated legislative change will provide banks with greater opportunities to offer better services to their business customers

Hundreds Attend Event Held by Town of Greenburgh To Salute Veterans Who Bravely Served Our Nation

While the share of deposits made in community banks dwindled from 70% in 1994 to 12.4% in 2009; the current economic recession is proving to be a boon for these organizations .