The FBI has published a Public Service Announcement concerning targeted exploitation of mobile banking apps due to the increase in the use of them as a result of the COVID‑19 crisis. It’s estimated that more than 75% of Americans used mobile banking somehow in 2019. Since 2020 there has been a 50% increase and this percentage […]
Linda Lorden Named Secretary of the Board for NH Bankers
The New Hampshire Bankers Association (NH Bankers) elected Officers and Directors for the coming fiscal year during its Annual Meeting held virtually on June 19, 2020. The meeting was well attended, with over 150 members of the New Hampshire Banking industry. NH Banker members voted to elect Richard Wallis, President and CEO of Piscataqua Savings Bank, […]
All branch lobbies are now open without an appointment. Welcome back and thank you for your patience with us!
To our valued customers: We have been pleased to welcome you back into some of our branches during our phased re-opening over the last few weeks. We wanted to update you that, as of Monday, July 13, all lobbies are open to regular foot traffic. This includes our Hooksett Welcome Center office. If you have not yet visited […]
Welcome Back! All Office Lobbies Now Open
To our valued customers: We have been pleased to welcome you back into some of our branches during our phased re-opening over the last few weeks. We wanted to update you that, as of Monday, July 13, all lobbies are open to regular foot traffic. This includes our Hooksett Welcome Center office. If you have not yet visited […]
Proudly Supporting Concord Coalition to End Homelessness
The Merrimack proudly supports Concord Coalition to End Homelessness – an organization that offers resources that help people struggling with homelessness meet their basic needs, and provides permanent housing opportunities to some of Concord’s most vulnerable citizens. They work with community partners and advocate for solutions that actually end homelessness. We recently stopped by to chat with […]
New Health and Safety Measures at Our Branches
To ensure your health and safety, as well as that of our employees and other visitors, we have implemented a number of precautionary measure to promote social distancing and minimize the spread of germs:Some building entrances may be closed, but they will be clearly marked, directing you to the entrance to use. When you arrive, there […]
Be Aware of COVID-19 Unemployment Schemes
There have been reports of a variety of unemployment schemes involving Nigerian cybercriminal groups filing fraudulent unemployment claims in various states. These criminals have already received hundreds of thousands of dollars in stolen funds. Unemployment claims have been filed for people who have lost their jobs and even those who haven’t. There have already been examples of […]
How to Verify Your Stimulus Debit Card
The US Treasury has been sending stimulus payments in the form of prepaid debit cards to those without direct deposit information on file with the IRS. As supplying personal identifiable information is required to activate the cards, criminals have already started to take advantage of the situation by creating fraudulent cards with accompanying letters containing a […]
Fraudsters Using Others Information to File for Unemployment
There has been a sharp rise in unemployment fraud amid the current pandemic. Federal and state agencies are investigating substantial fraud schemes involving stolen personal identifying information to fraudulently claim unemployment benefits. Criminals are applying for unemployment with stolen personal information and requesting direct deposit for these financial benefits. Once the deposits are made to their accounts, the […]
Link to CFPB Video About Economic Impact Payments Prepaid Debit Card
If you have qualified for an Economic Impact Payment (EIP) the government might mail you your money on a prepaid VISA debit card beginning this week. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has released an informational video for consumers on how they can access their funds. Once the card is activated, consumers may use it to get cash, […]