Our Cyber Security Team has been notified that several local community members have received phone calls that fraudulently claim on caller ID to be from Merrimack County Savings Bank. The criminals claim to be calling from Medicare and are trying to defraud and cause financial harm to the people that they are calling. At this time, […]
Beware of Fictitious Charities Requesting Donations
With the holidays and season for giving fast approaching, we wanted to remind you to beware of fictitious charities asking for donations. As the pandemic continues, many fake charities are portraying themselves as help for those in need of medical assistance. Both the FBI and Department of Justice have issued public warnings about the uptick in charity […]
Making Matters NH Supported by the Merrimack
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) has purchased $15,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of Making Matters NH. The Bank’s investment contributes to the organization’s plans of expanding equipment and lab space to better serve the Greater Concord community. Making Matters NH operates 8,500 square feet of makerspace […]
Capital Regional Development Council Supported by the Merrimack
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) has purchased $10,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of the Capital Regional Development Council (CRDC). The Bank’s investment will go toward the operating costs to help further CRDC’s mission of providing non-traditional financing for small business working capital, real estate […]
The Merrimack Donates $15,000 to NH Water Works Association
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) has purchased $15,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of the NH Water Works Association (NHWWA). The Bank’s investment will go toward the NHWWA’s efforts to engage their directors, partners and members to identify and address the critical needs of NH’s […]
Potential Fraud in Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
We have received notification from local businesses about instances of fraud in the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Advance Grant Program. EIDL was established as the first federal small-business assistance program activated to combat the economic crisis caused by COVID-19. The purpose of EIDL loans and advances are to aid eligible, small entities and businesses […]
Michael Heffernan Joins as Lending Compliance Officer
Michael Heffernan has joined New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB) as Lending Compliance Officer. In this role, Heffernan will help lead and oversee lending compliance management for NHMB’s sister banks Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB), Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) and Savings Bank of Walpole (SBW). “We’re happy to welcome Mike to our team,” said Angela […]
Robert Soloway Named Executive Vice President
Robert Soloway has been appointed Executive Vice President at New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). As Executive Vice President, Soloway will be a part of the NHMB Executive Leadership Team, continuing as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Soloway has greatly impacted NHMB’s evolving technology since joining the company in September 2019. As CTO, Soloway leads and oversees […]
Scammers Claiming to be from the Department of Justice, Preying on Seniors
The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) has received multiple reports of individuals claiming to represent the Department of Justice, calling members of the public as part of an imposter scam. The department strongly encourages consumers to remain vigilant and to not provide personal information during these calls, which appear to target seniors. Reports to the […]
Local Residents Report Fake Calls from Criminals
Local community members are reporting an increase in receiving fraudulent phone calls. Criminals disguise themselves by faking another phone number or identity and solicit sensitive information from the person who answers the phone. Common faked identities include the IRS, the Social Security Administration and other businesses and government organizations. It is illegal to use spoofed, or faked, caller […]