Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) supports the Currier Museum of Art with the purchase of $10,000 in tax credits towards the Chandler House Restoration Fund. Facilitated through the Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA), the funds will be used to restore the Chandler House in Manchester into a gallery, ceramic studio, art classrooms and office spaces. “We’re […]
Avoid Student Loan Debt Relief Scams
The Department of Education is now accepting applications for the federal student loan forgiveness program, and you can bet scammers are trying to take advantage of those seeking debt relief. The program provides eligible borrowers with full or partial discharge of loans up to $20,000 and reviews applications on a rolling basis, so beware of those who […]
The Merrimack Kicks Off Annual Mitten Tree Drive
Winter is coming, which means tradition continues at Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) with their Annual Mitten Tree Drive. Now through the end of December, The Merrimack will be collecting cold weather essentials to be distributed among local nonprofits in need of donations. “The Mitten Tree is a simple way to get into the holiday spirit […]
10 Tips to Protect Yourself from Fraud
Fraud can happen to anyone at any time and you could be a scammer’s next target. Even if you think your identity and online accounts are safe and secure, it’s still important to take the following steps to protect yourself: Review your credit at least once a year. By law, you’re entitled to one free credit report […]
The Merrimack Invests in Connecting Communities along the Concord – Lake Sunapee Rail Trail
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) is helping connect the communities along the historic Concord-Claremont Railroad line with the purchase of $15,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). The funds will go towards Phase 4 of the Concord – Lake Sunapee Rail Trail (CLSRT), which supports the completion of a 2.5 […]
The Merrimack Teams Up With Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of NH
Mark your calendars, the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk is returning to Concord on Sunday, October 16th with Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) as the sponsor of Survivor Place. The $10,000 Survivor Place sponsorship is a special tent that provides all survivors and thrivers an inviting area to experience the strength of uniting with others […]
Pay Yourself Scam: Keep Your Money Safe!
A recent scam utilizing peer-to-peer payment (P2P) services is tricking people into sending money directly to scammers. It’s known as the “Pay Yourself Scam”. Scammers pretend to be a representative from the person’s bank, contacting them about a “fraudulent” transaction. In order to stop it, the person needs to send money to themselves. Here’s how it works:It starts […]
The Merrimack Announces Top Dog in Inaugural Dog Days of Summer Contest
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) announces the winner of their first Dog Days of Summer photo contest. Out of the top five finalists, Rosco secured the most “likes” when put to public vote on Instagram. As The Merrimack’s top dog, Rosco earned himself $500 and $500 to his local animal rescue nonprofit of choice, Pope Memorial […]
Fraudsters Impersonating Bank Representatives in Imposter Scam
Imposter scams vary, but they all work the same way. It begins with a call, text or email from a scammer who is pretending to be someone the person trusts (i.e. government agent, local law enforcement, family member) in order to convince them to send money, oftentimes, in the form of gift cards, mobile payment, wire […]
The Merrimack Hosts Food Drive as Part of #NHBanksGiveBack
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) is hosting a food drive throughout the month of October to support our local food pantries as they prepare for the busy holiday season ahead. Each of The Merrimack’s seven locations will be collecting non-perishable food donations to help feed the nearly 95,000 people facing hunger in the Granite State. Donations will […]