North Shore Bank to Host a Free Shred Day

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — October 1, 2025 —

North Shore Bank invites customers and members of the community to a free Shred Day at their 248 Andover Street, Peabody office. This event will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (or until the truck is full) on Saturday, November 1. Residents can reduce their risk of identity theft by bringing old mail,

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Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, Donates $5,000 to Friends of Abington Seniors, Inc.

ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS — September 29, 2025 —

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

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Abington Bank Supports Local Food Pantries through 5th Annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fundraiser

ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS — September 25, 2025 —

Michael R. Wheeler, president and chief executive officer of Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, is kicking off the bank’s 2025 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries. This marks the fifth year of the bank’s annual appeal, which invites customers, employees, and community members to donate money between

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North Shore Bank Supports Local Food Pantries through 2nd Annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fundraiser

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — September 25, 2025 —

Michael R. Wheeler, president and chief executive officer of North Shore Bank, is kicking off the bank’s 2025 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries. This marks the second year of the bank’s annual appeal, which invites customers, employees, and community members to donate money between October 1 and October 31

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The Key to Secure Passwords

In 2024, the most commonly used password in the United States was “secret,” followed by “123456” and “password,” according to NordPass, a provider of cybersecurity and password management tools for individuals and businesses. Because passwords are a primary line of defense against identity theft, using weak or recycled passwords like these makes it easy for

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Protect Your Business from Check and ACH Fraud.

The most common form of financial fraud that businesses encounter is check fraud. Over 60% of organizations reported that they faced check fraud in 2024, according to the Association for Financial Professionals 2025 survey. With evolving technology and more reliance on electronic payments, ACH (Automated Clearing House) fraud is also on the rise. Learn more

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North Shore Bank petitions the Commissioner of Banks for permission to merge with Colonial Federal Savings Bank

Peabody, Massachusetts — August 29, 2025 —

THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Division of Banks NORTH SHORE BANK, A CO-OPERATIVE BANK, Peabody, Massachusetts (NORTH SHORE BANK) has petitioned the Commissioner of Banks for permission to merge with COLONIAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, Quincy, Massachusetts in a multi-step transaction. Under the terms of an Agreement and Plan of Merger, COLONIAL FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK will merge

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North Shore Bank Hires Karwowski as Commercial Loan Administrator

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — August 29, 2025 —

North Shore Bank is pleased to announce the hiring of Jill Karwowski as a commercial loan administrator and officer of the bank. In this role, she will support the bank’s commercial lending team by managing loan documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional service to business clients throughout the region. Karwowski brings 33 years of

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Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, Donates $25,000 to Wellspring Multi-Service Centers’ Expanding Access Campaign

ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS — August 27, 2025 —

Abington Bank, a division of North Shore Bank, has announced a $25,000 contribution to Wellspring Multi-Service Centers in support of the organization’s Expanding Access Campaign—a comprehensive initiative aimed at increasing access to vital support services for individuals and families on the South Shore. The Expanding Access Campaign is designed to enhance Wellspring’s capacity to serve

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Abington Bank to Host Two Free Shred Days

ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS — August 27, 2025 —

Abington Bank invites customers and members of the community to two free Shred Days at local offices. Events will be held from Noon to 3:00 p.m. (or until the truck is full) on the following dates and at the following locations. Saturday, September 27: Cohasset 3A office, 800 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Cohasset, MA Saturday,

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