We are excited to announce the winners of our annual photo contest. Selected photos will be featured in the community calendar as well as on the Bank’s website and social media. Images will also be included in desk calendars, holiday cards and note cards. Complimentary calendars will be available to the public during the late fall in the Bank’s branch offices. “The submissions for this year’s photo contest were incredible, and they really captured the different seasons and unique character of New Hampshire. It’s always challenging to narrow down the entries to our top picks,” said Deborah Irwin, Assistant Vice […]
Archives for 2021
Fraudsters Posing as Fraud Center Representatives
Local community members are reporting receiving fake fraud alert text messages and calls claiming to be from their bank. In some cases, the messages use a local bank name or “spoof”/mask the caller ID appear to be from a bank phone number The scam begins when a victim receives a fake fraud alert by text message or voice call about a suspicious transaction on their account. Shortly after the victim responds to “NO” or that the transaction was not authorized, they receive a phone call from scammer posing as a fraud representative from their bank. They ask the victim to […]
Be on the Lookout for Phishing Emails Posing as Online Companies
There has been a recent uptick in phishing emails from well-known online services, like Office 365 and Zoom. The emails received direct victims to click on a fake link and provide their usernames and passwords. Victims that receive these emails and click on the link are sent to a CAPTCHA verification page, which is used to make the scam seem legitimate. Once “verified,” a fake error page appears asking the victim to log in to their account, giving the cybercriminal instant access to their username, password and ultimately their online accounts. Where many people use the same login credentials for […]
MVSB Fund Grant Applications due October 15
Local nonprofits who wish to apply for the MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) Fund grants can do so prior to October 15th. Established in 1997, under the leadership of John Starrett, then-President and CEO of the Bank, the MVSB Fund at New Hampshire Charitable Foundation makes grant-based contributions to nonprofit organizations that enrich and improve the quality of life for residents living in the Bank’s service areas. Since the Fund’s inception, 417 grants have been awarded, totaling over $1.6 million dollars in contributions to a wide range of environmental, social, educational and historic projects throughout the greater Lakes Region, Plymouth […]
MVSB Supports NH Now Photography Book and Exhibitions of Life in the Granite State
We are proud to sponsor New Hampshire Now, a collaborative effort between New Hampshire Historical Society and New Hampshire Society of Photographic Artists portraying current life in New Hampshire through photography. The curated collection will be presented in a limited-edition book, available for purchase beginning Oct. 1, as well as in a series of simultaneous exhibits at locations across the state starting the same date. With more than 55 accomplished photographers featured, New Hampshire Artist Laureate Gary Samson curated the project, selecting from more than 10,000 photographs submitted. The photographs depict all aspects of contemporary life in the state, from […]
James D. Sutherland Memorial Scholarship 2021 Recipients
We are pleased to announce the 2021 recipients of the James D. Sutherland Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to one graduating senior from high schools located in towns and cities where MVSB has a branch. This year’s recipients include:Annabelle Eisenmann, of Gilmanton, attending Bridgewater State University Katherine Allen, of Laconia, attending New Hampshire Technical Institute Ryan Mason, of Moultonborough, attending University of New Hampshire Ashley DeRuvo, of Holderness, attending Cleveland Institute of Art Justin Maynard, of Alton, attending Champlain College Emma Richardson, of Meredith, attending the University of Southern Maine Sara Grace Barba, of Rye, attending University of […]
Gale School in Belmont to Become Childcare and Community Program Center
We are proud to support Lakes Region Community Developers (LRCD) with the purchase of $10,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). The funds will be put towards the Gale School Redevelopment Project at 60 Concord Street in Belmont Village. The Gale School was built in 1894, and was used by the Belmont School District until the mid-1980s when it was vacated. Since then, the empty building has stood vacant and fallen into disrepair. In 2017 it was selected as one of New Hampshire’s Seven to Save and in 2018 was named to the New […]
Realtor Safety Webinar on September 23
On September 23 at 10am we will be hosting a complimentary webinar on safety for local Realtors. In the hour-long virtual event, former Tilton Police Chief and security expert Bobby Cormier will provide real world best practices to help Realtors remain safe on the job. “When business hours are flexible and meeting clients in new and unfamiliar settings is the norm, it’s important to make personal safety a priority,” said Cormier. “With the added stresses of low inventory, bidding wars and financial pressures due to the pandemic, we hope this webinar will give local Realtors some simple tips, techniques and […]
Help for Renters and Landlords
The following information is available via the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for renters and landlords. State and local organizations are distributing federal rental assistance in their communities. The money can help landlords and renters who are struggling to keep up with rent and other bills. Many programs take applications from both landlords and renters. If you’re a renter having trouble paying your rent, utilities, or other housing costs – or if you’re a landlord trying to stay afloat with tenants in this situation – help may be available. State and local programs are taking applications from renters and landlords […]
Business Email Compromises Leading to Large Fraud Losses Statewide
Our Cyber Security Team has notified us of a new cybercrime targeting businesses across the state. In the scheme, known as Business Email Compromise (BEC) or Email Account Compromise (EAC), hackers impersonate a known email contact, such as a vendor, a government agency or a company executive to attempt to gain unauthorized information or access to commit fraud. The hacker’s goal is to take over access to email and financial accounts in order to defraud the business of as much money as they can, as quickly as possible. Recently, several municipalities have been targeted, one falling victim and leading to […]
