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With financing provided by MVSB, Co-Owners Renee Bickford, James Bickford and Executive Chef Eric Weiss were able to purchase and renovate a site for their new restaurant, Woodlands Tavern on Mount Major Highway in Alton. The Co-Owners worked with MVSB’s Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer, Gracie Cilley, to purchase the former site of the William Tell Inn in Alton last year. The 19th century building has a long history as an inn, resort and restaurant. Despite its need for restoration and renovation, Renee, James and Eric could see the potential in the location and architecture; it was the perfect […]

MVSB customers with a GenGold® membership are eligible for extra sweet deals this Valentine’s Day from the GenGold® national network of retailers. Discounts available directly from GenGold® include:Flowers – Now through February 7th, save 25% on flower orders from fromyouflowers.com. Dinner and a Movie for Two – Now through February 7th, get special savings on your choice of restaurant gift cards and any pair of movie tickets. Limit 2 per account. Only $50.00. Romantic Getaways – Between February 14th and February 18th receive an extra 50% on your rebate for hotel reservations made through GenGold®. Extra savings applies for stays from February 14th through March 31st. […]

The MVSB Charitable Fund has awarded $99,992 in grants to area nonprofits. The 2013 Charitable Fund contributions include 13 grants to assist agencies with their individual needs.  An additional $28,425 will be disbursed to area food pantries later this year. These grants are in addition to MVSB’s many local contributions in the form of sponsorships, donations and scholarships, as well as the extraordinary volunteer efforts of its employees.  “The MVSB charitable fund was developed as part of our long-term commitment to investing in the communities and people we serve,” said Rick Wyman, Executive Vice President and CFO at MVSB and Charitable […]

We are pleased to announce the results of this year’s Mitten Tree Program with contributions of $3,240 to local non-profit organizations. Thanks to the generous support of the community, 1,620 winter weather accessories – including hats, mittens and scarves – were also collected and distributed to local families in need.  The Mitten Tree Program has been an MVSB community tradition for many years.  In the weeks before Christmas, each of MVSB’s 11 offices accepts and proudly displays donated handmade or purchased mittens, hats and scarves. For each item donated, MVSB provided a $2 contribution to local charitable organizations within the communities […]

As you may have heard on the news last week, Target Stores suffered a significant card data breach beginning the week of Thanksgiving that affected nearly 40 million credit and debit cardholders.  The unauthorized access is most likely to have impacted shoppers who made credit or debit card purchases in U.S. Target stores between November 27 and December 15, 2013.  Information exposed as a result of this breach includes:  customer name, credit or debit card number, and the card’s expiration date and CVV (the three-digit security code) – sufficient information for fraudsters to make unauthorized purchases or create counterfeit cards. […]

The Fund  is pleased to announce a $2,500 grant to the Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School. These grant funds were used to purchase updated cribs that are necessary for childcare center to meet revised safety rules for infant cribs. “We are so thankful for this award from the MVSB Fund,” said Constance Pelletier, Executive Director for Inter-Lakes Day Care Center and Nursery School. “Changes in safety guidelines can’t always be planned for and can often cut into funds allocated for educational programs and trips.  We appreciate MVSB’s willingness to help our organization provide the safest environment to our […]

This time of the year is made for celebration and MVSB provides exclusive discounts at local business partners to assist you with finishishing off any last minute holiday gift giving, cooking or decorating tasks! MVSB and GenGold® can help you plan the perfect holiday surprises for the special people in your life, whether it’s memorable Christmas or spectacular New Year celebrations. With over 450 local business partners, you’re sure to get the help, excitement and expertise you’ll need to make your holidays unforgettable!  Check out these local deals:Best Party Ever Parties & Events, Plymouth – 10% discount on all services Kara’s Café, Meredith – […]

In observance of the upcoming holidays, MVSB will be closed the following dates and times:Christmas Eve, December 24 – All offices close at 1:00 pm.  The cut off time for all transactions made through Mobile Banking, Online Banking, and Phone Banking . The cut off time for deposits made through Deposit Express will be 1pm.  All transactions made after this time will not be processed until December 26th. Christmas Day, December 25 – All offices will be closed New Years Eve, December 31 – All offices close at 2:30 pm.  The cut off time for all deposits made through Deposit Express […]

We are pleased to announce the December Book of the Month Program selections! Each year, MVSB donates funds to allow local libraries to purchase and promote new books. The MVSB Book of the Month program seeks to foster the joy of reading and learning for people of all ages. Participating libraries each receive an annual $500 donation to purchase two or more books each month to be displayed on their shelves as the MVSB Books of the Month. MVSB also supplies colorful displays designed to attract library patrons to these monthly selections. December 2013 Book of the Month selections are:Laconia Public […]

MVSB recently provided critical support to the Laconia Area Community Land Trust (LACLT) to upgrade its properties by purchasing $40,000 in tax credits from the nonprofit. New Hampshire’s Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) recently awarded LACLT $500,000 in tax credits to sell to businesses.  Proceeds from the sales will be used to upgrade 60 units of LACLT’s permanently affordable rental housing, many of which are showing significant wear and tear. “MVSB’s relationship with the Laconia Area Community Land Trust has grown naturally out of our common commitment to community development and financial education,” said Sam Laverack, President & CEO.  “We are […]