Notice to Close a Branch
bankHometown, of Oxford, Massachusetts has petitioned the Massachusetts Division of Banks for permission to close a branch office located at 218R Main Street, Webster, Massachusetts 01570. The proposed date for the closing of this branch office is scheduled for the close of business on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Customers of the branch office closing will …
What to Know About Tech Support Scams in 2025
Tech support scammers try to steal money and sensitive information by tricking individuals into believing their computer or device has a serious issue, such as a virus or system failure. Here are five things know about tech scams in 2025. Scams are evolving with AI. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed many industries, but unfortunately, it …
Fraud Alert: “Gold Bar” Government Impersonation Scam is Making the Rounds
The FBI and other federal government agencies are warning consumers about a “Gold Bar” government impersonation scam that has bilked Americans out of millions of dollars. bankHometown is aware of several cases of this scheme taking place locally. We’re providing this Fraud Alert to help you remain on-guard and protect yourselves. How The Scam Works …
Hometown Mortgage secures nearly $1.5 million in grants for local homebuyers
Hometown Mortgage, our mortgage company, recently announced it had helped more than 50 low- and moderate-income families across Massachusetts and neighboring states buy homes through securing nearly $1.5 million in grants from homeownership programs in 2025. Hometown Mortgage helped borrowers secure more than $1 million in grants from three programs funded by FHLBank Boston. The …
bankHometown names Gorky Assistant Branch Manager in Oxford
bankHometown recently announced that Angela Gorky has accepted the role of assistant branch manager of its 31 Sutton Ave., Oxford office. Gorky, of Woodstock, CT, has 8 years of banking experience. She joined bankHometown in 2017 as a teller supervisor, and was most recently assistant branch manager of the bank’s 331 Main St., Sturbridge office. …
bankHometown promotes Likes to Learning and Development Officer
bankHometown recently announced that Alexandra Likes has been promoted to learning and development officer, based at its 182 Main St., Putnam, CT office. Likes, of Dudley, MA, has 12 years of experience in banking. She rejoined bankHometown in 2018 as learning and development specialist, was promoted in 2021 to senior learning and development specialist, and …
bankHometown promotes Howard to branch manager in Sturbridge
bankHometown recently promoted Jason Howard to branch manager, based in its 331 Main St., Sturbridge office. Howard, of Woodstock, has more than eight years of banking experience. He joined bankHometown in 2017 as a float teller, was promoted to assistant branch manager in 2018, and has worked in the Thompson and Putnam offices throughout his …
Fraud Prevention Awareness: Watch Out for Elder Abuse Scams.
Did you know that older adults lost more money to fraud in 2024 than any other age group? The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that victims in their 60s lost more than $1.18 billion to fraud! Most of that was through imposter scams, investment scams, and romance scams. June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month and …
Beware: Scammers are impersonating your boss!
Have you ever received an urgent text message or email from your boss that required immediate attention? Most people have, which is why fraudsters are posing as your boss to steal money or sensitive information about you or your company. What is a boss impersonation scam? The scam begins with a simple text message, claiming …
bankHometown promotes Thebeau to Assistant Branch Manager
bankHometown recently promoted Jenna Thebeau to assistant branch manager of its 90 Exchange St., Athol office. Thebeau, of Orange, has nearly a year of banking experience after joining bankHometown in 2024 as a teller supervisor. In this new leadership role, she will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operations of the branch while …
