Community Good Works
BankHometown and its employees collectively raised $17,500 for three United Way organizations in its coverage area. See who else gave back.
Community Good Works
Monson Savings Bank said it gave $100,000 to support the Scantic Valley YMCA’s fundraiser for major facility renovations and enhancements. See who else gave back.
Rockland Trust Seeking Organic Loan Growth in 2026
Rockland Trust executives also that due to the bank’s improved credit profile, it is looking to resume “normal” commercial real estate loan growth.
Personnel File – No. 431
From new VPs to fresh project managers, see who’s been hired, promoted and honored, it’s our weekly Personnel File roundup.
The Massachusetts Bank Mergers That Defined 2025
Massachusetts saw some major bank M&A deals in 2025, but five deals, in particular, helped grow local players’ deposit share.
Personnel File – No. 425
From new VPs to fresh project managers, see who’s been hired, promoted and honored: It’s our weekly Personnel File roundup.
New Mass. Law Nixes Homebuyer Tactic: Waiving Inspections
Starting today, Massachusetts home sellers aren’t be allowed to require buyers waive their right to an inspection. Lawmakers hope it levels the playing field.
Rockland Trust Adds New Training Facility and Call Center
Rockland Trust announced it will be expanding its office space in Brockton to add a new training facility and call center.
Personnel File – No. 418
From new VPs to fresh project managers, see who’s been hired, promoted and honored: It’s our weekly Personnel File roundup.
September Rate Cut Will Be Felt in CRE Refi Market
A highly anticipated rate cut in September will help Massachusetts developments looking to refinance debt, but bankers don’t expect much immediate impact on loan pricing.
Vineyard Affordable Housing Gets $31M Construction Loan
Rockland Trust provided a $31 million construction loan for what’s being billed as the largest year-round affordable housing development on Martha’s Vineyard.
Personnel File – No. 416
From new VPs to fresh project managers, see who’s been hired, promoted and honored: It’s our weekly Personnel File roundup.
Rockland Trust CEO: Now Aiming for Organic Growth, Not Mergers
Rockland Trust built its sizable position in the Eastern Massachusetts banking market on 20 years of successful acquisitions. But these days, it’s focused on demonstrating it can grow on its own.
Rockland Trust Completes Acquisition of Enterprise Bank
Rockland Trust has completed its acquisition of Enterprise Bank, with Enterprise shareholders receiving $1.3 million less in cash than originally anticipated.
Personnel File – No. 407
From new VPs to fresh project managers, see who’s been hired, promoted and honored: It’s our weekly Personnel File roundup.
Low-Risk Multifamily Market Attracts Increased Bank Investment
Multifamily has become the almost last asset class standing when it comes to ground-up commercial development in Massachusetts, and banks are increasing their involvement in the sector accordingly.
Rockland Trust Will Lay Off 125 at Enterprise Bank If Merger Goes Ahead
Rockland Trust told investors it expects to find cuts equivalent to 30 percent of Enterprise Bank’s operating costs, but won’t close branches.
Rockland Trust to Keep Presence in Lowell Post-Merger, Despite new HQ
While Rockland Trust is planning to move to a new, larger corporate headquarters at the same time it’s seeking approval to buy Enterprise Bank, the bank says it will be maintaining an office in Lowell after the merger.
Rockland Trust Consolidates HQ in Ex-Biotech Office
Rockland Trust will be moving its corporate headquarters back to Rockland, the South Shore town where it was first formed.
Rockland Trust Ups Loan-Loss Provision Amid Office Turbulence
An increase in its set-aside for troubled loans as speculation grows about a possible recession saw Rockland Trust’s net income tick downwards in the first quarter.
