Banking & Finance
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Protect Your Digital Identity from Cybercriminals
Picture this: You’re sitting in your favorite coffee shop, sipping on a steaming latte while browsing through your phone. Unbeknownst to you, a skilled cybercriminal lurking nearby has just accessed your personal information and is plotting to steal your identity. In today’s digital age, the threat of identity theft looms large, but fear not! In…
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Stephen McWilliams Joins Meridian as Regional Commercial Banking Director
Meridian Bank has appointed Stephen McWilliams to the position of Regional Commercial Banking Director for Philadelphia and South Jersey. With over 35 years of experience in the banking industry, McWilliams has specialized in business lending to a variety of industries, credit risk management and team building. In this new role, McWilliams will strengthen the Meridian brand, cultivate relationships…
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C&N Helps Kids and Teens Understand the Power of Saving
It’s never too early — or too late — to teach kids the value of saving money. Whether they’re tucking away spare change in a piggy bank or setting a goal for their first car, helping children and teens understand how saving works builds essential habits for the future. Start with a Simple Goal Children…
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Penn Community Bank Debuts First Children’s Book During Financial Literacy Month
Penn Community Bank has released its first children’s book, Sprout $aves the Day. The vibrantly illustrated and lesson-packed story is designed to introduce young readers to essential financial concepts in a fun, age-appropriate way and help families start conversations about money early. The debut and reading of the story took place at Bucks County Children’s Museum in NewHope,…
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Why Are We Okay With Bad Banking? A Closer Look at Customer Satisfaction and Community Alternatives
If your bank has ever hit you with an unexpected fee, bounced you between departments to fix a simple issue, or left you waiting weeks for a loan decision — you’re not alone. In fact, many of us have come to expect this level of service from our financial institutions. But the real question is:…
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How to Help Your Small Business Navigate Uncertain Economic Times
Late in 2024, economic forecasts for this year were mostly positive. However, the first part of 2025 has held more surprises than many business owners would prefer. While economic uncertainty presents challenges, for a well-prepared small business, it can also present opportunities. Here’s how to help ensure your business succeeds, no matter the circumstances. 1.…
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Penn Community Bank and Metro Esports Launch First-of-Its-Kind Partnership to Gamify Financial Literacy
Penn Community Bank has partnered with Bucks County-based Metro Esports and its charitable arm Digital Bridge Builders in a groundbreaking initiative to transform financial education. Marking the first-ever collaboration between a community bank and a tech-driven esports organization, this partnership modernizes financial literacy by meeting young people where they are inside the world of gaming. The Penn Community Bank…
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Cantina Feliz Relocates to Thriving Ambler Location with Support from Ambler Savings Bank
While Brian Sirhal‘s Cantina Feliz had long enjoyed success and acclaim for its culinary offerings in Fort Washington, he recognized that relocating to Ambler would serve the restaurant’s best interests. When Helen Graner, Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer at Ambler Savings Bank, got the call from Sirhal for the property he planned to use…
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Join FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit 2025
The FirstBank Charitable Foundation will host its second annual Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit on May 7 from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester). The Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit (BG4GI) brings together everyone who cares about making a difference — donors, foundations, businesses, and nonprofit…
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Penn Community Bank Expands Financial Education Initiatives During Financial Literacy Month
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is taking action to address the critical need for modern financial education by hosting and sponsoring a series of free financial education workshops in partnership with the Grundy Library in Bristol throughout April — National Financial Literacy Month. These sessions, led by bank professionals…
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Penn Community Bank Begins Renovation of Quakertown Financial Center
Penn Community Bank is renovating its Quakertown Financial Center (1051 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown). The project, set to be completed in approximately two months, will refresh and modernize the high-traffic location, enhancing the customer experience while preserving the personalized service the bank is known for. “Penn Community Bank is committed to continually improving the…
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C&N Celebrates 10 Years of Giving Back, Giving Together
This year marks a decade of Giving Back, Giving Together (GBGT), C&N’s signature community giving program that has brought teammates, business partners, and community leaders together to make a lasting impact. Since its launch in 2015, GBGT has raised more than $800,000, donated more than 42,000 necessity items, and contributed 1,650-plus volunteer hours — all…
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Meridian Bank Launches First TV Campaign Featuring Eagles Legend Brent Celek and Local Business Leaders
Malvern-based Meridian Bank has launched a suite of new branding commercials focused on promoting its business banking services throughout the Delaware Valley. The commercials, which feature testimonials from three notable Philadelphia-area customers (Brent Celek, Mo Rushdy, and Roland Kassis), began running on Mar. 3 and will span until May 25 on CNBC, CNN, FOX, and…
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Understanding Interest Rates in the U.S. and How They Affect Deposits, Lending, and Mortgages
Interest rates play a pivotal role in the U.S. economy, influencing everything from consumer spending to business investments. These rates determined mainly by the Federal Reserve directly affect the cost of borrowing and the returns on savings. For individuals and businesses, understanding how interest rates rise and fall — and the ripple effects these changes…
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Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest $200,000 in Local Communities in Q1
Penn Community Bank continues its long-standing commitment to community investment. From January to March 2025, the bank and its charitable arm, the Penn Community Bank Foundation, have invested nearly $200,000 in grants to 32 nonprofit and community organizations. These funds, coupled with nearly 500 hours of team member volunteerism, are expected to impact tens of thousands of residents…
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Citadel Credit Union Introduces Breakthrough in Member-Centric Banking: Ultimate Growth Checking
Citadel Credit Union has launched Ultimate Growth Checking, a revolutionary checking account with no monthly service fee, designed to evolve with members by offering value at every stage of their financial journey. As a not-for-profit credit union, Citadel Credit Union is committed to reinvesting earnings back to its members through better rates, lower fees, and intuitive financial…
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‘We’re Not Just Numbers Here’: Patti McComsey Celebrates 45 Years Working at Citadel Credit Union
What started as a high school co-op position turned into a lifelong career—one marked by leadership, adaptability, and a deep connection to the members she serves. For 45 years, Patti McComsey has worked at Citadel Credit Union. McComsey began her journey at Citadel as a Coatesville High School student working in the afternoons while attending…
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When to Start Teaching Kids About Money & Wealth Management: Insights from Two Haverford Trust Experts
Financial literacy isn’t something kids pick up overnight. It’s built through experience, conversations, and smart guidance—ideally starting young. In a recent episode of Speaking of Quality: Wealth Management Insights, Bryan Tracy, Vice President and Director of Wealth Planning, and Gina Parissi, Senior Wealth Planner, both of Radnor-based Haverford Trust, shared their insights on when and…
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