MV Bank History

Martha's Vineyard Bank Creates $1 Million Charitable Fund

Martha's Vineyard Bank has created the Martha’s Vineyard Bank Charitable Foundation dedicated to supporting the Island’s long-term economic vibrancy and social vitality through grant awards.

Savings Bank Changes Its Name

The Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank is celebrating its 110th year in business with a new logo and an online timeline that showcases its history.

Vineyard Community Banks Thrive, Grow and Compete

Though the names of the players keep changing, banking remains a healthy business on Martha’s Vineyard.

Martha's Vineyard Savings Bank Donates to Camp Jabberwocky

Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank has donated $5,000 to Camp Jabberwocky, which serves children and adults with disabilities.

Savings Bank Names New President

James Anthony, a Maryland banker, will take the helm as president and chief executive officer of the Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank, community bank leaders said in an announcement Monday.

MV Savings Bank Donates $5,000 for Fire Station Weight Room

Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank has donated $5,000 to the Oak Bluffs Firemen’s Civic Association to purchase weight-training equipment for a new exercise and fitness room at the Oak Bluffs fire station.

Savings Bank Buys Former Santander Building for New Chilmark Branch

The Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank will relocate its Chilmark branch office next year to the former Santander Bank at Beetlebung Corner. The bank paid just over $ 1 million for the property and plans an April 2016 opening.

Jeanne Ogden Named Savings Bank Vice President

Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank has hired Island resident Jeanne Ogden as the bank’s new vice president, head of residential lending.

Savings Bank Expands Its Investment Division

Longtime Island investment advisors Ray LaPorte and Ted Desrosiers will join the Martha’s Vineyard Financial Group at the end of September, bringing their clients with them, Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank president and chief executive officer Paul Falvey announced.

Savings Bank Names New President

A South Shore bank executive has been named president and chief executive officer of the Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank, trustees announced on Thursday.

Paul Falvey, 48, is a resident of Hingham and currently president and chief executive officer of the Holbrook Cooperative Bank. His 25-year career in banking began at the Bank of New England and includes experience in restructuring and working closely with bank regulators, a press release issued by the bank said.

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