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As our region faces the challenges of a federal government shutdown, many residents are seeking support for basic needs like food, heating, and housing payments. If you are a Chelsea Groton customer and a federal employee, please call a member of our team at 860-448-4200 to discuss how we can help. In addition, there are…
As our loved ones age, they may become more vulnerable to financial exploitation and unfortunately, are often targeted by fraudsters. They tend to have more accumulated wealth than younger populations, making them attractive targets. But with awareness, empathy, and action, we can help protect them. Why Are Older Adults at Risk? Several factors can contribute…
In this month’s Community Member Spotlight, we’re proud to feature Officer Heather McClelland and her loyal partner, Chase, from the Town of Groton Police Department. With 14 years of dedicated service, Officer McClelland has made a lasting impact through her role as a Community Policing Officer (CPO), blending compassion, connection, and innovation. From launching Groton’s…
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank, a loved one, the government or law enforcement. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates…
Looking for something festive to do this October? There are some great community events happening throughout the region and Chelsea Groton Bank is excited to be part of the fun! This weekend head over to Groton for the Spooktober & Halloween Food Truck Fest on October 25–26. It’s a great way to enjoy some seasonal…
Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of two team members. Kate Allingham, Senior Vice President, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer, and Kate Alves, First Vice President, Credit Department Manager, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Chief Credit Officer. “We are thrilled to announce the…
Chelsea Groton Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces honor by the Hartford Courant for the 10th consecutive year. Award recipients are based solely on employee engagement feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling ‘respected and supported’,…
About Alec Alec Russell, currently studying accounting at Three Rivers Community College, recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as a full-time Customer Solutions Representative (CSR). His path into banking began when Chelsea Groton’s Talent Acquisition Specialist visited his college in 2024 to promote the internship program. Unsure of his career direction at the time, Alec applied and…
Richard J. Morelli, a longtime Norwich resident, dedicated three decades of his life to Chelsea Groton Bank. Rich joined the Bank in 1991 as the Audit Department Manager, bringing with him a wealth of experience from other financial institutions across Connecticut. Over the years, Rich moved to the Accounting Department, steadily rising through the ranks…
With more than 40 years of dedicated service, Riverfront Children’s Center remains a cornerstone of support for families in Groton. What began as a grassroots childcare initiative by working parents at Electric Boat has grown into a fully-accredited early learning program. Today, Riverfront provides optimized, individualized care and education for children from 12-weeks-old through kindergarten…
