Skip to content

Filter By Category

Miria Gray, Champion of Financial Education

Community Education Officer Miria Gray has made it her mission to provide financial education to people of all ages in Connecticut. To accomplish this goal, Miria helps students, teachers, community members, and others in various ways. Teacher Grants Chelsea Groton Bank offers $500 Teacher Grants to support educators in bringing personal finance education to their classrooms….

Out with the Abe and In with the New!

Chelsea Groton’s Norwichtown branch first opened its doors in 2002. During the opening celebrations, the parking lot was filled with community members and activities, including bounce houses, face painting, and even an Abraham Lincoln impersonator. Now, almost 23 years later, the Norwichtown branch has been reinvented! The reinvented Norwichtown branch is filled with bright light…

Business Check Fraud and Other Scams

When you think of check fraud, the movie “Catch Me If You Can” may come to mind along with assumptions that this was a crime of the past. Unfortunately, in the last few months alone, some of our customers have experienced the business check fraud scams below. Chelsea Groton offers tools to help customers mitigate…

At Your Convenience!

Now that the hustle and bustle of the holidays is over and everyone can breathe a sigh of relief, let’s get the most out of 2025! As you set goals for the year, consider including financial goals. Financial goals will vary based on a person’s age, lifestyle, and financial situation, but could include anything from…

Imposter Scams Take Hollywood

Your phone rings with Taylor Swift saying you can receive exclusive tickets to a private concert for a fee. Gordon Ramsey reaches out saying you won a prize of a deluxe cookware set; you only have to pay the shipping cost. Or Dolly Parton asks you to donate to her charity with cryptocurrency. What do…

Why Financial Reviews Make a Difference

Many people believe that once their financial plan is created, they’ll be set for their future. However, that idea couldn’t be further from the truth. There are many reasons why someone should review their plan at least annually to ensure it’s still designed to support their financial needs and goals, and to make any necessary…

Calendar Budgeting in 2025

Calendar budgeting is a practical and visual approach to managing your finances. This method integrates your budget with a calendar, allowing you to align your income and expenses throughout each month. Not only does this help you stay on track, but it also provides a clearer picture of your financial position. By seeing when income…

Reflecting Back on 2024

For 170 years, Chelsea Groton has remained steadfast in its commitment to its community and customers through dedication and supporting goals as if they were our own. As we look back on 2024, we’re remembering all the ways Chelsea Groton helped make a difference in its community.  At Chelsea Groton, we believe in more than…

How to Opt Out of Unwanted Solicitations

Over the past few months, we’ve heard many people have been receiving an increased amount of unwanted solicitations or “trigger lead” calls and mail from mortgage lenders, credit card companies, and other credit grantors. If you recently had your credit pulled when applying for a personal loan or mortgage, it’s likely the credit bureaus have…

Holiday Travel Fraud Poem

Whether you are a Dasher or Prancer for travel during the holiday season, there are fraudsters on the hunt for no good reason. As you spread holiday cheer, be on the lookout for something to fear. Scammers will tempt you with something too good to be true. But worry not as you already knew! That…