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Updates on Scams & Fraudulent Tactics
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Fall River School’s Hydroponics Program Feeds Students’ Appetite for Entrepreneurship

Explore how BayCoast Bank supports students in turning microgreens into a budding business venture that local chefs can’t resist!

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BayCoast Bank’s Emma Pontes is Promoted to Vice President, Asset Liability Management and Investment Officer
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BayCoast Bank Announces Promotion of Kevin J. Briggs to SVP, Strategic Initiatives
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BayCoast Bank Announces Promotion of Jay Bernardo to Branch Manager at River’s Edge in Fall River, MA
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BayCoast Bank Promotes Diana M. Taxiera to SVP, Chief Financial Officer
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BayCoast Bank Promotes Marie Pellegrino to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
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BayCoast Bank Promotes Casey N. Brouthers to Senior Vice President, General Counsel
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The Cost of a Wedding

Successfully planning a wedding within your budget is challenging but rewarding.

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Financial To-Dos for Newlyweds

Before the big day, sit down with your partner and talk finances. Some of these to-dos have a time limit—sometimes as short as two weeks after your wedding! Don’t miss out on money-saving adjustments by waiting too long after the big day.

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Preventing Identity Theft

to minimize identity theft risks and stay ahead of scammers and thieves who want your personal information.

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Fraudsters Impersonating BayCoast Bank

BayCoast Bank customers are receiving phone calls from fraudsters impersonating Bank employees. The scammers are using deceptive technology that makes it seem like those calls are coming from BayCoast Bank on their caller IDs.

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Holiday Budgeting 101

It’s easy to get caught up in the magic of holiday spending.

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Grocery Budget Assessment

Being contacted by a debt collector is scary but not uncommon. Walk through what you need to know and help make a plan today for moving forward.

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Best Practices for Using a Credit Card

Being contacted by a debt collector is scary but not uncommon. Walk through what you need to know and help make a plan today for moving forward.

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Using Credit

Being contacted by a debt collector is scary but not uncommon. Walk through what you need to know and help make a plan today for moving forward.

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Presupuesto navideño 101

Ser contactado por un cobrador de deudas asusta, pero no es infrecuente. Te explicaremos lo que necesitas saber y te ayudaremos a elaborar hoy mismo un plan para seguir adelante.

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BayCoast Bank Proudly Supports Our South Coast Community with Four Key Grants

BayCoast Bank is proud to announce the promotion of Monique L. Campeau to Vice President, Fair Banking & CRA Officer. She previously served as Assistant Vice President, Compliance Officer.

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Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?
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Consegue identificar uma burla de phishing?
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¿Puedes detectar un intento de estafa “phishing”?
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On Air with The Road Show: How BayCoast Supports Local Businesses

Stephanie Wilmarth, Vice President, Business Development Officer at BayCoast Bank joined The Rhode Show to discuss how BayCoast supports local business.

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BayCoast Bank Announces Promotions for Almeida, Creador, and Lapointe
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BayCoast Bank anuncia as promoções de Almeida, Creador e Lapointe
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BayCoast Bank anuncia los ascensos de Almeida, Creador y Lapointe
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Small Business Spotlight with Stephanie Terra, VP of Small Business Lending Manager

Discover why education is the cornerstone of success at BayCoast Bank with Lucia Rebelo, Assistant VP of Financial Literacy Education Officer, and John McMahon, Senior VP of Community Engagement!

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Destaque para as pequenas empresas com Stephanie Terra, vice-presidente do departamento de empréstimos a pequenas empresas

Descobre porque é que a educação é a pedra angular do sucesso no BayCoast Bank com Lucia Rebelo, vice-presidente assistente do responsável pela educação em literacia financeira, e John McMahon, vice-presidente sénior do envolvimento da comunidade!

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Stay Safe from Scams! Essential Tips for Seniors
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Investment Warning Signs and Red Flags
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Recognizing and Avoiding Scams

Did you get a strange text, email, or voice message? This Coach can help gauge a scam in five easy questions or less.

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Scam Checker

Did you get a strange text, email, or voice message? This Coach can help gauge a scam in five easy questions or less.

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Navigating Debt Collections

Being contacted by a debt collector is scary but not uncommon. Walk through what you need to know and help make a plan today for moving forward.

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BayCoast Bank Promotes Monique L. Campeau to Vice President, Fair Banking & CRA Officer

BayCoast Bank is proud to announce the promotion of Monique L. Campeau to Vice President, Fair Banking & CRA Officer. She previously served as Assistant Vice President, Compliance Officer.

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BayCoast Bank Announces National Industry Honors for Marketing Research & Analytics Officer, Timothy R. Girard

BayCoast Bank celebrates Timothy R. Girard’s achievement in completing the American Bankers Association Bank Marketing School program. Proudly named as the ABA Bank Marketing School Student Advisor and Advisory Board Member for 2025.

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BayCoast Bank anuncia que Timothy R. Girard, Director de Investigación y Análisis de Marketing, ha sido galardonado con el Premio Nacional del Sector.

BayCoast Bank celebra el logro de Timothy R. Girard al completar el programa de la Escuela de Marketing Bancario de la Asociación Americana de Banqueros. Orgullosamente nombrado Consejero Estudiantil de la Escuela de Marketing Bancario ABA y Miembro del Consejo Asesor para 2025.

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BayCoast Bank Announces Promotions for Ferreira, Gomes, Rivera
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On Air: ¿Por qué son importantes los programas de educación financiera?

WPRI Channel 12 Interview between Helena Moronta, FVP Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer of BayCoast Bank and María Elena Wah-Fitta of Channel 12 News about Financial Literacy. (In Spanish)

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Education Spotlight with Lucia Rebelo & John McMahon

Discover why education is the cornerstone of success at BayCoast Bank with Lucia Rebelo, Assistant VP of Financial Literacy Education Officer, and John McMahon, Senior VP of Community Engagement!

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Single Mom Selected for Old Colony Habitat Home. Community Project Supported by BayCoast.

Discover how Old Colony Habitat for Humanity, with support from BayCoast Bank and community donors, is making affordable housing a reality for families in need.

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Seleccionan a una madre soltera como dueña de una vivienda de Old Colony Habitat. Proyecto comunitario con respaldo de BayCoast.

Descubre cómo Old Colony Habitat for Humanity, con el apoyo de BayCoast Bank y donantes de la comunidad, están haciendo que la vivienda asequible sea una realidad para las familias necesitadas.

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Mãe solteira selecionada para casa da Old Colony Habitat. Projeto comunitário apoiado pelo BayCoast.

Descubra como a Old Colony Habitat for Humanity, com o apoio do BayCoast Bank e de donativos da comunidade, está a tornar a habitação acessível uma realidade para as famílias necessitadas.

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Inspiring a Sense of Belonging in the Classroom

Discover how BayCoast Bank’s grant is enhancing the San Miguel School’s mission to foster a strong sense of belonging in the classroom.

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Inspirar um sentimento de pertença na sala de aula

Saiba como o donativo do BayCoast Bank está a ajudar a missão da San Miguel School a promover um forte sentimento de pertença na sala de aula.

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Cómo inspirar un sentido de pertenencia en el salón de clases

Descubre cómo la subvención de BayCoast Bank está mejorando la misión de San Miguel School de fomentar un fuerte sentido de pertenencia en el salón de clases.

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Building Confident Leaders through Financial Literacy

BayCoast Bank proudly partners with YouthBuild Preparatory Academy to empower young men of color through an engaging educational experience.

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Desenvolver líderes confiantes através da literacia financeira

O BayCoast Bank orgulha-se da parceria com a YouthBuild Preparatory Academy para empoderar os jovens rapazes de cor através de uma experiência educativa envolvente.

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Formar líderes seguros a través de la alfabetización financiera

BayCoast Bank se enorgullece de asociarse con YouthBuild Preparatory Academy para empoderar a hombres jóvenes afroamericanos a través de una experiencia educativa atractiva.

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Grants, Renovations, and Community Involvement with Gina Palmer

Step into the world of Bay Coast Bank’s community involvement as Gina Palmer, Vice President and Branch Manager of Westport, shares the incredible grants provided to the Westport community during her interview with WSAR.

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Donativos, Renovações e Envolvimento com a Comunidade com Gina Palmer

Entre no mundo de envolvimento com a comunidade do BayCoast Bank pela mão de Gina Palmer, Vice-Presidente e Gestora de Balcão de Westport, que partilha os donativos incríveis oferecidos à comunidade de Westport durante a sua entrevista na WSAR.

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Subvenciones, renovaciones y participación comunitaria con Gina Palmer

Entra al mundo de la participación comunitaria de BayCoast Bank mientras Gina Palmer, Vicepresidente y Gerente de Sucursal de Westport, comenta las increíbles subvenciones que se otorgaron a la comunidad de Westport durante su entrevista con WSAR.

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Customer Alert – Beware of Fraudulent Calls, Texts & Emails
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Alerta para los clientes – Cuidado con las llamadas, mensajes de texto y correos electrónicos fraudulentos
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Alerta ao cliente – Tenha atenção a chamadas, mensagens de texto e e-mails fraudulentos
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Explore BayCoast Bank’s Commitment to Community & Diverse Banking Solutions with Michael Medeiros
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Explore o Compromisso com a Comunidade e as Diferentes Soluções Bancárias do BayCoast Bank com Michael Medeiros
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Explora el compromiso con la comunidad y las soluciones bancarias diversas de BayCoast Bank junto a Michael Medeiros
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John McMahon, SVP, Community Engagement, joined The Rhode Show to Share Our Role within the Community.
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John McMahon, VP Sénior, Envolvimento da Comunidade, participou no The Rhode Show para partilhar o nosso papel na comunidade.
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John McMahon, Vicepresidente Senior, Compromiso Comunitario, se unió a The Rhode Show para compartir nuestro papel dentro de la comunidad.
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Catch Up with Gary Vierra, Senior VP, Chief Risk Officer about BayCoast’s Strong Ties to the Community
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BayCoast Bank Promotes Scott P. Lopes to Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources and Talent Officer
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BayCoast Bank asciende a Scott P. Lopes a Vicepresidente Senior, Jefe de Recursos Humanos y Oficial de Talentos
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BayCoast promove Scott P. Lopes para o cargo de Vice-Presidente Sénior, Diretor de Recursos Humanos e Talento.
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BayCoast Bank Promotes Daniel J. DeCosta to Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer
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BayCoast Bank promove Daniel J. DeCosta a Vice-Presidente Executivo, Diretor de Informação
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BayCoast Bank asciende a Daniel J. DeCosta a Vicepresidente Ejecutivo, Ejecutivo Principal de Información
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BayCoast Bank Promotes Marie Pellegrino to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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BayCoast Bank promove Marie Pellegrino a Vice-Presidente Executiva, Diretora Financeira
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BayCoast Bank asciende a Marie Pellegrino a Vicepresidenta Ejecutiva y Ejecutiva Principal de Finanzas
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BayCoast Bank Announces Significant Grants for Community Organizations
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BayCoast Bank anuncia importantes subvenciones para organizaciones comunitarias
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O BayCoast Bank anuncia subvenções significativas para as organizações comunitárias
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Remembering Hector “Happy Hec” Gauthier with John McMahon, BayCoast Bank’s Senior Vice President of Community Engagement
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Recordamos Hector “Happy Hec” Gauthier com John McMahon, o Vice-Presidente Sénior do Envolvimento da Comunidade do BayCoast Bank
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Recordamos a Hector “Happy Hec” Gauthier junto a John McMahon, Vicepresidente Senior de Compromiso Comunitario de BayCoast Bank.
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BayCoast Bank’s Casey Brouthers Honored with Prestigious National Award from the American Bankers Association
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Casey Brouthers do BayCoast Bank recebe uma prestigiante distinção nacional da American Bankers Association
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Casey Brouthers de BayCoast Bank es honrada con el prestigioso premio de la Asociación Americana de Banqueros
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BayCoast Bank Scholarship Recipients Graduate from Prestigious Nursing School
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As beneficiárias da bolsa de estudo do BayCoast Bank licenciaram-se na prestigiosa escola de enfermagem
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Beneficiarias de la beca de BayCoast Bank se gradúan de una prestigiosa escuela de enfermería
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Stoico/FIRSTFED YMCA Announces Official Opening of New Splash Pad
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A Stoico/FIRSTFED YMCA anuncia a abertura oficial do novo jardim de repuxos
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YMCA Stoico/FIRSTFED anuncia la apertura oficial de su nueva área de juegos acuáticos
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Local Cook Gains National Exposure with PBS Show “Maria’s Portuguese Table”
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Cozinheira local ganha exposição nacional com o programa da PBS “Maria’s Portuguese Table”
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Una cocinera local obtiene visibilidad nacional con el programa de PBS “Maria’s Portuguese Table”
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BayCoast Bank’s Taryn Cabral Receives Special Honor from the United Way of Greater Fall River
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Taryn Cabral, parte de BayCoast Bank, recibe un reconocimiento especial de United Way of Greater Fall River
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Taryn Cabral do BayCoast Bank recebe uma distinção especial da United Way of Greater Fall River
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BayCoast Bank Announces Matching Grant for Fall River Teenager’s Lemonade Day South Coast Fundraiser for South Coast Oncology
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BayCoast Bank anuncia subvención de contrapartida destinada a South Coast Oncology para la recaudación de fondos del Día de la Limonada de la Costa Sur que organiza un adolescente de Fall River
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O BayCoast Bank anuncia um donativo correspondente para a angariação de fundos na Costa Sul durante o Dia da Limonada dos jovens de Fall River para o South Coast Oncology
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BayCoast Bank Provides Key Grant for Cape Verdean Recognition Committee’s Music Festival and Parade
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BayCoast Bank brinda un subsidio clave al desfile y festival musical del Comité del Reconocimiento a Cabo Verde
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O BayCoast Bank realiza uma importante doação ao Comité do Desfile e Festival de Música de Reconhecimento Cabo-verdiano
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BayCoast Bank’s Casey Brouthers Honored with Prestigious Award from the Massachusetts Bankers Association
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Casey Brouthers de BayCoast Bank es honrada con el prestigioso premio de la Massachusetts Bankers Association
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Casey Brouthers do BayCoast Bank recebe uma prestigiante distinção da Massachusetts Bankers Association
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Places To See in Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island
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