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Using Trust to Make You Invest

Let’s talk about something that’s becoming all too common: investment scams. They’re sneaky, convincing, and designed to make you feel like you’re making a smart financial move. In reality, you’re being set up to lose money. It Starts with Trust Scammers are clever. They often start by building a connection. Maybe they say they’re part…

Deepfakes Are Getting Smarter—Are You Ready to Spot Them?

Imagine getting a video message from your boss asking you to wire money urgently. It looks like them, sounds like them—but it’s not them. Welcome to the world of deepfake scams, where artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to impersonate trusted individuals with alarming accuracy. In response to this growing threat, the American Bankers Association…

Empowering Small Businesses to Grow with Confidence 

Small business owners looking to scale their operations and sharpen their strategic edge are invited to attend the Scaling for Success Small Business Series, hosted at Chelsea Groton Bank’s Headquarters, 904 Poquonnock Road, Groton, CT, and virtually on Teams. This dynamic, multi-session program is designed to equip local small business owners with the tools, insights,…

Team Member Spotlight on Alec Russell, Customer Solutions Representative  

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…

Honoring the Legacy of Richard J. Morelli 

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…

Spotlight on The Riverfront Children’s Center

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…

A Parent’s Guide to Raising Smart Digital Citizens 

Technology is woven into nearly every part of our lives—and that includes our children’s lives, too. From educational apps to social media, kids are growing up in a digital world. That’s why it’s so important for parents to start conversations about online safety early and keep them going as children grow.  Whether your child is…

The Chelsea Groton App is Smarter than Ever! 

Our Chelsea Groton mobile banking app is now home to our Smart Card tool, providing users with a seamless experience – no additional app needed! Right from the Chelsea Groton app and online banking, users are now able to utilize all the Smart Card features you’ve grown to love, plus several new tools and capabilities! …

Fraud Resources for the Senior in Your Life

As technology continues to evolve, so do the tactics scammers use to target vulnerable individuals — especially seniors. But there’s good news: AARP’s Fraud Watch Network was created to help protect you and your loved ones. Explore the platform: AARP Fraud Watch Network What Can the Fraud Watch Network Do for You?Whether you’re a senior…

Team Member Spotlight on Nate Kowinsky, Float Customer Service Representative

Nate Kowinsky is no stranger to Chelsea Groton Bank. His journey with the Bank began as an intern when he was still in school pursuing a degree at Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU). During his time at ECSU, he majored in Business Administration and minored in Business Information Systems (BIS). He was actively involved in…