BOA expands down payment assistance, Chamber news: Seacoast business news
MVSB is named Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year
ROCHESTER — Meredith Village Savings Bank was honored as the 2023 Business of the Year by the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce during Wednesday’s Sunset Wine & Dine Annual Awards Celebration held at The Oaks in Somersworth.
The Business of the Year award recognizes a chamber member business that has demonstrated excellence in their business and has made substantial contributions to its industry and to the Rochester area.
“MVSB has gone above and beyond supporting our local nonprofits, businesses and community development projects and we are proud to present them with this award,” said Laura Ring, Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce President & CEO. “Members of the team at our local branch have become very involved in the community and are wonderful to work with. We had a lot of great business nominations this year and we thank them all for their valuable contributions to the greater Rochester area.”
“We are honored to receive this recognition and we would like to thank everyone for their support,” said Marcus Weeks, MVSB President. “We have been welcomed with opened arms to the area and it is our pleasure to be able to give back and be of service. I would also like to thank and congratulate our amazing Rochester team, as it is the work they do every day that is being recognized with this award.”
MVSB’s Rochester office opened in June 2022 at 21 Farmington Road (Route 11). The full-service location offers modern banking services, exceptional customer service and convenience for those local to the Rochester area as well as those that might travel to and from the seacoast or lakes regions.
Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce decorates downtown with American flags
DOVER – The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce and a group of volunteers decorated downtown Dover with American flags on Thursday, May 25. Overseen by the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce’s Community Events Manager Hope Anderson, the group was able to hang 50 flags in the downtown area.
The hanging of the flags was made possible thanks to volunteers from Breezeline, the Rotary Club of Dover, the Woodman Museum, M&T Bank, the American Legion Dover Post, and Straightforward Financial Group.
The funding for the flags comes from the Chamber’s annual Festival of Trees holiday event. This fundraising event features 30 trees elaborately decorated by local businesses and organizations to be auctioned and raffled off.
The Weekender House celebrates 10th Anniversary with gratitude and excitement for the future
PORTSMOUTH – The Weekender House, a renowned home furnishing and interior design store in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, announced its 10th anniversary in business. Over the past decade, the Weekender House has built a reputation for curating stylish and unique home décor, while fostering strong relationships with its loyal customer base.
"Today, we celebrate our 10th anniversary in business! What a ride it's been. We know without our loyal customers; we wouldn't be here. We are beyond grateful for your support. Thank you for letting us into your homes and entrusting us with your spaces. It's because of you that we love what we do," said Chad Callihan, founder of the Weekender House.
To commemorate this milestone, the Weekender House will be hosting a series of events and promotions throughout the month, including exclusive discounts, giveaways, and a special anniversary celebration event. Customers, friends, and community members are invited to join in the festivities and share their own Weekender House experiences using the hashtag #WeekenderHouse10 on social media.
For more information about the Weekender House, its 10th-anniversary celebrations, or to explore their extensive range of home furnishings and design services, visit www.weekenderhouse.com or follow them on social media @WeekenderHouse.
Bank of America expands down payment assistance in New Hampshire
MANCHESTER – As part of its $15 billion Community Homeownership Commitment, Bank of America has expanded its Down Payment Grant program to prospective New Hampshire homebuyers in Rockingham and Strafford Counties to help more people prepare for homeownership now and in the future. The Down Payment Grant provides eligible homebuyers 3% of the home purchase price up to $10,000 (whichever is less) towards a down payment with no repayment required.
Launched in 2019 and expanded to a $15 billion commitment in 2021, the Bank of America Community Homeownership Commitment® was designed to help low- to moderate-income homebuyers across the country begin to build their personal wealth and family legacy through the power of homeownership. It provides resources and solutions to make homeownership more affordable and sustainable, including low down payment mortgages; industry leading down payment and closing cost grants; and financial education tools.
In addition to the Down Payment Grant, Bank of America also offers up to $7,500 in grant assistance for nonrecurring closing costs through the America’s Home Grant®, available in Cheshire, Grafton, Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham, Strafford, and Sullivan Counties. When the Bank of America Down Payment Grant and the America’s Home Grant® are used together, eligible homebuyers in New Hampshire may be eligible to receive up to $17,500 in combined down payment and closing cost grants, which do not need to be repaid, to help them purchase a home.
To learn more about program eligibility and details, visit bankofamerica.com/homeowner.
Dover Chamber welcomed five new members in May
DOVER — The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce held ribbon-cutting ceremonies recently to welcome five businesses as new Chamber members.
The Freemen House
The Freemen House is a 12-Step, substance-free community in the greater Dover NH area for men and women in recovery from alcoholism and/or substance use disorder. The Freemen House has five homes: Freemen House, Elliott Bell House, Spring House, Maverick’s House, and Genesis House.
For more information about the Freemen House’s services and mission, call them at 978-358-1349, or visit them online at thefreemenhouse.com.
New Hampshire Fundraising Solutions
New Hampshire Fundraising Solutions was founded with the goal of helping organizations raise the funds that they need to make a positive impact in their community. While based in Somersworth, New Hampshire Fundraising Solutions aims to help groups throughout the whole state.
To contact New Hampshire Fundraising Solutions, call 603-441-8066 or visit them at their website nhfundraising.com.
Brueckner Group, USA
Brueckner Group USA has just moved their American base to Dover. A subsidiary of the international Brückner Group, Brueckner Group USA is a part of a group of independent and strong machine building companies, specializing in plastic manufacturing, and emphasizing sustainability.
To learn more about Brueckner Group USA’s products, mission, and sustainability efforts, visit their website at https://www.brueckner-usa.com/en.
UNH Hospitality and Campus Services
The University of New Hampshire’s Hospitality and Campus Services is comprised of a diverse group of departments that services the campus community and beyond. William (Bill) McNamara, Executive Director, is responsible for the strategic oversight and administration of the organization and the continued innovation and success of the program. HCS employs more than 2500 servers, managers, students, and employees in a national award-winning program with an inclusive focus on service, quality, and sustainability.
Looking to make your next career move? Hospitality and Campus Service departments are hiring! Attend one of our upcoming Job Fairs at the UNH Dairy Bar in Durham on June 7th and 22nd from 12pm to 4pm and June 27th from 2pm to 6pm. Hiring managers will be available for one-on-one interviews on the spot. UNH offers flexible and regular schedules, competitive pay, opportunities for promotion, and an easy commute with transportation options. Become a part of the UNH community with a wide variety of career options. Visit unh.edu/dining/employment to learn more.
7-Eleven
The 7-Eleven corporation was founded in 1927 with the goal of showing the world just how convenient shopping could be. Today, there are over 14,000 7-Elevens in the United States and over 80,000 stores worldwide.
Visit the 7-Eleven at 2 Back River Road or call them at 603-740-0832.
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: BOA expands down payment assistance, Chamber news: Seacoast business news
