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OceanPoint Marine Lending

EXPERIENCED MARINE FINANCING

Present or future boaters can find personalized marine financing programs for new and used boats and refinancing for existing boat loans. Competitive rates, dedicated buyer support, quick access to funds, and more.

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BankNewport In the News

BankNewport Charitable Foundation Awards More Than $400,000 in Spring 2025 Grants

June 18, 2025

Newport, RI – (June 16, 2025) – The BankNewport Charitable Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring 2025 grants. More than $400,000 was awarded to over 60 nonprofit organizations across Rhode Island, reflecting the Foundation’s continued commitment to strengthening communities and supporting programs across a wide range of focus areas including arts […]

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BankNewport Welcomes Jim Cohill as Senior Vice President, Director of Commercial Banking

June 12, 2025

NEWPORT, RI (June 12, 2025) – BankNewport is pleased to announce that Jim Cohill has joined the organization as senior vice president, director of commercial banking. In this role, he will lead the Bank’s commercial banking team and oversee the delivery of customized financial solutions to business clients throughout Rhode Island and beyond. Cohill brings […]

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BankNewport Names Laurie Thompson Vice President, Senior Credit Analyst

June 4, 2025

NEWPORT, RI (June 4, 2025) – BankNewport is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurie Thompson as vice president, senior credit analyst. In this role, Thompson will work with commercial loan officers to assess the creditworthiness of clients by analyzing financial statements and related documentation for the preparation of credit approval memorandums. Thompson brings over […]

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SHOP401™: Powering Local Businesses with BankNewport

May 27, 2025

  At BankNewport, we believe that small businesses are the heart of Rhode Island’s economy. From the corner cafés to the local boutiques, these enterprises bring life, character, and economic vitality to our communities. That’s why we’re proud to introduce SHOP401™, dedicated to boosting visibility and patronage for Rhode Island businesses. What Is SHOP401™? SHOP401™ […]

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BankNewport Launches SHOP401™ to Support Rhode Island’s Small Businesses

May 14, 2025

NEWPORT, R.I. (May 9, 2025) – BankNewport is proud to announce the launch of SHOP401™, a new marketing initiative across Rhode Island designed to uplift small businesses by encouraging Rhode Islanders to shop local. As the #1 SBA lender in Rhode Island, BankNewport continues its legacy of local investment by helping business customers grow, thrive, […]

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BankNewport Grant Supports Child & Family’s Supportive Housing Program

May 8, 2025

NEWPORT, RI (May 8, 2025) – BankNewport has awarded a $23,000 grant to Child & Family, a leading social service agency based in Newport, RI, to support its Supportive Housing Program, which provides safe housing and wraparound case management for families experiencing homelessness. The grant will directly support the agency’s efforts to stabilize families through […]

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OceanPoint Financial Partners, Mutual Holding Company of BankNewport, Elects New Trustee and Corporators at Annual Meeting

April 30, 2025

NEWPORT, R.I. (April 30, 2025) – OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC, the mutual holding company of BankNewport, announced the election of one new member to its board of trustees and seven new corporators during the organization’s annual meeting held on Monday, April 21, 2025. “We are excited to welcome this year’s newly elected trustee and corporators, […]

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OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC Releases Summary of its 2024 Annual Meeting

April 24, 2025

NEWPORT, RI (April 24, 2025) – BankNewport proudly announced its accomplishments for 2024 at the annual meeting of OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC (the “Company”), the mutual holding company of BankNewport, held on Monday, April 21, 2025. Branch deposits continued to grow and now stand at $2.27 billion at year’s end. BankNewport’s lending teams originated approximately […]

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BankNewport Names Diana Figueroa Vice President, Community Lending Officer

April 15, 2025

NEWPORT, RI (April 14, 2025) – BankNewport is pleased to announce that Diana Figueroa has been named vice president, community lending officer. In her new role, Figueroa is responsible for helping individuals—particularly those in underserved or low-to-moderate income communities—gain access to affordable home loans. She assists clients throughout the mortgage process, from application to documentation, […]

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BankNewport Names Julio Jimenez Vice President, Branch Manager of South Angell Street Branch in Providence

April 15, 2025

NEWPORT, RI (April 14, 2025) – BankNewport is pleased to announce the appointment of Julio Jimenez as vice president, branch manager of the Bank’s Providence Branch at 5 South Angell Street. He will be responsible for branch operations, customer experience, and team development. Jimenez brings extensive experience in the financial services industry to his new position, most recently with Santander […]

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