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Aquidneck Community Table Kids Garden Program Nurturing Healthy Habits Among Youth

NEWPORT, RI – September 16, 2024 – BankNewport is proud of its history of support for the Aquidneck Community Table (ACT), including their latest $2,500 sponsorship for the 2024 Kids Garden Program, which engages children in learning about healthy dietary habits and environmental stewardship through hands-on gardening activities. In partnership with the Dr. Martin Luther […]

BankNewport Announces “Kind Heart Fresh Start” Campaign to Benefit Amenity Aid

Newport, RI – (September 16, 2024) – BankNewport is pleased to announce the return of its “Kind Heart Fresh Start” campaign to benefit Amenity Aid, Rhode Island’s only hygiene bank, providing essential hygiene products to Rhode Islanders in need. From September 16th through 28th, BankNewport customers and the public are invited to help meet one […]

Kerry E. Wilson Joins OceanPoint Investment Solutions as Financial Advisor

NEWPORT, R.I. ( August 20th 2024) – OceanPoint Investment Solutions is pleased to announce that Kerry E. Wilson has joined LPL Financial as a financial advisor.  Mr. Wilson brings more than a decade of financial service industry experience to his new role, in which he will work directly with customers to create a customized financial […]

BankNewport Newly Renovated and Modernized Middletown Branch After 14-Month Modernization Project

NEWPORT, RI – August 23, 2024 – BankNewport is excited to announce the reopening of its completely renovated and modernized Middletown, Rhode Island branch located at 528 West Main Road.  The branch opened its doors to the public on August 13th, kicking-off a weeklong celebration of activities and events for customers and visitors, highlighting the […]

BankNewport Names Daniel Tougas Vice President, Newport Branch Manager

NEWPORT, R.I. (August 6, 2023) – BankNewport is pleased to announce that Daniel Tougas has been named vice president, branch manager of the Bank’s Newport branch at 10 Washington Square.  He is responsible for branch operations, customer service, and team development. Tougas joined BankNewport in 2017 and has held various positions, most recently serving as […]

BankNewport Names Justin Mendoza Vice President, Barrington Branch Manager

NEWPORT, RI (August 6, 2024) – BankNewport is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Mendoza to vice president, branch manager of the Bank’s Barrington office located at 330 County Road.  In his new role, Mendoza will be responsible for branch operations, customer experience, and team development. Justin joined BankNewport in 2016, most recently serving […]

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