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October 23, 2020: October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month - Wayne Bank Offers Online Banking Security Tips.

Honesdale, PA – October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Now in its 17th year, the National Cyber Security Alliance takes this annual opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity across our nation. This year’s theme is “Do your part, be cybersmart.”

October 19, 2020: Wayne Bank Thanks Frontline Heroes

Honesdale, PA – Earlier this year, Wayne Bank launched an initiative to show support and gratitude to healthcare workers and first responders for the essential services they have provided amid this year’s COVID-19 pandemic.

September 28, 2020: Wayne Bank Announces Promotion at Bank of Cooperstown

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Nicole Southard to Community Officer Manager of the Cooperstown location.

August 13, 2020: Barbara Keesler Celebrates 40 Years with Wayne Bank

Honesdale, Pa –Wayne Bank recently honored Accounting Specialist, Barbara Keesler, for her forty years of service with the Bank.

July 29, 2020: Diane Richter Celebrates 46 Years with Wayne Bank

Honesdale, Pa – Wayne Bank recently honored Assistant Community Office Manager, Diane Richter, for her 46 years of service with the Bank.

June 22, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Briana Scholl to Assistant Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Briana Scholl to Assistant Vice President.

June 22, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Alison Menotti to Loan Operations Manager

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Alison Menotti to Loan Operations Manager.

June 03, 2020: United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties Receives Grant from Villaume Foundation

The Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation announced that the United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties was selected to receive one of the Foundation’s 2019 community grant awards. Sue Youtz, Campaign Manager for the United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties, received a check in the amount of $10,000.00 from Villaume Foundation board members, Lewis J. Critelli and Rev. Edward K. Erb.

May 15, 2020: Wayne Bank Helps Local Businesses with Paycheck Protection Program

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank is pleased to announce that over the past few months, they were able to assist over 700 local businesses in obtaining Paycheck Protection Program loans to help ease the challenge the COVID-19 crisis has created.

May 12, 2020: Wayne Bank Encourages Community Support for Local Businesses

April 29, 2020: Wayne Bank Supports the Human Resources Foundation

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the Human Resources Foundation with a $2,500.00 contribution.

April 29, 2020: Wayne Bank Supports the Wayne County Emergency Food Relief Fund

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the Wayne County Emergency Food Relief Fund through the Wayne County Community Foundation with a $4,000.00 contribution.

April 16, 2020: Wayne Bank Offers Tips to Avoid COVID-19 Related Scams

Honesdale, PA – In April, the Federal Trade Commission reported that Americans had lost almost $13 million in COVID-19 related scams. This unprecedented situation has unfortunately created new opportunities for criminals and consumers should be on high alert. Some of the most frequently reported Coronavirus related scams include those pertaining to economic relief, treatments and vaccines, healthcare providers, debt relief and investments, and charitable donations.

March 18, 2020: Wayne Bank Helps Flatten the Curve During COVID-19 Pandemic

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, has announced that due to the progression of COVID-19, Wayne Bank locations are offering drive-up banking services only, through April 1, 2020.

March 17, 2020: Local Banks Stand United Amid COVID-19 Concerns

The Honesdale National Bank, The Dime Bank and Wayne Bank Work Collectively to Serve Community

February 04, 2020: Wayne Bank Supports the American Readers Theatre

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the American Readers Theatre with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program.

February 04, 2020: Wayne Bank Support the Delaware Valley School District Through The Greater Pike Community Foundation

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the Greater Pike Community Foundation with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program. The contribution will be used to fund special programs within the Delaware Valley School District.

February 04, 2020: Wayne Bank Supports the Northampton County Area Community College Foundation

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the Northampton County Area Community College Foundation with a $10,000.00 contribution to provide scholarships through the Dual Enrollment Program for the Monroe County Campus.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Craig Grimm to Assistant Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Craig Grimm to Assistant Vice President.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes John Baker to Assistant Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of John Baker to Assistant Vice President.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Kim Gola to Residential Mortgage Underwriting Officer

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Kim Gola to Residential Mortgage Underwriting Officer.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Corissa O’Malley to Loan Documentation Officer

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Corissa O’Malley to Loan Documentation Officer.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Julie Kuen to Senior Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Julie Kuen to Senior Vice President.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Tanyia Vannatta to Assistant Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Tanyia Vannatta to Assistant Vice President.

January 13, 2020: Wayne Bank Promotes Karen R. Gasper, CRMA, CFSA to Senior Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Karen R. Gasper, CRMA, CFSA to Senior Vice President.

January 9, 2020: Norwood Financial Corp. to Acquire UpState New York Bancorp, Inc.

Honesdale, Pennsylvania and Geneva, New York -- Norwood Financial Corp. (Nasdaq Global Market - NWFL), the holding company for Wayne Bank, Honesdale, Pennsylvania, and UpState New York Bancorp, Inc. (“UpState”), the holding company for USNY Bank, Geneva, New York, jointly announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Norwood Financial Corp. (“Norwood”) will acquire UpState in a stock and cash transaction.

November 20, 2019: Vincent O’Bell Inducted into PA Banker Association’s 40-Year Club

Honesdale, PA – Vincent O’Bell, Senior Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer for Wayne Bank, was recently recognized by the Pennsylvania Bankers Association for his 40 years of service to the banking industry.

November 20, 2019: Wayne Bank Expands in Luzerne County

Exeter, PA – Wayne Bank recently expanded in Luzerne County with the opening of its new Community Office at 1130 Wyoming Avenue in Exeter. This is the Bank’s second location in the Luzerne County market, having opened a Community Office in Hanover Township in April of this year.

November 13, 2019: Wayne Bank Will Host 3rd Annual Wayne County Food Pantry Drive

Honesdale, PA –Wayne Bank’s Honesdale Main Street Community Office will host their 3rd Annual Food Pantry Drive to coincide with downtown Honesdale’s Winter Wonderland event.

November 06, 2019: Wayne Bank Hires Exeter Community Office Manager

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that Kristen Bolin has joined the Bank as a Community Office Manager for the Bank’s new Exeter location, which will open at 1130 Wyoming Avenue in November.

November 04, 2019: David F. Yamialkowski Celebrates 30 Years With Wayne Bank

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, recently honored David F. Yamialkowski for his 30 years of service with the Bank.

October 31, 2019: Ann M. Crane Celebrates 35 Years With Wayne Bank

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, recently honored Ann M. Crane for her 35 years of service with the Bank.

October 31, 2019: Teresa Hynes Celebrates 30 Years With Wayne Bank

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, recently honored Teresa Hynes for her 30 years of service with the Bank.

October 31, 2019: Bonnie Lockett Celebrates 35 Years With Wayne Bank

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, recently honored Bonnie Lockett for her 35 years of service with the Bank.

October 31, 2019: Wayne Bank Celebrates Employee Service Milestones

Honesdale, Pa – Wayne Bank recently held a luncheon and awards presentation to recognize employees celebrating years of service milestones with the Bank. 27 employees were honored at the luncheon, which was held at The Honesdale Golf Club on October 23.

October 03, 2019: Wayne Bank Unveils Monticello Smart Banking Solution Center

Monticello, NY – Wayne Bank recently launched an exciting new Smart Banking Solution Center at their Monticello Community Office.

August 29, 2019: Wayne Bank Joins Karen Corrigan’s Preschool and Child Care Home to Support Wayne County Library

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank recently joined with Karen Corrigan’s Preschool and Child Care Home to support the Wayne County Public Library.

August 15, 2019: Wayne Bank Celebrates Hanover Township Community Office With Rock Away on the Parkway Open House Event

Hanover Twp., Luzerne County, PA – Wayne Bank’s Hanover Township Community Office will host a special open house event on Saturday, August 31st from 10 AM to 12 Noon.

August 12, 2019: Kerri Stuart receives the Helen Villaume Education Enrichment Grant

Honesdale, PA - The Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation has announced the selection of the recipient of the 2019 Helen Villaume Education Enrichment Grant Award.

August 12, 2019: The Wright Center for Community Health Receives Grant from Villaume Foundation

Honesdale, PA - The Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation announced that The Wright Center for Community Health was selected to receive one of the Foundation’s 2019 community grant awards. Maria Montoro-Edwards, PHD, Maria Kolcharno, and Katie Blake, received a check for $40,000.00 on behalf of The Wright Center for Community Health from Villaume Foundation board members, Lewis J. Critelli and Jon Villaume.

August 1st, 2019: Wayne Bank Holds School Supply Drive For Walton Central School District

Walton, NY – From August 1 – September 6, Wayne Bank’s Walton Community Office will collect school supplies for the Walton Central School District. The Walton Community Office on Delaware Street will have a collection box set up in their lobby, where items can be dropped off during regular business hours.

July 22, 2019: Wayne Highlands School District Receives Grant from Villaume Foundation

Honesdale, PA - The Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation announced that the Wayne Highlands School District was selected to receive one of the Foundation’s 2019 community grant awards. Gregory Frigoletto, Wayne Highlands School District Superintendent, was on hand to receive a check for $5,000.00 from Villaume Foundation board member, Paul Edwards.

July 05, 2019: Wayne County Community Foundation Receives Grant from Villaume Foundation

Honesdale, PA - The Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation announced that the Wayne County Community Foundation was selected to receive one of the Foundation’s 2019 community grant awards. Paul Edwards, Executive Director of the Wayne County Community Foundation, was on hand to receive a check for $5,000.00 from Villaume Foundation board member, Jon Villaume.

July 05, 2019: Wayne Bank Celebrates New Hanover Township Community Office With Ribbon Cutting

Hanover Twp., PA – Wayne Bank recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony at its new Hanover Township Community Office, on June 26.

June 24, 2019: Wayne Bank Voted Best Bank and Best Customer Service in The River Reporter

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank was recently presented with the 2018 Readers’ Choice Award for “Best Bank” and “Best Customer Service” from The River Reporter.

June 24, 2019: Farm Arts Collective Receives Grant from Villaume Foundation

Honesdale, PA - The Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation announced that the Farm Arts Collective was selected to receive one of the Foundation’s 2019 community grant awards. Sue Currier, President of the Farm Arts Collective Board, was on hand to receive a check for $5,000.00 from Villaume Foundation board members, Paul Edwards and Jon Villaume.

June 21, 2019: Wayne Bank Unveils Stamford Smart Banking Solution Center

Stamford, NY – Wayne Bank recently completed the installation of a new Smart Banking Solution Center in their Stamford Community Office.

May 24, 2019: Wayne Bank Promotes Kris Malti to Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Kris Malti to Vice President.

May 14th, 2019: Wayne Bank Will Host 2nd Annual Blood Drive for the American Red Cross

Honesdale, PA – On May 23, Wayne Bank’s Honesdale Main Street Community Office will host a Blood Drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross.

April 29th, 2019: Wayne Bank Opens New Hanover Twp. Community Office

Hanover Twp., PA – Wayne Bank recently opened a new Community Office at 734 Sans Souci Parkway in Hanover Township, marking the Bank’s entry into the Luzerne County market.

April 17th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports the Public Libraries of Wayne County

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the seven public libraries of Wayne County with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program in 2019.

April 17th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports C.A.S.U.A.L. Day 2019

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank employees recently participated in the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute’s 16th annual C.A.S.U.A.L Day on March 28.

March 28th, 2019: Wayne Bank Unveils Walton Smart Banking Solution Center

Walton, NY – Wayne Bank recently completed the installation of a new Smart Banking Solution Center in their Walton Community Office. This is the Bank’s fourth Smart Banking Solution Center, and the first in Delaware County.

March 27th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports Honesdale Communities That Care

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support Honesdale Communities That Care in 2019 with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program.

March 15th, 2019: Wayne Bank Participates in Pink Out Day

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank employees recently took part in a Pink Out Day on March 11, 2019, wearing special “Pink Out Day 2019” t-shirts along with casual dress.

March 15th, 2019: Wayne Bank Hires Stamford Community Office Manager

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that Krystin Woodcock has joined the Bank as a Community Office Manager for the Stamford location.

March 15th, 2019: Wayne Bank Hires Hanover Township Community Office Manager

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that Julie Shenyo has joined the Bank as a Community Office Manager for the Bank’s new Hanover Township location, which is scheduled to open at 734 Sans Souci Parkway in mid-April.

March 14th, 2019: Wayne Bank Unveils Milford Smart Banking Solution Center

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank recently completed the installation of a new Smart Banking Solution Center in their Milford Community Office. This is the Bank’s third Smart Banking Solution Center, and the first in Pike County.

February 25th, 2019: Wayne Bank Hires Monticello Community Office Manager

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that Nicola D. Folina has joined the Bank as a Community Office Manager for the Monticello location.

February 25th, 2019: Wayne Bank Holds Soldiers’ Angels Warm Feet for Warriors Sock Drive

Liberty, NY – Wayne Bank’s Monticello and Liberty Community Offices will hold a Sock Drive to support the 2019 Soldiers’ Angels Warm Feet for Warriors campaign.

February 12th, 2019: Wayne Bank Offers Tips To Prevent Tax ID Fraud

Honesdale, PA – As the 2019 tax season gets underway, taxpayers should take extra precaution when filing their return to prevent their exposure to fraud. Tax identity fraud takes place when a criminal files a false tax return using a stolen Social Security number in order to fraudulently claim the refund. Identity thieves generally file false claims early in the year and victims are unaware until they file a return and learn one has already been filed in their name.

February 12th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports the American Readers Theatre

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the American Readers Theatre with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program in 2019.

February 12th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports the Delaware Valley School District Through The Greater Pike Community Foundation

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the Greater Pike Community Foundation with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program in 2019.

February 12th, 2019: The John and Helen Villaume Foundation Establishes Geisinger Medical School Scholarship

Honesdale, PA - On January 23, 2019, members of the Board of The John and Helen Villaume Foundation presented Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine with a scholarship for a medical school student whose home residence is Wayne County. The purpose of the “John and Helen Villaume Foundation Scholarship” is to support a medical student who has demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career as a physician in Wayne County upon graduation. It is the Board’s hope that by providing this financial incentive, the area can increase the number of physicians practicing locally. The $40,000 award is based upon the student’s academic achievements, need and the recommendation of the Geisinger Commonwealth’s Scholarship Committee recommendation. Those eligible will be a third and/or fourth year student.

February 12th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports the Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation

Honesdale, PA – Lewis J Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce that the Bank will support the Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation with a donation through the Educational Improvement Organization Program in 2019.

February 12th, 2019: Wayne Bank Will Return to the Greater Pocono Home and Outdoor Living Show

Stroudsburg, PA – Wayne Bank will return to the Greater Pocono Home and Outdoor Living Show as an exhibitor this year.

February 1st, 2019: Wayne Bank Unveils Honesdale Smart Banking Solution Center

Honesdale, PA – Wayne Bank recently launched an exciting new Smart Banking Solution Center at their Honesdale Main Street Community Office.

January 16th, 2019: Wayne Bank Supports Pike County Women’s Professional Clothing Drive

Milford, PA – The Women in Business Committee of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce is currently hosting a Women’s Professional Clothing Drive.

January 9th, 2019: Wayne Bank Promotes Gerald Arnese to Assistant Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Gerald Arnese to Assistant Vice President.

January 8th, 2019: Wayne Bank Promotes Ronald DePasquale to Facilities Officer

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Ronald DePasquale to Facilities Officer.

January 8th, 2019: Wayne Bank Promotes Wendy Olsen to Assistant Manager

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Wendy Olsen to Assistant Manager of the Milford Community Office.

January 8th, 2019: Wayne Bank Promotes Frank Sislo to Vice President

Honesdale, Pa – Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Sislo to Vice President.