MANCHESTER– St. Mary's Bank, the nation's first credit union has been named Best Bank in the 2026 Best of the 603 Awards, a community voted program celebrating New Hampshire’s favorite businesses, people and places.This recognition reflects something that has shaped St. Mary’s Bank since the beginning: listening to what the community needs and finding better ways to serve. Today, that means giving members the flexibility to bank in the way that works best for them, from convenient digital tools and a
The Mark Stebbins Community Center, a collaborative space built to support families on Manchester’s West Side, has received an early investment from St. Mary’s Bank reflecting a shared commitment to collaboration and long-term impact. St. Mary’s Bank strategically chose to fund the Center’s endowment — a $500,000 investment that will grow over time and strengthen year after year. Annual earnings will help support operations every year while the principal continues to grow, creating a reliable source of