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Bank Opens New Branch In Newington

The new location occupies a formerly empty storefront, with a ribbon-cutting taking place Tuesday.

M&T Bank Senior Branch Manager Mark Zigmont presents a charitable donation to representatives from the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington.
M&T Bank Senior Branch Manager Mark Zigmont presents a charitable donation to representatives from the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington. (Carter Johnson/Courtesy of M&T Bank)

NEWINGTON, CT — M&T Bank Tuesday officially announced the opening of a new bank branch in Newington.

"The new branches are located in formerly vacant storefronts, breathing new life into the communities and providing residents with access to a range of financial services," reads an announcement by the bank.

The new branch is located at 1095 Main St. in Newington.

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The bank had a ribbon-cutting celebrations in Newington Tuesday evening.

It was attended by M&T Bank leadership and staff, local elected officials and members of the community.

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“We are thrilled to open these two new branches and provide our customers with even more convenient access to our services,” said Michael Weinstock, regional president of M&T Bank, speaking about Newington and another bank branch opening in Waterford. “These two locations will help us better serve both communities and provide our customers with the high-quality banking experience they deserve.”

“M&T Bank’s decision to open a new branch in Newington is a testament to the strength and vitality of our town,” said Beth DelBuono, mayor of Newington. “This branch will bring new jobs and additional economic opportunities to our residents. I look forward to working with M&T for years to come.”

As a full-service bank, M&T will expand in-branch as well as online and digital solutions to help address customer banking preferences.

M&T Bank Corp. is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, N.Y.

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