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Posted: August 10, 2018
Thomaston Savings Bank opens new branch in Watertown, Conn.
Watertown, CT Thomaston Savings Bank celebrated the grand reopening of its new branch with a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception. Attended by local officials, community leaders and the Watertown/Oakville Chamber of Commerce, speakers from the event featured town manager Robert Scannell and Stephen Lewis, CEO and president of Thomaston Savings Bank.
The renovation of the 6,000 s/f, full-service branch was designed by QA+M Architecture, and offers the community a fully updated bank with a modernized lobby and interior; improved parking and building access; and an additional drive-through lane.
“We are proud to be part of a project that will have a positive impact on the community it serves,” said Jason Davis, project manager at QA+M Architecture.
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