Led by BVA, Alternatives Sought for Banking in Morris Area

The January 19 closing of the Morris branch of Community Bank NA saw the expeditious boarding up of the bank’s ATM machine. The closing marked the end of 167 years of banking service at the 132 Main Street location. (Photo by Maggie Brenner)

Led by BVA, Alternatives Sought for Banking in Morris Area

By TERESA WINCHESTER
MORRIS

In October 2023, Community Bank NA announced the January 19 closing of yet another of its branches—this one in Morris. A hue and cry immediately went up throughout the area. The closing affects not only the Village of Morris but a wider geographical swath which includes the towns of New Lisbon, Morris, and Butternuts, the Village of Gilbertsville, and the hamlet of Garrettsville. Calls were made, e-mails and letters were sent, and petitions were signed, to no avail.

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