Adams Community Bank Adds Assistant Vice President, Promotes Officer

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Gerry Biron
Jacob Dabrowski
ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Community Bank President and CEO Charles O'Brien announced the promotion of Jacob Dabrowski to branch officer at the Lee Branch and the hiring of Gerry Biron as assistant vice president of credit administration.
 
"Jake's background in financial services coupled with his outstanding customer service skills will serve us well as we continue to expand customer relationships in Lee and the surrounding communities," O'Brien said. "He will be an asset to our customers and employees alike. We look forward to his ideas and leadership skills as we continue to provide new products and services to the communities we serve."
 
In his new capacity Dabrowski will be responsible for leading the branch team in ensuring our customers receive personalized attention and outstanding customer service. Dabrowski has been with the bank since 2010, where he has held the position of customer service representative. Prior to joining Adams Community Bank, Dabrowski has held positions at TD Bank and Citizen's Bank.
 
Dabrowski is very involved in the community, including the Adams Community Bank Relay for Life Committee and the Alzheimer's Committee along with many other volunteer activities. He is a graduate of Hoosac Valley High School and the Hallmark Institute of Photography.
 
"We are delighted to welcome Gerry," said O'Brien of Biron joining the Adams Community Bank team. "Gerry comes to us with 17 years of strong banking experience in Berkshire County where he specialized in underwriting, lending compliance, and quality assurance. As we expand our retail lending portfolio, Gerry's expertise will be beneficial to our continued success."
 
Prior to joining Adams Community Bank, Biron was an assistant vice president at MountainOne Bank and at Greylock Federal Credit Union.
 
A distinguished graduate of both Salem State College and the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking, Biron is a lifelong resident of Adams. He also served time in the United States Marine Corp where he was the recipient of the Good Conduct Medal.
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Dalton Announces New Supplier for Energy Program

DALTON, Mass. – The Town of Dalton has signed a thirty-four month contract with a new supplier, First Point Power.
 
Beginning with the January 2026 meter reads, the Dalton Community Choice Power Supply Program will have a new rate of $0.13042 per kWh. The Program will also continue to offer an optional 100 percent green product, which is derived from National Wind Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), at a rate of $0.13142 per kWh.
 
For Dalton residents and businesses who are enrolled in the Town's Program, the current rate of $0.13849 per kWh will expire with the January 2026 meter reads and the new rate of $0.13042 per kWh will take effect. This represents a decrease of $5 per month on the supply side of the bill given average usage of 600 kWh. Additionally, this new rate is 3 percent lower than Eversource's Residential Basic Service rate of $0.13493 per kWh. Residents can expect to see an
average savings of $3 per month for the month of January 2026. Eversource's Basic Service rates
will change on Feb. 1, 2026.
 
Dalton launched its electricity program in January 2015 in an effort to develop an energy program that would be stable and affordable. From inception through June 2025, the Program has saved residents and small businesses over $1.7 million in electricity costs as compared to Eversource Basic Service.
 
It is important to note that no action is required by current participants. This change will be seen on the February 2026 bills. All accounts currently enrolled in the Program will remain with their current product offering and see the new rate and First Point Power printed under the "Supplier Services" section of their monthly bill.
 
The Dalton Community Choice Power Supply Program has no fees or charges. However, anyone switching from a contract with a third-party supplier may be subject to penalties or early termination fees charged by that supplier. Ratepayers should verify terms before switching.
 
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