ADAMS, Mass. — The combined Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank will be known as Trailmark Bank, according to a joint statement issued on Wednesday. 

 

The new logo is the imprint of a hiking boot designed to reflect the unique character of the Berkshires, where a network of trails run throughout the entire county, connecting towns from Adams to Pittsfield to Great Barrington and linking communities across mountains, valleys, and scenic ridgelines. 

 

"The trails that weave through the Berkshires create shared experiences and remind us that every journey begins with a single step," said Julie Fallon Hughes, CEO of the combined institution. "Trailmark Bank reflects both where we come from and where we're headed. We are proud to be a bank built by people who believe in staying the course, investing in our communities, and helping our customers make their mark for years to come."

 

These paths — including the Appalachian Trail and countless local routes — have long served as both physical and symbolic connections across the region. They represent movement, resilience, and the shared experience of navigating forward together.

 

With nearly 300 years of combined service, Trailmark Bank will build on the legacies of Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. The new name honors that shared history while signaling a forward-looking future — one rooted in local decision-making, strong relationships, and continued investment in the communities it serves.

 

"As someone who grew up in the Berkshires, this name resonates deeply," said Gregg Levante, president. "Trailmark Bank reflects the character of this region — hard-working, resilient, and grounded in the outdoors and community. These trails have connected our towns for generations, and in many ways, that's what we’re doing here — bringing people together and helping them navigate their financial journeys."

 

In a message to customers, Adams Community stated there will be no immediate changes to accounts, services, branch locations, online banking, or debit cards. The two banks will continue operating separately until the planned merger later this year. Bank officials say they will communicate any future changes well in advance.

 

"We will continue to be a community-focused bank dedicated to the people, families, businesses, and organizations that make the Berkshires such a special place to live and work,"  Fallon Hughes said in the customer message. 

 

Trailmark Bank will operate as a mutual banking organization with approximately $1.5 billion in assets, nearly 200 employees, and full-service branches serving communities across Berkshire County. The bank will remain locally focused, with decisions made in the Berkshires and a continued commitment to supporting local businesses, families, and nonprofit organizations. Trailmark Bank is a subsidiary of Community Bancorp of the Berkshires, MHC.

 

Additional details including branding, products and materials will be introduced in phases leading up to the completion of the merger, expected later in 2026, pending regulatory approvals. Until that time, both banks will continue to operate independently, with no immediate changes to customer accounts or services.

 

The merger and name are subject to customary state, federal and governance regulatory approvals.