St. Mary’s Credit Union completes merger with MetroWest

St. Mary’s Credit Union, of Marlborough, has completed its merger with Framingham-based MetroWest Community Federal Credit Union, creating a combined institution with about $1.15 billion in assets and more than 60,000 members throughout MetroWest.

The merger followed regulatory and member approvals, according to a community announcement, and brings the organizations together under the St. Mary’s Credit Union name and charter.

Leaders said members will see expanded financial products and services, additional automated teller machine access across local communities, improved digital banking tools and continued personalized service, according to the announcement.

The credit union will operate eight branch locations in Framingham, Hudson, Marlborough, Northborough and Westborough, along with a corporate office and loan center in Marlborough.

“Today we officially begin a new chapter, uniting two institutions with a shared philosophy to best serve our members and people throughout the MetroWest area,” said Jim Petkewich, president and CEO, St. Mary’s Credit Union in a statement. “We welcome MetroWest Community Federal Credit Union members into our family with a promise to preserve the personal connections and community focus that defines St. Mary’s Credit Union. With the merger, we’ll continue to expand our reach and capabilities while providing every member with tailored financial solutions from trusted experts in their community.”

Brian Bouvier, chairman of the board at St. Mary’s Credit Union, said the transition reflects a broader strategy centered on long-term growth and service.

“We’re excited to welcome the members of MetroWest Community Federal Credit Union into the SMCU family,” Bouvier said in a statement. “This merger reflects our ongoing commitment to thoughtful, sustainable growth while staying true to our mission of putting members first.”

Officials said existing customers can expect a seamless transition, with the ability to conduct transactions as usual at area branches and continue working with familiar staff.

Branding and signage updates are taking place at the former MetroWest Community Federal Credit Union branch in Framingham, though services and access to financial tools will remain unchanged.

More information about the organization is available at stmaryscu.org.

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