WESTERLY, R.I., May 23, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company ("Washington
Trust"; "the Bank") today announced that the Bank was once again
selected by Newsweek to the annual list of "America's Best
Small Banks 2023" for the State of Rhode
Island. This is the second straight year Washington Trust
has received recognition from Newsweek, who partnered with
LendingTree, in evaluating 4,800 FDIC-insured banks and
NCUA-insured credit unions for the annual "Best Banks" rankings.
According to Newsweek, as a State winner, Washington Trust
is recognized for delivering "all the best of banking small: a more
personal touch, good customer experience, competitive rates, low
fees, and a variety of financial products."
"We're honored to receive recognition once again from
Newsweek as "America's Best Small Bank," representing
Rhode Island," stated Edward O.
"Ned" Handy, III, Washington Trust Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer. "This award is a testament to the dedication of our
Washington Trust team, who are committed to providing our customers
with sound financial advice and solutions, which are especially
important during these difficult economic times."
ABOUT WASHINGTON
TRUST®
Founded in 1800, Washington
Trust is the oldest community bank in the nation and one of
the Northeast's premier financial services companies. Washington
Trust offers a full range of financial services, including
commercial banking, mortgage banking, personal banking and
wealth management and trust services through its offices
located in Rhode Island,
Connecticut and Massachusetts. The Washington Trust Company is
a subsidiary of Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc., (NASDAQ:
WASH). Additional information on Washington Trust can be found at
washtrust.com.
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SOURCE The Washington Trust Company