NBT BANK CONTINUES CONNECTICUT GROWTH WITH PLANNED TORRINGTON LOCATION

TORRINGTON, CT (July 7, 2026) – NBT Bank is continuing its expansion in Connecticut with plans for a newly constructed branch at 131 South Main Street in Torrington.

“Our new Torrington office is an important step in our continued growth across Connecticut,” said Andreas Kapetanopoulos, NBT’s Connecticut Regional President. “This new branch reflects our commitment to providing convenient, personalized banking services and building strong relationships in the communities we serve.”

Construction is underway on the 1,600-square-foot banking location, which will feature drive-up services, an ATM, and night drop capabilities. The branch is expected to open in 2027.

Ted Shafer, President & CEO of the Northwest CT Chamber of Commerce said, "On behalf of the Northwest CT Chamber of Commerce, congratulations to NBT Bank on this exciting groundbreaking. Today’s activity represents far more than the start of a new building—it is a visible investment in Torrington’s future, our local economy, and the people and businesses that call Northwest CT home. Projects like this create jobs, strengthen our commercial corridor, and demonstrate confidence in the continued growth and vitality of our region. We are grateful to NBT Bank for choosing to invest here and for being a valued community partner."

Since establishing a presence in Connecticut in 2019, NBT Bank has steadily grown both its customer base and locally based team. Today, the bank employs more than 100 people in the state and operates six additional offices: Canaan, Lakeville, Salisbury, and Sharon in Litchfield County, as well as Glastonbury and West Hartford in Hartford County.