Woburn, Massachusetts, June 16, 2023 – Ryan T. Bellemore is the 2023 winner of Northern Bank’s annual James E. McGarry, Jr. college scholarship.

The $5,000 award honors the late “Jim” McGarry of Woburn for his 50 years of service to Northern Bank and pays tribute to his lifelong affinity for local fire and police departments. Applicants must have a parent or guardian who is an active firefighter or police officer in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

Bellemore, whose father Timothy is a Westford firefighter, regularly volunteers at local fire departments and works as a ski patroller at Nashoba Valley Ski Area in Westford. His resume includes seven academic awards, excellent test scores and a high GPA. In Fall 2023, he will attend the University of Vermont to study Biology (Pre-Med).

“Ryan impressed us with his commitment to academic success and community service,” said Michelle Arnold, Northern Bank Charitable Foundation Committee Member. “We look forward to awarding another deserving candidate when our 2024 scholarship application opens in January.”

The Northern Bank Charitable Foundation annually administers the James E. McGarry, Jr. Scholarship Fund, which was established in 2014.

About Northern Bank

Northern Bank is a full-service bank dedicated to providing practical, common sense financial solutions to help our customers’ lives and businesses grow. From deposit products to loans to payment and collections services, we work hands on with our entrepreneurial customers, both locally and across the country, to provide the financial support they need to realize their personal and business goals. Founded in 1960, Northern Bank has 13 locations serving communities throughout Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Northern Bank is a Member of the FDIC, and an Equal Housing Lender.