Wayne Bank Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026

Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is proud to announce that Wayne Bank has been named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026. This recognition highlights financial institutions committed to strengthening local economies through small business support, community investment, and reliable access to everyday banking services.

Wayne Bank was selected by Newsweek in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group following a comprehensive evaluation of regional banks and credit unions nationwide. The list recognizes institutions that play a vital role in their communities by financing local projects, supporting economic growth, and maintaining strong customer trust.

“This is an outstanding accomplishment for our organization and a true reflection of the commitment and dedication our team shows every day—to our customers and to each other,” said Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank. “Being recognized on a national level by Newsweek is an honor, but it’s our people who make it possible. I’m incredibly grateful to our employees for living our Every Day Better™ values and for the care, professionalism, and teamwork they bring to everything they do. This recognition would not be possible without them.”

The Newsweek ranking is based on a nationwide survey of more than 71,000 U.S. citizens, combined with analysis of 1.9 million social media reviews and 129 million mobile app reviews. These insights were used to identify the top 500 regional banks and credit unions making a meaningful difference in their communities.

“More than financial service providers, credit unions and regional banks are community partners, showing up in neighborhoods, participating in local initiatives and helping strengthen the connections that bind their members together,” said Jennifer H. Cunningham, Editor-in-Chief of Newsweek. “We hope this list helps readers find the most trusted financial institutions in their area—whether they’re planning their next business venture or taking the next step toward financial security.”

Wayne Bank is a subsidiary of Norwood Financial Corp., Member FDIC, and is located in Honesdale, Pennsylvania.  The Bank has 33 Community Offices serving Wayne, Pike, Monroe, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Chester, Dauphin, and Lancaster Counties in Pennsylvania, along with Delaware, Sullivan, Otsego, Ontario, and Yates Counties in New York. The stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol – NWFL.