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Lewis J. Critelli to Retire as Chairmen of the Board of Norwood Financial Corp; Dr. Andrew A. Forte Appointed Chairman of the Board; Dr. Marissa Nacinovich and James Shook Appointed to the Board

HONESDALE, Pa., Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lewis J. Critelli has announced his retirement from the Board of Directors of Norwood Financial Corp (the “Company”) (Nasdaq Global Market-NWFL) and its subsidiary, Wayne Bank, effective September 16, 2025. The Board of Directors also announced the appointment of Dr. Andrew A. Forte, current Vice Chairman of the Board, to Chairman of the Board, as well as director, Kevin Lamont, to Vice Chairman of the Board. Mr. Critelli stated, “It's truly bee

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Lewis J. Critelli to Retire as Chairmen of the Board of Norwood Financial Corp; Dr. Andrew A. Forte Appointed Chairman of the Board; Dr. Marissa Nacinovich and James Shook Appointed to the Board

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