NewAlliance Bancshares, doing business as NewAlliance Bank, was the second largest Connecticut-based savings bank.

First Niagara Bank announced its acquisition of NewAlliance in August 2010.

[1] NewAlliance Bank has its roots dating back to 1838 when it was chartered with the formation of New Haven Savings Bank.

NewAlliance Bank has seen consistent growth since its formation.

Following are list of happenings: Stats as of December 31, 2009: