Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure
William J. Wagner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Northwest Bancorp, Inc., will participate in the Sterne Agee Financial Services Conference MHC Panel, scheduled for 1:30 to 2:20 PM, on Monday, February 9, 2009. While no formal presentation is planned, Mr. Wagner will answer questions as they arise. Those interested in hearing Mr. Wagner's comments on the MHC Panel on Monday February 9, 2009 beginning at 1:30 PM can:
Use dial in # 212.812.2800
Access code: 12639724

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