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Pace Gallery recently cut 50 artists and laid off 50 staff members. This represents a 30% reduction in artists and 20% in employees. CEO Marc Glimcher described the move as a "model correction." He stated the current gallery model is "unfixable" and needs change. The gallery will now focus on representing approximately 80 artists.

New York, New York

https://hyperallergic.com/pace-cuts-50-workers-and-50-artists-citing-a-broken-gallery-model/

IAPE 1096 confirmed Dow Jones is reducing staff. Editors were asked to volunteer for layoffs in a department merger. This merger aims to cut ten editorial positions by August. Additionally, 28 union positions in Technology departments will be eliminated. In total, 42 IAPE-represented employees are affected by these changes.

New York, New York

https://talkingbiznews.com/media-news/wsj-union-confirms-editors-asked-to-volunteer-for-layoffs/

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse expects no layoffs or parish closures. This comes as the diocese emerges from bankruptcy proceedings. Many other dioceses have faced closures and staff reductions. The Syracuse diocese filed for bankruptcy in June 2020 due to s-x abuse lawsuits. A $176 million compensation fund was created for abuse survivors.

Syracuse, N.Y.

https://www.syracuse.com/news/2026/05/syracuse-diocese-says-no-layoffs-parish-closures-expected-as-it-emerges-from-bankruptcy.html

State Senator Michelle Hinchey proposed the AI Labor Information Act. This bill requires large New York employers to report AI-related job losses. Businesses with 50 or more employees would disclose positions replaced by AI. The proposal also tracks human work hours remaining after AI integration. The bill is currently advancing through legislative committees.

https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/ai-labor-bill-new-york-legislature-jobs-22275358.php

Watertown City Council adopted its new budget on Thursday. The approved spending plan includes an 8 percent property tax increase. This budget will result in three employee layoffs. Affected positions are a police records clerk, a library clerk, and a code enforcement officer. Ten other positions were eliminated through attrition or vacancy.

Watertown, New York

https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/05/21/watertown-adopts-budget-with-tax-increase-layoffs/

Voters in Central New York school districts are deciding on budgets. Many districts face increasing costs for health insurance, utilities, and transportation. State funding remains flat while enrollment is declining across the region. Several districts propose staff reductions, including layoffs, to close budget gaps. Liverpool, Fulton, Jamesville-DeWitt, and Cortland are among those planning job cuts.

https://www.syracuse.com/schools/2026/05/school-district-voters-head-to-polls-tuesday-to-decide-on-budgets-including-some-with-layoffs.html

The Associated Press laid off 20 U.S.-based journalists on Friday. This action is part of a previously announced restructuring plan. The organization is shifting its focus from print to visual journalism and other revenue sources. These layoffs followed buyout offers made to over 120 journalists last month. Approximately 40 staffers accepted the voluntary buyouts.

New York, New York

https://www.newsday.com/business/news-industry-ap-layoffs-q20022

Goldman Sachs is deploying generative AI to automate back-office tasks. President John Waldron stated this initiative will not cause mass layoffs. He expects the company's overall headcount to remain stable. Goldman Sachs Research estimates AI could expose 300 million jobs globally. Analysts remain skeptical, noting potential impacts on entry-level roles.

Manhattan, New York

https://hoodline.com/2026/05/goldman-boss-pushes-ai-factory-floor-swears-manhattan-jobs-won-t-vanish/

June 10th is the next wave for Tampa and NY.

The Children's Institute will lay off 34 employees. This follows the University of Rochester's decision to end its leased employee relationship. A WARN notice was filed with the New York State Department of Labor. The layoffs are scheduled to begin on June 30. The university stated the Institute now operates with greater independence.

Rochester, New York

https://www.whec.com/top-news/childrens-institute-to-layoff-34-jobs-following-contract-split-with-urochester/

The New York State Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers with 50 or more full-time employees to provide at least 90 days of advance notice before mass layoffs, plant closings, or business relocations. This law, which is stricter than the federal WARN Act, ensures employees have time to find new jobs or seek training

Central New York cities face significant budget shortfalls. Auburn, Cortland, and Watertown are experiencing multi-million dollar deficits. These cities are considering layoffs, pay cuts, and service reductions. Rising health insurance, pension costs, and stagnant state funding contribute to the crisis. Officials are also proposing property tax increases to address the financial gaps.

https://www.syracuse.com/news/2026/05/central-nys-mid-sized-cities-are-slashing-jobs-and-services-amid-a-bruising-budget-crunch.html

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New York employees may be allowed to relocate to New Jersey although those spots are full.

Armor-IIMAK will close its Amherst manufacturing plant. This action will lead to 199 job layoffs. Only just over 50 jobs will remain. The French company is consolidating its U.S. operations. A WARN notice was filed regarding these layoffs.

Amherst, New York

https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/05/07/armor-iimak-amherst-plant-closing-layoffs.html

McDermott Will & Schulte recently conducted layoffs. The firm separated from a small number of associates. These layoffs occurred across multiple practice areas. The firm stated it is aligning with shifting client needs. Layoffs reportedly extended beyond the New York office.

https://abovethelaw.com/2026/05/newly-merged-top-20-biglaw-firms-growing-pains-include-layoffs/

Saks Global received approval for its reorganization plan. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas granted this approval. The retailer will lay off 16 percent of its corporate workforce. This reduction impacts approximately 640 jobs. Saks Global plans to emerge from bankruptcy this summer.

New York

https://nationaljeweler.com/articles/14939-saks-global-begins-layoffs-reorganization-plans-approved

WK NY had layoffs this week and has already cut upwards of 5% of its staff.

The Estée Lauder Companies increased its planned job cuts. It now plans to eliminate 9,000 to 10,000 positions. This is an increase from the earlier estimate of 5,800 to 7,000 roles. Over 70% of these additional cuts affect point-of-sale demonstration roles. These reductions are part of a shift towards high-growth channels.

https://www.happi.com/breaking-news/more-layoffs-at-estee-lauder/

Saks Global is reducing its corporate headquarters workforce. The company is cutting 16 percent of these positions. This action impacts approximately 640 workers. These layoffs reflect an optimized operational footprint. Saks Global filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year.

New York, New York

https://wwd.com/business-news/retail/saks-global-sets-more-layoffs-at-corporate-office-1238935066/

Nine positions were eliminated at two North Country hospitals. Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital and Alice Hyde Medical Center are affected. President Michelle LeBeau announced the staff reductions. The health system faces rising costs and policy changes. These decisions aim to protect access to care for communities.

Plattsburgh, N.Y.

https://www.wcax.com/2026/04/27/2-north-country-hospitals-announce-layoffs/

Condé Nast recently laid off 16 employees across several brands. These cuts affected staff at Self, Glamour, and Condé Nast Entertainment. The NewsGuild of New York and Condé United union issued an official statement. They reported 33 total layoffs over the past five months. The union expressed concerns about diversity and editorial quality.

New York, New York

https://ouispeakfashion.com/conde-nast-layoffs-draw-union-response/

SelectCare is closing its New York office. This closure will result in 59 employee layoffs. The company filed a WARN notice confirming these job cuts. Layoffs are scheduled to take effect by June 30, 2026. SelectCare did not provide a specific reason for the office closure.

New York, New York

https://whatnow.com/new-york/local-news/major-nyc-home-health-agency-set-to-close-office-50-employees-to-be-laid-off/

The Coca-Cola Company will lay off 41 employees. These job cuts will occur at its Queens office. A WARN filing confirmed the permanent layoffs. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on May 31, 2026. No specific reason for these cuts was disclosed in the filing.

New York City, New York

https://whatnow.com/new-york/local-news/multinational-beverage-giant-to-cut-41-jobs-at-new-york-city-facility/

Us Weekly announced significant staff reductions. The company cut approximately half of its employees. This included the entire social media and español teams. Management cited weaker first-quarter performance as the reason. These layoffs reflect the challenging magazine industry landscape.

New York, New York

https://www.status.news/p/us-weekly-layoffs

I was rif'd in February and I noticed my paycheck was a lot hiring. Looks like they paid out PTO. Anyone else get that paid out? I didn't think they were going to pay PTO because of the new policy that came out last year. Could it be a state rule? I'm in NY.

A new study from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York indicates AI will reshape jobs rather than eliminate them immediately. The report suggests AI will augment more roles than it replaces in the near term. White-collar occupations, including finance and technology, are most exposed to AI tools. This technology is expected to boost productivity without a proportional increase in hiring. However, long-term effects on employment and wages remain uncertain.

New York, NY

https://www.thestreet.com/employment/ai-wont-trigger-mass-layoffs-yet-fed-study-says

Sonder's business recently collapsed. This collapse led to many job terminations. Exactly 101 workers lost their positions. These layoffs affected 11 different hotels. Official filings documented these job losses.

New York City, New York

https://www.crainsnewyork.com/real-estate/commercial/cny-sonder-layoffs-bankruptcy-warn-20260414/

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts plans to reduce its workforce. Fifty-two employees will be permanently laid off. The affected facility is located in the Bronx, New York. A WARN notice was filed with the state Department of Labor. These changes support the company's operational optimization and refranchising strategy.

Bronx, New York

https://whatnow.com/new-york/local-news/major-doughnut-and-coffee-chain-to-cut-52-jobs-at-new-york-facility/

Several Central New York school districts are proposing teacher and staff layoffs. Liverpool, Jamesville-DeWitt, and Fulton City districts plan job reductions. Liverpool Central School District proposes cutting 78 full-time positions. Jamesville-DeWitt expects to cut 35 positions to close a budget gap. Fulton City School District is looking to cut 54 positions due to a $5 million shortfall.

Syracuse, N.Y.

https://www.syracuse.com/schools/2026/04/in-addition-to-liverpool-two-other-cny-school-districts-are-facing-layoffs.html

A few C14s in my team were RIFed as well as a C15. We were under Ross Callan. Offices impacted were Delaware, NY, Texas, and Florida.

Day after the earnings call. Classic.

Have all the NYC office employees scheduled to be laid off this week been notified?

Alden Global Capital initiated staff cuts at Daily News. The Daily News union issued a strong response. These layoffs will reduce the union's membership by 28%. The union called Alden Global Capital a "predatory newspaper owner." They stated the cuts reflect corporate greed, not investment in journalism.

New York City, New York

https://nycclc.org/news/daily-news-union-newsguild-new-york-respond-alden-global

Fiverr announced significant employee reductions. The company is reducing its staff by 30 percent. Artificial intelligence is cited as the reason for these cuts. The layoffs specifically target tech employees. This news was posted on March 30, 2026.

https://fathomjournal.org/d03856ffsmm/9e1ead01-mN_W3NneMHg.html

Citigroup — Citigroup filed three WARN notices tied to subsidiaries at 388 Greenwich Street, New York, posted on March 10, 2026. The layoffs — listed as permanent — are set to begin between April 14–18, 2026, affecting 265 employees across Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. (16 employees) and other divisions.

Girl Scouts of the USA approved the sale of the Edith Macy Center Hotel. The property faced declining use and annual financial losses. BMC Benchmark Management Company is now laying off 49 employees. Layoffs will begin on April 30, 2026, and continue until July 13, 2026. This coincides with the hotel's planned closure and decommissioning.

Briarcliff Manor, New York

https://whatnow.com/new-york/local-news/longtime-training-center-near-manhattan-set-to-close-impacting-49-workers/

Spotify's podcast group conducted new layoffs on Monday. Fifteen employees were affected, which is about 3% of the podcast organization's staff. Most job cuts occurred at The Ringer and Spotify Studios. Spotify stated these changes aim to improve execution, speed, and team alignment. The company continues to invest in growth areas like multiformat content and video.

https://variety.com/2026/digital/news/spotify-podcast-layoffs-the-ringer-spotify-studios-1236697019/

I am on maternity leave and have a private office in NY. Have they announced or will be announcing any changes to workplace excellence/ return to office? I just want to know what to expect. My manager said changes were coming but delayed - anyone know when?

Liverpool's school district faces impending job reductions. A large budget shortfall necessitates these staff cuts. Superintendent Chapman estimates up to 80 positions could be eliminated. District spending has risen while student enrollment has decreased. The board reduced a $20 million gap, but layoffs are still expected.

SALINA, N.Y.

https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/liverpool-school-workers-to-face-layoffs-as-budget-deficit-reaches-millions/amp/

North Star Health Alliance announced workforce adjustments across its organization. A few dozen positions are believed to be affected by these changes. The company stated these actions are part of additional operational restructuring. North Star Health Alliance is currently operating under Chapter 11 bankruptcy. These steps are considered necessary to strengthen the organization for the future.

Watertown, New York

https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/03/20/north-star-announces-workforce-adjustments-few-dozen-positions-possibly-affected/

CBS News is undergoing a new round of layoffs. Approximately six percent of its staff will be impacted. Editor-in-chief Bari Weiss and president Tom Cibrowski are leading this restructuring. The company also announced the closure of CBS News Radio. This service will cease operations on May 22, 2026, eliminating all team positions.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/cbs-news-layoffs-underway-bari-weiss-1236542195/