#pennsylvania

iHeartMedia initiated layoffs affecting radio stations nationwide. The company is restructuring its radio programming and building new tech capabilities. This move aims for $50 million in annualized cost savings. Several Lehigh Valley radio personalities were among those let go. The company did not disclose the exact number of affected employees.

Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania

https://www.mcall.com/2026/06/25/lehigh-valley-radio-personalities-laid-off-as-iheartmedia-downsizes/

The Chartiers Valley School Board voted to outsource its transportation services. This decision followed a public hearing with community opposition. The board approved a seven-year contract with First Student. As a result, 41 transportation employees will be furloughed. The new agreement is set to begin on July 1, 2026.

Collier Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.wtae.com/article/pennsylvania-chartiers-valley-transportation-services/71677708

Marine Acquisition Inc. (doing business as Dometic) is permanently closing its marine manufacturing facility in Limerick Township, Pennsylvania. This closure is eliminating 89 jobs.

https://rv-pro.com/news/dometic-to-close-montgomery-county-pennsylvania-facility/

LNS North America announced it will close its LNS Chipblaster manufacturing plant in Meadville, Pennsylvania, on or about September 30, affecting 67 employees. The shutdown is part of a broader corporate consolidation, with production moving to the company's Kings Mountain, North Carolina, facility.

https://www.pennlive.com/business/2026/04/pa-manufacturing-facility-to-close-lay-off-dozens-of-workers.html

Vestis Services LLC filed a WARN notice in Pennsylvania. This action affects fewer than a dozen employees. The layoffs became effective June 15 and involve largely remote positions. No facility closures are indicated in Pennsylvania. The company does not expect significant impact on its Northeastern Pennsylvania operations.

https://fox56.com/news/local/vestis-layoffs-expected-to-affect-fewer-than-a-dozen-pennsylvania-workers

The June 15th rollout of RTO has occurred. Check your workday profile.
Looks like this batch (so far) included about 400 people out of the 4500+ in PA that work remotely still.
But don't worry, you will soon be replaced by the remote offshore employees.

https://triblive.com/news/health-now/upmc-to-lay-off-200-mostly-non-medical-employees/

American Expediting will shut down its operations. This closure includes layoffs at its Media headquarters. The company's lenders refused further financing. They also did not approve debt restructuring. These actions led to the company's shutdown.

Media, Pennsylvania

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/06/08/american-expediting-layoffs-closure-logistics.html

UPMC eliminated 200 positions. These cuts primarily affected non-clinical employees. Roles not directly facing members were also impacted. The health system posted higher operating revenue. However, it experienced a decline in revenue over expenses.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

https://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/news/2026/06/09/upmc-announces-layoffs-200-jobs.html

Pittsburgh Public Theater announced the elimination of 11 staff positions on May 19. This decision follows the theater's board vote to merge with Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera. The merger is set to finalize in January 2027. Financial constraints and foregoing a traditional fall season necessitated the staffing changes. Former managing director Shaunda McDill's contract was also not renewed days prior.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

https://www.americantheatre.org/2026/06/08/in-pittsburgh-a-partnership-leads-to-layoffs/

Chandler Hall Health Services is selling its facility in Newtown Township. The nursing home and senior living community will cease operations. This change is expected around August 1. A total of 220 employees will be laid off. The new operator intends to offer employment to these workers.

Newtown Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/southeastern-pa/upper-bucks-county/bucks-county-nursing-home-announces-sale-staff-layoffs/article_5b468d5b-1898-4dc2-817a-96636180eb3e.html

Pennsylvania experienced widespread job losses in early 2026. The state's unemployment rate rose to 4.2 percent. Amazon cut nearly 1,000 employees across several counties. Other companies like Vertex, Saks, and Liberty Home Choices also announced significant layoffs. Store closures and AI adoption contributed to these workforce reductions.

https://patch.com/pennsylvania/across-pa/major-store-closures-job-cuts-hit-pa-2026

Geodis Logistics is closing a facility. This closure will result in 185 layoffs. The facility is located in Middlesex Township, Pennsylvania. It will close no later than August 31, 2026. The company filed a WARN notice regarding the permanent layoffs.

Carlisle, Pennsylvania

https://www.pennlive.com/business/2026/05/cumberland-county-facility-to-close-laying-off-185-people.html

Has any females been a victim of s-xual harassment at the sateliite branches of Comcast? I've heard it happening since 2010 was wondering if anyone experienced or saw anything first hand?

Calfrac Well Services Corp. is closing its Pennsylvania facility. The closure will result in 75 layoffs. The facility is located in Georges Township, Fayette County. Layoffs are expected to begin on July 20. The company anticipates the facility will close by September 30.

https://www.pennlive.com/business/2026/05/canadian-company-to-close-pa-facility-laying-off-75-people.html

Pittsburgh Public Theater confirmed staff layoffs. This action occurred amidst its merger with Pittsburgh CLO. Ongoing financial constraints led to the reductions. Artistic director Shaunda McDill was among those affected. The new merged entity may create future positions.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

https://www.wesa.fm/arts-culture/2026-05-20/pittsburgh-public-theater-announces-layoffs-in-advance-of-merger

St. Christopher's Hospital has enacted layoffs. These staff reductions are occurring now. The hospital faces looming Medicaid spending cuts. Other regional health systems also anticipate these reductions. These cuts are expected to be large-scale.

Philadelphia, PA

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/05/19/st-christophers-hospital-children-layoffs.html

Penn Entertainment dismissed 75 employees from its interactive division. These layoffs affected multiple levels of theScore Bet brand. This action follows the company's Q1 financial results. Penn has undergone significant corporate restructuring recently. The company continues efforts to grow its interactive business.

https://next.io/news/people/sources-penn-laying-off-75-employees/

Spirit Airlines' departure from Arnold Palmer Regional Airport resulted in 26 layoffs. Two additional employees also experienced reduced work hours. The Westmoreland County Airport Authority is in talks with four to five potential new carriers. One unnamed commercial airline has provided a letter of commitment. The airport anticipates several months before a new airline begins service.

Latrobe, Pennsylvania

https://www.latrobebulletinnews.com/news/local/airline-interested-in-arnold-palmer-regional-airport-spirit-closure-brings-layoffs/article_cd77a958-b57f-4510-976c-d09d8c0ebb7a.html

The proposed merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery could create new jobs in Pennsylvania. Shareholders approved the deal in late April. This merger is presented as a way to prevent Netflix from forming an entertainment monopoly. Pennsylvania's film and television industry is a major source of employment and economic output. Some lawmakers oppose the deal, citing concerns about business consolidation, but the article argues it is vital for the state.

https://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2026/05/pennsylvanias-film-jobs-depend-on-a-merger-washington-might-block-opinion.html

Knouse Foods Cooperative will close its manufacturing plant. The plant is located in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. One hundred forty-eight employees will be laid off. Approximately 50 employees will receive transfer offers. The closure is part of a long-term business strategy.

Chambersburg, PA

A manufacturing facility in Mechanicsburg is set to close. Quality Packaging Specialists International operates this plant. The closure is scheduled for July 6. Eighty-three employees will be affected by this action. A WARN notice provided this information.

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

https://local21news.com/news/local/mechanicsburg-manufacturing-facility-to-close-affect-83-employees-quality-packaging-specialists-international-llc-cumberland-county-closure

Durham School Services announced significant layoffs across multiple locations. However, its Berks County operations in Cumru Township remain unaffected. A spokesperson confirmed no job reductions are planned for the 51 employees there. The company is laying off nearly 300 people in Philadelphia and over 250 in New York. These broader layoffs stem from lost contracts with school districts.

Cumru Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/berks-school-bus-yard-not-impacted-by-parent-companys-major-layoffs/article_93576011-9fa7-4c09-977d-9d4599b49cbe.html

Passage Bio will reduce its workforce by 75%. This follows tough feedback from the FDA regarding its lead gene therapy. The FDA did not support a single-arm trial for the PBFT02 candidate. Passage Bio has also launched a strategic review for the company. This review includes exploring options like a merger, sale, or partnership.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

https://www.fiercebiotech.com/biotech/passage-launches-strategic-review-and-75-layoffs-after-gene-therapy-path-blocked-fda

Church & Dwight Inc. announced 195 employee layoffs. These job cuts are planned for June 30. The affected facility is in Jackson Township, York County. This information was filed in a state WARN notice. The company manufactures personal care and household goods.

Jackson Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.eveningsun.com/story/money/2026/04/30/york-county-plant-announces-nearly-200-layoffs-in-june-2026/89881235007/

Wren US Holdings Inc. announced the closure of its showrooms. The manufacturing and retail company posted this on its website. This decision led to employee layoffs. Former staff were reportedly informed of their job loss. The exact number of affected employees remains unclear.

https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wren-us-holdings-inc-lays-off-employees-after-abrupt-closure-of-showrooms-wilkes-barre-allentown-luzerne-county-lehigh-county/523-bc8be8fe-61b5-4d73-9a84-54da7dc5c907

HACC approved a $128 million operating budget for 2026-27. This budget includes cutting 87 current employee jobs and two faculty positions. Additionally, 41 vacant positions will be eliminated. Other cost-saving measures involve phasing out some academic programs. The college stated these difficult decisions were necessary.

Pennsylvania

https://lancasteronline.com/news/local/hacc-to-lay-off-87-staffers-2-faculty-and-cut-41-positions-as-part-of/article_318aaa66-4dc0-4d9c-91ee-68da9ee9fb52.html

The Bensalem Township School Board approved significant job cuts. This decision was made during an April 22 meeting. A total of 31 professional positions are eliminated for the 2026-27 school year. These cuts include teachers, librarians, counselors, and administrators. The district aims to balance a nearly $12 million budget deficit.

Bensalem, Pennsylvania

https://www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/education/2026/04/23/bensalem-township-school-board-oks-31-layoffs-including-teachers-counselors-librarians-budget/89741980007/

Many U.S. companies across various industries announced layoffs. Workforce reductions continue nationwide due to economic pressures. Pennsylvania's unemployment rate increased to 4.2 percent. Several Pennsylvania companies issued WARN notices for impending job cuts. Layoffs span industries including technology, finance, and manufacturing.

Philadelphia, PA

https://patch.com/pennsylvania/across-pa/thousands-layoffs-announced-including-pa-companies

QVC and HSN announced no job cuts for their on-air talent. This decision comes amidst the company's bankruptcy proceedings. The company made a public statement regarding employee security. This West Chester-based company has a large workforce. It currently employs almost 17,000 individuals.

West Chester

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/04/17/qvc-group-bankruptcy-no-layoffs-hsn-debt-plan.html

Spirit Airlines faces potential liquidation and operational end. Rising fuel costs and a recent bankruptcy filing contribute to this possibility. Potential job losses loom for airport employees. Airport management seeks new carriers for the facility. Customers holding Spirit tickets must contact customer service.

Unity Township, PA

https://www.wtae.com/article/spirit-liquidation-arnold-palmer-airport-pennsylvania/71042856

Spirit Airlines may liquidate its assets and cease operations. This possibility could lead to layoffs at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport. Rising fuel costs and a previous bankruptcy filing are cited as factors. Airport officials are prepared and actively negotiating with other airlines. Customers with booked flights should contact Spirit customer service.

Unity Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.wtae.com/article/spirit-liquidation-arnold-palmer-airport-pennsylvania/71042856

QVC Group Inc. entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This includes a debt restructuring agreement. The company aims to substantially reduce its debt. Its debt balance was approximately $6.60 billion. The plan expects to reduce this to $1.3 billion.

West Chester, Pennsylvania

https://nationaljeweler.com/articles/14888-qvc-group-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy

Bowhead Logistics Management will lay off 307 employees next month. These job cuts affect its Letterkenny Army Depot location. The company filed a WARN notice with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on May 10. Bowhead provides maintenance and logistics support services to government agencies.

Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/story/money/business/2026/04/06/company-at-franklin-countys-letterkenny-army-depot-to-get-300-layoffs/89488862007/

Lineage Logistics plans a mass layoff of 208 workers. The layoffs will affect employees at its East Pottsville facility. Employee terminations are scheduled for May 27. The company attributes the layoffs to a loss of customers. Lineage Logistics purchased the facility from Tyson Foods last year.

Cass Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.republicanherald.com/2026/03/27/lineage-to-conduct-mass-layoffs-at-highridge-business-park-facility/

PharmaCann Inc. will close its Pennsylvania ca--abis facility. This closure affects 60 workers. The layoffs are scheduled for May 20. The company defaulted on its facility lease. This action follows a settlement with Innovative Industrial Properties.

Olyphant, Pennsylvania

https://www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com/us-states/pennsylvania/news/15820524/pharmacann-closing-pennsylvania-ca--abis-facility-laying-off-60-more-workers

Club Wyndham Shawnee Village will close by the end of 2025. This closure impacts 124 employees. The information comes from a Pennsylvania WARN notice. The resort is located in Shawnee on Delaware. It offered timeshare-style rentals and outdoor activities.

Shawnee on Delaware, Pennsylvania

https://www.poconorecord.com/story/news/local/2025/10/21/club-wyndham-shawnee-village-poconos-closing/86807209007/

Inovio Pharmaceuticals has cut staff and narrowed its focus to its lead rare disease candidate, which is already encountering early FDA pushback. The company reported 112 employees as of March 11, down from 134 a year earlier.

https://www.fiercebiotech.com/biotech/inovio-trims-team-trouble-brews-fda-rare-disease-candidate

Alpek Polyester USA will cease production indefinitely at its Pennsylvania facility. This action will result in 100 employee layoffs. The facility is located in Muhlenberg Township, Berks County. Production will stop in March, with layoffs occurring on March 15. The company manufactures recycled polyethylene terephthalate products there.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/pa-manufacturing-facility-ceases-production-indefinitely-100-people-to-be-laid-off/ar-AA1WtTLt?ocid=mailsignout&apiversion=v2&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&batchservertelemetry=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1

https://dockets.justia.com/docket/pennsylvania/pamdce/1:2026cv00495/150515#:~:text=Filed:%20February%2027%2C%202026%20%C2%B7%20Court:%20U.S.,Nature%20of%20Suit:%20Anti%2DTrust%20%C2%B7%2015%20U.S.C.