#vermont

Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital has reduced its patient bed capacity by four. This decision was driven by a consistent decline in patient census over the past five years. As a result, three staff members in non-direct care roles were laid off. The hospital currently has nearly 60 open positions across the state system. These changes aim to better align staffing with actual patient needs and available resources.

Berlin, Vermont

https://www.beckersbehavioralhealth.com/workforce/60-vermont-psychiatric-hospital-staff-urge-state-to-reconsider-layoffs/

Vermont's initial weekly unemployment claims rose slightly. For the week ending June 13, 2026, 324 new claims were reported. This figure represents an increase of 38 from the prior week. Manufacturing and the service industry comprised the majority of these claims. The state's Unemployment Trust Fund remains well-capitalized at $334.3 million.

Vermont

https://vermontbiz.com/news/2026/june/21/weekly-unemployment-claims-edge-324

Franklin Foods will close its Enosburg Falls plant. This closure will eliminate 99 jobs. The company filed a WARN notice with the state. UVMMC also announced 142 position eliminations. These reductions address a significant financial gap.

Enosburg Falls, Vermont

https://vermontdailychronicle.com/big-layoffs-announced-in-dairy-processing-hospital-network/

Perrigo is cutting 161 jobs at its Georgia, Vermont facility. This affects nearly half of the site's employees. The company intends to end production at this Georgia site by June 30, 2026. The closure will ultimately impact about 420 employees. Aging infrastructure and regulatory changes were cited by Perrigo.

Georgia, Vermont

https://vtdigger.org/2026/05/06/perrigo-to-lay-off-161-as-company-heads-toward-vermont-site-closure/

The Vermont Packinghouse, a meat processing facility, is being sold. Its current owner is The Walden Local Meat Company. Approximately 53 employees were notified of layoffs and given severance. A new owner with industry experience plans facility upgrades and expanded cold storage. The state was notified, and the Department of Labor will assist with job placement.

North Springfield, Vermont

https://www.wcax.com/2026/04/21/springfield-meat-packing-facility-sold-53-employees-laid-off/

The University of Vermont (UVM) Grounds Crew has been laid off. Nine workers are affected by this decision. UVM Facilities Management announced the move in a February 20 email. The university stated the change aims to improve efficiencies with private contractors. Union representatives believe the layoffs are retaliatory after prior grievances.

Burlington, Vermont

https://vtcynic.com/news/uvm-grounds-crew-laid-off-in-favor-of-private-contractors/

Vermont's initial weekly unemployment claims decreased last week. The Vermont Department of Labor reported 416 new claims for January 24, 2026. These new claims are now at typical seasonal levels. However, total ongoing claims remain high at 4,330. Manufacturing, service, and construction sectors saw shifts in claim percentages.

https://vermontbiz.com/news/2026/january/30/weekly-unemployment-claims-fall-usual-seasonal-levels

Vermont Agency of Transportation Cuts Staff

The Vermont Agency of Transportation proposes eliminating approximately 19 positions. This plan aims to save more than $4 million for the state. The agency faces a $33 million revenue shortfall for projects. Governor Scott suggested moving $10 million from vehicle taxes. This marks the largest staff reduction within the state's new spending proposal.

https://vnews.com/2026/01/28/vermont-agency-transport-cuts/

Enhanced federal health insurance subsidies ended in late 2025. Over 2,500 Vermonters dropped coverage for 2026. The state collectively lost around $72 million in federal support. Many remaining enrollees shifted to less expensive bronze plans. This trend raises concerns about underinsurance and healthcare system stability.

https://vtdigger.org/2026/01/22/early-numbers-show-many-vermonters-dropping-their-insurance-for-2026/

2025 Data, based on WARN:

• ITC Federal

  • City: Essex Junction
  • Number of Workers: 60
  • WARN Received Date: 09/30/2025
  • Industry:
  • Notes: 38 River Road, Essex Junction, Vermont 05452

• HP Hood

  • City: Barre
  • Number of Workers: 70
  • WARN Received Date: 09/24/2025
  • Industry:
  • Notes: 219 Allen Street, Barre, Vermont 05641

• University of Vermont Health Network

  • City: Burlington
  • Number of Workers: 60
  • WARN Received Date: 07/29/2025
  • Industry:
  • Notes: 462 Shelburne Road, Burlington, Vermont 05401

• America's Gardening Resources Inc., dba Gardener's Supply

  • City: Burlington
  • Number of Workers: 60
  • WARN Received Date: 07/24/2025
  • Industry:
  • Notes: 128 Intervale Road, Burlington, Vermont 05401

• The Orvis Company

  • City: Arlington
  • Number of Workers: 56
  • WARN Received Date: 06/18/2025
  • Industry:
  • Notes: 178 Conservation Way, Arlington, Vermont 05250

• FedEx Corporation

  • City: Williston
  • Number of Workers: 55
  • WARN Received Date: 04/30/2025
  • Industry:
  • Notes: 921 Marshall Ave, Williston, Vermont 05495

Vermont Transportation Agency Eyes 19 Job Cuts

Governor Phil Scott's administration proposes laying off up to 19 Vermont Agency of Transportation employees. The plan would cut 31 total positions, with 12 already vacant. These cuts aim to save the state over $4 million. This proposal follows earlier staff reductions last fall due to lower revenue projections. The state faces a $33 million transportation revenue shortfall for federal matching funds.

https://vtdigger.org/2026/01/21/vermont-agency-of-transportation-proposes-more-layoffs-as-revenue-sputters/

New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 477 in the week ending November 21, up from 418 the week before, the Labor Department said.

https://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/story/news/2025/11/28/unemployment-numbers/87495499007/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

As Perrigo continues to slide despite laying off hundreds of people and affecting many families they are now advertising that they will give 52 weeks pay to anyone who stays on at the Vermont site until 2027. Considering long term employees received 1/4 of that (or perhaps nothing going forward) its shameful.

https://www.samessenger.com/news/business/perrigo-georgia-hiring-operators/article_f845eed2-e6d4-400f-b38b-591e6ba0a29f.html