Video game developer Schell Games has reportedly initiated its first-ever layoffs. Multiple employees shared news of the job cuts on LinkedIn, indicating the reductions began last Friday. The affected departments include marketing, art, design, and... — read more 

Refresco Beverages has altered its plans for the Carlisle facility. The plant will now function as a distribution center. This change means fewer employees will face layoffs than initially expected. The company is repurposing the site instead of... — read more 

A significant distribution center is slated for closure, impacting its workforce. This facility was among those intended to remain operational following a nationwide restructuring. The decision marks a shift in the company's operational strategy... — read more 

One hundred employees will lose their jobs in south central Pennsylvania. These layoffs are a direct consequence of a Defense Logistics Agency contract task order concluding. The current contract is set to expire on September 30th. Technica LLC has... — read more 

Nurses at Pottstown Hospital are protesting significant layoffs that will eliminate over 40 percent of their workforce. The union states these cuts will reduce patient care and access to services. Tower Health claims the layoffs are necessary for... — read more 

Tower Health is laying off 160 employees at its Pottstown Hospital. The hospital has been operating at a financial deficit for several years. This action reflects ongoing financial challenges within the organization. Further details on the specific... — read more 

Union members in Pittsburgh rallied to protest recent layoffs and advocate for amendments to the city's Transit Revitalization Investment District Implementation Plan. The demonstration highlighted concerns about job security for service workers... — read more 

Transform Warehouse Operations, LLC will close its Falls Township facility in September. This closure will result in the layoff of 147 employees. The 2.2 million-square-foot warehouse is located at 1 Kresge Road in Fairless Hills. The company has... — read more 

Kmart plans to implement layoffs at its Bucks County warehouse. These workforce reductions are scheduled to occur on the same day as the asset sale concludes. The company has filed official notice regarding these planned job cuts. Further details are... — read more 

K&L Gates has initiated significant workforce reductions affecting its allied professional roles. The firm confirmed these cuts represent approximately ten percent of this staff category. These actions are intended to streamline operations and better... — read more 

Temple University is implementing layoffs affecting 40 employees as it addresses ongoing budget deficits. This action is part of a broader strategy to cut $60 million in expenses for the upcoming fiscal year. The university is also increasing tuition... — read more 

iHeartMedia has laid off its last two full-time local on-air personalities in Erie as part of a nationwide cost-cutting initiative. These layoffs are intended to save the company up to $150 million. The affected stations will now primarily feature... — read more 

Pennsylvania House Bill 2189 aims to increase the state's minimum wage. The bill passed the House but remains stalled in the State Senate. Pennsylvania's minimum wage has been $7.25 per hour since 2006. The proposed legislation would raise it to $11... — read more 

Central Admixture Pharmacy Services will begin layoffs. These layoffs are scheduled for August. The company is closing its Phoenix facility. This action affects its 503B sterile compounding business. The company is exiting this specific business... — read more 

Central Admixture Pharmacy Services (CAPS) will close two facilities in Upper Macungie Township. This subsidiary of B. Braun Medical Inc. will lay off 173 employees. The cuts are scheduled to begin on September 30 and conclude by December 31. CAPS is... — read more 

Temple University plans to cut $60 million from its budget. This action addresses a projected $85 million deficit for 2026-27. President John Fry stated that employee layoffs are inevitable. The university has not disclosed the exact number of... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

Erie Mayor Daria Devlin's administration is cutting city jobs. Six city jobs are being cut or vacated. The city faces a $12 million budget deficit for 2027. Expense cuts are also mandated. The administration seeks financial assistance from local... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

Philadelphia principals urge City Council to pass a rideshare tax. This tax aims to address the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million deficit. Without it, up to 340 school-based positions could be eliminated. The proposed tax on Uber and... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

Walmart will reduce its workforce by about 1,000 people. The company's corporate staff faces these reductions. Store workers are not included in this round of layoffs. Major job reductions target corporate offices in Arkansas and California. Local... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more 

PNC implemented a five-day return-to-office mandate this week. This policy requires most employees to work onsite daily. Many employees expressed strong negative reactions on social media. Concerns include long commutes and childcare challenges. PNC... — read more