Store Closure Watch

Massachusetts store closures — July 2026

Store Closure Watch has tracked 323 verified closure events in Massachusetts in 2026, including 59 with WARN filings. Source: Four Lights Analytics.

Data updated: July 4, 2026

323
tracked events (2026)
59
WARN filings
3
new this week
10+
cities affected
top cities shown below

By event type

  • Closure254
  • Layoff44
  • Bankruptcy18
  • Restructuring3
  • Other3
  • Conversion / Sale1

Top sectors

  • Restaurants & Bars47
  • Apparel & Fashion24
  • Pharmacy22
  • Manufacturing / Industrial18
  • Electronics & Media15

Chains closing in Massachusetts

Top Massachusetts cities

  • Boston38
  • Worcester9
  • Framingham8
  • Springfield7
  • Cambridge7
  • Braintree6
  • Franklin6
  • Brookline6
  • Acton5
  • Northampton5

Massachusetts closures — FAQ

How many stores are closing in Massachusetts?
Four Lights Analytics has tracked 323 verified closure events in Massachusetts in 2026, including 59 with WARN filings. Source: Store Closure Watch, updated 2026-07-04.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most closures?
The Massachusetts cities with the most tracked closures are Boston, Worcester, and Framingham. Source: Four Lights Analytics Store Closure Watch.
Which chains are closing stores in Massachusetts?
Chains with the most tracked Massachusetts closures include Walgreens, GameStop, and Game Stop. Address-level data for every location is available to subscribers at storeclosurewatch.com.

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