From a shock grocery exit in Philadelphia to a total furniture retreat in the West, here are the four major chains shrinking their Pennsylvania footprint in February.
1. The GIANT Company
The Headline: A rare contraction for the grocery juggernaut.
In a surprising move for a chain that has been aggressively expanding, The GIANT Company is shuttering two specific facilities in February. According to fresh WARN notices filed with the state, these closures will impact over 200 employees.
- Philadelphia (Southwest): The location at 3501 Island Avenue (Penrose Plaza area) will permanently close on February 13, 2026. This creates a significant gap for residents in the Eastwick/Southwest Philly corridor who rely on this location for full-service groceries.
- Lancaster: The facility at 235 North Reservoir Street is scheduled to cease operations on February 27, 2026.
- The Vibe: While GIANT remains strong statewide, these “strategic adjustments” are cutting services in specific urban and industrial pockets.
2. Macy’s
The Headline: The final countdown for Pittsburgh Mills.
Following the confirmation that the Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills location was part of Macy’s “First 14” cuts of 2026, February marks the final phase of its existence.
- The Status: The store is currently in the depths of its liquidation sale. Shoppers at the Tarentum mall can expect discounts to ramp up aggressively throughout February as the store aims to clear all inventory before going dark by the end of the quarter.
- The Impact: This closure leaves the Pittsburgh Mills mall without its most recognizable traditional anchor, signaling a difficult year ahead for the property.
3. Value City Furniture
The Headline: A total exit from the Western PA market…