300-job Corelle Brands glass plant in Charleroi, PA closed by year-end, 300 jobs lost; relocation to Ohio opposed, political scrutiny ensues.
Corning's century-old Corelle Brands glass plant in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, is slated for closure by year-end, affecting 300 jobs. Employees and community members are protesting the move to a facility in Lancaster, Ohio, fearing economic impacts and reduced product quality. The situation has drawn political scrutiny, with Republican candidate Dave McCormick criticizing Biden's policies, while Democratic Senator Bob Casey seeks explanations from the company's CEO.
September 20, 2024
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