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Safeway to Close 12 Stores, Restructuring Impacts Communities

9/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

Safeway plans to close 12 stores by November 7, 2025, across Colorado, New Mexico, and Nebraska.
Locations include Englewood, Northglenn, Denver, Aurora, Fort Collins, Loveland, Colorado Springs, La Junta, and Lamar.
The closures result from merging divisions and restructuring due to store performance.
Affected employees may be reassigned to nearby stores.
These closures will limit grocery options in some communities, especially La Junta and Lamar.

History

Historical Context

The 2008 Great Recession triggered significant upheaval in the retail sector, with Safeway's parent company reporting a $1.5 billion loss. This financial strain led to store closures and layoffs, particularly affecting locations in Colorado, New Mexico, and Nebraska. The ongoing closures highlight persistent challenges in the grocery industry, reflecting shifts in consumer behavior and potentially limiting access to food for vulnerable communities.

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Story summary

Safeway plans to close 12 stores by November 7, 2025, across Colorado, New Mexico, and Nebraska.
Locations include Englewood, Northglenn, Denver, Aurora, Fort Collins, Loveland, Colorado Springs, La Junta, and Lamar.
The closures result from merging divisions and restructuring due to store performance.
Affected employees may be reassigned to nearby stores.
These closures will limit grocery options in some communities, especially La Junta and Lamar.

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