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Stanley Black & Decker Cuts 300 Jobs in Restructuring

3/2/2026

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  • Stanley Black & Decker will cut about 300 jobs and close its New Britain, Connecticut tape-measure facility.
  • The closure eliminates roughly half of the 600-person workforce and is part of a broader restructuring that has cut about 7,000 jobs since late 2023.
  • State Rep. Dave DeFronzo expressed sadness and noted the company's long history in the city.
  • Governor Ned Lamont acknowledged the impact on workers and expressed hope.