Pittsburgh Big Lots Store to Shut Down

CORAOPOLIS, Pa. – Big Lots, the Columbus-based discount retailer, has announced plans to close nearly 300 of its stores across the United States, including a location in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. Initially, the company indicated it would shut down 35 to 40 stores, but recent updates reveal that 293 locations are set to close soon. The Coraopolis store, situated on Gracy Center Way, has already displayed a banner indicating its impending closure and is offering discounts of up to 20% on remaining inventory. The Coraopolis store is one of six Big Lots locations closing in Pennsylvania. Despite the closures, the Pittsburgh area will still have over a dozen Big Lots stores operational in various communities, including Aliquippa, Kittanning, and Penn Hills. The closures represent a significant reduction for the retailer, which currently operates nearly 1,400 locations nationwide. The decision to close these stores comes as part of a broader strategy by Big Lots to streamline operations and address financial challenges. The closures account for more than 20% of the retailer's total store count, highlighting the scale of the company's restructuring efforts. As the retail landscape continues to evolve, Big Lots joins a growing list of retailers reevaluating their physical presence in response to changing consumer behaviors and economic pressures. Customers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounts at closing locations while they remain open.