# The tech company said it plans to permanently close Apple Store in Trumbull, CT, Escondito,.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · Engadget*

## Key points

- Apple is permanently closing its Towson, MD store, the first to unionize, this summer.
- Apple cites declining shopping center conditions as the reason for closing three specific stores.
- Towson employees can apply for other Apple roles per their collective bargaining agreement.
- The union alleges Apple's closure of Towson is an attempt to undermine unionization efforts.

**Companies:** Apple
**Countries:** United States

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