Hundreds will lose jobs with Danville plant closure

The pasta company Buitoni has announced the permanent closure of its manufacturing facility in Danville, Virginia, scheduled for December 28, 2026. According to a notice filed under the WARN Act, all 251 employees at the site will be laid off as a result of the shutdown. The company has not provided a specific reason for the closure, and all affected staff members are being notified of their permanent separation from the firm.