"Remington's Departure: The Impact on a Historic New York Gun-Making Village"
Remington, the nation's oldest gun-maker, is set to close its historic firearms factory in Ilion, New York, after 200 years, citing high operating costs and a more favorable environment in Georgia. The closure will have a significant impact on the blue-collar village, where generations of families have worked at the plant, and could result in a loss of nearly $1 million annually for the community. The move reflects a broader trend of firearms companies relocating to states with more supportive legislative environments, and while local officials hope to repurpose the site, the closure marks the end of an era for the small New York village.