WASHINGTON — REI is planning to close up shop at three of its stores in 2026.

The Seattle-based co-operative, which has more than 190 stores, announced it would close locations next year in Boston, New York City and Paramus, New Jersey.

“We are deeply grateful to our teams, our members and customers, and the stores’ communities for their support over the years,” REI said in a statement. “As markets and customer needs evolve, we must adapt to position the co-op for long-term success. We will continue serving members and customers at these locations until closing, and at our other stores across the New York and Boston regions.”

REI CEO Mary Beth Laughton, who took on the role earlier this year, recently said the company will have to make some "difficult choices" as she introduced the nex

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