The closing of the Avon facility in Suffern earlier this month is not a reflection on Rockland. That’s the word from the head of the Rockland Business Association in the wake of the announced shutdown. RBA CEO Al Samuels says market fluctuations that lead to the Avon closure are out of Rockland’s hands…
Ramapo supervisor Michael Specht called the move disappointing…
Avon announced two weeks ago the company is moving the Suffern R&D operation to Brazil and Poland. Layoffs are expected to begin in March with the facility closing for good in 2024. The company first made Suffern its home in 1897.