Multiple Starbucks locations in Massachusetts are set to close after the CEO of the coffee chain said it would be closing underperforming stores nationwide.

"Each year, we open and close coffeehouses for a variety of reasons, from financial performance to lease expirations," CEO Brian Niccol said in a statement. "This is a more significant action that we understand will impact partners and customers."

Starbucks said it will try to transfer affected employees to nearby locations or offer severance packages.

"Golden Teapot" Starbucks closing

Among those that will be closing in the Boston area: The Starbucks that sits under the famous Golden Teapot near Boston's Government Center.

"We've made the incredibly difficult decision to close this Starbucks location by the end of the

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