Leaders cite memories of vibrant downtown Jeannette as renewal effort kicks off

Attendees listen during a presentation announcing the new Jeannette Community Revitalization Partnership as well as a $25,000 facade improvement grant from the PA Department of Community and Economic Development at the Jeannette Amphitheater on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

PA Department of Community and Economic Development Southwest Regional Director Johnna Pro speaks during a presentation announcing the new Jeannette Community Revitalization Partnership as well as a $25,000 facade improvement grant from the DCED at the Jeannette Amphitheater on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Ethan Keedy, Jeannette City Manager, speaks during a presentation announcing the new Jeannette Community Revitalization Partnership as well as a $25,000 facade improvement grant from the PA Department of Community and Economic Development at the Jeannette Amphitheater on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Attendees look on as Ethan Keedy, Jeannette City Manager, speaks during a presentation announcing the new Jeannette Community Revitalization Partnership as well as a $25,000 facade improvement grant from the PA Department of Community and Economic Development at the Jeannette Amphitheater on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Representatives from the Jeannette Business Association take part in a presentation announcing the new Jeannette Community Revitalization Partnership as well as a $25,000 facade improvement grant from the DCED at the Jeannette Amphitheater on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.