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10/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/23/2026 13:59
Shapiro Administration Awards Downtown Nazareth New Main Street Designation
October 23, 2026 - Nazareth, PA
Shapiro Administration Awards Downtown Nazareth New Main Street Designation
Today, Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger awarded downtown Nazareth a new Main Street designation through the Main Street Matters program, which provides downtown business districts with the support and tools they need to spur economic growth and create healthy, strong communities.
Governor Josh Shapiro secured $20 million to continue funding Main Street Matters in his 2026-27 state budget. A crucial component of Pennsylvania's 10-year Economic Development Strategy, Main Street Matters has invested $34 million in 137 revitalization projects in communities across the Commonwealth since it was created in 2024 by Governor Shapiro.
As part of today's announcement, Secretary Siger visited several small businesses in the Northampton County borough, including Bella Bean Coffee Shop, Let Them Eat Cake, and the Birthright Brewing Co.
Speakers
Rick Siger, DCED Secretary
Mayor Lance Colondo
Julie Fitzpatrick, Executive Director, Pennsylvania Downtown Center
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