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Bethel Park Scout Jack Urso Achieves Eagle Scout Rank Jack W. Urso, 18, of Boy Scout Troop #4 of Upper St. Clair, has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable in the Boys Scouts of America, after passing his board of review on June 25, 2017. Jack is the son of Sunny and Jim Urso of Bethel Park. Jack joined Cub Scouts 11 years ago, and since joining Troop #4, he has completed all required ranks, has earned 48 merit badges, has held positions of senior patrol leader, patrol leader, and troop guide, and was on Heritage Reservation Summer Camp staff. Jack has also gained membership in the Order of the Arrow. Jack is currently a senior at Bethel Park High Jack W. Urso School. He is a member of the rifle team and is employed at Au Grottens Café and Catering in Bethel Park. Jack is also an assistant scout master with Boy Scout Troop #4. His Eagle Scout project benefited military personnel serving abroad. It consisted of going to local businesses and collecting/purchasing various items and then assembling them in 150 care packages that were presented to Air National Guard soldiers as they were deployed in June. Jack raised $2,587 through a letter writing campaign. A total of 13 scouts volunteered 75 hours, 4 adults gave 38 hours, and 6 others donated 43 hours, for a total of 156 hours. Jack would like to thank the donors, his family, friends and Troop 4 for all their help in making this project a great success. Jack would also like to thank all military personal for their service to our great country.
A New Cup of Tea! Former Tea Room Proprietor Finds Her New Passion in Real Estate Monongahela resident Chrissie Cole, former owner of Victorene’s Tea Room, has recently joined the team at Howard Hanna Simon Real Estate. Cole owned and operated Victorene’s Tea Room in Monongahela for eight years before deciding to pursue a new direction. “I really enjoy working with people, and have always had a passion for real estate,” says Cole. “I’m excited about this new opportunity, and I look forward to helping people with all of their real estate needs.” Chrissie Cole and her family have lived in the Mon Valley most of their lives, so she is very familiar with the market, the various home Chrissie Cole designs and construction methods, as well as the unique geography and lifestyles of living in the Mon valley. Cole works with those seeking to purchase a home, as well as those wishing to sell an existing property. “My former tea room customers, and new real estate clients can expect the same level of commitment and dedication that I showed as owner of Victorene’s Tea Room,” Cole said. To see how Chrissie can help you with your real estate needs, please contact her by email: chrissiecole@howardhanna.com, or by phone at 412-260-1094. You can also visit her website to learn more at https://chrissiecole.howardhanna.com.
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Two in Baldwin Earn Eagle Scout Rank
Elks Lodge 2213 Representative Gene Eckman; new Eagle Scout Daniel McGervey; new Eagle Scout Christopher Collins; and Troop #323 Scoutmaster Michael Sopata.
Boy Scout Troop # 323 held an Eagle court on Saturday, November 25, for their two newest Eagle Scouts, Daniel Joseph McGervey, Jr. and Christopher David Collins. This ceremony brought Troop # 323's Eagle Scout total to 100, a significant achievement. Baldwin Community United Methodist Church hosted the event, which was attended by several local dignitaries and included a presentation by Gene Eckman from the Pittsburgh South Hills Elks Lodge 2213, located in Bethel Park. Mr. Eckman handed out framed award certificates, a personal US flag, and an Elks/scouting gold pin to each of the new Eagle Scouts. One of the final that challenges that must be completed to earn this highest rank and very prestigious award is a community service venture called their Eagle Project. Daniel's project consisted of completing a house-to-house survey for the borough of Whitehall on local wildlife management and control options and getting feedback from the local residents. Daniel supervised the polling, compiled the findings, and presented the report to the local Whitehall officials. Christopher's project involved completely rebuilding the stairway and base area at the LeLand Athletic Field, which many older retired citizens were having difficulty using, due to the poor condition.