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The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

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Junior Jonathan Pickell plays the euphonium for Baldwin band.
3 Baldwin students earn trip to state musical performance
Hritika Pokhrel and Gwen Gordon • April 9, 2025

Three Baldwin students have been selected to perform at a competitive statewide musical event on Saturday. The...

Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
District to host visitors from League of Innovative Schools
March 24, 2025
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
Exterminator determines that bugs found at high school were not bed bugs
March 17, 2025
Khatiwada brings back the Debate Club after a one year hiatus.
Khatiwada brings back Debate Club
March 10, 2025
In the 2025-2026 School year, Baldwin High School will begin a new Partners initiative aimed at expanding the program.
Partners program looking to expand in new format
March 10, 2025
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Students of Michael Kaufman's geometry class launch water balloons as a part of a project.
Slingshot project launches geometry exploration
William Thurman and Zander Vecchione • April 24, 2025

Melons and water balloons might not seem to have much to do with math at first. But they did during geometry...

Junior Gavin McArdle plays Roblox after school at Gaming Club.
Gaming Club powers up
April 23, 2025
Sophomore Skye Magera works on the graffiti mural
Graffiti mural project inspires creativity, collaboration
April 22, 2025
Junior Gavin Sakely caught this 21-inch rainbow trout at Buffalo Creek. Photo via Gavin Sakely.
This is no fish story
April 14, 2025
Freshman Paige Giglione sings in the School of Rock "Performance" and "House Band" bands. Photo contributed by Pete Giglione.
For those about to rock
April 8, 2025
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Opinion
While most people believe only processed foods contain synthetic dye, it actually can be found in many other everyday items. Photo via Pexels
Use of synthetic dye in consumer products raises concerns
Milana Varon, Photo Editor • April 15, 2025

From over-the-counter medicine to candy and vitamins, many name brand companies contain synthetic dye...

In the age of technology, global warming has been increasing substantially more than ever before. Photo by Felix Mittermeier via Pexels.com
Small steps can make a difference for environment
April 10, 2025
The National Collegiate Athletic Association is the main organization of college sports. Image via NCAA
NIL, transfer portal taking fun out of March Madness
April 4, 2025
Mar 26, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Erik Jones (43) at Circuit of the Americas. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports
NASCAR playoff format needs to change
March 25, 2025
Snapchat remains one of the most popular social media apps for teens. Image via Snapchat.
Snapchat filters create unrealistic beauty standards
March 24, 2025
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Entertainment
Stone has a credible reputation because of her versatility. Photo courtesy of WIkimedia Commons.
Top 3: Stone’s acting has showcased her versatility
Gwen Gordon, Entertainment Editor • April 25, 2025

Actress Emma Stone is known for her versatility and commitment to her roles, leading her to win two Golden...

Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing is a movie based on the game Project Sekai. Photo via GKIDS Films
‘Colorful Stage’ tells side story to video game
April 24, 2025
More Chaos is rapper Ken Carson's fourth studio album. Photo via Interscope Records
Carson’s new album serves up more ‘Chaos’
April 23, 2025
The Passion was put on at the Word of Life Church in Greensburg, something they do annually.
‘The Passion’ creates a powerful portrayal of Christ’s life
April 23, 2025
WrestleMania is an annual 2 day event featuring the biggest names in wrestling. Photo via TKO
‘Wrestlemania 41’ had strong moments, but fell short of greatness
April 22, 2025
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Sports
Baldwin's boys tennis team plays in the spring sports season.
Boys tennis loses to Butler
Maddy Behr, Entertainment Editor • April 25, 2025

The Baldwin boy’s tennis team lost 4-1 to Butler High School on Thursday.  Despite the loss. senior...

Junior Olivia O'Malley prepares to take a penalty shot against Peters.
Girls lax loses to Peters
April 24, 2025
The Baldwin boys baseball team competes in the 5A division
Baseball team beats Connellsville, clinches playoff spot
April 24, 2025
In the 250 East division, there are only two races left, Pittsburgh and Salt Lake City. Image via SuperMotoCross
Supercross racing comes to Pittsburgh this weekend
April 24, 2025
Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes former player Shedeur Sanders before the spring game at Folsom Field. The Steelers could draft him with the 21st pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Steelers have QB questions heading into draft
April 23, 2025
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This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast reviews Coachella fashion
Anne Hampton, Molly Gorman, Emma Powell, and Josephine Wysocki • April 15, 2025

The Girl Talk podcast discusses fun trends and important issues for girls.
Girl Talk podcast discusses prom fashions
April 14, 2025
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
Video story: League of Innovative Schools visit highlights district programs
March 27, 2025
Baldwin High School students participate in two blood drives per year, one in the fall and one in the spring.
Video story: Students step up for spring blood drive
March 26, 2025
The GameDay Gossip podcast looks at the world of sports from the perspective of female sports fans.
Gameday Gossip podcast discusses March Madness, NHL, women’s soccer
March 25, 2025
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Victoria Ursida
Victoria Ursida
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Sophomore Victoria Ursida is a first-year Club Member. In her free time, she can be found cheering, reading, or hanging out with friends.

Olivia O'Malley
Olivia O'Malley
Staff Writer

Junior Olivia O’Malley is a staff writer in her first year on the Purbalite. She can be found playing lacrosse, hanging out with friends, or listening to music.

Maizy Gamble-Reynolds
Maizy Gamble-Reynolds
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Sophomore Maizy Gamble-Reynolds is a first-year Club Member. She can be found either listening to crime podcasts in the woods or riding horses during long summer nights. 

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