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The student news site of Baldwin High School

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The school already has many efforts to prepare kids for their careers, but the goal will now be more focused.
Cooper embraces new Future Pathways role
Maddy Behr and Rhiannon Diffendal • January 16, 2025

Junior Sophia Colwell thought she wanted to work in physical therapy. After attending a UPMC field trip...

The U.S. government plans to ban the social media app TikTok.
Baldwin TikTok users sound off on potential ban
January 15, 2025
Senior Mason Cerminara flies a drone through the school hallway.
Drone class reaches cruising speed
January 14, 2025
Khadicha's S.A.F.E Club idea has spread to other schools, ranging from the Pittsburgh area all the way to Toronto.
Kosimjonova named one of Junior Achievement’s 18 Under Eighteen
January 7, 2025
Sophmores Carson Verk (left) and Joey Jackson work on hammering nails into drywall.
Hammer Time
December 18, 2024
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Freshman Logan Boyce works on pattern practice in Studio Art 1 on Thursday.
Slideshow: Baldwin students work on art projects
Brielle Fisher, Ellie Noah, Sophia Colwell, Madison Hamilton, Lilith Mey, Shawn Kelly, Perika Poudel, Ella Richards, Ryder Yeckley, Cheyanne Trout, Katelynn Burger, and Mallorie Bender • January 9, 2025

Now that she’s older, she is creating her own music.
Music runs in the family
January 9, 2025
The Purbalite Staff discusses all things holiday in this year's 15 School Days of Christmas. Image by George Dolgikh via Pexels.com
15 School Days of Christmas
December 20, 2024
Damiani loves making a positive impact on others through Tri-M.
Damiani sings praises of music activities
December 17, 2024
Baldwin's ESL students organized an interactive "Around the World" gallery walk.
Gallery Walk builds cultural awareness
December 10, 2024
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Opinion
Volume 1 of the Three Sided Tape by Lil Ugly Mane. Volume 1 is considered to be a very important cornerstone of Ugly Mane's career.
Production quality finally getting its due in hip-hop
Ethan Stock, Entertainment Editor • January 7, 2025

Most rappers' careers hinge on their bars, flow, and general sound, but the most important and most overlooked...

Christian and Catholic churches welcome anyone to church services on Christmas. Photo via Pexels.com
The 15 School Days of Christmas: Should Christmas mean going to church?
December 16, 2024
The age of driving proves to be very debatable. Photo via pexels.
Pro/Con: Changing the driving age
December 11, 2024
Many companies release holiday drinks, some as early as in November. Photo via Pexels.com
The 15 School Days of Christmas: Some holiday coffee shop drinks belong on naughty list
December 11, 2024
The Federal Court upholds a law that could end with the banning of TikTok.
Pro/Con: Court upholds TikTok ban
December 6, 2024
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Entertainment
Balloonerism went from a scrapped project to Mac Miller's second posthumous piece as it was brought back by musician Jon Brion and Miller's family.
Posthumous Mac Miller album reflects his personality
Ethan Stock, Entertainment Editor • January 17, 2025

Originally a scrapped album, Balloonerism has been removed from the vault and has been released today...

With the upcoming release of Ballonerism, the Mac Miller estate has created a film which will accompany the album.
Short animated film released ahead of new Mac Miller album
January 16, 2025
The vocals and the instrument choice makes it hard to listen to the album without feeling uncomfortable Photo via Daughters of Cain
Cain’s new album is unsettling, intriguing
January 10, 2025
Julia Jacklin's "Crushing" describes the journey to self-discovery after difficult relationships and experiences. Photo via Polyvinyl Record Co.
Essential Listening: ‘Crushing’ offers a guide to healing after a relationship ends
January 10, 2025
SZA's new album has amazing vocals and shows her emotional vulnerability. SZA performing by Erin Cazes is licensed under CC BY 2.0.
SZA’s new album shows vulnerability
January 8, 2025
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Sports
Senior Caden Cherico goes up for a layup on a fast break.
Boys basketball rallies to defeat South Allegheny
Trevor Brain and Logan Huwalt • January 17, 2025

The boys basketball team overcame a big halftime deficit to rally and defeat South Allegheny 59-52 on...

Baldwin High School's bowling team competes at Legacy Lanes in Whitehall.
Bowling team remains perfect with win over Neighborhood Academy
January 16, 2025
The divisional round of the NFC looks to bring much excitement over the weekend.
Eagles, Lions should win this weekend
January 16, 2025
The divisional round of the NFC looks to bring much excitement over the weekend.
Expect Chiefs, Bills to move on this weekend
January 16, 2025
Senior Matthew Schenk gets ready to take the jump ball.
Boys basketball defeats TJ
January 15, 2025
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The GameDay Gossip podcast looks at the world of sports from the perspective of female sports fans.
GameDay Gossip podcast discusses college hoops, NHL, NFL
Molly Gorman, Olivia O’Malley, Jules Ott, and Emma Powell • January 17, 2025

The Baldwin Barbies podcast looks at pop culture trends through the eyes of female students.
Baldwin Barbies podcast discusses Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni controversy
January 15, 2025
The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.
Purb Take debates how to improve the Steelers
January 13, 2025
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast debates whether kids are growing up too fast
January 9, 2025
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast debates top classic rock albums
January 3, 2025
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Meet the Staff
Ciara Felix
Ciara Felix
Club Member

Senior Ciara Felix is a first-year Club Member. In her free time she can be found adventuring with her friends, creating realistic drawings, or dancing to any music.

Ryder Yeckley
Ryder Yeckley
Club Member

Sophomore Ryder Yeckley is a first-year Club Member. He can be found spending his time outdoors on his dirt bike, listening to music, or hanging out with friends. 

William Thurman
William Thurman
Staff Writer

Junior William Thurman is a first-year Staff Writer. He can be found listening to music, watching movies, and studying politics and government.

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