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The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

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Seniors celebrate after receiving diplomas and tossing their caps.
Slideshow: The Class of 2025 Graduation
Josephine Wysocki, Emma Powell, Hritika Pokhrel, and Gwen Gordon • June 11, 2025

Fleming-Salopek was named Baldwin’s interim high school principal after former Principal Shaun Tomaszewski left in May.
Interim principal embraces the role
June 11, 2025
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
Plans firming up for daily Highlander Time next year
June 3, 2025
Senior Max Pegher lays through windshield in Mock Prom Crash
Mock crash drives home the dangers of driving under the influence
May 30, 2025
Shaun Tomaszewski is leaving his position as Baldwin High School principal to become curriculum coordinator at East Allegheny School District.
Tomaszewski bids farewell to Baldwin
May 21, 2025
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Spending time outdoors can provide many health benefits for people. Image by Jonathan Petersson via Pexels.com
This summer, get outdoors
Logan Huwalt, Multimedia Editor • June 11, 2025

This summer, you should spend more time in the great outdoors. First, being outdoors brings health...

Sophomore Emmett Williams gives back to the community with little libraries.
Williams shared love of reading with Eagle Scout project
June 10, 2025
Kennywood's Steel Curtain is reopened for the 2025 summer season.
Kennywood updates make the park more fun
June 10, 2025
The Purbalite staff has won 19 Best of School Newspapers Online awards over the course of the 2024-2025 school year. Image via Best of SNO
Purbalite earns 19 Best of SNO awards
June 3, 2025
Coffee Etc. located in Castle Shannon, is known not only for its good coffee but also its welcoming environment.
This generation looks for more than just good food
May 30, 2025
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Opinion
The new phone ban will be good for the people. Photo via Rhiannon Diffendal
New ban on phone use while driving will save lives
June 10, 2025

As of last Thursday, drivers in Pennsylvania cannot have a cell phone in their hand while driving. According...

'Instagram Face' is a growing and concerning trend among celebrities and influencers. Image via Instagram
‘Instagram face’ is one trend people should frown on
June 6, 2025
Contrell L. Armor, director of a statewide network for after-school programs, introduces youth advocates to the audience.
Baldwin students help lobby for after-school programs
June 6, 2025
Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Purbalite Seniors bid farewell to Baldwin
June 5, 2025
Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Senior Farewell: I struggled, but now I’m looking toward the future
June 5, 2025
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Entertainment
Music for People Who Believe in Love is Joe Jonas' second solo album. Photo via Republic Records
Jonas focuses romance more than heartbreak on new album
Dinara Veysalova, Club Member • June 11, 2025

Popular singer and actor Joe Jonas shares messages of love and gratitude in his new album, Music for...

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‘MLB the Show 25’ brings a variety of new features
June 11, 2025
Mother Mother's new album features slower paced songs while covering important topics. Image via Spotify
‘Nostalgia’ is slower, but still a strong record
June 11, 2025
Equus Caballus maintains the band's signature relaxing style. Photo via Not On Label (Men I Trust Self-released)
Men I Trust’s latest album sticks with dreamy sound
June 11, 2025
Glockaveli disappoints hip hip fans. Photo via Republic Records
New album from rapper Glock is a mixed bag
June 11, 2025
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Sports
Morgan's Message focuses on Mental Health. Image via Drexel University Athletics.
Morgan’s Message, a mental health advocacy group for athletes, is coming to Baldwin
Olivia O’Malley, Staff Writer • June 11, 2025

In 2019, the suicide of Duke lacrosse player Morgan Rodgers shocked the collegiate sports world and exposed...

Hitting a plateau is a common issue amongst runners but can be fixed through certain training techniques. Photo via Pexels
For runners, breaking a plateau requires new training plans
June 10, 2025
Baldwin athletes decide if they will continue their sport in college. Photo via Nico Macurak.
End of an era
June 10, 2025
May 18, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Scottie Scheffler poses for a photo with the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Big names, storylines coming to Oakmont for U.S. Open
June 9, 2025
Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - June 8, 2025 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates with the trophy after winning the men's singles final against Italy's Jannik Sinner REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq
Alcaraz wins longest French Open final in history
June 9, 2025
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Multimedia
Members of the Baldwin Class of 2025 graduated on Tuesday.
Video story: Baldwin seniors graduate
Gwen Gordon, Hritika Pokhrel, Emma Powell, and Josephine Wysocki • June 11, 2025

The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.
PurbTake podcast looks at Pirates’ season
June 9, 2025
The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.
PurbTake podcast team discusses first game of NBA Finals
June 6, 2025
Members of the Class of 2025 have added their handprints to the hallway walls.
Video story: Seniors add handprints to hallway wall
June 5, 2025
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast discusses mental health issues
June 5, 2025
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Meet the Staff
Nolan Macurak
Nolan Macurak
Club Member

Freshman Nolan Macurak is a first-year Club Member. You can find him playing basketball, hanging out with his friends, and listening to music.

Agnes Salako
Agnes Salako
Club Member

Junior Agnes Salako is a first-year club member. In her free time, she can be found crocheting, drawing, or strumming a guitar.

Katelynn Burger
Katelynn Burger
Staff Writer

Freshman Katelynn Burger is a first-year Club Member. In her free time, she can be found reading, dancing, or listening to music.

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