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Sophmores Carson Verk (left) and Joey Jackson work on hammering nails into drywall.
Hammer Time
Logan Huwalt and Ethan Stock • December 18, 2024

When one of the toilets in senior Aiden Simler’s house was acting up recently, his family didn’t...

This year's fall play, "Little Women," is nominated for 5 different awards.
‘Little Women’ earns 5 Prime Stage nominations
December 18, 2024
Senior Abishek Sapkota demonstrates what his slides are before presenting to the eighth graders.
ESL mentorship program aims to ease transition to high school
December 18, 2024
With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, the need for computer science and engineering careers increases. Image courtesy Dr. Janeen Peretin
Military veteran discusses future of tech with drone pilot students
December 10, 2024
Tina Gaser acts as both a teacher and science coach for the new science curriculum.
New science standards emphasize ‘researching like a scientist’
December 5, 2024
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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
Purbalite Staff • 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
Freshman Shriya Gurung dresses up for Baldwin's annual Cultural Clothing Day.
Slideshow: Baldwin students participate in the annual Cultural Clothing Day
December 6, 2024
Photo via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
The 15 School Days of Christmas: Holiday ads set the tone
December 6, 2024
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Opinion
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?
Milana Varon and Olivia O’Malley • 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
Sitting by the fire and opening presents is so much more special when people get to do it with family. Photo credit by Nicole Michalou via pexels.com
Should Christmas gatherings go big or stay small?
December 5, 2024
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Entertainment
Overall, the album as a whole is dull in comparison to past Snoop Dogg albums. Photo via Death Row.
More from Snoop Dogg would have improved his new album
Olivia Kozak, Multimedia Editor • December 20, 2024

It is impressive that rap legend Snoop Dogg, at age 53, is still producing music and collaborating with...

The Christmas element is completely put on the back burner for a subpar try at a dramedy. Photo via Red Hour Films
The 15 School Days of Christmas: Hulu’s ‘Nutcrackers’ is too predictable
December 20, 2024
Dua Lipa releases her new live studio album, featuring songs from her previous albums. Image courtesy of Warner Records
Dua Lipa moves forward with live album
December 19, 2024
Tyler the Creator's festive EP scoring Illumination's "The Grinch" offers feelings of holiday warmth. Image via Columbia Records.
The 15 School Days of Christmas: Tyler the Creator’s Grinch EP is essential holiday listening
December 18, 2024
Pop singer Justin Timberlake performs on the small stage during his Forget Tomorrow World Tour.
Timberlake puts on an impressive show
December 17, 2024
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Sports
The Fighting Highlanders boys basketball teams compete at the 5A level
Boys basketball defeats Peters Township, winning sixth straight game
Nico Macurak, Sports Editor • December 18, 2024

The Baldwin boys basketball team took down the Peters Township Indians 56-49 on Tuesday night. This...

The Baldwin girls basketball team loses to Peters Township.
Girls basketball falls to Peters Township
December 18, 2024
The Fighting Highlanders boys basketball teams compete at the 5A level
Boys basketball defeats Brashear, prepares for Peters Township
December 16, 2024
The National Collegiate Athletic Association is the governing body of college sports. Image via Wikimedia Commons Courtesy of NCAA
College sports NIL settlement could hurt some sports
December 16, 2024
The Baldwin Fighting Highlander girls basketball team plays in the 5A division.
Girls basketball rallies for victory over Canon-Mac
December 13, 2024
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This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
The 15 School Days of Christmas: Podcast focuses on holiday debates
Nick Burg, Dom Brown, and Sean Galentine • December 19, 2024

The Student Made Holiday Market also featured snacks and crafts for kids.
Video story: Student Made market brings holiday cheer
December 18, 2024
A therapy dog now regularly visits schools in the Baldwin-Whitehall district.
Video story: Therapy dog visits district schools
December 18, 2024
Baldwin High School musicians performed for senior citizens during the Cookie Extravaganza.
Video story: Cookie Extravaganza welcomes senior citizens
December 18, 2024
The winter orchestra concert featured students from both the high school and middle school.
Video story: Orchestra presents winter concert
December 17, 2024
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Garrett Gusten
Garrett Gusten
Staff Writer

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Brielle Fisher
Brielle Fisher
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Photo Editor Brielle Fisher is a junior in her second year on the Purbalite. When she is not playing volleyball, she can be found listening to music and being with her dogs.

Trevor Brain
Trevor Brain
Staff Writer

Senior Trevor Brain is a second-year staff writer. He can be found playing hockey, lacrosse, and golf.  

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