The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
Talking Heads’ sixth studio album is "Little Creatures." It is one of the best known records.

[Photo] Essential Listening: `Little Creatures’ found Talking Heads at their peak

Olivia Rechtorik, Multimedia Editor
June 7, 2023
'Pathaan' is currently playing in theaters and on streaming platforms.

[Photo] `Pathaan’ returns Bollywood actor to action role

Rakshya Kafle, Staff Writer
February 15, 2023
Drowse’s fourth studio album is a perfect addition to an already excellent discography.

[Photo] Drowse returns with perfect album for late fall

Ethan Stock, Staff Writer
November 23, 2022
Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness has taken over Netflix during the quarantine.

[Photo] Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness has taken over Netflix

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
March 31, 2020
The 25th MLS season is scheduled to kick off tomorrow.

[Photo] The 25th MLS season kicks off with new teams

Tyler Zeman, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
Harry Styles has finally released his sophomore album 'Fine Line'.

[Photo] Harry Styles’ sophomore album disapoints

Sarah Watkins, Staff Writer
February 14, 2020
LSU and Clemson are set to play in an exciting National Championship game.

[Photo] Sports Debate: Who will win the CFP National Championship

January 13, 2020
Everything will be on the line for Alexander Gustafsson in Saturday's bout.

[Photo] Gustafsson in a must win situation vs. Smith

Jaiman White, Podcast Editor
May 31, 2019
Foreign movies like Roma should be more recognized by fans.

[Photo] Foreign films deserve more recognition

Cassie Snyder, Magazine Editor
May 31, 2019
Pink’s new album, Hurts 2B Human, acknowledges that life can be hard to go through, but it also says that people need to remember that they have loved ones at their side to help. It’s about facing life, emotions, and memories from the past.

[Photo] Pink’s new album reveals her thoughts

Sarah Bagay, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
Running back Shaun Alexander was an MVP in 2005. His career would suffer after being placed on the Madden cover.

[Photo] Staff writer Aaron Exler analyzes the famous “Madden Curse”

Aaron Exler, Staff Writer
May 8, 2019
The baseball team won 12-3 on Tuesday in a non-section game away against Keystone Oaks.

[Photo] Baseball takes loss against USC

Alli Schroeder and Sarah Bagay
April 26, 2019
4.10 nhl

[Photo] First-round NHL playoffs should be exciting

Mitch Davis, Staff Writer
April 10, 2019
In other words, an entire region of the world should not be judged based on what news channels and social media choose to show their audience. The only way to see what the world is truly like is to explore it, because stereotypes are often false.

[Photo] Stereotypes of Middle East aren’t true

Lena Barakat, Staff Writer
April 8, 2019
The varsity girls lacrosse team has been working hard in practice.

[Photo] Girls lacrosse comes up short against Char Valley

Elizabeth Perston and Victoria Dicesare
March 28, 2019
Duke looks like clear favorite to win sixth national championship with Zion Williamson.

[Photo] Zion Williamson, Duke look to win sixth national championship

Flynn Travers, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
Artists need to make sure that they are completely ready to drop their music whenever they originally state they will, as it has become quite frustrating for fans to wait on them.

[Photo] Rappers make habit of pushing back release dates

Mason Hurley, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
Culinary TV has changed a lot in the past few years and should no longer be held to the “mom TV” stereotype.

[Photo] Culinary TV moves away from tired stereotypes

Brooke Scanlon, Staff Writer
March 18, 2019
Joe stays true to his own style while also not letting the fame of being a Jonas get to him, which makes him by far the best Jonas Brother.

[Photo] Joe’s charm makes him the best Jonas

Elizabeth Solenday, Design Editor
March 18, 2019
Staff Writers Ethan Coulehan, Paul Briones, and Caden Harsh discuss Marvel's latest release, Captain Marvel.

[Photo] Podcast: What you need to know about the new Captain Marvel movie

Ethan Coulehan, Paul Briones, and Caden Harsh
March 7, 2019
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World is one of the rare occasions where a series truly builds and builds to an incredible climax, one that audiences will not want to miss.

[Photo] How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World brings a satisfying and emotional end to the How to Train Your Dragon trilogy.

Fiona Selden, Staff Writer
March 5, 2019
Super bowl LVII will take place on February 13, 2023.

[Photo] NFL franchise tag deadline brings controversy

Ethan Coulehan, Staff Writer
March 5, 2019
To bun or not to bun: Eli Achtzehn and Jaiman White debate the man bun.

[Photo] To bun or not to bun: Two staff writers debate the man bun

March 8, 2019
Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse sets new standards for not only animated movies, but for further entries in the Marvel cinematic universe.

[Photo] Marvel sets new standard for animation

Gaige Grzelka, Staff Writer
January 9, 2019
The NHL had 33 trades happen on March 21st which is an NHL record.

[Photo] NHL expands to new team in Seattle

Flynn Travers, Staff Writer
December 12, 2018
Juul Labs said it would “suspend sales of most of its flavored e-cigarette pods in retail stores,” according to a New York Times story. But the company also said it would eventually start selling again at stores that invest in technology to determine that buyers are 21 years old.

[Photo] Juul suspends sales of some flavored pods, but FDA backs off ban

Fiona Selden and Anamarie Martinez
November 27, 2018
This season completely differs from last in terms of what Durant could do in the offseason.

[Photo] This season is the beginning of the end for the Warriors

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
November 21, 2018
The NBA has become involved in the Hong Kong democracy protests, angering China.

[Photo] NBA headlines surprise fans early in season

Johnny Staley, Staff Writer
November 20, 2018
After his debut with the 76ers against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night, it’s clear that there is potential despite the rather pedestrian performance. All fans can do now is watch, wait, and trust the process.

[Photo] Butler trade helps complete “process” for 76ers

Jaiman White, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
The idea of paying for a brand as opposed to paying for the actual product or quality is getting out of hand. It’s simply done because of the influence of celebrities, and that’s very unfortunate for the state of streetwear.

[Photo] Supreme brand takes exclusivity to ridiculous levels

Mason Hurley, Staff Writer
October 17, 2018
“We want this club to just become a popular and relaxed place where we can just play games and have some fun,” junior Donovan McGuire said.

[Photo] Golden Gamers look to bring students together through games

Johnny Staley and Kim Samuel
October 16, 2018
As anyone can see, Brees has been the cream of the crop for years as both a player and a citizen. The NFL and the world overall needs more people like Brees who consistently exemplify excellence.

[Photo] Brees represents everything right about NFL

Liam Belan, Multimedia Editor
October 16, 2018
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 surpasses all expectations, making it the best Call of Duty installment in at least five years.

[Photo] Call of Duty franchise exceeds expectations with release of Black Ops 4

Connor Reiche, Staff Writer
October 15, 2018
The fight is set to take place Saturday in Las Vegas, where both fighters will give performances that are sure to not be forgotten in a lightweight championship for the ages.

[Photo] UFC 229 set to be a fight for the ages

October 4, 2018
The Baldwin dance team won in the Varsity Dance division and earned a special judges award for best turns.

[Photo] Students shuffle onto new Baldwin dance team

Paige Crawley, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018
Seeing the show live is a major bucket list item for most any theatergoer, so to have this phenomenal show in Pittsburgh is amazing in itself. Still, Hamilton’s performance manages to outshine the hype.

[Photo] Broadway moves towards realism

Elizabeth Solenday, Copy Chief
January 19, 2017
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