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The student news site of Baldwin High School

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The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
Sam Tobiczyk

Sam Tobiczyk, News Editor

News Editor Sam Tobiczyk is a senior and a third-year member of the Purbalite. In their free time, they can be found listening to indie music or watching indie movies.

Just one year after graduating college, Baldwin alum Nick Cortazzo is performing in a Broadway touring production of `Hairspray.

Alum Cortazzo is excited to return to Pittsburgh, performing Hairspray

November 21, 2022
The Loneliest Time, the sixth studio album from Carly Rae Jepsen, was released in October 2022.

Jepsen returns with solid pop record

November 14, 2022
Liz Langer organized Movember along with junior class sponsor, RIchard Deemer.

Langer organizes “Movember” for junior class

November 9, 2022
I Walked with You a Ways, the debut studio album by Plains, was released in October 2022.

Plains’ first album provides decent country music

October 27, 2022
Its Only Me, the third studio album from Lil Baby, was released in October 2022.

Lil Baby again proves that you can skip any project of his

October 26, 2022
Freshman Leland Lepperd is in his second year playing for the marching band.

Freshman Lepperd makes a big impression on marching band

October 21, 2022

Podcast discusses two recent movies from India

October 20, 2022
The Pittsburgh skyline is projected through the grey hole in the black tarp, which is covering the windows.

Video production class explores ancient, low-tech camera technique

October 11, 2022
Doggerel, the eighth studio album from the Pixies, was released in September 2022.

Pixies’ new album is not worth a listen

October 11, 2022
Blue Rev, the third studio album from Alvvays, was released in October 2022.

Alvvays returns with new, more exciting sound

October 7, 2022
$oul $oul $eparately, released in September 2022, is Freddie Gibbs eighth studio album.

Freddie Gibbs’ new album contains interesting lyrics and features

October 6, 2022
Cool it Down, the fifth studio album from Yeah Yeahs Yeahs, was released in September 2022.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ new album doesn’t live up to previous releases

September 30, 2022
Dummy, the debut studio album from Portishead, was released in August 1994.

Essential Listening: Portishead’s debut helped define trip hop

September 28, 2022
Asphalt Meadows, the 10th studio album from Death Cab for Cutie, was released in September 2022.

Death Cab for Cutie’s new album gives flavor to their waning career

September 27, 2022
The Beths third studio album, Expert in a Dying Field, was released in September 2022.

The Beths’ new album is an effective continuation of their style

September 23, 2022
Demons Protected by Angels, Navs fifth studio album, was released in September 2022.

Nav’s new album provides worthless music

September 15, 2022
Songs in the Key of Life was released in September 1976, debuting at #1 on the charts.

Essential Listening: Wonder’s `Key’ achievement remains a soul masterpiece

September 14, 2022
Seniors from the Class of 2022 participate in the annual cap toss.

[Photo] Class of 2022 Commencement video story, slideshow

June 3, 2022
Just one year after graduating college, Baldwin alum Nick Cortazzo is performing in a Broadway touring production of `Hairspray.

Alum Nick Cortazzo lands on Broadway tour for ‘Hairspray’

May 25, 2022
Mr Morale & the Big Steppers, released today, is Kendrick Lamars first album in five years.

Lamar returns with new sounds, more social commentary

May 13, 2022
Arcade Fires newest album is an enjoyable listen

Arcade Fire’s newest album is an enjoyable listen

May 13, 2022
Omnium Gatherum is the 19th studio album for King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard.

King Gizzard switches it up, again and again

May 12, 2022
Giving the World Away, the second studio album from Hatchie, was released in April 2022.

Hatchie’s new album provides older shoegaze sound

May 4, 2022
The Baldwin girls softball team plays at the 6A level.

Girls softball falls to Canon Mac

April 25, 2022
The self-titled debut album from Wet Leg was released in April 2022.

Wet Leg’s debut album brings unique music to indie world

April 22, 2022

Pitt’s Tre Tipton talks college football with Purb Take podcast

April 21, 2022

Video story: Boys tennis looks for growth

April 1, 2022
Claud released their first studio album at the start of 2021.

Claud gives lively performance at Spirit Hall

March 28, 2022

Chris Mack of 93.7 The Fan talks Pens, Steelers with Purb Take podcast team

March 22, 2022

Purb Take talks March Madness tourney brackets

March 17, 2022
Baldwin will implement AP Environmental Science and a course based on the planning and fundraising for Mini-Thon next year.

Environmental science, Mini-THON planning to be focus of 2 new classes

March 3, 2022
Joy Division formed in 1976 in Salford, England, becoming one of the biggest parts of the post-punk genre.

Essential Listening: Joy Division made their mark on music with two of the most influential rock albums

March 2, 2022
Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You was released in February of this year.

Big Thief’s new album marks a shift in musical style

March 1, 2022
Once Twice Melody is the eighth studio album by Beach House.

Once Twice Melody is a solid but disappointing album

February 23, 2022
Junior Morgan Smeal competed at the PMEA District Chorus Festival last week.

Smeal qualifies for PMEA Region Chorus Festival

February 15, 2022
The NBA, in its 75th season, saw major players like James Harden and Ben Simmons be moved at the trade deadline.

NBA trade deadline sees major players moved across the league

February 11, 2022
Junior Adrianna Grande was recognized for her volunteer work throughout the community.

Grande’s volunteer work earns recognition from 93.7 The Fan podcast

January 20, 2022

Video: Boys basketball defeats Canon-Mac

January 12, 2022
Baldwin wrestlers placed first and second at tournament Saturday.

Wrestling defeated by Thomas Jefferson

January 6, 2022
Hillgrove currently works at WTOV Channel 9 behind and in front of the camera.

Alum Jack Hillgrove follows the path of his grandfather in journalism

December 13, 2021

1-Up podcast discusses failures in video game launches

December 6, 2021
Things Take Time, Take Time is the third album from Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett

Courtney Barnett explores softer sounds on new album

November 23, 2021
The Baldwin varsity ice hockey team plays in the 3A division.

Ice hockey team adjusts to AAA, moves forward

November 18, 2021
Travis Scotts second-annual Astroworld Festival was held on November 5, resulting in at least 9 deaths.

Opinion: Travis Scott, Live Nation should have done more to avert concert tragedy

November 12, 2021

Cross Country

October 20, 2021
The football team fell short against Seneca Valley at the homecoming game.

Football team falls in homecoming game

October 19, 2021
The football team receives a pep talk from coaches, during the game.

[Photo] Slideshow: Football team falls to Seneca Valley

October 18, 2021
With 95 percent of NBA players vaccinated, some stars who are against the Covid-19 vaccine continue to cause controversy.

Opinion: Refusing the vaccine may prove costly for NBA players, teams

October 5, 2021
Senior golfer Dom Trimbur has qualified for finals in WPIALS.

Trimbur earns a spot in WPIAL golf finals

September 28, 2021
The Purple Platter sign appears in the South Cafe of the high school.

National food shortages reach district lunch lines

September 27, 2021

1-Up podcast discusses repetitive video game series

September 24, 2021
Senior golfer Dom Trimbur has qualified for finals in WPIALS.

Trimbur qualifies for golf WPIAL semifinals

September 23, 2021
The best way to describe Lorde’s new album, Solar Power, is one word: underwhelming.

Lorde offers a few gems but more filler on new album

September 21, 2021
Senior Ethan Spozarski, known for his excitement and enthusiasm all around the school, is the new Highlander mascot.

Spozarski steps out of comfort zone to fill mascot shoes

September 17, 2021
NBA released its awards finalist, recognizing the stars on the field.

NBA award winners, finalists recognize the league’s best

June 3, 2021

1-Up podcast looks at how the pandemic helped video game industry

May 27, 2021
Many students who were remote learners all year say they look forward to being in school next year.

Many remote students look forward to being in school next year

May 26, 2021
Radioheads Ok Computer continues to be just as good twenty-four years later.

Essential Listening: Radiohead changed the direction of rock music with OK Computer

May 21, 2021

1-Up gaming podcast discusses the unusual rebound of the game Cyberpunk

May 4, 2021
The action is the main drawing point of the film, pitting two of cinemas most famous monsters, Godzilla and King Kong, against each other. The movie also includes the well known foe of Godzilla, Mechagodzilla, a mechanical version of the titan.

Monster fights are best part of Godzilla vs. Kong

April 16, 2021
Middle school history teacher Anthony Barbano presents a budgeting lesson as part of the football team’s Level Up program.

From budgeting to car repair, new program helps football players gain life skills

April 15, 2021
The NBA added a new rule change that has already started to have consequences throughout the league’s first preseason games.

Busy NBA trade deadline shows teams moving in two directions

March 29, 2021
Many of the songs on King of Leons new album sound similar and dont need to be listened to again.

Kings of Leon’s new album fails to impress

March 25, 2021
Zack Snyders cut focuses on incorporating more background information on characters and includes previously deleted scenes.

Justice League director’s cut is an improved, but still flawed, film

March 22, 2021

1-Up podcast looks at new developments in gaming

March 5, 2021
Marvels Spider-Man: Miles Morales is the sequel to the original game, Marvels Spider-Man.

Spider-Man sequel makes for a compelling video game

January 29, 2021

The 1-Up podcast looks at the failure of the video game Cyberpunk 2077

December 23, 2020

Podcast: Which of the new video game consoles is better?

December 3, 2020
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