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The Baldwin inline hockey program wrapped up its regular season with a win over Peters Township.

[PHOTO] Inline hockey team wraps up regular season with another win

February 22, 2021
Daft Punk, the French dance and pop group that had a huge hit with

[PHOTO] Column: Daft Punk’s breakup conjures memories

February 22, 2021
McCartney III is a disappointing successor to past albums, but is exciting for fans.

[PHOTO] Latest McCartney record disappoints

January 26, 2021
James Harden has moved from the Houston Rockets to the Brooklyn Nets.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Harden move shows what’s wrong with the NBA

January 14, 2021
President Donald Trump, pictured here at a 2016 campaign rally, has continued to claim that he did not lose the 2020 election to Joe Biden.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Violence at Capitol shows Trump at his worst

January 7, 2021
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[PHOTO] The 15 School Days of Christmas: Holiday mania can be a little much

December 3, 2020
Theaters have been hit particularly hard by the coronavirus pandemic.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Pandemic poses unique challenges for theater world

November 4, 2020
The Hollywood adaptation of the Broadway musical Cats was not well received.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Casting dooms movie adaptions of Broadway shows

November 4, 2020
The South Korean pop group BTS has achieved success, yet still faces backlash.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Pop culture still struggles with Asian representation

November 4, 2020
Electronic Arts is a video game developer that makes use of microtransactions.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Greedy video game developers are exploiting players

November 4, 2020
TikTok has become a key source of news for members of Gen Z.

[PHOTO] Opinion: TikTok goes beyond dances to provide news for Gen Z

November 4, 2020
With both presidential candidates in their 70s, voters should be aware of the views of the vice presidential candidates.

[PHOTO] Opinion: This year, the vice president candidates really matter

October 30, 2020
Adam Sandler goes back to comedy with his new film, Hubie Halloween.

[PHOTO] Sandler returns to comedies that aren’t funny with `Hubie Halloween’

October 19, 2020
U.S. soccer star Alex Morgan has signed to play with the English women's team Tottenham. She is one of several U.S. players making such a move.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Women’s soccer stars head to England, endangering sport’s growth in America

October 12, 2020
A new Netflix docu-series shows how Jeffrey Epstein was able to commit abusive crimes and almost get away with them.

[PHOTO] `Filthy Rich’ shows how Epstein preyed on victims

June 3, 2020
Students who participate in performing arts build strong relationships and work as a team.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Performing arts builds character, strong relationships

June 2, 2020
There are many steps people can take to further social justice.

[PHOTO] Opinion: If you’re mad, retweeting is not enough

June 2, 2020
Perhaps the only positive effect of coronavirus closures has been an improvement in Earth's environment.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Environmental gains should be maintained

June 2, 2020
President Trump put together a controversial photo opportunity on Monday in Washington, D.C.

[PHOTO] Opinion: We need a president who can help us heal

June 2, 2020
“Chaotic” has been the best way to describe the state of America for quite some time.

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June 2, 2020
There are so many emotions brought up by the story of George Floyd.

[PHOTO] Opinion: When will we all learn to stand together?

June 1, 2020
George Floyd, a 46-year-old African American man, died after having his neck pinned to the ground by police officer Derek Chauvin.

[PHOTO] Opinion: George Floyd’s death part of a pattern that must be addressed

May 31, 2020
The summer of 2020 will be strange for everyone, most particularly perhaps for college-bound seniors.

[PHOTO] Column: Summer of 2020 looks to be a strange one for everyone

May 30, 2020
Coronavirus closures have made the college application process more difficult for juniors.

[PHOTO] Column: Coronavirus closures hit juniors hard also

May 30, 2020
This weekend's planned launch will mark the first time in history that a private company has funded a U.S. space endeavor.

[PHOTO] NASA teams up with Elon Musk for historic launch

May 29, 2020
After waiting through COVID-19 closures, teens are getting a chance to earn learning permits and driver's licenses.

[PHOTO] After a coronavirus-inspired wait, they get to hit the road

May 29, 2020
The debut album from the Wu-Tang Clan shifted the focus in rap back to New York City.

[PHOTO] Essential Listening: The Wu-Tang Clan’s debut brought the ruckus

May 29, 2020
Seniors are struggling to keep up with changing college applications while also balancing school and pandemic stress.

[PHOTO] Pro/Con: Seniors debate in-state college vs. out of state

May 28, 2020
Some artists, including Bon Jovi, have been releasing singles specifically to brighten listeners' lives during these difficult times.

[PHOTO] Column: Artists releasing songs aimed at easing corona stress

May 28, 2020
“The Match” put Peyton Manning and Tiger Woods against Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson.

[PHOTO] `The Match’ brings in donations, unites fans

May 27, 2020
The NHL's new playoff format will bring in some underdogs.

[PHOTO] NHL’s return offers Pens another shot at title

May 27, 2020
Major League Baseball fans can see live baseball played by the Korean Baseball Organization.

[PHOTO] Korean baseball draws in MLB fans

May 26, 2020

[PHOTO] ‘Last Dance’ follows Jordan on his hero’s journey to greatness

May 19, 2020
With social isolation, many people have taken on workout regimens, but others have struggled to be active under quarantine.

[PHOTO] Opinion: Workout trend shouldn’t include body image shaming

May 18, 2020
UFC on Saturday became the first American sports league to return to action since the coronavirus shutdown.

[PHOTO] UFC emerges as leader in the return of live sports

May 11, 2020
The Smiths are known for their dramatic lyrics, written by Morrissey.

[PHOTO] Column: Moping along with the Smiths can provide emotional release

May 11, 2020
Baldwin counselors say students should make their mental health as much of a priority as their schoolwork.

[PHOTO] Counselors offer strategies for dealing with quarantine stress

May 7, 2020
Online learning in the fourth quarter has pass-fail grades and

[PHOTO] Reactions mixed to week of optional distance learning

April 3, 2020
The ice hockey team remains undefeated after a game against Penn-Trafford.

[PHOTO] Crawley part of hockey national champs

April 9, 2019
Baldwin's girls lacrosse team wins its first game of the season.

[PHOTO] Girls lacrosse team wins first game of season

March 25, 2019
With the beginning of fall, students look forward to homecoming week with various activities.

[PHOTO] Baldwin prepares to fall into Homecoming Week

September 27, 2018
Technology like Samsung's Galaxy F brings upcoming excitement for the new year.

[PHOTO] 2019 to be exciting year for new tech

January 9, 2019
The Baldwin girls basketball team defeats Thomas Jefferson in their most recent matchup.

[PHOTO] Boys hoops sees positives over busy break

January 2, 2019
WPIAL basketball championships held at the Petersen Events Center over the weekend brought lots of controversy.

[PHOTO] WPIAL 6A basketball championship proves need for shot clock

March 4, 2019
Purbalite staff members discuss and debate awards for the NBA elite at the mid-season point.

[PHOTO] NBA MVP race coming down to the buzzer

March 4, 2019
Bryce Harper is at the top of a series of important trades in the MLB.

[PHOTO] MLB off-season filled with excitement

March 4, 2019
Major League Baseball owners and players are seeking a plan for a shortened season.

[PHOTO] MLB proposed rule changes throw potential curveball

February 11, 2019
Brown motions to fans after a game. Brown is now signed to the Raiders for the 2019 season.

[PHOTO] Column: Brown needs punishment, not a trade

January 2, 2019
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