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The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
Zander Vecchione

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer

Junior Zander Vecchione is a third-year staff writer. He can be found playing video games or listening to music.

Mother Mother's new album features slower paced songs while covering important topics. Image via Spotify

‘Nostalgia’ is slower, but still a strong record

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
June 11, 2025

Video story: Teachers, students face off in Sophomore Showdown

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
April 29, 2025
Students of Michael Kaufman's geometry class launch water balloons as a part of a project.

Slingshot project launches geometry exploration

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
April 24, 2025
Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing is a movie based on the game Project Sekai. Photo via GKIDS Films

‘Colorful Stage’ tells side story to video game

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
April 24, 2025
Baldwin's Esports program includes a Super Smash Bros Ultimate team. Photo via Nintendo.

Super Smash Bros. esports team eliminated in playoffs

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
April 10, 2025
Baldwin's Esports program includes a Super Smash Bros Ultimate team. Photo via Nintendo.

Super Smash Bros. team wins in first round of playoffs

Zander Vecchione and William Thurman
April 8, 2025
Marley Murajda (left) and Eleanora Wilson both won Gold Keys at the 2025 Scholastic Art Awards competition.

2 art students earn Gold Keys at competition

Zander Vecchione and William Thurman
April 7, 2025
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.

District to host visitors from League of Innovative Schools

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
March 24, 2025
The Unified Bocce Team competes in the winter sport season.

Unified bocce team wraps up big year with loss at regionals

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
March 12, 2025

Video story: College and Career Fair offers plans for the future

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
March 4, 2025

Podcast debates different music genres

Sophia Colwell, William Thurman, and Zander Vecchione
March 3, 2025

Video story: Purple hair dye, class competitions lead pep rally

Olivia O’Malley, William Thurman, and Zander Vecchione
February 20, 2025
Teachers Beth and Rich Fochtman have turned their personal tragedy into a good cause that benefits the entire community.

Be A Hero Day to honor Fochtmans’ son

Sean Galentine and Zander Vecchione
February 11, 2025
Dreamcore offers a simple, non restricting game. Photo via The Gamer.

‘Dreamcore’ offers a relaxing, simple video game

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
February 11, 2025
Senior Addison Thompson is recognized at the Boys Basketball Senior Rec Night.

Thompson makes an impact in a short time

Zander Vecchione and William Thurman
February 7, 2025
Senior Mason Cerminara flies a drone through the school hallway.

Drone class reaches cruising speed

Zander Vecchione, William Thurman, and Garrett Gusten
January 14, 2025
The Baldwin Fighting Highlander girls basketball team plays in the 5A division.

Girls basketball rolls to victory over Uniontown Area

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
January 8, 2025
Sonic the Hedgehog keeps his legacy moving forward on the right path. Image via Empire Magazine

‘Sonic 3’ keeps movie franchise running

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
January 8, 2025

Podcast debates top classic rock albums

William Thurman and Zander Vecchione
January 3, 2025

Video story: Cookie Extravaganza welcomes senior citizens

McKinley Beech, Garrett Gusten, and Zander Vecchione
December 18, 2024
Both seasons are very fast-paced compared to other shows. Image via Netflix.

Second season of fast-paced ‘Arcane’ keeps fans watching

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
December 11, 2024
The Fighting Highlanders competitive cheer team performs across the area.

Competitive cheer’s mat team takes first place

Logan Huwalt and Zander Vecchione
November 18, 2024

Video story: ELL students teach freshmen about refugee camps

Garrett Gusten, William Thurman, and Zander Vecchione
November 14, 2024

Video story: Hospice fundraiser brings out Pittsburgh athletes

Emma Powell, Ethan Green, and Zander Vecchione
October 21, 2024
The Baldwin Highlander Marching Band competes in PIMBA class AA.

Marching band posts highest score of season

Zander Vecchione and Sean Galentine
October 21, 2024
The new video game 'Metaphor: ReFantazio' by Atlus brings a better plot. Image courtesy of Atlus and Studio Zero

‘ReFantazio’ video game features great writing

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024
Persona 3 Reload, which was remastered last February, is a role-playing action game. Image via IMDB.

‘Persona’ fans should skip ‘Episode Aigis’

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
October 8, 2024

Girls soccer shuts out Mt. Lebanon

Ethan Green, Katie Fillipih, and Zander Vecchione
September 10, 2024
The new album has little to no repetition, unlike his earlier effort. Photo via Warner Records.

Montgomery returns with catchy yet calming music

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
June 5, 2024

Podcast debates Marvel, DC films and comics

Maddy Behr, Lucas Ovitsky, and Zander Vecchione
May 24, 2024
After experimenting with other sports, freshman Lori Thompson finds hockey to be her passion. Photo by Maddy Behr

For Thompson, hockey offers challenges, rewards

Maddy Behr and Zander Vecchione
May 15, 2024
Photo Via IMDb

‘Fallout’ TV series lives up to video game franchise

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
May 7, 2024

Video story: Talent show raises funds for charity

Maddy Behr, Hailey Dietz, and Zander Vecchione
April 26, 2024
Magical Girl Madoka Magica is a must watch anime. Photo via Magica Quartet.

What to Binge Watch: Magical girls battle witches in anime series

Zander Vecchione, staff writer
April 17, 2024

Video story: Stage crew preps for spring musical

Maddy Behr and Zander Vecchione
March 26, 2024

Video story: SeaPerch readies for competition

Hailey Dietz and Zander Vecchione
March 22, 2024
Video game stock photo via Pexels, free use.

Video game remasters fuel interest in classic franchises

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
March 19, 2024
Lily Baumgardner is hosting a Women’s Empowerment event for female students.

Women’s Empowerment event to emphasize career options for girls

Ethan Green and Zander Vecchione
March 15, 2024
The Baldwin Highlander Marching Band competes in PIMBA class AA.

Band, guard head to Chicago for St. Patrick’s parade

Maddy Behr and Zander Vecchione
March 14, 2024
Persona 3: Reload remasters old mechanics and revitalizes them. Photo courtesy of Sega.

Remastered ‘Persona’ video game provides thrills

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024

Podcast debates merits of horror movies

Maddy Behr and Zander Vecchione
February 9, 2024
Photo Via: Rocksteady Studios

Video game offers twist on ‘Justice League’ franchise

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
Players who want more action may get bored with Infinite Wealth because of it. Photo via Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio.

Latest ‘Yakuza’ video game shifts hero and location

Zander Vecchione, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Catching Up with Depeche Mode is a compilation album from 1985. Photo courtesy of Sire Records.

Essential Listening: Depeche Mode’s messages paired with fun music

Zander Vecchione, Club Member
January 24, 2024

Video story: Students stock new Purple Pantry at the Bean

Kelcy Bhandari, Zander Vecchione, and Helaine White
November 30, 2023
The new Five Nights of Freddy's movie will either be a highlight or a downfall for the franchise.

Franchise fans get ready for Five Nights at Freddy’s movie

Zander Vecchione, Club Member
October 24, 2023
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