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The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

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Senior Max Pegher lays through windshield in Mock Prom Crash
Mock crash drives home the dangers of driving under the influence
Laila Ruvolo, Garrett Gusten, and Katelynn Burger • May 30, 2025

Senior Maggie Overn, who was an actor in Thursday’s Prom Promise mock crash, initially thought the...

Shaun Tomaszewski is leaving his position as Baldwin High School principal to become curriculum coordinator at East Allegheny School District.
Tomaszewski bids farewell to Baldwin
May 21, 2025
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
Tastebuds Jr. to raise money for Best Buddies program
May 15, 2025
Students were hypnotized during a presentation organized by psychology teacher Dave Dunaway.
The power of suggestion
May 13, 2025
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
Lending a hand
May 1, 2025
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Coffee Etc. located in Castle Shannon, is known not only for its good coffee but also its welcoming environment.
This generation looks for more than just good food
Alayna Scanlon, Brielle Fisher, and Emiliana Austin • May 30, 2025

Senior Jazzy Green doesn't have anything against diners like Eat'n Park or Denny's, but she and her friends...

Overall, coffee trucks are a fun way to try new coffees and drinks while supporting small businesses.
Coffee tastes a ‘latte’ better on wheels
May 28, 2025
Anish Darjee is one of the Baldwin students in a band that celebrates Nepali culture.
Striking a chord
May 27, 2025
Junior Hayden Fox had the idea for planter boxes at Lutz Elementary.
Planter box idea grows into Eagle Scout project
May 19, 2025
Athletes come together to compete in the Special Olympic games.
Baldwin hosts Special Olympics Spring Invitational
May 12, 2025
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Opinion
Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Senior Farewell: All of those losses taught true life lessons
Trevor Brain, Multimedia Editor • May 29, 2025

My high school athletic career has been nothing to write home about. I was on the varsity hockey team...

Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Senior Farewell: Being a Pittsburgh sports fan has taught me patience
May 23, 2025
Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Senior Farewell: A baseball injury taught a vital lesson
May 22, 2025
Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Senior Farewell: This small team made a big difference
May 14, 2025
Purbalite seniors evaluate their four years of high school at Baldwin.
Senior Farewell: Overcoming hesitation led to real growth
May 12, 2025
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Entertainment
Ethan Hunt teams up with others to save the world from an AI called the Enity in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. Image via ScreenRant.
Cruise powers final ‘Mission Impossible’ film
Arpan Basnet, Multimedia Editor • May 29, 2025

The Mission: Impossible franchise ends with a bang as Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) makes the impossible possible,...

Iz It a Crime is Snoop Dogg’s 21st studio album. Photo via Death Row Records.
Snoop Dogg’s latest album has strong moments
May 28, 2025
The new live-action Lilo and Stitch provides a classic Disney film with new aspects. Photo via IMDB.
Live-action ‘Lilo and Stitch’ maintains classic story
May 27, 2025
Tom Hanks has hosted SNL 10 times. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Top 3: Hanks consistently develops believable characters
May 23, 2025
Woods' latest release showcases a new height for his talent. Photo Via The Guardian
Woods hits new heights of production, flow on new album
May 22, 2025
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Sports
May 29, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) dunks against Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) in the fourth quarter during game five of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Knicks look to pull off big series comeback
Nolan Macurak, Club Member • May 30, 2025

Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers 111-94 Thursday night in the Garden...

Baldwin flag football team players face off in a game earlier this month.
It’s kickoff time
May 29, 2025
Junior Alex Weber is a multisport athlete at Baldwin High School
Weber balances club soccer, pole vaulting
May 28, 2025
May 26, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; Cornell midfielder Anthony Bartolotto (12) celebrates defeating the Maryland Terrapins to win the NCAA Division I Mens Lacrosse Championship at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
North Carolina, Cornell win NCAA lax titles
May 28, 2025
The AMA Pro Motocross Championship begins. Image Via: Pro Motocross.
Pro Motocross kicks off championship with great racing
May 27, 2025
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Multimedia
Purbalite Sports Editor Emma Powell was a guest on a sports talk radio show on The Fan on Thursday. Photo courtesy Emma Powell.
Purbalite editor guests on The Fan sports talk radio
Emma Powell, Sports Editor • May 30, 2025

This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcasters check out albums they haven’t heard before
May 30, 2025
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast offers advice to incoming freshmen
May 28, 2025
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast debates live-action remakes
May 27, 2025
Ash Dodge's artwork is on display in the senior showcase this month.
Dodge’s art featured in senior showcase
May 27, 2025
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Meet the Staff
Anne Hampton
Anne Hampton
News Editor

News Editor Anne Hampton is a junior and a third-year member of the Purbalite. She enjoys shopping and hanging out with her friends. 

Sean Galentine
Sean Galentine
Multimedia Editor

Multimedia Editor Sean Galentine is a senior in his third year on the Purbalite. He can usually be found listening to music, driving, or just hanging out.

Melanie Wolf
Melanie Wolf
Club Member

Freshman Melanie Wolf is a first-year Club Member. In her free time, she can be found playing soccer, running track, or hanging out with friends.

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