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The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
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Math teacher Rich Fochtman poses with his crew during Highlander TIme. Photo via Baldwin High School.
Crew concept aims to build sense of belonging
Lily Baumgardner and Addison Wahl • October 2, 2026
The Baldwin Bean serves coffee and snacks to Baldwin students.
Bean to open in October with expanded Yinz Coffee partnership
September 30, 2026
Senior Caitlyn Zalar speaks to state Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe. Zalar helps out kindergarten teacher Maggie Graff during the day through a student teacher program.
In the state spotlight
September 17, 2026
Teens will be facing new restrictions on Instagram and Facebook following the Meta court case settlement.
Students doubt Instagram restrictions will keep teens offline
August 31, 2026
People stand near mud covered houses and a road, following a flash flood at Trishuli in Nuwakot district, Nepal, August 26, 2026. REUTERS/Navesh Chitrakar
Baldwin’s Nepali community reacts to news of massive flood
August 27, 2026
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Kai Brown has been interested in the marching band since third grade.
Brown enjoys the ride of playing in marching band
Ishmerika Bista and Penelope Langinmej • October 13, 2026
Juniors Austin Crawford (from left), Mackenzie Myers, and Evie Dillon are part of the team that plan, prepare, and build props and stage designs for the fall play.
Stage team prepares for ‘This Murder Was Staged’
October 7, 2026
Jeffrey Knox (left) and Austin Crawford (right) work on a scene from the fall play, “This Murder Was Staged.”
Actors prepare for ‘This Murder Was Staged’
September 29, 2026
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
The 2026 school year brings new teachers to Baldwin High School
September 25, 2026
Family and consumer science teacher Anne Gavorcik teaches fashion, child development, and preschool.
Gavorcik enjoys the environment at Baldwin
September 25, 2026
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Opinion
Baldwin High School serves the Baldwin, Whitehall, and Baldwin Township communities.
To skip or not to skip?
Evelyn Starusko, Multimedia Editor • October 14, 2026
Cornell University’s Chi Phi fraternity house in Ithaca, New York, US, September 29, 2026. REUTERS/Lauren Petracca
Not all men rape, but 1 in 5 women experience it
October 5, 2026
A sign describes a Flock camera as a 24/7 license plate reader near a retail area in Sun Valley, Texas, U.S. July 31, 2026. REUTERS/Kaylee Greenlee
Flock, similar cameras represent a threat to privacy
September 30, 2026
Some view senior traditions as essential, while others say they are unnecessary.
Senior year traditions
September 21, 2026
Ariana Grande poses on the red carpet at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes in Beverly Hills, California, U.S., January 11, 2026. REUTERS/Daniel Cole
Celebrities don’t have to get involved with politics
September 16, 2026
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Entertainment
Verity, directed by Michael Showalter, paints itself as a psychological thriller that follows a struggling writer. Picture via Amazon MGM Studios
Psychological thriller ‘Verity’ disappoints
Sali Al-ameen, Multimedia Chief Editor • October 13, 2026
Adèla, the Slovak singer and dancer, releases new hit album. Picture Via Capitol Records
‘Prima’ introduces a new pop star
October 13, 2026
The novels “My Life with the Walter Boys” by Ali Novak and “The Deal” by Elle Kennedy both have screen adaptations. Images via SourceBooks Fire and Bloom Books.
2 sides to every story
October 13, 2026
Gavin Adcock has utilized social media to grow his following. Image via: Gavin Adcock Music
Adcock returns with more country rock
October 13, 2026
Dexter and The Moonrocks are a band based in Texas. Image via Severance Records
Dexter and Moonrocks showcase country rock sound on debut album
October 13, 2026
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Sports
The girls soccer team seniors stand at the center of the field to be recognized before the game.
Girls soccer shuts out Bethel Park
Addison Wahl, Social Media Editor • October 15, 2026
Junior Sadiq Anderson took over the role of Quarterback in his first year of High School football.
Anderson brings leadership in first year of high school football
October 15, 2026
Formula One F1 - Singapore Grand Prix - Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore - October 10, 2026 Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in action during the sprint race REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki
F1 teams rack up points at Singapore Grand Prix
October 14, 2026
The Baldwin boys soccer team plays in 4A WPIAL division.
Boys soccer loses to USC
October 14, 2026
Junior Tenley Fry plans to play for Western Kentucky in college. Photo by Isabella Porch
Fry plays key role on girls soccer team
October 14, 2026
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Juniors Sophia Capan and Chelsey Weber jump for a block against Hempfield.
Slideshow: Girls volleyball moves into 1st place with win over Hempfield
Brandon Esek and Nolan Macurak • October 14, 2026

The Baldwin girls volleyball team defeated Hempfield on Tuesday night, 3-2.  With the win, the team...

The Pair of Paras podcast features siblings Annjila Parajuli and Annjal Parajuli.
Pair of Paras podcast discusses the best school lunches
October 13, 2026
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
Podcast team discusses fall fashion
October 7, 2026
Representatives from each class competed at the homecoming pep rally.
Video story: Pep rally celebrates fall sports
October 2, 2026
The annual bonfire wraps up the 2026 Baldwin homecoming carnival.
Video story: Homecoming carnival brings community together
October 2, 2026
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Meet the Staff
Sali Al-ameen
Sali Al-ameen
Multimedia Chief Editor

Multimedia Chief Editor Sali Al-ameen is a senior in her third year on the Purbalite. She loves music, movies, and when she is not reading, she can be found painting and hanging out with her friends.

Penelope Langinmej
Penelope Langinmej
Photo Editor

Photo Editor Penelope Langinmej is a junior in her second year on the staff. She can be found reading and listening to music.

Max Galentine
Max Galentine
Sports Editor

Sports Editor Max Galentine is a junior in his third year on the Purbalite. He plays football, basketball, and track.

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