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Jane Goodall playing with Bahati, a 3-year-old chimpanzee, at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary in 1997.
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Jane Goodall
The logo of the Hingham Food Pantry, indicating that they have helped families in need since 1991.
Hingham Food Pantry: The Fight Against Food Insecurity
Mock-up released by the White House of the plans for the soon to be constructed 200 million dollar ballroom.
Changes at the White House: From Hoban’s Vision to Trump’s New Ballroom
Hingham residents protest the Trump Administration on an early Wednesday morning.
Local Hingham group Stand Up and Speak Out continues to expand movement to protest the Trump Administration
The leopard spots that were discovered on a rock called “Chayava Falls”. These spots indicate that Mars may have once been able to support microbial life.
NASA Reports Potential Proof of Life on Mars
Students from the HHS Breathe Out Club setting up the SWell table in preparation for Breathe Out Day.
First Breathe Out Day of the Year Promotes Student Well-being
Several members of the team point towards the camera.
Girls Volleyball Blows Out Plymouth South!
The Dock ribbon cutting occurred on September 12, 2025, finally debuting it to the community.
Ribbon Cutting Concludes Awaited Dock Project
Inundation District is a new film that discusses the devastating effects of climate change on Boston’s Seaport.
Recap and Student Perspectives on the Viewing of “Inundation District”
A Cancer Kid’s First tri-board was displayed at the club fair during freshman orientation, encouraging freshman to join the club.
Cancer Kids First: A Glimpse At The Organization’s Empowering Message
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics talk on the court during the second half of their game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on January 25, 2025.
Celtics Revamp Roster as Preseason Approaches
Jason Tatum addresses his road to recovery at the Celtics Media Day Press Conference at Auerbach Center on September 29th.
Jayson Tatum Appears Ahead of Schedule on Optimistic Recovery
Josh Jacobs pushes through defenders as he makes a beeline towards the end zone in the fourth quarter.
Packers and Cowboys Showdown Leads to Rare Ending
The Chicago Cubs celebrate their Wild Card win over the Padres and get ready for their divisional series matchup with their NL Central rival the Milwaukee Brewers.
MLB Wild Card Round Finishes With Three of Four Higher Seeds Advancing
Marcus Jones (#25) and Alex Austin (#28) celebrate in the end-zone with Patriots fans after Jones’ 87-yard touchdown on a punt return. The play gave the Patriots a 7-6 lead over the Carolina Panthers.
Should Patriots Fans Be Optimistic About the Season?
Season 3 cover photo with Belly (center), Conrad (left), and Jeremiah (right) in front of the Cousins house.
Jenny Han Strikes Again: The New Twists and Turns in Season Three of “The Summer I Turned Pretty”
Liam (left) and Noel Gallagher (right) reunite for the “Live 25” tour.
Don’t Look Back in Anger: Oasis Celebrates 30 Years of “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory”
Dominic Fike blows stardust on the cover art of his mixtape “Rocket.”
“Rocket Is Not An Album”: A Review of Dominic Fike’s First Mixtape
All of Swift’s albums, spanning more than 15 years, including “Taylor’s Version.”
A New Era: Taylor Swift Wins Ownership of Her Albums
The “Minecraft Movie”, a recent release has earned its place as the most popular film of 2025 thus far.
The Rise Of Irony And The Fall Of Sincerity
HHS lines the hallways with ample recycling bins that students can use.
How Eco-Friendly is HHS?
Ms. Papuga teaches in her classroom.
Ms. Papuga: Hingham High’s very own Ceramics Teacher
These four books are either banned in some schools, or have been challenged in others around the US.
The Impact of Censorship in American Education
The Climate Crisis has caused a dramatic increase in wildfires such as this at Talkin Lake in British Columbia in July, 2023.
Climate in Crisis: Recent Climate Events Strike Global Concern
The entire Class of 2026 will be wearing their bright red Senior Shirts on the first day of school on Tuesday.
The Last First: How Do Seniors Feel About The Start to their Final Hingham School Year?
These four books are either banned in some schools, or have been challenged in others around the US.
The Impact of Censorship in American Education
Both titles illustrate an example of the tests available and the features AP Classroom presents.
AP Exam Reflections: What Students Had to Say
Pictured left to right, Haylen Wilson, Ava Souppa, Taylor Gay, Caitlin O’Driscoll, Adam Healey, Elinor Deady, Ava Ladd, Luca Guidi, Tasha Otoka, and Ivy Clark sit at first graders desks after helping teachers at South Elementary School.
Seniors Step Up: Harbormen Helping Hingham Day 2025
The Dock’s woodwork paneled in insolation visualizes its final silhouette.
The Dock Drifts Towards Completion at HHS
Three HHS students playing a mobile game, one of the many contributing factors to overwhelming screen time.
Are the Effects of Screen Time Altering HHS Students’ Education?
Shining a light on Hingham news

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Shining a light on Hingham news

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Cavan Nicholas

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer

Cavan Nicholas is a senior at Hingham High School. He is in his fourth year as a contributing writer. In addition to playing football, basketball and lacrosse, he is also a part of the mentorship program. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with friends and watching sports.

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Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton falls to the floor after suffering a torn achilles in Game 7 of the NBA finals.

Achilles Injuries: An Increasingly Popular Injury for Athletes

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
September 28, 2025
Pat Kavanaugh hoists the national championship trophy after beating Maryland 15-5 in his last year with Notre Dame.

NCAA Lacrosse Tournament: The Start of a New Era of Lacrosse

Hunter Gale and Cavan Nicholas
May 25, 2025
St. John’s star guard RJ Luis looks to make a move against Villinova in a Big East matchup (Kyle Ross-Imagn Images)

College Basketball Stars on the Move: A Transfer Portal Update

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
April 27, 2025
Villinovas forward Eric Dixon, dribbles through the lane against the Creighton Blue Jays on December 21, 2024. (Steve Branscomb - Imagn Images)

Who’s in? An Update on the Race for the Final Spots in March Madness

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
March 16, 2025
Notre Dame’s Jordan Faison runs by Denver defender in the 2024 NCAA semifinals (Notre Dame Athletics). https://www.insidelacrosse.com/article/how-jordan-faison-balances-lacrosse-football-and-how-he-makes-it-look-so-easy/62886#google_vignette

Top College Lacrosse Games of February

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
March 2, 2025
Number one recruit in the class of 2025, Bryce Underwood warms up for a practice with the Michigan Wolverines

Effects of NIL on College Football

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
January 20, 2025
Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik steps into a pass against the Stanford Cardinal on September 28, 2024.

What to Expect From the First Round of the College Football Playoffs

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
December 20, 2024
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels poses with the Heisman trophy after winning the award in 2023 (Brian Ciancio/AP).

The Race to the College Football Heisman

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
November 27, 2024
Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen and catcher Will Smith celebrate the final out of game six of the NLCS (AP Photo/Julio Cortez).

MLB World Series Preview

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2024
The Atlanta Braves celebrate after winning game six of the 2021 world series against the Houston Astros.

MLB Postseason Preview

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
October 4, 2024
Victor Wembanyama on stage after being selected first overall in the 2023 NBA draft

NBA Mock Draft

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
May 27, 2024
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell prepares to reveal a draft pick during the 2022 NFL draft. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)

NFL Draft Preview

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
April 29, 2024
Connecticut players celebrate after beating SDSU in the national championship on April 3rd 2023 (Godofredo A. Vasquez/AP)

March Madness Overview

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
March 18, 2024
Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving after being acquired by his new team at the 2023 NBA trade deadline

NBA Trade Deadline Recap

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
February 16, 2024
Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh raising the championship trophy after defeating Washington in the National Championship Monday night (Eric Gay)

National Championship Recap

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
January 16, 2024
The new Bulls court used for the NBA In-season Tournament. (NBAE via Getty Images) https://nypost.com/2023/11/03/sports/nba-in-season-tournament-courts-leave-jj-redick-very-confused/

NBA In-Season Tournament

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
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College Gameday Preview: Duke Vs Notre Dame

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023
The 2022 NBA draftees gather together for a picture after discovering who they have been drafted too. (John Minchillo / The Associated Press)

2022 NBA Redraft

Cavan Nicholas, Staff Writer
May 29, 2023
NBA Playoff Preview

NBA Playoff Preview

Cavan Nicholas, Contributing Writer
April 17, 2023
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