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Mark your calendars for the best Holiday event of the year. Graphic provided by Hingham Holiday Fair website.
Shop at Hingham High’s Holiday Fair this Weekend
(Above) The U.S. Capitol is the home to the legislative branch of the United States government, where both houses of congress, the House of Representatives, and Senate meet to determine the nation's laws. After the elections, the capitol is now home to both houses of congress which have a Republican majority.
The Key Races that Decided the House Majority
HHS Band musicians, conducted by Mr. Cincotta, performing “American Heritage”
Hingham Residents Honor our Veterans
Turkey leading almost 1,900 runners at beginning of 2023 Turkey Trot Race
Annual Hingham Turkey Trot is Coming Up!
Massachusetts voters casting their votes at ballots in 2022.
Election Day Offers an Important Tradition, a Civic Duty, and a Break for Students
This year at HHS, more and more teachers have implemented a phone ban with phone pockets in the classroom like those pictured here.
Phone Bans at HHS: A Necessary Evil?
The switch to online testing. The new app used to take the ACT and SAT.
Standardized Testing: How Juniors are Feeling
There are many Yom Kippur flyers found throughout the school which are created by the Jewish Student Union.
Yom Kippur: A Time to Reflect, Connect, and Renew
Photo of Hingham High School Close Lot Parking Lot on Saturday, October 26.
Student Perspectives Regarding the HHS Parking Situation
The demolition of Hingham’s old concession stand as it prepares to become to foundation for “The Dock Project”
Student Excitement Surrounds The Dock Project
The Hingham boys’ team crowds at the center of the pitch after their 2-0 win against Minnechaug, propelling them to the Final 4.
Final 4 Frenzy: An Inside View of the Soccer and Field Hockey Playoff Runs
Austin Gentle getting ready to snap the football.
Crimson Earning their Elite Status So Far this Season
The Boston Celtics celebrate their 18th championship and hang the banner prior to the opening game against the Knicks.
Tatum Leads Celtics to a Hot Start this Season
Captain, Ryan Hallisy, takes an amazing hit after Malden Catholic hits it out
Hingham Girls Field Hockey Strikes Again
The Hingham Boys gathered in their pregame huddle before the kickoff against Nashoba.
Boys Soccer Hits the Ground Running in the MIAA Playoffs
(Above) The 1975 Saturday Night Live cast, as portrayed in ‘Saturday Night’ (Photo Credit: Hopper Stone)
Comedy is Brilliant Chaos in ‘Saturday Night’!
Album cover of the album “Chromakopia” by Tyler the Creator
“Chromakopia” by Tyler the Creator: A Track-by-Track Breakdown
HHS band students, conducted by Mr. Cincotta playing the national anthem in the HHS stands at the recent neon Hingham vs. Plymouth North home game on Oct 4, 2024.
The Return and Significance of Hingham High’s Pep Band
Photo by Hunter Abrams depicting Ralph Lauren Runway walk during New York Fashion Week
From New York City Runways to Hingham High School Hallways: New York Fashion Week September 2024
Mr. Cincotta teaching Hingham students taken by Hank Ader
Hingham Bands: Building a Culture
The most popular music streaming service in the world, Spotify. (Veronica Webb)
Is Spotify Ruining How We Listen To Music?
A clock being turned forward on the first Daylight Savings Time in 1918 by Senator Charles Higgins. (George W. Harris).
The Origin of Daylight Savings Time
This year at HHS, more and more teachers have implemented a phone ban with phone pockets in the classroom like those pictured here.
Phone Bans at HHS: A Necessary Evil?
A look at the front of Town Hall, the building that houses the Recreation Department, where many freshmen have already completed their service requirements.
The New Community Service Requirement for Freshmen
Being outdoors and exercising can boost mood and energy
The Mental Benefits of Exercise
HHS band students, conducted by Mr. Cincotta playing the national anthem in the HHS stands at the recent neon Hingham vs. Plymouth North home game on Oct 4, 2024.
The Return and Significance of Hingham High’s Pep Band
Photo of fans honoring Welles Crowther during the first half of the Boston College game.
The Boston College “For Welles” Red Bandanna Game
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Chris Carr

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer

Chris Carr is currently a senior at Hingham High School and began writing for the Harborlight in sophomore year. Outside of school, he enjoys hanging out with his friends and playing, watching, and writing about sports. When he is older, Chris would like to pursue a career in sports broadcasting.

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Hingham celebrates its first goal of the night versus Catholic Memorial during a 3-1

A Thrilling Week in Hingham High School Athletics

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2023
Quarterback Mac Jones talks with Offensive Coordinator Matt Patricia and Bill Bellicheck during a timeout.

New England Patriots Offseason Preview

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
January 24, 2023
Patriots linebacker Raekwon McMillan celebrates a fumble recovery after stripping Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and taking it into the end zone for a touchdown.

Patriots Strengthen Playoff Chances, Earn Key Victory in Primetime

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
December 19, 2022
Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Kenneth Walker III celebrating his first carer touchdown run against the New Orleans Saints.

Midseason Fantasy Football Awards

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
November 9, 2022
Senior Tight End Cam Dobson making an incredible leaping grab in the first quarter over a Whitman-Hanson defender.

Hingham Football Off to a Sizzling Hot Start: Latest Victory Against Whitman-Hanson

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
October 10, 2022
Two of the top NBA draft prospects, Duke's Paolo Banchero and Gonzaga's Chet Holmgren, square off in a highly-anticipated early-season matchup between the Blue Devils and the Bulldogs on November 26th, 2021 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

NBA Mock Draft

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
June 10, 2022
Here is the newest Detroit Lion, Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson, and his reaction after being taken with the second overall pick in last week's NFL draft in Las Vegas.

Grading the Top Picks of the 2022 NFL Draft

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
May 11, 2022
Red Sox starters Chris Sale and Nathan Eovaldi warm up their arms during a spring training workout in Jetblue Park located in Fort Myers, Florida.

Boston Red Sox Season Preview

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
April 10, 2022
A preview of the two teams facing off in this years super bowl as the Los Angeles Rams prepare to play host to the visiting Cincinnati Bengals.

NFL Super Bowl Preview and Championship Week Recap

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
February 11, 2022
Hingham receivers Henry Crean and Nick O'Connor celebrate the first score of many in their victory over Scituate while in the end zone.

Hingham Football earns Thanksgiving day victory over rival Scituate

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
December 4, 2021
Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts celebrates a three-run home run with teammate Hunter Renfroe en route to a 9-3 victory against the Baltimore Orioles.

Red Sox Continue to Push for the Playoffs Despite Recent Struggles

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
October 3, 2021
Here is a look at a fan yawning while in attendance of 3 hour and 28-minute long game that featured a 1-0 win by the Tampa Bay Rays over the New York Yankees.

How to Improve Major League Baseball and Enhance Fan Experience

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
June 6, 2021
Here is a look at the newest Chicago Bears quarterback, Justin Fields from Ohio State, who the Bears traded up to select with the 11th pick of the first round.

Winner and Losers of the 2021 NFL Draft

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
May 12, 2021
Flying high, the 15-seeded Oral Roberts Golden Eagles celebrate an upset victory over the 2-seeded Ohio State Buckeyes.

A Look Back at the Highlights of March Madness

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
March 29, 2021
Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry (86) and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick speak at midfield after an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass.

An Eventful Start to the Patriots’ Offseason

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
March 21, 2021
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum of the Celtics talk during a game against the Houston Rockets.

Will a Midseason Break Help the Struggling Boston Celtics?

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
March 1, 2021
Alabama coach Nick Saban celebrating his 7th National Championship victory with his players following their 52-24 win versus Ohio State.

Familiar Champion in a Season of Surprises

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
January 19, 2021
A disappointed Cam Newton after a week 7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Patriots Fans Are Unhappy after First Missed Playoff Since 2008

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
January 2, 2021
Denver Broncos quarterback Kendall Hinton (2) throws against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Denver.

The Aftermath of This Week’s NFL Coronavirus Disaster

Chris Carr, Contributing Writer
December 8, 2020
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