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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

The Harborlight
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Ella Cignetti

Ella Cignetti, Managing Editor

Ella Cignetti is a senior and Managing Editor for the Harborlight. She is a member of National Honor Society, the Mentor Program, and SADD club. She swims year-round, and is team captain of the HHS Varsity Swim & Dive Team. Ella has a passion for medicine and plans to be a doctor in the future. In her free time, she enjoys reading, baking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

All content by Ella Cignetti
Hingham community members decide on important town matters.

Town Meeting Overview: How Students Are Feeling

Ella Cignetti, Junior Editor
May 7, 2025
HHS students are interviewed about their projects.

HHS Students Take on National History Day Regional Championships

Ella Cignetti, Junior Editor
March 23, 2025
HHS Swim and Dive ends their regular season with numerous achievements under their belts.

A Deep Dive Into the Hingham High School Swim and Dive Team

Ella Cignetti and Will Sartor
February 10, 2025
Students at HHS learn positive skills in Freshman Advisory

HHS’s Freshman Advisory Program Brings Comfort to Freshmen

Ella Cignetti, Junior Editor
December 27, 2024
Students at HHS are excited to begin the winter sports season

The Transition From Fall to Winter Sports at HHS

Ella Cignetti, Contributing Writer
November 24, 2024
Being outdoors and exercising can boost mood and energy

The Mental Benefits of Exercise

Ella Cignetti, Junior Editor
October 29, 2024
Caption: Students at HHS adapt to the academic rigor of the school year. Photo Credits: PeopleImages

Top Five Most Useful Back to School Strategies

Ella Cignetti, Junior Editor
September 22, 2024
A Wave Crashes at a High Rate of Speed. (Photo Credits: Lauren Bartels)

Water Safety: How to Stay Safe In the Water This Summer

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
June 3, 2024
Eating the right foods builds brain function and intelligence (Adobe Stock Images)

Top Foods to Improve Brain Health

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
April 7, 2024
Caitlin Clark breaks NCAA record Photo Credits: (Matthew Holst/Getty Images)

Caitlin Clark Makes History

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
March 10, 2024
Kittipong/Adobe Stock

One Pill Kills

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
(Photo Credits: GettyImages/iStockphoto) Caption: Hingham High School Students jump into 2024

New Year’s Resolutions and Student Goals of 2024

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
January 16, 2024
By: Amelia Holowaty Krales. Many students waste their time using screens.

How Do Screens Affect The Lives Of Teens?

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
December 10, 2023
Many students find it difficult to manage their school work (Photo credits: Ella Cignetti)

Balancing Academics and Athletics at Hingham High School

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
November 12, 2023
Photo taken after Wakefield's 200th and final career win in September 2011. (Photo Credit: Yoon S. Byun)

Tim Wakefield Dies at 57

Ella Cignetti, Staff Writer
October 10, 2023
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