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Confetti falls on a large crowd of people gathered in Times Square in New York City who are celebrating the arrival of the New Year after the Ball has dropped at midnight.
Confetti falls on a large crowd of people gathered in Times Square in New York City who are celebrating the arrival of the New Year after the Ball has dropped at midnight.
Huge turkey and blow up balloons at the start of the Thanksgiving day annual Macy's parade.
Magic of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
A collage with logos of the Hingham Food Pantry, the Acord Food Pantry, Project 351, Project Bread, and No Kid Hungry, organizations involved in the fight against food insecurity
The Fight Against Food Insecurity in Massachusetts
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
A student getting their party hat ready for the new year.
What the New Year Means to the Students of Hingham High School
Ping pong tournament winners Patrick Browne and Owen Packard celebrating their win!
Student Council Hosts its 2025 Annual Ping Pong Tournament!
Shopping on Newbury Street in Boston is a great way to spend holiday free time.
How are Students feeling about Winter Break?
Juniors, Ella O'Neil, Emily Kiernan, Libby Rodgers, and Tessa Grossman participating in Flannel Day! Photo Credits: Katie Whitlock
Students Dress Up for Spirit Day at HHS!
Club founders Teddy Anderson (left) and Jack Germian (right) proudly approach lunch tables to spread awareness of the Hope Club. Photo Creds: Jake Varholak December 17, 2024
Introducing HHS’s Newest Club: “Hope Club”
The Harbormen lining up before their puck drop on Christmas Eve. (Photo: Hunter Gale)
A Tradition: Boys and Girls Hockey vs Weymouth
Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (left) and quarterback Joe Burrow (right) talking during a timeout against the Baltimore Ravens.
5 Best NFL Teams Still Searching For a Playoff Spot
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
From left to right, Dillon Gabriel (Quarterback, Oregon), Travis Hunter (Wide Receiver/ Cornerback, Colorado), Ashton Jeanty (Running Back, Boise State), Cameron Ward (Quarterback, Miami), all finalists for the Heisman posing in front of the trophy.
College Football Heisman Race Winners Announced
Patrick Mahomes leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a playoff berth.
NFL Playoffs: Who’s in and who isn’t?
A well known example of the movie makeover, featuring Mia Thermopolis (The Princess Diaries, Walt Disney Pictures/BrownHouse Productions, 2001).
The Complex Evolution Of The Makeover Trope
Mr. Cincotta leads the wind ensemble every day during G block. Taken by Hank Ader.
HHS Shows Out at SEMMEA Senior District Auditions
A look at the empty HHS auditorium, where the Band and Orchestra will perform in a few weeks.
The New Joint Orchestra and Band Concert: Open to the Community
Persephone (Annie Daly pictured middle) performs “Living It Up on Top” with the rest of the cast in HHS’ performance of “Hadestown” on Saturday.
Hingham Drama Club Presents: “Hadestown”
The Gladiator II Movie poster picturing a bloody Paul Mescal, was released just before the movie on Nov. 22, 2024.
Gladiator II Delivers Action and Excitement
Students at work using the hands on approach in the classroom.
The Ongoing Debate of V.A.R.K. Learning Styles
Taken by Celia McCarthy, a note made in the IOS app is titled 2025 Resolutions.
New Year’s Resolutions: Why They Fall Through and How to Achieve Them
Students often use Google Slides to create in-depth Christmas. (Credit: Caitlin O’Driscoll)
What are Hingham High School Students Asking for This Christmas: The 2024 Sequel
A trimmed Christmas tree, a common way to decorate for the holiday season.
Hingham’s Christmas Light Fight: How Harbormen Decorate for the Holiday Season
The Business Pathway debuted this new logo in their introductory presentation last week. (Taken by Hunter Gale)
HHS Business Pathway Program: The Start of Something New
The television production studio at HHS sits empty between show tapings.
The Recent Absence of Hingham High School’s “The Friday Show” How are Students Feeling?
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
Ethan Warhaftig

Ethan Warhaftig, Managing Editor

Ethan Warhaftig is a junior and a Managing Editor for the Harborlight. He is president and founder of the Jewish Student Union, junior executive of HHS Unity Project, and is also a member of Model UN, Student Council, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Band. He plays tennis year round and starts on the boys varsity team. In his free time, Ethan enjoys playing guitar and piano, watching sports, and spending time outdoors.

All content by Ethan Warhaftig
On Saturday December 7th, nine members of the Hingham High School Model UN Team attended the 19th annual St. John’s Prep Model UN Conference in Danvers, MA

Hingham High School Students Debate at St. John’s Prep Model United Nations Conference

Ethan Warhaftig, Managing Editor
December 9, 2024
The Nova Music Festival in southern Israel was supposed to be a celebration of “Friends, Love, and Freedom”. Instead, it became the site of a merciless massacre and is now a memorial for victims of Oct. 7th, 2023.

Hingham Synagogue Remembers Oct. 7th One Year Later

Ethan Warhaftig, Managing Editor
October 14, 2024
Homecoming was bustling with excited shoppers and students.

A Successful Homecoming Despite the Weather

Ethan Warhaftig, Managing Editor
October 13, 2024
Dr. Buckey stands outside HHS every morning to greet students as they enter the building.

Meet Dr. John Buckey, HHS Interim Principal

Ethan Warhaftig, Managing Editor
September 14, 2024
Seniors Celebrate Prom

Seniors Celebrate Prom

Ethan Warhaftig, Contributing Writer
June 6, 2024
Principal Swanson stands in his office at HHS

Appreciation for Mr. Swanson: A Profound Change-Maker at HHS

Ethan Warhaftig, Contributing Writer
May 27, 2024
Adelia, The Wonder Girl, a second grade student at South Elementary School is courageously battling a brain cancer diagnosis.

HHS Unity Project Organizes First Ever “Adelia Week”

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
April 21, 2024
Nearly Four Hundred Band Students in Grades 5-12 took us “Back to the 80’s” for this year’s All-Town Band Concert. Photo Credit: HMPA

Rockin’ the 80s at Hingham’s All- Town Band Concert

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
March 18, 2024
In the spring of 2024, six new tennis courts at Hingham High School will become part of the athletic complex. Photo Credit: Ethan Warhaftig

Hingham High School Set to Debut Six New Tennis Courts In Spring

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Two Electric Vehicle chargers at the Water St. train station

The Unknown Future of EVs

Ethan Warhaftig, Contributing Writer
February 6, 2024
Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic

1984: 75 Years Old, Yet More Relevant than Ever

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
January 8, 2024
The Hingham High School Wind Ensemble during their concert on Thursday night. Credit: Hingham Music Parents Association

HHS Band Program Produces Another Stellar Performance

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
December 10, 2023
Taken by Ethan Warhaftig

Congregation Sha’aray Shalom as the Latest Victim of Antisemitism

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
November 27, 2023
The empty gymnasium, a more common sighting this year during the school day due to the change to the sophomore gym requirement. Credit: Ethan Warhaftig

Monumental Change to Sophomore Gym Requirement

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
Plant samples from AP Environmental Science in Mr. Hutcheson’s classroom By: Ethan Warhaftig

Environmental Science: Hingham’s Newest AP

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
October 15, 2023
HHS Music Kickoff a Major Success

HHS Music Kickoff a Major Success

Ethan Warhaftig, Staff Writer
September 24, 2023
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