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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
Jack Carey

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer

Jack Carey is a sophomore at Hingham High School in his second year of writing for the Harborlight. He enjoys playing soccer, basketball, and baseball at HHS, as well as being involved with school clubs. Jack volunteers with Hingham Little League and SNAP. In his free time, he enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time at the beach with family and friends. Falmouth and Martha’s Vineyard are his favorite summer spots.

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Patriots Quarterback Drake Maye (10) celebrates after completing a pass in the Patriots 33-27 win against the Miami Dolphins.

Patriots Triumph Over Dolphins in Week Two

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
September 21, 2025
Kristian Campbell, named starting second baseman for Red Sox opening day, looks to be a promising addition to the team.

Rising MLB Stars Shock the League With Their Hot Starts to 2025

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
April 28, 2025
Kevin Overton (1) and Darion WIlliams (5) celebrating their overtime sweet sixteen victory against the Arkansas Razorbacks. (Marcio Jose Sanchez).

Elite Eight Teams: Who is a Contender?

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
March 30, 2025
CJ Gardner Johnson (#8) and Jalyx Hunt (#58) celebrate together after their Super Bowl triumph.

Super Bowl Brings Emotion to Fans Around the Country

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
February 17, 2025
Ohio State quarterback Will Howard (18) leading his team to their first national championship in 10 years. (Jacob Kupferman)

College Football Championship Recap

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
January 26, 2025
Patrick Mahomes leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a playoff berth.

NFL Playoffs: Who’s in and who isn’t?

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
December 20, 2024
Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown enjoying a turkey leg after a Thanksgiving day win.

Nation-wide Thanksgiving Traditions

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
November 29, 2024
Riley Leonard, the quarterback of Notre Dame looks to send a ball downfield. (Vincent Carchietta)

Can the Undefeated Army triumph over the Powerhouse Notre Dame?

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
November 27, 2024
Running back Rhamodre Stevenson (38) celebrating with offensive linemen Caden Wallace (70) after a touchdown.

Patriots Season Gets Off To A Shaky Start

Jack Carey, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2024
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