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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

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Shining a light on Hingham news

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Jake Bednarski

Jake Bednarski, Managing Editor

Jake Bednarski, a senior at Hingham High, enjoys writing political and sports news. In addition to his work as managing editor, Jake also participates in golf and swimming at HHS. After his career at Hingham High, he would like to pursue a future in History and Education.

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Kobina Johnson is among countless other Brown athletes who have had their sports programs cut and removed from the budget. Photo credit: Kobina Johnson

Op-Ed: Title IX Should Be Amended to Prevent Sports Program Cuts

Jake Bednarski, Managing Editor
April 27, 2021
Junior captain Caroline Connelly puts up 2 of her team leading 13 points in the game.

Girls Basketball Tops Plymouth South In First Round Of Patriot Cup

Jake Bednarski and Mary Kelly Prosky Gilbert
March 16, 2021
Senior Captain Cate Macdonald defined herself as the team's top Breastroker through the past 4 years on the team, leading the team as both a Senior and Junior captain. Macdonald will be studying at the University Of Vermont next year.

Hingham Swim Team Finishes the Season Strong

Jake Bednarski and Mary Kelly Prosky Gilbert
February 9, 2021
The end of 2020 brought the exciting roll out of COVID-19 Vaccines. Former physician and now teacher at Brockton hospital, Dr. James Gilbert, was one of the first healthcare workers to receive the vaccine.

2020 in Review

Sarah Bryden, Keely Jordan, Jake Bednarski, and Mary Kelly Prosky Gilbert
January 19, 2021
Biden's vice presidential nominee Harris shown here responding to Pence's statement.

Harris and Pence Face Off in Vice-Presidential Debate

Jake Bednarski, Managing Editor
October 12, 2020
Although the at-home AP exam and classes, the College Board maintained a structured checklist and schedule. This was backed by an Exam Demo, allowing students to get a taste for the new testing experience and Youtube videos, announcing changes, and reviewing material on several courses.

Online and Shortened: The Story of the Changed AP Exams

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
June 1, 2020
Mike Conley wins the NBA HORSE Tournament. In addition to the NBA's HORSE Tournament, NBA players have taken to streaming video games on gaming platform Twitch, and many have participated in a $100,000 charity NBA2K tournament, won by Suns Point Guard Devin Booker.

HORSE, NBA2K, And More: How The NBA Community Is Staying Connected

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
May 5, 2020
Several citizens of the Indian city of Punjab have noted that the Himalayas are visible from the city for the first time in 30 years. This is due to the reduction in pollution that has accompanied the stay at home orders that have been mandated in many countries all over the world.

Pollution Decreases Globally As a Result of COVID-19 Restrictions

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
April 19, 2020
This image taken from video on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, and provided by the National Transportation Safety Board, shows part of the wreckage of a helicopter crash near Calabasas, Calif. The Sunday, Jan. 26 crash killed former NBA basketball player Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, and seven others.

Sports Communities Commemorate the Life of Kobe Bryant

Jake Bednarski, Sports Columnist
February 7, 2020
Sports Reports 11/6 - Will the Brooklyn Nets be a Good Team this Season?

Sports Reports 11/6 – Will the Brooklyn Nets be a Good Team this Season?

Jake Bednarski, Staff Sports Columnist
November 11, 2019
Penn State holds out the Michigan Wolverines for a 28-21 win on Saturday, 10/19/19. Lamont Wade (safety) leads the team in celebration after a big defensive stop.

10/23 Sports Report

Jake Bednarski, Staff Sports Columnist
October 27, 2019
As the NHL Season begins, Slava Voynov, an LA Kings' defenseman, gets suspended for the entirety of the season for "unacceptable off-ice conduct." He has been accused of domestic violence and has lost his contract with the Kings

Weekly Sports Column: Football Season Update

Jake Bednarski, Staff Sports Columnist
October 13, 2019
Jordan Howard, #24 of the Philadelphia Eagles, runs for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Green Bay Packers in their win on Thursday Night Football. He would have a total of 87 yards and 2 touchdowns

Weekly Sports Column: Game Recaps and Predictions

Jake Bednarski, Staff Sports Columnist
October 6, 2019
Gabriel makes an amazing catch in the corner of the end zone in the win over the Redskins in Week Three.

Weekly Sports Review Column

Jake Bednarski, Staff Sports Columnist
September 29, 2019
Antonio Brown seen here with Head Coach Bill Belichick at the Dolphin's game last Sunday.

Antonio Brown’s Short Run in a Patriots Jersey; Where Will He Go Next?

Jake Bednarski, Staff Sports Columnist
September 22, 2019
Attorney General Barr, pictured here in January, released a summary of the Mueller report on Mar. 24. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Barr Releases Summarized Mueller Report

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
March 31, 2019
Trump and Kim Jong-Un at this week's talks. (AP Photo: Evan Vucci)

Trump Meets with North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
March 3, 2019
Trump announces the deal to reopen the government for three weeks (Olivier Douliery / Getty Images)

The Government Shutdown Comes to an End

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
January 27, 2019
Mueller has a long history in investigation. In this 2013 photo, Mueller delivers a stoic gaze during an FBI ceremony. Photo by Charles Dharapak : AP

Mueller Investigation: What Comes Next

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
December 17, 2018
Former President George HW Bush's state funeral took place on Wednesday, Dec. 5. (Cameron Pollack for NPR).

Remembering George H. W. Bush

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
December 9, 2018
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Representative Ben Ray Lujan (D-MN), DCCC Chairman, celebrate a projected Democratic Party takeover of the House of Representatives during a midterm election night party hosted by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee on November 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. (BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)

Midterm results: what does it mean now that the Democrats have the House?

Jake Bednarski, Contributing Writer
November 18, 2018
Junior Owen O’Brien takes the snap. Most of Hingham’s plays were running plays, many of which going for over ten yards.

Photos from Hingham High’s Homecoming

Jake Bednarski and Will Sutton
October 27, 2018
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