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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

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Shining a light on Hingham news

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All content by Joshua Ross
The Harbormaster flexes in front of a packed Hingham community in its first appearance of the year!

[Photo] The Harbormaster Mascot is Docked in Hingham and is Here to Stay 

Jake Varholak, Contributing Writer
September 28, 2025
The Hingham boys cross country team flies off the starting line against Whitman-Hanson.

[Photo] Hingham’s Cross Country Teams Take on Whitman-Hanson

Samantha Jesson, Contributing Writer
September 21, 2025
Led by Coach Jordan Lay (L), the Girls Volleyball Team–featuring players Reese Barnes, Elise Fickes, Meghan Koenen, Taylor Ferrante, Lyla McGuire, Zoe Schulze, Emma Kelley, Olivia Carleton, Piper Grimm, Abby Kracunas, Hadley Veysey, Allie Banks, and Liana Melgoza–showcase talent, teamwork, and dedication on and off the court.

[Photo] Girls Volleyball Falls Just Short in a Close Game Against Milton

Julie Jacobus, Contributing Writer
September 17, 2025
Graduates of the Class of 2024 throw their graduation caps in celebration.

[Photo] Hingham High Says Goodbye to the Class of 2025

McKenzie Patterson, Contributing Writer
May 25, 2025
The Boys’ Volleyball team, coached by Mr. Nugent, has completed its second season as a sport offered at HHS.

[Photo] Hingham Boys Volleyball: A Promising Second Season

Henry Ader, Contributing Writer
May 25, 2025
The Hingham-Hull gymnastics team just broke the Hingham High School record for team points 2 weeks ago.

[Photo] Hingham-Hull Gymnastics Team Has Best Season in Years.

Abigail Zimmerman, Contributing Writer
February 9, 2025
The Varsity Hingham Girls basketball team got a once in a lifetime opportunity on January 11 to play at TD Garden

[Photo] Hingham Girls Basketball Takes the Court at TD Garden

Abigail Zimmerman, Contributing Writer
January 13, 2025
Freshman Nolan McManus makes a play in his first season of soccer

[Photo] Hingham High School Wraps Up Term One

Paige McManus, Contributing Writer
November 24, 2024
Runners starting the Hingham Turkey Trot

[Photo] Celebrating Different Thanksgiving Traditions Around Hingham

Brigid Kiernan, Contributing Writer
November 24, 2024
Turkey leading almost 1,900 runners at beginning of 2023 Turkey Trot Race

[Photo] Annual Hingham Turkey Trot is Coming Up!

Abigail Zimmerman, Contributing Writer
November 9, 2024
Members of the Unified Basketball Team on Monday, October 21st during senior night.

[Photo] Unified Basketball 2024 Senior Night

Paige McManus, Contributing Writer
October 29, 2024
Picture of the Seniors, Lauren Howard, Becca Kardoos, Siena Brackett, and Haylen Wilson and their parents at the senior night Field Hockey game.

[Photo] Hingham Field Hockey Senior Night Game

Brigid Kiernan, Contributing Writer
November 7, 2024
Photo of coach April Tremente

[Photo] New Coach Brings Good Results

Hunter Gale, Contributing Writer
September 22, 2024
A group of senior boys sit on steps eating lunch during HHS’ annual field day.

[Photo] Class of 2024 Students Spend Their Last Day at Hingham High School

Andrew Healey, Staff Writer
May 27, 2024
Veronica Ruth plays singles for the first time during the season and fought hard.

[Photo] Hingham Defeats North Quincy 4-1

Katie Whitlock, Staff Writer
May 5, 2024
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[Photo] Harborwomen Hockey: A Battle Against Plymouth

Caitlín O’Driscoll, Contributing Writer
February 6, 2024
The full team photo of the girl's Hingham Field Hockey team, and varsity coaches.

[Photo] Breaking Records: A Recap on The Hingham Field Hockey Season

Katie Whitlock, Contributing Writer
November 19, 2023
Senior Joey Prestia follows with mother and father.

Finally, Senior Andrew Teague is pictured at center field with his Brothers and Mother, standing proudly in the memory of their father.

[Photo] Boys Soccer Celebrates Their Annual Senior Night, Honoring the Life of Justin Teague

November 1, 2020
Senior Brendan Power with mother and father.

Then, Goalie, Senior Trent Hesselman takes the center field with mother and father.

Senior Cole Laping follows with mother and father.

Senior William Fetsko with mother and father.

Senior Paul Forbes with mother and father.

Senior Josh Dargis follows with mother and father.

First, Senior Brendan Costello takes the center field with mother and father.

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