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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

The Harborlight
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Meryl Goodwin

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer

Junior Meryl Goodwin joins the Harborlight this year. Along with writing, she enjoys film making and editing video. She is also a part of Amnesty International and plays soccer outside of school.

All content by Meryl Goodwin
Philosophers have puzzled over the Trolley Problem for decades, and even today it continues to inspire fresh debate.

Letter to the Editors: Why You Might Be Wrong About the Trolley Problem

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer
January 25, 2021
Almost every doorway along Main Street had a wreath displayed. Simple, but none the less, beautiful, and a great show of Christmas spirit.

Hingham Decorates for the Holidays: A Photo Essay

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer
December 20, 2020
Former Vice President Joe Biden and senator Kamala Harris will be inaugurated into office this January.

What Happened During Election Week: a Day-by-Day Breakdown

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2020
This Map places Hingham in a higher risk territory within Massachusetts. We're within the range of 4-8 cases per 100k.

Our First Positive Case: What Does This Mean?

Meryl Goodwin, Staff
October 12, 2020
#MeToo founder Tarana Burke, Women's March co-chair Tamika D. Mallory and Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors talk about how their movements have impacted millions on ABC News.

“See You Next Decade!”

Meryl Goodwin
December 31, 2019
Veterans Club provided breakfast, then gave wonderful speeches expressing their thankfulness to our veterans.

The Veterans Appreciation Club Helps Hingham Celebrates Veterans Day

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer
November 24, 2019
Maddie McCoy's friends from Plymouth River Elementary School and players from her team on Galway Rovers gathered to sing the national anthem at the start of each game.

HHS Soccer Teams Raise $50,000 for Maddie’s Promise

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer
October 13, 2019
Blake Murphy scores the first goal of the game.

n the stands is a sea of purple clothing as families from surrounding towns showed up to donate and show support for Maddie's cause.

Matthew Ahern wearing the purple jersey with Maddie's name, along with the rest of the team, to show support for the cause

Vape shops are popping up more and more, and their target demographic is teens, as they do sell products with flavors and scents that would appeal to that age.

Massachusetts’ First Reported Vaping Death Sparks Prevention Efforts

Meryl Goodwin, Contributing Writer
October 13, 2019
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