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A fire engine rolls through the Boston St. Patrick's Day parade while families and friends cheer on the sidelines.
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day: Three Festive Ideas
Bostonians celebrated along the sidelines of the annual South Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade. https://www.patriotledger.com/story/lifestyle/things-to-do/2026/03/07/boston-st-patricks-day-parade-2026-time-route-rules/89015273007/
Here and there-How the World Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
On Monday morning, February 23, students awoke to Hingham blanketed in multiple inches of snow, before the storm had even stopped. This was our second big dumping of snow in the past month.
The Science Behind Our Snowfalls
Claude, owned by Anthropic, now must seek a new direction after its deal fell out with the US government.
Balancing Innovation and Accountability: The Recent Ethical Challenges of AI in Government
Kat Abughazelah, a young democratic candidate for Illinois’ 9th Congressional district in the 2026 midterm, protests ICE.
Are Younger Politicians Finally Getting a Place in Government?
At Tuesday’s concert, students had the option to dress up as a favorite movie character.
All-Town 2026: Another Astonishing Concert from the Hingham Band Program
Students walk the halls in between blocks at Hingham High School,
Passing the Baton: Seniors Share Tips and Tricks to Freshmen
Atomic Habits by James Clear, Red Rising by Pierce Brown, and The Midnight Library by Matt Haig are three popular book recommendations today.
Book Recommendations to Fill Your Free Time
A photo of children performing traditional Irish dances.
What the History of St. Patrick’s day is about.
(left to right) Emily Kiernan, Arianna Sood, and Abby Mercer participate at the Dumplingfest.
GCP’s “Dumplingfest” Celebrates Culture and Different Cuisine
Quinn Allen (#27) Celebrates an early first period goal alongside teammates #20 Nick Bigelow, #17 Sean Caroll, and #9 Cam McKenna.
Final Four Finish Caps Remarkable Season For Harbormen Hockey
Maryland’s Derik Queen celebrates a buzzer-beater victory alongside teammates during the tournament in 2025.
March Madness: Why We Can’t Escape Its Spark
An empty indoor putting simulator awaits use.
Teeing Up for Success: Hingham Golf Prepares for a Winning Season
An indoor putting simulator alllows snowed in golfers to practice their swing before the spring season begins.
Teeing Up Success: Hingham Golf Prepares for a Winning Season
Senior Ryan Laronde skates the puck into the opposing team's area.
Final Four: A Bittersweet Ending to an Unforgettable Season
A scene from “Wuthering Heights” of Heathcliff (played by Jacob Elordi) and Cathy (played by Margot Robbie) in Thrushcross Grange.
The Controversial Recreation of Wuthering Heights: Is it Truly Worth the Watch?
Bruno Mars’ new album was released on February 27th; Pictured to the left is the album cover of The Romantic.
Bruno Mars Returns with “The Romantic”
Guitarist and composer Pat Metheny continues to find ways to keep his music fresh.
Pat Metheny’s “Side-Eye III+”: Connecting the Past, Present, and Future
Timothee Chalamet holds up his table tennis paddle as Marty Mauser.
Marty Supreme is a Cinematic Blast: Why You Should Watch the New Movie
The set was designed by Tag Tomlinson and features artificial weathering and sand to give it a beachy, lived-in feel.
HHS Drama Club Puts on Mr. Flannery’s Ocean for Festie
Noah Kahan posing for a photo.
Noah Kahan Announces His New Album The Great Divide
Tom Brady and Jennifer Lawrence look into the Dunkin’ store during the ‘Good Will Dunkin’ advertisement in Super Bowl LX.
Super Bowl LX Commercials: A Letdown?
Morgan Childs drew a heart to represent Valentine's Day.
Saint Valentine and His Special Day
Bloom Energy's Headquarters located in Silicon Valley
Has this Energy Company just Solved the AI Energy Crisis?
The current Hingham High School, which has been in use since the 2003-04 school year, uses a static drop schedule with six out of seven classes meeting each day.
Why the HHS Schedule Needs to Change
Once colleges get a person’s address, students will often open a mailbox to find many advertising pieces of mail from them.
Tips for Surviving the College Search
Skippermen seniors Johnny Appleton, Lila Johnson, Ella Cignetti, and Emma Izmirlic preparing for their final race together.
Caps Off to the Seniors: Skippermen Wish their Seniors Smooth Sailing
Foster Elementary School’s rooftop solar panels convert sunlight into usable energy for its building.
Foster Elementary School Goes Green with New Solar Panels
The playbill for the HHS production of The Drowsy Chaperone is pictured in front of the stage before opening night on Thursday (11/20/25) at Hingham Middle School.
Hingham High School Drama Presents: The Drowsy Chaperone
Mr. George, repping his Bruins gear for Jersey Day, poses at his desk in front of the tiger poster.
Teaching With Purpose: Mr. George’s Impact on Room 270
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