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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump
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The Nova Music Festival in southern Israel was supposed to be a celebration of “Friends, Love, and Freedom”. Instead, it became the site of a merciless massacre and is now a memorial for victims of Oct. 7th, 2023.
Hingham Synagogue Remembers Oct. 7th One Year Later
Homecoming was bustling with excited shoppers and students.
A Successful Homecoming Despite the Weather
The Artificial Intelligence Meta AI by Instagram is showcased as an example of innovations in AI.
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Vice Presidential candidates Senator J.D Vance and Governor Tim Walz greet each other prior to their debate hosted by CBS on October 1st.
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Photo of Hingham High School Close Lot Parking Lot on Saturday, October 26.
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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
Roughly half of the Jazz Band practicing at school. Taken by Aidan Mannion
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Sean Finamore ’22 (left) and Xaviera Zime ’22 review their notes together during a lecture in the Harvard Science Center.
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Senior students posing in library where Monday meetings of Homework Club takes place.
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The boys and girls Hingham crew team, now state champions posing with their trophies and medals at MPSRA.
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The cross country boys captains of HHS. Taken by Tucker Fortin.
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Members of the Unified Basketball Team on Monday, October 21st during senior night.
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Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen and catcher Will Smith celebrate the final out of game six of the NLCS (AP Photo/Julio Cortez).
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Members of the Hingham field hockey team spend time together after their game.
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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.
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Photo by Hunter Abrams depicting Ralph Lauren Runway walk during New York Fashion Week
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Mr. Cincotta teaching Hingham students taken by Hank Ader
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The album cover for Billie Eilish's Hit Me Hard and Soft"
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The group of students who modeled for the fashion show
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Being outdoors and exercising can boost mood and energy
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Three skillfully carved pumpkins are displayed illuminated by candles lit within.
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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
Performers from the Native American Hoop Dance of Ballet Arizona dancing at a celebration for Indigenous People’s Day (Ross D. Franklin).
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Photo of fans honoring Welles Crowther during the first half of the Boston College game.
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Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
Rachel Jensen

Rachel Jensen, Editor-in-Chief

Editor-in-Chief Rachel Jensen is a senior who joined The Harborlight during her freshman year and became a full-time staff writer. She is also on the field hockey and tennis teams and is a Model UN member.

All content by Rachel Jensen
Senior Ben Bochman was eliminated from Assassin on his way to Senior Chamber Orchestra last year.

The Class of 2017 Begins Senior Assassin

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
May 2, 2017
A photo of Dr. Girouard McCann not unlike the one displayed on Mr. Kirkcaldy's desk.

Dr. Girouard McCann Fosters Positive Environment for Faculty at HHS

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
April 5, 2017
Adele performs tribute to George Michael.

The 59th Annual Grammy Awards Dominated By Adele and Beyoncé

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
February 19, 2017
Fort Lauderdale Shooting

Fort Lauderdale Shooting

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
January 16, 2017
Movie poster for Collateral Beauty.

Collateral Beauty: An Honest Look at Grief During the Holidays

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
December 18, 2016
The Spicy Girls lip sync to Wannabe.

[Photo] HHS Student Council Holds Annual Lip Sync

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
November 6, 2016
Seniors Emily Clark, John Joyce, and Lucy Collins enjoy their last Homecoming Dance. Photo by Rachel Jensen

HHS Homecoming Dance Filled With Hingham Spirit

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
October 18, 2016
HHS Kicks Off the College Application Process

HHS Kicks Off the College Application Process

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
September 25, 2016
Image from CBS Local

A Summer That Broke Records

Rachel Jensen, Editor-In-Chief
September 7, 2016
Madame Keyes is retiring at the end of this school year.

Hingham High Says Au Revoir to Madame Keyes

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
June 12, 2016
Mr. Swanson presents a student with their award in front of the packed auditorium.

[Photo] A Class to Remember

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
June 4, 2016
Mozart: A Celebration of Genius Showcases Student Talent

Mozart: A Celebration of Genius Showcases Student Talent

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
May 22, 2016
Hingham Robotics Has Successful Season

Hingham Robotics Has Successful Season

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
April 12, 2016
Hingham High Students Attend National History Day Competition

Hingham High Students Attend National History Day Competition

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
March 20, 2016

Hingham High Students Attend National History Day Competition

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
March 20, 2016
Daffodil Days: Raising Money and Raising Hope

Daffodil Days: Raising Money and Raising Hope

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
February 22, 2016
Hingham Mourns loss of Christopher Orlando in Marine Crash

Hingham Mourns loss of Christopher Orlando in Marine Crash

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
January 24, 2016
"Joy" Makes Audiences Joyful

“Joy” Makes Audiences Joyful

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
January 17, 2016
Holiday Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Holiday Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
December 20, 2015
Hour of Code

Hour of Code

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
December 13, 2015
Bombings in Beirut

Bombings in Beirut

Rachel Jensen, Junior Editor
November 22, 2015
A new version of the SAT will be used this year.

PSAT 2.0: New Date, New Test

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
October 18, 2015
New Teacher Profile: Ms Pound

New Teacher Profile: Ms. Pound

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September 25, 2015
Angela White, Rose McDonald, and Renee Noordzij begin to tackle the piles of homework assigned to them.

The End is Near:  A Look at Finals Week

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
June 14, 2015
Artwork Missing from the Boston Public Library

Artwork Missing from the Boston Public Library

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
May 30, 2015
American Pharoah Wins Kentucky Derby

American Pharoah Wins Kentucky Derby

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
May 8, 2015
Hillary Clinton Announces Presidential Bid

Hillary Clinton Announces Presidential Bid

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
April 18, 2015
Boko Haram Pledges Allegiance to ISIS

Boko Haram Pledges Allegiance to ISIS

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
March 14, 2015
ISIS Releases Video of Beheadings

ISIS Releases Video of Beheadings

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
February 28, 2015
Move Poster for "The Imitation Game," starring Benedict Cumberbatch.

The Imitation Game: Review

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
February 2, 2015
Australian Hostage Crisis

Australian Hostage Crisis

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
December 20, 2014
Germany Commemorates Fall of the Berlin Wall

Germany Commemorates Fall of the Berlin Wall

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
November 14, 2014
Should Columbus Day be a Holiday?

Should Columbus Day be a Holiday?

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Writer
October 18, 2014
Photo Courtesy of ESPN

Atlanta Hawks Owner Selling Team After Racially Insensitive Remarks

Rachel Jensen, Senior Staff Contributor
September 12, 2014
Rampage in Isla Vista

Rampage in Isla Vista

Rachel Jensen, Contributing Writer
June 19, 2014
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