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People of all different backgrounds gather in Austin, Texas, to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
A Day Spent Recognizing America’s First People
Cars were left unlocked in a residential area in Hingham
An Inside Look into the Liberty Pole Car Break-Ins
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
Students listen to club executives speak at a Service Club meeting.
Hingham Service Club and Service Award: New Installments at HHS
Mrs. Allen holding her favorite book, "A Tale Of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens.
Getting to Know Mrs. Allen
(left to right) Bo Wilson, Maggie Corey, Abigail Lebretton, Libby Baxter, and Jenna Varholak pose for a picture at the 2025 homecoming dance.
Dancing the Night Away at HHS Homecoming
The red team took the win in the first ever Harborbowl by a score of 7-0.
  The First Ever Harborbowl Kicks Off With Success! 
ChatGP is one of the most commonly used language models.
Should Artificial Intelligence Be Allowed in Schools?
The American League's top MVP frontrunners Aaron Judge (left) and Cal Raleigh (right).
The MLB American League MVP Race
Malik Nabers suffers an ACL injury in the Week Four Giants vs Chargers game.
ACL Injuries: A Common Affliction Among Athletes
The red team took the win in the first ever Harborbowl by a score of 7-0.
  The First Ever Harborbowl Kicks Off With Success! 
The football team gathers in front of Head Coach TJ Byrne after beating West Springfield 26-7.
Hingham Football is Ready for Their Exciting Homecoming Matchup
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Daquan Jones (92) tries to force the sack on New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10), but Maye is able to complete the pass.
Patriots and Bills Face Off Leads To Unexpected Outcome
Electronic Arts logo and graphic.
Shocking Electronic Arts Buyout
Taylor Swift films her music video, “The Fate of Ophelia.”
Singer-Songwriter Taylor Swift Releases Newest Album “The Life of a Showgirl”
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
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
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
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

The Harborlight
Shining a light on Hingham news

The Harborlight
William Vanderweil

William Vanderweil, Contributing Writer

William is in 10th grade and has been on the paper for a year. He is in the band, the Latin Club, and the GCP. He also enjoys participating on the crew team. A fun fact about him is that he is left-handed. For fun, he enjoys shooting hoops outside of school.

All content by William Vanderweil
Mr. E-Show often goes above in beyond in his school photos, as seen here from 2023

Meeting Mr. E-Show: A Staple of the Hingham High School Community

William Vanderweil, Contributing Writer
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A homework folder overflows with papers

Homework or Free Time? How Students at HHS Are Feeling

William Vanderweil, Contributing Writer
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