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Confetti falls on a large crowd of people gathered in Times Square in New York City who are celebrating the arrival of the New Year after the Ball has dropped at midnight.
Times Square’s New Year’s Eve Ball Drop: One of the Many Traditions Celebrating the New Year
Huge turkey and blow up balloons at the start of the Thanksgiving day annual Macy's parade.
Magic of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
A collage with logos of the Hingham Food Pantry, the Acord Food Pantry, Project 351, Project Bread, and No Kid Hungry, organizations involved in the fight against food insecurity
The Fight Against Food Insecurity in Massachusetts
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
A student getting their party hat ready for the new year.
What the New Year Means to the Students of Hingham High School
Ping pong tournament winners Patrick Browne and Owen Packard celebrating their win!
Student Council Hosts its 2025 Annual Ping Pong Tournament!
Shopping on Newbury Street in Boston is a great way to spend holiday free time.
How are Students feeling about Winter Break?
Juniors, Ella O'Neil, Emily Kiernan, Libby Rodgers, and Tessa Grossman participating in Flannel Day! Photo Credits: Katie Whitlock
Students Dress Up for Spirit Day at HHS!
Club founders Teddy Anderson (left) and Jack Germian (right) proudly approach lunch tables to spread awareness of the Hope Club. Photo Creds: Jake Varholak December 17, 2024
Introducing HHS’s Newest Club: “Hope Club”
The Harbormen lining up before their puck drop on Christmas Eve. (Photo: Hunter Gale)
A Tradition: Boys and Girls Hockey vs Weymouth
Photo credit: NBA and ESPN
Recapping the Action-Packed NBA Christmas Games
Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (left) and quarterback Joe Burrow (right) talking during a timeout against the Baltimore Ravens.
5 Best NFL Teams Still Searching For a Playoff Spot
Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik steps into a pass against the Stanford Cardinal on September 28, 2024.
What to Expect From the First Round of the College Football Playoffs
From left to right, Dillon Gabriel (Quarterback, Oregon), Travis Hunter (Wide Receiver/ Cornerback, Colorado), Ashton Jeanty (Running Back, Boise State), Cameron Ward (Quarterback, Miami), all finalists for the Heisman posing in front of the trophy.
College Football Heisman Race Winners Announced
A well known example of the movie makeover, featuring Mia Thermopolis (The Princess Diaries, Walt Disney Pictures/BrownHouse Productions, 2001).
The Complex Evolution Of The Makeover Trope
Mr. Cincotta leads the wind ensemble every day during G block. Taken by Hank Ader.
HHS Shows Out at SEMMEA Senior District Auditions
A look at the empty HHS auditorium, where the Band and Orchestra will perform in a few weeks.
The New Joint Orchestra and Band Concert: Open to the Community
Persephone (Annie Daly pictured middle) performs “Living It Up on Top” with the rest of the cast in HHS’ performance of “Hadestown” on Saturday.
Hingham Drama Club Presents: “Hadestown”
The Gladiator II Movie poster picturing a bloody Paul Mescal, was released just before the movie on Nov. 22, 2024.
Gladiator II Delivers Action and Excitement
Students at work using the hands on approach in the classroom.
The Ongoing Debate of V.A.R.K. Learning Styles
Taken by Celia McCarthy, a note made in the IOS app is titled 2025 Resolutions.
New Year’s Resolutions: Why They Fall Through and How to Achieve Them
Students often use Google Slides to create in-depth Christmas. (Credit: Caitlin O’Driscoll)
What are Hingham High School Students Asking for This Christmas: The 2024 Sequel
A trimmed Christmas tree, a common way to decorate for the holiday season.
Hingham’s Christmas Light Fight: How Harbormen Decorate for the Holiday Season
The Business Pathway debuted this new logo in their introductory presentation last week. (Taken by Hunter Gale)
HHS Business Pathway Program: The Start of Something New
Club founders Teddy Anderson (left) and Jack Germian (right) proudly approach lunch tables to spread awareness of the Hope Club. Photo Creds: Jake Varholak December 17, 2024
Introducing HHS’s Newest Club: “Hope Club”
The television production studio at HHS sits empty between show tapings.
The Recent Absence of Hingham High School’s “The Friday Show” How are Students Feeling?
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
Catherine Wilk

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer

Catherine Wilk, a senior, started writing for the Harborlight last year through Ms. Fennelly’s Journalism class. She is an aspiring sports journalist who also enjoys playing sports and listening to music in her free time. She plays ice hockey in the winter as a defenseman for the Hingham Harborwomen; she also participates in golf with the Hingham Girls Golf team in the spring. She is also an active member in the newly founded HHS Animal Rights Club. 

All content by Catherine Wilk
Captain Sidney Crosby poses with the Conn Smythe Trophy and NHL Owner Gary Bettman.

Pittsburgh Penguins win 2015-2016 NHL Stanley Cup

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer
June 19, 2016
Catherine took this picture while she was in Islamorada in the Florida Keys last April break.

Colors in the Sky

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer
May 24, 2016
Hingham High School Chamber Orchestra led by Mrs. Sassano

A Night of Music

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer
May 20, 2016
This picture was taken by Junior Catherine Wilk during her April vacation trip to Washington D.C.

D. C. Tulip

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer
May 17, 2016
Rookie star Connor McDavid lies in pain after an awkward collision into the boards.

A Season to Remember

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer
April 12, 2016
The creators of the Animal Rights Club. From left to right: Sophie Paven, Chloe Williams, Caroline Barry, Gianna Fasoli.

Fighting for the Voiceless

Catherine Wilk, Contributing Writer
April 3, 2016
The US Team celebrated their historic victory.

Miracles do Happen

Catherine Wilk
February 28, 2016
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