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Students place their phones in numbered pouches during class time.
Student cell phones docked during class
Sanjith Gnanajothi and Jaslyn Londono October 15, 2024

To enhance focus and promote genuine interactions in the classroom, Hillsborough High School has introduced a new cell phone policy this school year. Principal Mr. Jeffrey DiLollo announced the change, which has sparked discussions...

Pressed together, Hillsborough students attempt to navigate the crowded hallways during passing time.
Hallway closure causes congestion
Alexis Varneckas, Sports Editor • October 14, 2024

Massive numbers of students flood in the same direction, pressed between narrow hallways, inching forward, as the five minutes of passing time tick away.   Due to a change in school policy, the outdoor hallway between...

Summer Volunteering: The Summer of Service
Omika Savant, Staff writer • March 29, 2023

This year, the Hillsborough Department of Special Services lends a helping hand to students aged 14 and up by offering volunteering services during summer. The program, called ESY (Extended School Year), is for students in...

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Freshman Cami Miller headbutts the ball to her teammate to get it away from rival Panthers players.
Hillsborough High School Girls JV Soccer Team comes up short against Bridgewater-Raritan
Isabella Blanco, Staff • October 15, 2024

With hard throw-ins, fierce defensive plays, and intense headers, the JV Girls soccer team fought off Bridgewater during a tough 0-4 loss at the September 18 matchup.  Coach Katina DeKranis said, “It was a tough loss....

The team huddles together after a set
Freshman Girls Volleyball starts their season
Lara Reilly, Staff writer • October 11, 2024

The net stretches tight between the two sides of the court. The players dive for digs and time their jumps for blocks. With every quick step, their sneakers squeak. Shouts of encouragement and commands are blended with the...

Senior Offensive Linemen Joseph Battoglia prepares for a warm up drill by getting set in his position.
Hillsborough Raiders obliterate Sayreville Bombers 35-0 during blackout game
Rithvik Hari, News Editor • October 11, 2024

As the marching band played the Raiders’ fight song, the dance and cheerleading teams shook their pom poms and chanted, and Boro fans tossed baby powder into the air, Raiders Varsity Football in red, gold, and black uniforms...

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Tom Malinowski, former NJ-07 Congressional district representative.
Tom Malinowski Approaches End of Four Year Term
Hailey Desai, Staff writer • February 8, 2023

NJ- District 7 Representative Tom Malinoski is approaching the end of his four year term in Congress at the beginning of the new year. This November, Malinowski went against former New Jersey General Assemblyman...

Author Joan Didion at the Brooklyn Book Festival in 2008.
The Death of Joan Didion: A Brief Summary of Life and Legacy
Jenna Caruso, Staff Writer • January 19, 2022

Just before the start of the new year, American writer Joan Didion passed away at the age of 87. Born in Sacramento, California, in 1935, she later attended the University of California, Berkeley, where...

John Madden in 2007.
John Madden, an Iconic Football Coach and Broadcaster Passes Away
Brandon Renaud, Staff Writer • January 16, 2022

Former iconic NFL head coach and broadcaster John Madden died on December 28th of 2021 at his home in Pleasanton, California at the age of 85 years old. Madden was a legendary head coach for the Oakland...

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Spotlight: Aimee Thomson
Meet the heart of Hillsborough sports: athletic trainers making a difference
HHS’s Christine Cilio journeys beyond the classroom
HHS Principal reflects on time with Raiders
From Drums to Directing: An Interview with Reilly McHugh, Director of “Tangerine Drum Machine”

From Drums to Directing: An Interview with Reilly McHugh, Director of “Tangerine Drum Machine”

March 8, 2023

This past month, Montclair State University (MSU) senior and HHS alum Reilly McHugh directed her senior...

Garba Hits the Boro Earlier Than Usual

Garba Hits the Boro Earlier Than Usual

November 2, 2022

Fall has finally arrived, and so has Garba season! Its time to bring back some traditional Gujarati dances...

Grace Toth Commits to Rutgers

Grace Toth Commits to Rutgers

February 16, 2022

This October, Junior Grace Toth committed to Rutgers University to play women’s lacrosse. As many know,...

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The Fabelmans, the newest Steven Spielberg film, was released into theaters on Nov. 11, 2022.
The Fabelmans: The Next Steven Spielberg Classic
Charlotte Bruchey, Staff Writer • February 15, 2023

In the loosely based story of his life, director Steven Spielberg brings in a wide range of cast members. Seasoned actors Michelle Williams and Paul Dano star alongside newcomer...

Wednesday began streaming for viewers on Netflix on Nov. 23, 2022.
"Wednesday" Season 1 Breaks Netflix Records
Kiara Jones, Staff Writer • February 8, 2023

Wednesday, the latest Tim Burton show has broken various records within the Netflix film industry. During its debut week, the series was viewed for 341.23M hours, putting...

Blank Panther: Wakanda Forever was released in theaters Nov. 11 2022, breaking box office records.
“Wakanda Forever” Serves as a Glorious Tribute to the Late Black Panther
Carolina Giordano, Staff writer • February 8, 2023

On Nov. 11 2022, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was released to the public by Marvel Studios. This film acts as the sequel to Marvel's Black Panther, which was released in...

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Letter to the editor
Sean Cavanaugh, Junior • April 9, 2018

Dear editor, Students know that the amount of quizzes and tests that happen in the same day is stressful for them the night before when studying. This can happen at any time...

Kneel
Jillian Cuzzolino October 3, 2017

Dear Editor: Kneel. When a military member passes, the flag is taken off their casket, folded 13 times, and given to the family. This ritual is performed by a service...

Jeff Cowen and Elena Wei November 25, 2015

Dear Editor: The Voice's Alex Cole recently wrote an article, "Why America Should not Take in Syrian Refugees", advocating for the US to halt its acceptance of Syrian and...

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