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Photo shows a water fountain in the 200s taped at the front and missing its side triggers, rendering it unusable.
What’s wrong with the water fountains?
Nicholas Rios, Features Editor • April 17, 2026

Students and teachers walk past the water fountains every day throughout HHS; however, no one uses them because of the assumption that they wouldn’t work if they were to try. After all, they’re wrapped in plastic, taped...

Hillsborough Board of Education logo
Longer Spring Break or Summer?
Mariama Luckay, Social Media Manager • March 23, 2026

The Hillsborough Board of Education is responsible for creating a calendar every year. It features important dates for staff and students to have as reference points when deciding if their personal schedules overlap with...

Students walking holding signs around the front of the school.
Ice Walk-Out: The Power of High School Students
Julian Eckhart, Photo Editor • March 17, 2026

Students left class at the Hillsborough High School and filed to the football fields with signs in hand and a marching pace on January 30. Anushka Nair, a senior at HHS, went to the protest. “Seeing the post on Instagram...

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The ubiquitous image of the 67 kid lit up the internet in 2025 to the bafflement of adults.
Six or Seven Students Might Know What I’m Talking About
Blanchard Nicholas, Staff Writer • March 26, 2026

Students and adults alike may have heard this joke with peers, kids, and students at least 41 times. The “67” joke has taken over the world...

Student’s art work is displayed in the HHS art exhibit, showcasing a variety of different mediums all in one hallway.
HHS Winter Art Exhibit: HHS students transform art hallway into winter art gallery
Bhuvana Vasantavada, Features Editor • March 26, 2026

As students and staff begin to step into the art hallway at HHS, they are met with walls, filled with vibrant colors, detailed designs and creative...

“The Mountain” album cover depicts the animated characters of the band Gorillaz reaching the peak of a mountain. Credits to Spotify.
“The Mountain” by Gorillaz: Falling for false hope
Nicholas Rios, Features Editor • March 10, 2026

Without any prior indication, on Sept. 11., Gorillaz released a new single called “The Happy Dictator (featuring Sparks)” on Spotify and...

Dr. Bonita F. Stanton is showcased in Erica Gavzy's portrait.
From classroom to commission: Art teacher paints portrait of distinguished doctor
Heidi Almendinger and Nicholas Rios March 6, 2026

Since her high school years, Ms. Gavzy has been a professional artisan presented a portrait of Bonita F. Stanton, which was commissioned by the...

Senior Judith Quiroz sits on the steps in a stairwell. Quiroz explains how she decided to pursue a career in art and the steps she took to compile her portfolio.
Senior artist Judith Quiroz prepares to take on her future as a digital designer
Katie Roteman, Staff Writer • March 6, 2026

Local Senior at Hillsborough High School, artist Judy Quiroz has been creating art ever since she realized it was what she really wanted to pursue,...

Snow slowly falls near the front entrance of Hillsborough High School, a hint at the mountains of snow that can be foreshadowed to fall in the coming storms.
Winter from the perspective of students
Sophia Bianco, Staff Writer • February 20, 2026

Read along to learn what the winter season had to offer for Hillsborough and HHS student’s most favorable winter aspects based on their votes. Necessities...

Seniors on Boys Hillsborough Varsity lined up with their family, during a short ceremony in honor of Senior Night Feb. 3.
Senior night baskets for the Raiders
Nicholas Rios, Features Editor • March 26, 2026

The boys varsity basketball played a fiery game against Watchung Hills on their home court on Feb. 3. After narrowly winning 60-50 against the Warriors on Jan. 31, the varsity players shared a mutual confidence for this rematch. Head...

The trained performers skillfully spin their flags during their show “Penguins of the World Unite”to the rhythm of the music.
Welcome to Penguin Wonderland
Rachel Corgo, Sports Editor • March 26, 2026

Hillsborough exhibited their thrilling show, “Penguins of the World Unite” on Jan. 31 in the gymnasium with families, friends, coaches and other teams filling the stands. “I'm extremely proud of how far we've come...

Sophomore Layne Pawlowski shoots a basket during the second period with the help of his teammates' defensive wall.
Raiders take the victory against Bridgewater
Christopher Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor • March 6, 2026

Fans enjoyed an exciting game for the Raiders as they went up against the Bridgewater-Raritan Panthers and won 53-35 January 20. Going into this game, Bridgewater seemed a formidable opponent having a 10-3 record. Hillsborough...

Hillsborough and Phillsburg high-fiving one another at the game's conclusion.
Hillsborough wins by a landslide against Phillipsburg
Skylar Haynes, Staff Writer • March 6, 2026

For the Hillsborough boys varsity basketball team their match against the Phillipsburg Stateliners on Jan. 6, ended with a glowing victory. The final score of 81-50 left the Raiders leaving a good mark on their season record....

Junior Mete Ozbas swiftly swims backstroke in the boys 200-yard Individual Medley event.
A senior night victory for the boys and girls swim team
Rachel Corgo, Sports Editor • March 6, 2026

A red and gold hallway filled with posters, streamers and flags honored the swimmers who are part of the Class of 2026. Fans filled the bleachers and even stood shoulder to shoulder alongside the pool desk with glowing smiles...

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Five exclusive Crumbl cookies for the week Feb. 2-7 include the Caramel Shortbread cookie, Dubai Chocolate cookie, Fudge Brownie Football Cookie, Confetti Cake cookie, Cookies and Cream cookie, and Butter Cup Brownie.
Crumbl Review: Pre-Valentine lineup in which Crumbl leaned to a heavily rich, fudge flavor cookie.
Sabrina Santiago-Cruz, Staff Writer • March 26, 2026

Dubai Chocolate Cookie This cookie is filled with dark cocoa base studded with a crunchy, buttery mix of toasted dough and pistachio cream. The crunchy texture enhances...

A promotional poster shows the two main characters Shane Hollander and Illya Rozanoff having a face off in ice hockey.
Heat, Ice, and Love: A Heated Rivalry Review
Esmeralda Lopez, Staff Writer • March 26, 2026

The show that took social media by storm, “Heated Rivalry,” started off as the Game Changers book series by Rachel Reid. The series consists of six books that follow different...

The movie poster for People We Meet On Vacation teased the long-awaited cinematic journey of Poppy and Alex.
Why People We Meet on Vacation is Worth the Trip
Shiza Rafiuddin, Outreach Officer • March 19, 2026

As the new year rolled in, Netflix released a much-needed rom-com with the release of “People We Meet on Vacation.” It was directed by Brett Haley, who also directed “Hearts...

Promotional poster for the TV trilogy: “A Knives Out Mystery,” featuring the actors portraying their roles. Poster from Wikipedia.
“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” review
Corinne Kramer, Staff Writer • March 17, 2026

This movie takes place in upstate New York, where Father Jud becomes a prime suspect after the death of another priest. The plot develops into a murder mystery, all while...

"Don't Be Dumb" album cover
Don’t Be Dumb: ASAP Rocky’s latest studio album
Esmeralda Lopez and Sabrina Santiago-Cruz March 9, 2026

After years of rumors, silence and delays, A$AP Rocky finally stepped back into the studio with “Don't Be Dumb,” an album that is filled with unique beats and is a satisfying...

Rio Quiampang draws Katherine Whitman and Mariam Robleh during Coffee House.
A night with Snoopy: Art and music collide at HHS
Shiza Rafiuddin, Outreach Officer • February 26, 2026

The Hillsborough High School commons were transformed into a warm and cozy area Friday, Dec. 5 for their annual winter Coffee House, bringing together NAHS and Tri-M. This...

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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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