The Hibernian Independent
Read The Hibernian Independent to keep up with popular topics and current controversies in Portland, Ireland and Irish America.
Samhain - Why do the Irish put coins in the food?
Oíche Shamhna faoi mhaise is how you say Happy Halloween in Irish Gaelic, says the transition service. We’ll stick with Happy Samhain (sow-in). In this week’s PDX HI: The death of Donal Lunny, the coming of the Tannahill Weavers, the return of the Spirit of Ireland Book Night and more.
The Irish Picnic is part of our history here
In the latest issue of th PDX Hibernian Independent, another look at the long-running tradition of the Irish Picnic. The Irish of Portland started these Summer celebrations more than 150 years ago. And haven’t stopped.
Molly Bloom’s June swoon
This week’s PDX Hibernian Independent features the long-forgotten story of how the political reign of the Ku Klux Klan came crashing down in Oregon. Klan-connected Multnomah County Commissioners got caught trying to cash in. PLUS Bloomsday is coming to Kells Restaurant.
Rory McIlroy - A new book and a shot at back-to back Masters titles
The 85th anniversary of the Bombing of Belfast by Germany in World War Two is upon us. How an Irish songstress saved many lives. Can Rory McElroy repeat at Augusta? Only thee other golfers have won back-to-back Masters. PLUS other stories in the latest PDX Hibernian Independent.
From local Irish happenings to News From Ireland
Get caught up on Irish events in Greater Portland and News From Ireland in the PDX Hibernian Independent.
A Scottish Saint Patrick’s Day (sort of)
Bring on the haggis! Local Scots prepare for annual celebration of the birth date of poet Robert Burns. And other news from here and Ireland.
JFK’s goofy grandson is running for Congress
Following in the footsteps of his grandfather, Jack Schlossberg is running for the House of Representatives. JFK’s carer began when he won a seat in the House of Representatives from Massachusetts. Can his grandson repeat that feat?
Irish stew. Event tonite. What’s new.
Why we’re celebrating Lucille McAleese. What we’re doing for the sculptor of The Cross at Mt. Calvary. 1916’s Rebel Doctor deserves better. Katie, Conor and Rory updates. Quotes from Brendan Behan. (Above with Jackie Gleason)