The Hibernian Independent

Read The Hibernian Independent to keep up with popular topics and current controversies in Portland, Ireland and Irish America.

Bill Gallagher 6/4/26 Bill Gallagher 6/4/26

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.

Bill Gallagher 4/9/26 Bill Gallagher 4/9/26

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.

Bill Gallagher 2/5/26 Bill Gallagher 2/5/26

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.

Bill Gallagher 1/22/26 Bill Gallagher 1/22/26

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.

Bill Gallagher 11/13/25 Bill Gallagher 11/13/25

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?

Bill Gallagher 9/19/25 Bill Gallagher 9/19/25

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)