The Hibernian Independent
Read The Hibernian Independent to keep up with popular topics and current controversies in Portland, Ireland and Irish America.
Irish news for a wet dry January
Saint Patrick’s Day is closer than you think. Make plans now. This week’s PDX HI includes stories about and links to Portland-area Irish events and news from Ireland. Enjoy.
What just happened in Ireland and New York City
On October 24 voters in Ireland elected a socialist as President. On November 4 New York City voters elected a socialist as Mayor. Both candidates won in a landslide. Though the voter turn out in Ireland was low, New York voters turned out in historic numbers. Is history being made in Ireland and New York City?
How TVF&R Pipes and Drums endures
Topping the news in this week’s PDX Hibernian Independent is the milestone for the TVF&R Pipes and Drums. Also - Rory, Mary Lou, Dev, Conor and Andy Irvine.
ORE - IRE Sister State Committee WANTS YOU
The Leprechaun Yourself booth on Grafton St. in Dublin was popular with Yanks over for some college football. Read more in the PDX HI.