The Hibernian Independent

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

Bill Gallagher 11/6/25 Bill Gallagher 11/6/25

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?

Bill Gallagher 9/11/25 Bill Gallagher 9/11/25

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.

Bill Gallagher 8/28/25 Bill Gallagher 8/28/25

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.