The Hibernian Independent

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

Bill Gallagher 2/1/26 Bill Gallagher 2/1/26

Saint Brigid - Print the legend

February 1 is Saint Brigid’s Day (Lá Fhéile Bríde) and the PDX HI has all sorts of stories about who Ireland’s first native Saint really was. What about the Celtic goddess Brigit? It’s her day too.

Bill Gallagher 1/8/26 Bill Gallagher 1/8/26

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.