The Hibernian Independent

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

Bill Gallagher 3/19/26 Bill Gallagher 3/19/26

Did Trump just endorse a United Ireland?

Celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day 2026 from Portland to San Francisco to the White House to Heppner to Montserrat, really. PDX Hibernian Independent has coverage.

Bill Gallagher 3/12/26 Bill Gallagher 3/12/26

Old Portland/New Portland St. Patrick’s Day Trail

There is so much more to Saint Patrick’s Day in Portland than drinking, dancing and music. But they’re a big part of the day. Old Portland and New Portland meet on March 17 and here’s a guide to where and when. And a look at what’s happening in Heppner, OR.

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.

Nogher McGinley 12/4/25 Nogher McGinley 12/4/25

Decembership - Why join the PHS

Saturday, December 13 - A gathering at The Cross at Mt. Calvary Cemetery All are welcome. See details in the PDX Hibernian Independent. Plus Local Irish News and News From Ireland.

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)

Nogher McGinley 3/13/25 Nogher McGinley 3/13/25

The Spirit of Our Irish Ancestors Remembered on St. Patrick’s Day

The March meeting of the Portland Hibernian Society will take place Monday, March 17 10:30 A.M. at The Cross of the Oregon Potato Famine Memorial in Mount Calvary Cemetery.