Janove plays with a purpose at local facilities

Marjorie Janove has played piano with Joseph Silverstein and the Utah Symphony Orchestra. Today, she frequently plays for different audiences. “I really feel committed to bringing music to shut-ins, to people who otherwise wouldn’t have it or people who are either immobile altogether…

Bivins trial - finally - begins Monday

Many in our community have been following the saga of bringing Michael Bivins to trial for his bias crimes - in Spring 2022, Bivins set fire to the Muslim Community Center of Portland with congregants inside of it, shattered windows of Congregation Shir Tikvah and Everybody Eats PDX, and sp…

Comfort's marriage memoir stresses empathy

Dr. Bonnie Comfort knows a thing or two about being married.

Comfort, a Portland-based psychologist, has been practicing marriage therapy for more than 30 years. She was also married for 33 years – a marriage that weathered many storms and only ended with her husband’s passing. Those st…

'Never did I imagine' - Zeitzer caps three years at JFGP's helm

Organizations often use their annual meetings to celebrate their accomplishments. The Jewish Federation of Greater Portland did just that at its annual meeting, the organization’s 105th, Thursday, June 12 at Congregation Neveh Shalom in Portland. But more than just the events of the year,…

Rohr's 'sincere care, enthusiasm' honored

For Sarah Rohr, her work has always come from her desire to connect with Jewish community. It’s a connection she’s built in a variety of ways, and one she’s now being recognized for by her community. Rohr, the outgoing Youth Empowerment Specialist at Congregation Neveh Shalom and…