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Simon Galperin

Simon is the founder and Executive Editor of The Jersey Bee. He is a Bloomfield resident who grew up in Bergen County and leads our editorial, engagement, product, and business development efforts.

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400 free COVID-19 tests available for Belleville residents beginning June 8

From Belleville-Nutley Patch

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N.J. education department seeks input from parents, caregivers on school re-opening later this year

From New Jersey Department of Education

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Bloomfield completes first day of free COVID-19 testing, future testing locations include Vasser Park, Watsessing School, municipal building

From Bloomfield Patch

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N.J. re-opening rules for bars and restaurants include outdoor service only, 6 ft distancing between parties

From Mendham-Chester Patch

June 4: Bloomfield mayor signs pledge to pursue police reform; outdoor dining allowed amid pandemic beginning June 15

An update on the local impact of the coronavirus

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Outdoor dining can begin on June 15 with new precautions as N.J. eases COVID-19 restrictions in second phase of re-opening

From NJ.com

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Bloomfield High School seeks supples for mask makers to provide masks to students in the fall

From Community contribution on Citizens of Bloomfield

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Bucco Restaurant in Bloomfield plans to open outdoor dining on June 18

From Bucco Restaurant

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APEM Creamery in Bloomfield offering free cups of gelato June 3 at 2 PM

From APEM Creamery

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Kremeandkrumbs ice cream shop in Bloomfield plans to open June 19

From Kremeandkrumbs

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