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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.

Simon's Latest Articles

At least 1,600 Essex County residents were unhoused this year, among 8k people across the state including 1,660 children

From NorthJersey.com

After Ida flooded Watsessing Park, an 1856 map shows area was a lake 150 years ago

From Historical Society of Bloomfield

N.J. school districts must report potential COVID exposures to students, staff in close contact but there’s no requirement for public communication

From NJ.com

Community members are reporting that approximately 200 BHS students have been asked to self-quarantine as a precaution after a staff member tested positive for COVID

From Community contribution on Citizens of Bloomfield

Bloomfield teacher named N.J. social studies educator of the year

Bloomfield's Daily Bulletin for September 20, 2021

North Jersey chapter of Democratic Socialists of America plans virtual meeting Sept. 26, open to interested members of the public

From North N.J. Democratic Socialists of America

Essex County to hold hazardous waste day Oct. 2, computer, electronics recycling day Oct. 16, in Cedar Grove

From Community Contribution to Citizens of Bloomfield

Newark doubled it youth COVID vaccination rate by setting up clinics in schools, neighborhoods across the city, responding to pandemic misinformation

From Newark Chalkbeat

Current, former foster youth ages 18 to 27 may qualify for pandemic financial assistance, deadline to apply is Sept. 20

From N.J. Department of Children and Families

Local mental health organization offers support group art therapy for children, Sept. 22 through Dec. 15

From Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris

Helpful local newsletters for Essex County and N.J.

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