Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Bear Safety Tips Shared at Middle School
Teachers say school has seen an increase in bears on school campus.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
- Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ
Former Patch Staff
Lauren is a recent graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey where she received a BA in Communication Arts with a concentration in Journalism in January of 2012. During her college career she contributed to her school's newspaper and radio station, and interned at both local and national television news networks where she worked with top producers in producing news packages and shows.
Lauren decided to take her journalism experience to the emerging field of community journalism, and is excited to break into the real world and report on the communities surrounding her town. She currently lives in Rockaway, NJ, and enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and friends, and running and swimming.
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Jefferson, NJ|News|
Couple Must Pay $11K to Keep Dogs Alive
Court postponed again for dog owners to come up with money or risk having animals euthanized.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hurricane Sandy Has Towns Preparing For Worst
Officials meet to get towns ready for storm.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
New Member Appointed to Municipal Alliance
Rev. Ellen Bechtold joins the Township's Municipal Alliance for a 2-year term.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Local Eagle Scout Donates to Food Pantry
17-year-old Sparta Eagle Scout collected food from residents at Stop & Shop Saturday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
JCP&L Better Prepared for Storms, Representative Says
New power outage maps, communication systems and laptops for workers enhance communication.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Drug Bust Nets 25 In Hopatcong, Roxbury
'Operation Roxicong' spawned by burglary, theft investigations, police say.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Drug Distribution Probe Busts Local Operation
Press conference to be held Wednesday afternoon regarding Hopatcong and Roxbury joint investigation.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Jefferson Actress, 10, Films With 'Smash'
Chloe Scharf takes on her latest acting role with one of NBC's hit shows.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Board of Ed Member Sought for 1-Year Term
With the election coming up in less than two weeks, the BOE is still accepting write-in campaigns for a vacant seat.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Man Tried to Lure Girl in Car, Sparta Police Say
11-year-old was walking home from the bus stop when the driver allegedly approached her.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Missing Dog Found One Week Later
Oak Ridge resident finds her lost pit bull a mile from her home.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta's New Lakeland Bank Draws More Customers
New, larger location on Center Street offers more services for customers.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Motivational Speaker Comes to Jefferson High
Keith Hawkins returns Tuesday for student assemblies and parent/student night.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Veteran's Park Renovations Nearly Complete
Softball field is now multi-purpose field, concession stand and other amenities to be finished soon.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Meet Your New Patch Local Editor
Lauren Mennen is the new editor for the Hopatcong-Sparta Patch and Jefferson Patch.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Anti-Bullying Presentation at Sparta, Halloween Parade This Week
A look at what's going on this week in Hopatcong and Sparta.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Motivational Speaker at High School, Couple Due in Court This Week
A Journey Tribute concert will also be going on this coming weekend.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Maxim Drive Home Sold For $550K
Three homes are sold this week in Hopatcong.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hidden Glen Drive Home Sold For $396,500
Three houses come off the market this week in Sparta.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
