Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Electrical Fire Contained in Elba Avenue Home's Attic
No one injured in Saturday morning blaze.
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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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Money Stolen From Car on Hudson Avenue, Cops Say
Between $30-$50 was taken from the unlocked vehicle.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Crime Rate Decreases in Sparta in 2011
Violent crime rate has slight increase, while non-violent crime rate decreases.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Crime Rate Decreases in Hopatcong in 2011
Violent crime rate stays the same, non-violent crime rate sees major decrease in state report.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Crime Rate Increases in Jefferson in 2011
Violent crime rate sees slight increase in state report.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
JCP&L Feedback Wanted at Public Meeting Tuesday
BPU holds hearing from 4 to 7 p.m. at Hopatcong Middle School.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
School Safety a Priority in Jefferson After CT Shooting
Schools comfort students and take extra safety measures in week after elementary school tragedy.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
School Security Up in Hopatcong, Sparta After CT Shooting
Increased security for visitors, more police presence in the week after tragedy in Newtown, Conn.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Check Out the Best 'Decked' House in Jefferson
You voted and this house was the top local vote-getter in our Deck the House contest.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Council, BOE Meetings, Author Gives Health Seminar This Week
A look at what to expect this week in Jefferson.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
JCP&L Hearing, Hopatcong Council Meets This Week
A look at what's going on this week in Hopatcong and Sparta.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Grove Street Home Sold For $222K
Two houses come off the market this week in Hopatcong.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
West Shore Trail Home Sold For $852,500
Seven houses come off the market this week in Sparta.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Stone Cliff Terrace Home Sold For $525K
Six houses come off the market this week in Jefferson.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Man Killed in Crash a 'Loving Father,' Jewelry Stolen Top Local News
A look at this week's top headlines in Jefferson.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Murder Trial Continues, Teacher Contract Agreement Top Local News
A look at this week's top headlines in Hopatcong and Sparta.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
'Holiday Hair Trimming' To Raise Money For Project Graduation
Hair salon in Netcong will hold fundraiser on Sunday for Hopatcong High School.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Bridges on Cozy Lake Road Nearly Complete
Repairs will be done by Monday, officials say.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Drunk Jefferson Woman Had 3 Kids in Car, Cops Say
47-year-old resident charged with DWI and endangering the welfare of a child.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
3-Car Crash Leads to Jefferson Man's Arrest
28-year-old township resident also had three outstanding arrest warrants, cops say.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
