Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta BOE, Council Meet, Holiday House Decorating Contest This Week
A look at what to expect this week in Hopatcong and Sparta.
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|
Skyline Drive Home Sold For $430K
Four houses come off the market this week in Jefferson.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Idalroy Trail Home Sold For $289,900
Five houses come off the market this week in Hopatcong.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sleepy Hollow, Olive Road Homes Sold for $265K
Four houses come off the market this week in Sparta.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Jefferson Man Killed, Sandy Costs $400K Top Local News
A look at this week's top headlines in Jefferson.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Pedestrian Killed, Hopatcong Man Claims Self-Defense Top Local News
Deer hunting approved by the borough council was also one of this week's top headlines.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
'Christmas for the Kids' to Benefit Borough Families
Event Saturday at St. Jude's will collect presents and Toys 'R' Us gift cards for Hopatcong kids in need.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Power Line Project Makes Progress, Despite Sandy
After about a month of construction delays, the Susquehanna-Roseland Power Line is still moving forward.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta Man Killed in Crash Well-Liked, 'Dedicated to Job'
Former co-workers remember James Friedberg as a thoughtful, caring person with a big sense of humor.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Drunk Man Fights Family, Resists Arrest, Cops Say
Hopatcong 28-year-old charged with assault, resisting and harassment.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Pedestrian Killed in Crash Identified as Jefferson Man
52-year-old struck while crossing Route 15 in Lake Hopatcong Thursday night.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong Man Accused of Being Involved in Burglary
19-year-old charged with disorderly conduct for Mount Olive incident, police said.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong Family Brings Bagel Café to Neighborhood
Uncle Sam's Bagel Café offers a variety of homemade American meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner off Hopatchung Road.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Pedestrian Killed on Route 15 in Lake Hopatcong
Man pronounced dead at scene Thursday evening, cops say.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Without Funds, Lake Commission Still Operating
After state denies bill this year that would have provided $150K, commission is stil figuring out how to make up for lost money.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Girl Scout Receives Gold Award
Amanda Swajger honored at Township Council meeting for her recent completion of Gold Award Project.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Sandy Costs Jefferson $400K, Officials Say
Township officials present storm report at Wednesday night's council meeting.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta Ready to Face Ramapo in State Final
Spartans return to championship game for the first time in seven years.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Killing Was Self-Defense, Hopatcong Man Claims
Guiseppe Tedesco, charged with fatally shooting Alyssa Ruggieri in 2010, claimed self-defense in court Monday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Bears in Jefferson, Sparta Among First Caught in Hunt
The two bears were killed Monday on the first day of the annual week-long hunt.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
