Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Share Your Thanksgiving Dinner Photos
Let everyone see just how hard you worked!
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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Share Your Thanksgiving Dinner Photos
Let everyone see just how hard you worked!
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Is Black Friday Shopping For You?
When people start lining up late Thanksgiving night to take advantage of door-buster deals in the wee hours Friday morning, will you be there?
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Small Business Saturday: Shop Jefferson
Start your holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Is Black Friday Shopping For You?
When people start lining up late Thanksgiving night to take advantage of door-buster deals in the wee hours Friday morning, will you be there?
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Small Business Saturday: Shop Hopatcong and Sparta
Start your holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Fire Marshal: Safety Tips For Cooking Turkeys
Hopatcong Chief Fire Marshal Richard Cook lists out some safety tips for those who chose to deep fry their turkeys.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
What's Open on Thanksgiving? Let Patch Know
A list of open businesses in Hopatcong an Sparta on Turkey Day.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Black Friday Specials Offered at Pavinci
Italian restaurant serves happy hour all day, has live band at 9:30 p.m.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Holiday Deals Offered in Sparta All Weekend
Shop and save locally at select township stores.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Jefferson Stores Offer Holiday Deals All Weekend
Several businesses have Black Friday and Small Business Saturday specials over holiday weekend.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Thanksgiving Drive a Large Feast, Despite Sandy
Students donate 85 turkeys, 52 baskets, and 14 boxes of food for annual food collection.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong, Sparta Schools Receive Grant For Sandy Damage
Two districts are among 14 in the county that is getting reimbursed.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Jefferson Schools Receive Grant For Sandy Damage
Township is among five districts in the county that is getting reimbursed.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
What's Open on Thanksgiving? Let Us Know
A list of open businesses on the holiday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Jefferson Diner Offers New Thanksgiving Specials
Restaurant among several businesses in town open on holiday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Email Scam Bilks Hopatcong Residents, Cops Say
Internet scheme uses Western Union to wire money from victims, according to police.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Robber Struck, Bit Liquor Store Employees, Police Say
Newton man also accused of causing destruction of hundreds of dollars of wine in Sparta, according to authorities.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong Grad Ships 45 Turkeys to Borough
Mike Wichart brings turkeys to high school on Monday to help families in need during holiday.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
New BOE Member Sworn In
1-year unexpired term is filled.
Lauren Mennen, Patch Staff
