Lauren Kidd Ferguson

Community Reporter

lkferguson@dailyvoice.com

Lauren Kidd Ferguson began her journalism career in 2004 as a statehouse reporter for Gannett New Jersey. She was a member of a team that covered state government and politics for seven daily newspapers throughout New Jersey. Her coverage of the McGreevey administration and young voters earned her the New Jersey Press Association’s award for best rookie reporter in the state. Lauren also served as a reporter for Gannett’s flagship New Jersey paper, the Asbury Park Press. She covered communities along the Jersey Shore, and won investigative reporting awards for writing about police brutality in Seaside Park. She has also worked as a speechwriter and spokesperson for the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, as well as a communications manager for Children’s Rights, a national advocacy organization that uses the law to reform foster care systems. Lauren graduated from the College of New Jersey. She grew up in Ringwood, and now calls Waldwick home. She believes everyone has a story to tell, and she’d love to hear yours.

Lauren was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Support Flows For Park Ridge Mom Injured In 'Terrible' Fall Support Flows For Park Ridge Mom Injured In 'Terrible' Fall
Support Flows For Park Ridge Mom Injured In 'Terrible' Fall PARK RIDGE, N.J. – Park Ridge is rallying for a local woman recovering from a fall. “Sandi Santangelo experienced a terrible fall in her home. Sandi has sustained multiple injuries as a result and has undergone several surgeries,” states a GoFundMe campaign page created to raise funds for her care. “Sandi is in rehab now but has a long road ahead of her,” the page states. The campaign garnered more than $4,500 in donations and many supportive messages by Thursday afternoon. “We are sending all good thoughts and prayers for your speedy recovery. Good luck Sandy and stay strong!” one messag…
Allendale Trampoline Park Named ‘Favorite Indoor Play Place’ In New Jersey Allendale Trampoline Park Named ‘Favorite Indoor Play Place’ In New Jersey
Allendale Trampoline Park Named ‘Favorite Indoor Play Place’ In New Jersey ALLENDALE, N.J. – Sky Zone, an indoor trampoline park with an Allendale location, has been named the “Favorite Indoor Play Place” in New Jersey, according to a list released by New Jersey Family. “These wall-to-wall trampoline parks located everywhere from Maple Shade to Allendale allow kids to bounce on their own trampolines. They can twist and spin into big foam pits, or try slam dunks in the Skyslam. And they won’t want to miss a game of dodgeball with the whole crew, either,” the list states. *** RELATED: ALL AGES JUMPING FOR JOY AT ALLENDALE TRAMPOLINE PARK ***  The New Jersey Family …
Demolished Ramsey Restaurant To Reopen At New Location Demolished Ramsey Restaurant To Reopen At New Location
Demolished Ramsey Restaurant To Reopen At New Location RAMSEY, N.J. – The building that long housed the Look See restaurant in Ramsey has been demolished. The restaurant that serves Chinese and Japanese cuisine had been in North Franklin Turnpike location near Route 17 for years. But loyal patrons need not worry. “We are moving,” Jean Cheng told Daily Voice. The restaurant’s new location will be just across Route 17 in the Ramsey Square shopping center, she said. “We are planning to open in the beginning of September,” Cheng said.
Piscopo, Lautenberg Among First Named To Passaic Hall Of Fame In Paterson Piscopo, Lautenberg Among First Named To Passaic Hall Of Fame In Paterson
Piscopo, Lautenberg Among First Named To Passaic Hall Of Fame In Paterson PATERSON, N.J. – Actors Joe Piscopo and Lou Costello and U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg were among the first names to be inducted into the Passaic County Hall of Fame in Paterson Tuesday. The Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders announced the creation of the hall of fame and the first generation of honorees during a ceremony at the William J. Bate Courthouse Plaza in Paterson. The first generation of inductees are: Larry Doby, a three sport all-state athlete while in high school in Paterson, later went on to be the second African American to play in the major leagues; Joe Piscopo, a …
Paramus Playground Named 'Coolest' In New Jersey Paramus Playground Named 'Coolest' In New Jersey
Paramus Playground Named 'Coolest' In New Jersey PARAMUS, N.J. – Van Saun County Park in Paramus has the “Coolest Playground” in New Jersey, according to a list released by New Jersey Family. At the center of the 146-acre park “is the new Harmony playground that’s completely ADA accessible. It has cute animal characters and a marsh-themed sprayground with reeds for kids to cool off under,” the list states. The New Jersey Family Ultimate Bucket List features 27 categories such as Best Amusement Park, Favorite Boardwalk and Coolest Museum. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL NEW JERSEY FAMILY BUCKET LIST.
New Golf Shop Opens At Wayne Course New Golf Shop Opens At Wayne Course
New Golf Shop Opens At Wayne Course WAYNE, N.J. – Golfers now have access to a newly renovated golf shop and practice facility at Preakness Valley Golf Course in Wayne. On Monday, the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders cut the ribbon on a rehabbed 1932 former caddy house that now serves as a shop where golfers can check in to play and purchase golf equipment and apparel. The course’s practice facility, which includes targets and tee areas, was also recently renovated. “The Preakness Valley Golf Course is offering our residents a private golf experience at a public rate. Likewise, the new practice facility is going to…
Carlstadt Contractor Combats Blood Shortage Carlstadt Contractor Combats Blood Shortage
Carlstadt Contractor Combats Blood Shortage CARLSTADT, N.J. – A Carlstadt contractor who uses proceeds from every project to help families in need by doing emergency home and roof repairs is now assisting in a different way – by running a blood drive. “Many of the families we help have experienced financial hardship due to medical-related issues,” said Chuck Anania, president and founder of Roof4Roof. “Therefore, we are happy to support them in more ways than just roofing by hosting this blood drive.” Earlier this month, volunteers with the company put a new roof on the home of a West Milford woman who was diagnosed with breast cance…
Elmwood Park Convenience Store Revamped By New Owner Elmwood Park Convenience Store Revamped By New Owner
Elmwood Park Convenience Store Revamped By New Owner ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. – The new owner of an Elmwood Park convenience store wants people to know his store is now clean, stocked and ready to serve the public. Ashok Sheth of Saddle Brook said he took over the Kenny’s Food Store on Mola Boulevard near the Garfield boarder about six months ago. And in that time, he has done a lot of work. The store now has more refrigerators stocked with cold drinks, fresh food items, a larger coffee selection, more candy, cookies and a Slurpee machine, he said. And he carries popular items such as fidget spinners. “I have a lot of experience in this business,…
Mahwah Officials: Ritual Enclosure Violates Zoning Law, Must Be Removed Mahwah Officials: Ritual Enclosure Violates Zoning Law, Must Be Removed
Mahwah Officials: Ritual Enclosure Violates Zoning Law, Must Be Removed MAHWAH, N.J. – Mahwah’s zoning official sent a letter to the South Monsey Eruv Fund Friday calling for the removal of piping attached to utility poles in the township – which are being installed to create a ritual Jewish enclosure called an eruv. “Today we ordered our Zoning Official to take action regarding the placement of PVC pipes on public utility poles which is consistent with the placement of signs on utility poles which is a violation of our sign ordinances,” Mahwah Mayor Bill Laforet said of himself and the township council. The letter states that the organization must start removi…
Ritual Enclosure Sparks Controversy In Mahwah Ritual Enclosure Sparks Controversy In Mahwah
Ritual Enclosure Sparks Controversy In Mahwah MAHWAH, N.J. – The installation of a ritual enclosure called an eruv in Mahwah has sparked an online petition with about 550 signers who are worried about “illegal incursions” in the community. The eruv’s perimeter is being marked by half-inch thick PVC piping on some utility poles in Mahwah and Upper Saddle River.  Eruvs permit observant Jews, such as ultra-Orthodox Jews, to carry items such as house keys and prayer books and push strollers within the eruv’s boundaries on Shabbat, a day where carrying objects outside the home and all activities associated with work are prohibited for some …
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