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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Wayne Native Dennis Ragusa Dies, 40 Wayne Native Dennis Ragusa Dies, 40
Wayne Native Dennis Ragusa Dies, 40 WAYNE, N.J. – Wayne native Dennis Ragusa passed away. He was 40. The 1995 Wayne Hills High School graduate died suddenly on June 25, leaving behind his wife, Tara, and two children, Cameron and Julianna. “He had a big heart and could always make you laugh,” states a GoFundMe page created to help his family pay for a funeral and final arrangements. He was also “a loving caring husband, father, brother and uncle,” the page states. Ragusa lived in Denville when he died. He lived in Florida for a while, and moved back to New Jersey after his brother was diagnosed with ALS so he could assist w…
Franklin Lakes Preschoolers Send Message To Sick Kids With Capes: Be Brave Franklin Lakes Preschoolers Send Message To Sick Kids With Capes: Be Brave
Franklin Lakes Preschoolers Send Message To Sick Kids With Capes: Be Brave FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. – Preschoolers in Franklin Lakes and Englewood Cliffs are helping other children to feel a bit braver as they receive treatment at local hospitals. The kids – who attend The Learning Experience preschools – created superhero capes for pediatric patients at Hackensack University Medical Center and Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. “These superhero capes are made to remind these patients how strong and resilient they truly are,” said Lisa Sanger, a nurse who owns The Learning Experience in Englewood Cliffs. Dilek Yesilyurt, who owns the school in Franklin Lakes, sa…
State Shutdown Cancels Independence Day Reenactment At Ringwood Manor State Shutdown Cancels Independence Day Reenactment At Ringwood Manor
State Shutdown Cancels Independence Day Reenactment At Ringwood Manor RINGWOOD, N.J. – As New Jersey’s state budget stalemate stretched into a third day Monday, Ringwood Manor announced it would not hold its annual 4th of July Declaration of Independence reading Tuesday. “Due to the ongoing NJ state government shutdown, the 18th Annual Declaration of Independence Reading & July 4th Celebration scheduled for tomorrow has been cancelled,” Ringwood Manor announced in a Facebook post. “We deeply apologize for any inconvenience this will cause.” The event to commemorate the 241st anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence was supposed to fea…
Miracle Roof Stops Rain From Pouring In On West Milford Cancer Fighter Miracle Roof Stops Rain From Pouring In On West Milford Cancer Fighter
Miracle Roof Stops Rain From Pouring In On West Milford Cancer Fighter WEST MILFORD, N.J. – The roof of Gwendolyn Bernat’s West Milford home once leaked so badly that she avoided using appliances when it rained, for fear of being electrocuted. “It was literally raining inside our house,” said Bernat. Now, she no longer has to worry about rain. On Monday, volunteers with Carlstadt-based Roof4Roof were at her Inwood Road home to give her a new roof. The general contractor uses proceeds from every completed project to help a family in need. So far, the company has helped over 700 families. “One of life’s most basic needs is shelter. Keeping a safe, dry roof o…
NYPD Makes Washington Township Boy, 4, Honorary Detective NYPD Makes Washington Township Boy, 4, Honorary Detective
Nypd Makes Washington Township Boy, 4, Honorary Detective WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – During a graduation ceremony for the Pascack Valley Junior Police Academy Friday, one 4-year-old Washington Township boy received a special award. Alex Hammer, who is in remission from Lymphoma, was named an honorary detective by the New York Police Department (NYPD). Alex has been popular with emergency responders. He was recently named Washington Township’s fire chief for a day and earlier this month was the township’s police chief for a day. Friday marked the first time in the history of the Junior Police Academy that a representative of the NYPD came to hono…
Paramus Millennial Plans 80’s Night To Help Brothers Battling Rare Disease Paramus Millennial Plans 80’s Night To Help Brothers Battling Rare Disease
Paramus Millennial Plans 80’s Night To Help Brothers Battling Rare Disease PARAMUS, N.J. – After graduating college, Christine Ghassali of Paramus had what she called “some self doubts.” “I was kind of just trying to figure out real life,” she said. Then she realized “nothing would make me feel better than to do something for somebody else,” she said. At just 21 years old, and with the help and encouragement of her boyfriend Petey Aiosa of Lodi, Ghassali formed “The Joys of Toys.” Since creating the organization in 2015, Ghassali has collected more than 600 toys and donated them to local children’s hospitals and abused and neglected children around the holiday …
Ho Hey! Famed Ramsey Band Fulfills Dream, Opens For U2 In MetLife Stadium Ho Hey! Famed Ramsey Band Fulfills Dream, Opens For U2 In MetLife Stadium
Ho Hey! Famed Ramsey Band Fulfills Dream, Opens For U2 In MetLife Stadium RAMSEY, N.J. — The Lumineers, who were born in Ramsey and most well known for their hit "Ho Hey," opened for U2 at MetLife Stadium on Thursday evening. It wasn't just a dream come true for fans. Lead singer Wesley Schultz told the crowd that he's been going to Giants games his whole life, and even saw Bruce Springsteen from the top deck. So to be able to perform ahead of U2's main act brought everything full circle.
Former Players Help Veteran West Milford Coach Win Back Job Former Players Help Veteran West Milford Coach Win Back Job
Former Players Help Veteran West Milford Coach Win Back Job WEST MILFORD, N.J. – Veteran West Milford basketball coach John Finke will be back for a 29th season after all. Finke – who in May came up a vote shy of having his contract renewed – was reinstated as West Milford High School’s head boys’ basketball coach late Tuesday night. About 20 people – including many former players – spoke out in favor of Finke at Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting. The Board put the matter to another vote, and two members that were not present for the May meeting voted in favor of renewing Finke’s contract -- making the coaching job that Finke held for 28 years …
Ridgewood 4th Of July Parade Fans Lay Early Claim To Prime Viewing Spots Ridgewood 4th Of July Parade Fans Lay Early Claim To Prime Viewing Spots
Ridgewood 4th Of July Parade Fans Lay Early Claim To Prime Viewing Spots RIDGEWOOD, N.J. – Chairs are already starting to dot the route of Ridgewood’s 107th annual Fourth of July parade. The chairs -- some tied together, some folded down, some open and ready for people to sit in – were spotted in bundles on North Maple Avenue Wednesday. Ridgewood residents have a long tradition of staking out and claiming their spots early to watch the annual parade. This year’s parade is slated to begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 4. The theme of the celebration is “Honoring Those Who Serve.” For more information on the event, including the parade route, and details on the f…
Park Ridge Liquor Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket Park Ridge Liquor Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket
Park Ridge Liquor Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket PARK RIDGE, N.J. – A Park Ridge liquor store recently sold a winning lottery ticket worth $5,000. A lucky winner purchased the Mega Millions game ticket at Ridgemont Liquors on Kinderkamack Road. Since no grand prize winners came out of the June 27 drawing, the jackpot is now $158 million. WANT MORE NEWS? Follow Daily Voice on Facebook or subscribe to email alerts in the top right hand corner of your town's homepage.
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