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Tax Collection Services Update (Effective May 1, 2026)
The Borough of Fanwood has entered into a shared services agreement with the Township of Scotch Plains for tax collection services, approved by the Borough Council on April 6, 2026. Under this agreement, Scotch Plains will assume responsibility for Tax ...
2024 DPW Brochure Is Now Available
The 2024 DPW Brochure, detailing the schedule for leaf and brush pickups and much more, is now available for download on the Recycling and Public Works pages, or by clicking here. A hard copy will appear in mailboxes shortly.
Smash Kids Cancer Music and Food Fest coming to LaGrande Park
Fanwoodians, mark your Calendars! The Smash Kids Cancer Music & Food Fest will be happening on May 18 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at LaGrande Park. The event will offer food and performances for a great cause. Admission is free ...
Fanwood Tree Lighting and Holiday Party This Sunday Dec. 4th
Fanwood’s holiday season officially begins when Santa Claus arrives in town on Sunday, December 4, at 3 p.m.! Everyone is invited to meet Santa under the big tent on the lawn in front of the ...
Lions Club Trees Sold Out; Luminaries Still Available
Rotary Club Luminary Sale Be sure to visit the Fanwood Municipal Garage located at 1 Fanwood Place, across the street from the Library, as you begin to decorate your homes for the holidays! The sale will continue on the following ...
Fanwood Library Host Community Reading of Declaration of Independence
(Fanwood) – The Fanwood Memorial Library joined with hundreds of towns nationwide for a community read of the Declaration of Independence on July 8th at 6 pm, commemorating the first public reading of the historic document. The date marks the ...
Special Branch and Storm Debris Pickup on July 15th
Due to the recent storm, the Department of Public Works will perform a special one-time curbside branch and storm debris pickup in all quadrants of the Borough beginning Wednesday, July 15th. Please note the department will first concentrate on roadways ...
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Tax Collection Services Update (Effective May 1, 2026)
The Borough of Fanwood has entered into a shared services agreement with the Township of Scotch Plains for tax collection services, approved by the Borough Council on April 6, 2026. Under this agreement, Scotch Plains will assume responsibility for Tax Collector duties for Fanwood for a five-year term, ...
2024 DPW Brochure Is Now Available
The 2024 DPW Brochure, detailing the schedule for leaf and brush pickups and much more, is now available for download on the Recycling and Public Works pages, or by clicking here. A hard copy will appear in mailboxes shortly.
Smash Kids Cancer Music and Food Fest coming to LaGrande Park
Fanwoodians, mark your Calendars! The Smash Kids Cancer Music & Food Fest will be happening on May 18 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at LaGrande Park. The event will offer food and performances for a great cause. Admission is free and the event will be held rain or shine. ...
Fanwood Tree Lighting and Holiday Party This Sunday Dec. 4th
Fanwood’s holiday season officially begins when Santa Claus arrives in town on Sunday, December 4, at 3 p.m.! Everyone is invited to meet Santa under the big tent on the lawn in front of the North Avenue Train Station and enjoy an afternoon ...
Lions Club Trees Sold Out; Luminaries Still Available
Rotary Club Luminary Sale Be sure to visit the Fanwood Municipal Garage located at 1 Fanwood Place, across the street from the Library, as you begin to decorate your homes for the holidays! The sale will continue on the following dates: 12/17, 12/18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ...
Fanwood Library Host Community Reading of Declaration of Independence
(Fanwood) – The Fanwood Memorial Library joined with hundreds of towns nationwide for a community read of the Declaration of Independence on July 8th at 6 pm, commemorating the first public reading of the historic document. The date marks the anniversary of July 8, 1776, when the Declaration ...
Special Branch and Storm Debris Pickup on July 15th
Due to the recent storm, the Department of Public Works will perform a special one-time curbside branch and storm debris pickup in all quadrants of the Borough beginning Wednesday, July 15th. Please note the department will first concentrate on roadways that are narrowed due to the debris, therefore ...
Hetfield Avenue Bridge Paving Project
Please note that Scotch Plains will be paving the Hetfield Avenue Bridge, the portions that cover Scotch Plains and Fanwood, starting on or about Tuesday, July 7, the roadway will be milled, followed by paving on Wednesday, July 8. All work is weather dependent and subject to scheduling ...