Borough Hall: 908.322.8236
Borough Hall: 908.322.8236
The 2018-19 flu season runs through March and this year's strain is expected to be particularly virulent. The Fanwood Board of Health, in association with the Westfield Regional Board of Health, would like to remind area residents that there is still time to get their annual influenza vaccination – the shots are widely available and ...
The New Jersey State League of Municipalities has an excellent scholarship opportunity for High School Juniors and Seniors from Fanwood. Submissions are due to Mayor Mahr’s office no later than March 11, 2019. This statewide scholarship competition centers on the theme “What My Municipal Government Does Best” and seeks to advance the virtues of elected ...
The spotted lantern fly, a leafhopper, has emerged and is currently in the nymph stage (June-September) in central Jersey. Although the insect is not harmful to humans, it does damage to trees and some food crops, and is a general nuisance. Known host plants include Tree-of-Heaven (Alianthus altissima), Red Maple, Black Walnut, Grapes, Hops ...
Clean Community Day has become a rite of spring in Fanwood. Not only does it generate community spirit and volunteerism, but also it makes a tangible contribution to the community by removing tons of litter. This event provides an instructive experience for participating children on the importance of recycling and keeping their environment clean. This ...
Fanwood Police Chief Richard Trigo warns that several residents have reported they have received calls from the IRS regarding unpaid taxes. THIS IS A SCAM. The IRS never contacts anyone by phone. If you receive a call regarding your need to pay taxes, please contact the Fanwood Police Department at (908) 322-5000.
New Jersey Family released their list of "Best Towns in New Jersey for Families" for 2017 with Fanwood among the top 40! Ranked #38 in a list of over 500 towns, Fanwood is among the best towns for families to live, fairing well in multiple categories. New Jersey Family measured each municipality against a host of ...
A representative from Elizabethtown Gas attended the Borough council meeting on March 21 to update the borough on the gas main replacement projects taking place in Fanwood this spring. One project is currently underway in the southeast quadrant including Shady Lane (pictured), Poplar Place, Clement Place, Winfield Terrace and Beech Avenue. The second, larger project ...
This past weekend's Irish Festival was a great success despite the cold temperatures! I want to sincerely thank Sean Flannery and Frank Pascale, owners of Sheelan's Crossing, for their incredibly hard work and sponsorship of this wonderful community event. Sheelan's Crossing is so much more than just our favorite neighborhood pub. Thank you from all of us! A special thank you also to all of the event sponsors for ...
Thanks to everyone who attended the Fanwood Irish Festival on Saturday, 3/11 & Sunday, 3/12. The two-day celebration of Irish food, music and dancing was sponsored by Sheelen’s Crossing Bar/Restaurant and other local businesses. The heated tent provided a perfect venue for a late-winter revelry that included performances from Blarney’s Stew, Michael Murphy, Billy Wilkins, and the Shea ...
Fanwood and Scotch Plains Police Departments today announced that they have joined the New Jersey Attorney General’s “Project Medicine Drop” initiative, and have installed Project Medicine Drop boxes at both police headquarters. Today’s announcement makes it easier and more convenient than ever for Fanwood and Scotch Plains residents to take an active role in the ...