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Fanwood New Jersey
Fanwood New Jersey

Another A+ Rating for Fanwood from Niche.com

Real estate website Niche.com has rated Fanwood an overall grade of A+ in 2026 evaluation of Best Places to Live. Fanwood finished #1 in Union County and #5 in New Jersey, #3 in Best Places to Retire, #3 Best Suburbs to Live, and #4 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family. Fanwood is described in the ...

March 24th, 2026|

Celebrating Women’s History Month: Mayor Maryanne Connelly

During Women’s History Month throughout March, we are celebrating those women with Fanwood roots who are or have made a difference. This week we are recognizing former Mayor Maryanne Connelly, who served as Mayor from 1996-2000. Born in Brooklyn, Mrs. Connelly, was raised in Maplewood and attended high school in Elizabeth. She received her bachelor’s ...

March 23rd, 2026|

Families Take Part in Building Historic Fanwood with LEGOS

(Fanwood) – Forty family teams Build Historic Fanwood with LEGOS Saturday afternoon in the cafeteria of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. The Build Historic Fanwood event was the first event hosted by the Borough’s Historic Preservation Commission for AmRev250, kicking off a series of events for AmRev250 celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. The goal of the event ...

March 23rd, 2026|

Fanwood Annual Easter Hunt March 28 at La Grande Park!

  Fanwood's Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 28 at 10 am sharp. Make sure you get there early to ensure your kids get some eggs. The Easter Bunny will also be on hand for pictures. Stay tuned for the location of this year's hunt.

March 20th, 2026|

Fanwood Council Celebrates Girl Scout Week, Women’s History Month

(Fanwood, NJ) – Mayor Colleen Mahr and the Borough Council presented proclamations at Monday’s Council meeting in recognition of Girl Scout Week and Women’s History Month. Girl Scouts pose for a picture with Mayor Colleen Mahr and the Borough Council at Monday’s Council meeting. In addition, Mayor Mahr presented a Certificate of Recognition ...

March 17th, 2026|

Celebrating Women’s History Month in Fanwood

This Women’s History Month, Fanwood celebrates the women who serve our community with dedication and heart. From leadership roles to municipal operations, these women guide the borough while contributing in many ways — as mothers, teachers, social workers, nurses, and community advocates. Our borough flourishes everyday thanks to leaders like Mayor Colleen Mahr and Council ...

March 16th, 2026|

Happy 78th Anniversary to Fanwood Rescue Squad!

Happy 78th anniversary to the Fanwood Rescue Squad. The squad was formed in 1948 by members of the Fanwood Fire Company who recognized the Borough’s need for their own rescue squad. The squad took its first call for service on May 7th, 1948, and hasn’t stopped since. The Borough thanks all the current and past ...

March 12th, 2026|