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Fanwood New Jersey
Fanwood New Jersey

Affordable Units Available at 40 South Avenue

Affordable housing units are available in Fanwood at 40 South Avenue, a development with 24 market rate rental units and 4 affordable units located on South Avenue. A random selection will be held for all preliminary applications received on or before 1 pm, Tuesday, August 27, 2024, after which the waiting list may be closed. ...

August 8th, 2024|

Mayor Mahr, Council Hear Presentation on School Bond Referendum

The Borough Council heard a presentation on Monday night on the upcoming bond referendum election by the Board of Education to be held Tuesday, September 17th, from 2 to 8 pm. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Schools Superintendent Dr. Joan Mast and Business Administrator Chris Jones delivered an 80-minute presentation, which included a short video ...

August 6th, 2024|

Reporting Power Outages

Reminder: 911 should only be utilized for emergencies and NOT for general power outages. We are trying to keep the dispatch phone lines as open as possible. Report a Power Outage to PSEG Text OUT to 4PSEG (47734),  report it online, through our app or call1-800-436-PSEG (7734).

August 6th, 2024|

National Night Out Cancelled

Due to the forecasted weather for tomorrow, August 6, we have regrettably decided to cancel National Night Out. If possible, we will attempt to reschedule it for a date in the future. The safety of our community is our top priority and due to the projected inclement weather, we deemed it necessary to cancel. We ...

August 5th, 2024|

2024 Bulk Waste Pick-Up Program Begins Sept. 23

Fanwood’s annual residential bulk waste pickup program begins September 23rd. Larger items including rugs, mattresses, furniture, window air conditioners and more may be picked up at your curb. Collection dates: Northeast and Northwest Quadrants: September 23 Southeast and Southwest Quadrants: September 30 Bulk waste pickup requires a permit for a one-time pickup of material not ...

August 1st, 2024|

Environmental Commission’s Great Birdhouse Contest

The Borough's Environmental Commission has announced its "Great Birdhouse Competition" as part of the Fanwood Nature Center's 50th Anniversary celebration. Birdhouses can be dropped off at the Fanwood Library, Monday through Friday, from August 15th to September 7th. For more information, including rules click here.

July 31st, 2024|

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from 1 pm today, July 31, 2024, until 8 pm Thursday, August 1, 2024 for our region with heat index values of 95 to 100 expected.

A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. We urge everyone to check in on seniors and other vulnerable individuals to make sure ...

July 31st, 2024|

August Tax Bill Update

August tax billing has been updated and tax amounts are now available on our website, fanwoodnj.org by clicking on side panel for tax/utility lookup and payments. Paper bills are being prepared and will be ready for mailing in approximately two weeks. Payments can be made prior to receiving the paper bill if you choose to ...

July 30th, 2024|

Construction Notice

On Wednesday, July 24, 2024 (weather dependent), the Borough will be doing construction at the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot. The work will consist of the installation of a new light pole to replace one that was broken. About 5 or 6 parking spaces will be blocked off for access to install the light ...

July 23rd, 2024|

Parade Grand Marshals, Kramer Manor Recognized with Proclamations

The Borough Council, at their regular meeting on Monday, July 15, introduced several ordinances and gave out proclamations to the Memorial Day Co-Grand Marshals and to members of Social Justice Matters in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the Kramer Manor neighborhood. Councilman Jeff Banks read the proclamation for Brian Santos and his brother Father ...

July 16th, 2024|