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Fanwood New Jersey
Fanwood New Jersey

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|

Statement From the Governing Body

Yesterday’s senseless act of violence at former President Trump’s campaign rally in Pennsylvania has no place in America. Our thoughts are with President Trump, the family of the attendee that was killed and a speedy recovery for those that were critically injured.

July 14th, 2024|

Covid Summer Surge

Please see the guidance from the Health Department regarding the increase in COVID cases in the past week.

July 12th, 2024|

Hilltop Tennis Club Seeking New Members

Tucked behind the trees and shrubbery on North Avenue in the heart of Fanwood is a recreational oasis servicing tennis aficionados in our community for 100 years. Hilltop Tennis Club features a Har-Tru clay court, a playing surface not typical of tennis courts in the local parks. Club activities include men’s and women’s doubles and ...

July 11th, 2024|

Former Councilman Douglas Clausen Remembered

Former Borough Councilman Douglas Clausen passed away this week at the age of 93. Mr. Clausen was a 50-year resident of Fanwood and spent between 25 and 30 years volunteering for the town. He was one of the original coaches of the Fanwood Youth Organization almost 50 years ago. He also served in the United ...

July 11th, 2024|