Summer Hours Begin Next Week
Starting on Monday, May 18, running through September 4, summer hours will take place. Monday thru Thursday, 7:30am – 4:00pm Friday, 7:30am – noon
Borough Moving Ahead with Qualified Bidders for Train Station Restoration Project; Council Awards Contracts for Road Projects
(Fanwood, NJ) –The Borough Council passed a resolution at Monday’s work session meeting confirming prequalified bidders and the issuance of bid specifications for the exterior restoration of the Fanwood Historic Train Station. Paragon Restoration Construction, Kenilworth; Spartan Construction Inc., South Amboy, and Alden Bailey Restoration, Mahwah, have been deemed as qualified prospective bidders for the ...
Celebrating Dan Weiss at the Fanwood Memorial Library May 21st
Join us for a special evening at the Fanwood Memorial Library on May 21 from 5–7 PM as we celebrate Dan Weiss and his retirement after 28 years as Director. Come share your well wishes and fond memories as we honor his many contributions to the community. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome! ...
Sip, Shop & Celebrate in Style! Fanwood Ladies Night Out returns June 4th!
Fanwood Ladies Night Out returns June 4th! Sign up today here and grab your swag bag at the event. Shop ‘til you drop! The more you shop, the more chances to win fabulous basket raffles!
Reminder from the Tax Collector’s Office
Second quarter taxes were due on May 1st. The final day to pay without penalty is May 11th. There are many convenient ways to pay your bill: View your account and make a payment online at https://wipp.edmundsgovtech.cloud/home?wippId=2005 Use the dropbox located on the wall by the front entrance of Borough Hall Visit the Scotch Plains Municipal Building to ...
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, from May 1, 2026 through May 1, ...
Fanwood First Responders Awarded Shield Awards
(Scotch Plains, NJ) – Fanwood First Responders were honored at the annual Father Nelligan Chapter of the Knights of Columbus annual Shield Awards on Tuesday night. The ceremony recognizes First Responders from Fanwood and Scotch Plains, including police, fire, and EMS, for exemplary community service, dedication, and bravery. Those Fanwood First Responders honored were Fanwood ...
2026 NJLM Photo Contest Winner!
Congratulations to 2026 NJLM Photo Contest Winner Brian Celardo! This annual contest encourages residents to take photos of their local attractions, downtown areas, economic development initiatives, parks, city halls, community groups, and new projects. Keep an eye out for next year's submission date!
Volunteers Take Part in Fanwood’s 37th Clean Community Day
(Fanwood, NJ) – A rainy and cold Saturday morning did not stop dozens of volunteers from taking part in the 37th annual Fanwood Clean Community Day. Volunteers started gathering at the Southside Train Station parking lot at 8:30 a.m. Earth Day T-shirts were given out along with work gloves, pick-up devises, and biodegradable bags to ...
Shade Tree Holds Annual Arbor Day Program with Nettingham Middle School Environmental Club Students
(FANWOOD, NJ) —The Fanwood Shade Tree Commission hosted its annual Arbor Day event Friday under bright sunny skies and warm weather at Carriage House Park on Watson Road. Steve Falco, a member of the Shade Tree Commission, announced that Fanwood has been awarded Tree City USA status for the 33rd consecutive year, a distinction that ...