Fanwood Library Host Community Reading of Declaration of Independence
(Fanwood) – The Fanwood Memorial Library joined with hundreds of towns nationwide for a community read of the Declaration of Independence on July 8th at 6 pm, commemorating the first public reading of the historic document. The date marks the anniversary of July 8, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud at ...
Special Branch and Storm Debris Pickup on July 15th
Due to the recent storm, the Department of Public Works will perform a special one-time curbside branch and storm debris pickup in all quadrants of the Borough beginning Wednesday, July 15th. Please note the department will first concentrate on roadways that are narrowed due to the debris, therefore the normal pickup route will not be ...
Hetfield Avenue Bridge Paving Project
Please note that Scotch Plains will be paving the Hetfield Avenue Bridge, the portions that cover Scotch Plains and Fanwood, starting on or about Tuesday, July 7, the roadway will be milled, followed by paving on Wednesday, July 8. All work is weather dependent and subject to scheduling changes. The area will be closed to ...
STORM UPDATE FOR 4:30 PM
The Borough has been in contact with PSEG as well as the Governor’s Office to relay the magnitude of what’s happened in Fanwood. A number of homes suffered extensive damage. The Construction Official went to all damaged properties and either posted notices or gave directions to the affected homeowners. There is significant damage to the ...
STORM UPDATE 10:30 AM
Fanwood sustained extensive damage and power outages from last night’s severe storm. Multiple streets remain blocked off due to downed trees and wires. As of this morning, 1,296 homes in the Borough and 25,000 in Union County are without power. PSEG is working on restoration. Starting at 11:00 am, the Forest Road Park building will ...
Celebrate 250
Happy America 250 from Mayor Colleen Mahr and the Fanwood Borough Council! Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and memorable celebration as we honor 250 years of America.
The Borough of Fanwood wishes everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July!
This year also marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, making it an especially meaningful time to reflect on our nation's history and look ahead to its future! Fanwood Borough Hall will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Fanwood Library Awarded Money Smart for Life Award
The Fanwood Memorial Library is one of 10 recipients of the New Jersey State Library’s 2026 Money Smart for Life Award. The initiative was designed to educate communities on the skills they need for financial well-being through libraries. The award recognizes libraries coordinating programs that support financial literacy education for community members of any age. ...