Martin Luther King Day
Borough Hall will be closed today in observance of the holiday!
Winter Storm Advisory for Sunday, Jan. 18
The National Weather Service has issued a winter advisory for Northern New Jersey including eastern and western Union County until midnight tonight. Snow is expected with accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Motorists should be prepared for slippery road conditions. There may a lull in snowfall activity during the afternoon. Please slow down and use ...
Light Snow Expected Tonight
Snow is expected in our area after 1 am tonight. Total snow accumulation of 1-2 inches is expected. As always in winter weather, be careful when driving as roads and bridges and overpasses can become slick and hazardous. Please slow down and use caution while driving and be careful when walking as surfaces could be ...
Scotch-Fanwood Scholarship Foundation Now Accepting Applications
SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. - The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Scholarship Foundation is currently accepting applications for high school seniors graduating in 2026 who reside in Scotch Plains or Fanwood, and residents currently attending college or other post high school institutions for scholarships. Electronic applications are now available at www.spfscholarshipfoundation.org. The numerous scholarships offered by the Foundation range ...
Message Regarding Wellness Fridge Donations
The Borough has been experiencing a large amount of food being left outside the Wellness refrigerator in front of the Municipal Building. Please be advised that only perishable items that may be placed in the Wellness refrigerator are accepted. All other non-perishable items may be taken to a food pantry at the following locations: ...
Fanwood Holds Reorganization Meeting; Councilwomen Berry and Mitchell Sworn in for New Terms
(Fanwood, NJ) – The Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting Monday at Borough Hall. Councilwoman Gina Berry was sworn in for a second term and Councilwoman Katherine Mitchell took the oath of office to begin her ninth term. Assemblywoman Linda Carter swears in Councilwoman Gina Berry as her family looks on. State ...
2026 Dog and Cat Licenses
As a reminder to all Fanwood residents, dog and cat license registrations and renewals are due by January 31. You can apply for a license starting January 5th in person at the Municipal Clerk’s office at Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We accept ...
Happy New Year!
Borough of Fanwood municipal offices will be closing at noon on December 31st and closed on January 1 and 2, in observance of the holiday.
Winter Storm Warning
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for our area from 4 PM this afternoon until 1 PM on Saturday. Heavy snow is expected with total accumulations of 5 to 9 inches expected. Hazardous travel conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. If you must travel, it is advised that you keep ...
Tonight’s Shade Tree Commission Meeting is Canceled
Please note, tonight’s Shade Tree Commission meeting (Dec. 23) has been canceled. Happy Holidays!