Snowstorm Alert
A significant winter storm is likely throughout the region this weekend. The latest weather forecasts have snow beginning Saturday night and continuing through Sunday evening, possibly into Monday morning. There is a potential of up to 12 inches of total accumulation for our area. Please plan accordingly for a snowy weekend and potential impacts for commuters on Monday morning. A few notes for Fanwood residents: 1. Vehicles should be parked off the street and into driveways to allow Public Works to plow roadways and parking lots. 2. Residents must shovel and clear snow/ice from their sidewalks after the snowfall has ended. Vehicles must be cleared of snow as well before being driven. 3. Power outages should be reported directly to PSEG by texting "OUT" to "4PSEG" (47734), by calling 1-800-436-PSEG, or through the PSEG app. 4. If you need to use our Carriage House (directly next to Borough Hall) as a warming center or to charge devices in the event of a power outage, contact the Fanwood Police Department’non-emergency number 908-322-5000. A significant winter storm is likely throughout the region this weekend. The latest weather forecasts have snow beginning Saturday night and continuing through Sunday evening, possibly into Monday morning. There is a potential of up to 12 inches of total accumulation for our area. Please plan accordingly for a snowy weekend and potential impacts for commuters on Monday morning. A few notes for Fanwood residents: 1. Vehicles should be parked off the street and into driveways to allow Public Works to plow roadways and parking lots. 2. Residents must shovel and clear snow/ice from their sidewalks after the snowfall has ended. Vehicles must be cleared of snow as well before being driven. 3. Power outages should be reported directly to PSEG by texting "OUT" to "4PSEG" (47734), by calling 1-800-436-PSEG, or through the PSEG app. 4. If you need to use our Carriage House (directly next to Borough Hall) as a warming center or to charge devices in the event of a power outage, contact the Fanwood Police Department’non-emergency number 908-322-5000. A significant winter storm is likely throughout the region this weekend. The latest weather forecasts have snow beginning Saturday night and continuing through Sunday evening, possibly into Monday morning. There is a potential of up to 12 inches of total accumulation for our area. Please plan accordingly for a snowy weekend and potential impacts for commuters on Monday morning. A few notes for Fanwood residents: 1. Vehicles should be parked off the street and into driveways to allow Public Works to plow roadways and parking lots. 2. Residents must shovel and clear snow/ice from their sidewalks after the snowfall has ended. Vehicles must be cleared of snow as well before being driven. 3. Power outages should be reported directly to PSEG by texting "OUT" to "4PSEG" (47734), by calling 1-800-436-PSEG, or through the PSEG app. 4. If you need to use our Carriage House (directly next to Borough Hall) as a warming center or to charge devices in the event of a power outage, contact the Fanwood Police Department’non-emergency number 908-322-5000. A significant winter storm is likely throughout the region this weekend. The latest weather forecasts have snow beginning Saturday night and continuing through Sunday evening, possibly into Monday morning. There is a potential of up to 12 inches of total accumulation for our area. Please plan accordingly for a snowy weekend and potential impacts for commuters on Monday morning. A few notes for Fanwood residents: 1. Vehicles should be parked off the street and into driveways to allow Public Works to plow roadways and parking lots. 2. Residents must shovel and clear snow/ice from their sidewalks after the snowfall has ended. Vehicles must be cleared of snow as well before being driven. 3. Power outages should be reported directly to PSEG by texting "OUT" to "4PSEG" (47734), by calling 1-800-436-PSEG, or through the PSEG app. 4. If you need to use our Carriage House (directly next to Borough Hall) as a warming center or to charge devices in the event of a power outage, contact the Fanwood Police Department’s non-emergency number 908-322-5000.
Fanwood to Hold Hearing on Bidder Prequalification Regulations for Train Station Restoration
(Fanwood, NJ) – The Borough Council approved a resolution Tuesday night setting a public hearing for Tuesday, February 17 at 7 pm on bidder pre-qualification regulations for the exterior restoration of the Historic Fanwood Train Station. The Borough received a $500,000 state grant last year in support of the project. The Train Station was built ...
Bradford Hayes Trio to Perform Live at Fanwood Memorial Library Free, All-Ages Jazz Concert on February 5 at 7:00 PM
The Fanwood Memorial Library and the Friends of the Fanwood Memorial Library are proud to present a live jazz performance by the Bradford Hayes Trio on Wednesday, February 5, at 7:00 PM. This special concert is free and open to the public, and music lovers of all ages are warmly invited to attend. Saxophonist Bradford ...
NJ Transit Major Service Changes Begin Feb. 15th
Amtrak will perform a critical series of construction and operational activities to transfer, or “cutover,” rail operations from the existing Portal Bridge to the new Portal North Bridge over the Hackensack River. During this work, trains will only be able to operate on a single track between Newark and Secaucus. See https://www.njtransit.com/portalcutover for details. Raritan ...
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: ...
