BOROUGH NEWS
NJ DEP Blue Acres Consultation Events
In response to the recent flash flooding on July 14th, the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Blue Acres program is offering in-person and online opportunities in August for homeowners to learn about the voluntary buyout program. These consultations provide personalized buyout guidance and support to those affected by ...
Large Turnout at Fanwood’s National Night Out Celebration
(Fanwood, NJ) – A large turnout of Fanwood families came out for the Borough’s annual National Night Out celebration Tuesday night at LaGrande Park. National Night Out is an annual community building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie – to make our neighborhood a safer and ...
Borough Hall to Close at 2 pm Due to State of Emergency
Borough Hall will close at 2 pm today, July 31, due to a State of Emergency declared by Acting Governor Tahesha Way due to the potential for flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and damaging wind gusts. Please stay off the roadways and remain indoors.
Flood Watch Issued for Union County
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for northern New Jersey counties including Union County from Wednesday, July 30 from 2:40 PM until Friday, August 1 at 2:00 PM. Scattered to numerous instances of urban, poor drainage and riverine flash flooding are possible. Localized severe flooding ...
PUBLIC NOTICES
Spotted Lantern Fly is in Fanwood!
There have been numerous sightings of the Spotted Lantern Fly, an invasive species of insect that destroys black walnut trees, grapevines, and other important plants. Residents are advised to kill them on sight. More details in this story from TapInto.net. If you see one, you should also report ...
A message from Mayor Mahr on Sewer Utility Bills
Dear Fanwoodians, This week, I heard many voices of frustration and anger over the sewer utility bills that arrived in our mailboxes. I can assure you, the criticisms, concerns and, in some cases, pure shock over these bills hit home. My own bill increased from $143 to $600. ...
Cooling Center Now Open at Carriage House
A cooling station is available at the Carriage House, Watson Road behind Borough Hall, from 8 AM to 6 PM, now through Saturday. Those who require transportation may call the Fanwood PD non-emergency number, 908-322-5000. Don’t forget to bring any medications.
Recycling TOMORROW for King St. and Pandick Ct.
Due to paving operations on King Street, the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority will pick up recycling tomorrow, August 5, first thing in the morning before paving begins on both King Street and Pandick Court. It’s a good idea to remember to put your recycling out tonight to avoid ...