BOROUGH NEWS
Scotch Plains and Fanwood Unite to Advance E-Bike Safety Reforms Following Tragic Accident
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – In the aftermath of a heartbreaking e-bike accident that claimed the life of a 13-year-old resident, leaders from Scotch Plains and Fanwood joined Senate President Nick Scutari and Union County officials Wednesday to call for urgent reforms to New Jersey’s e-bike regulations. The press ...
Statement from Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, Borough Council and Fanwood Police Department
We are heartbroken that a young child was involved in an accident and killed this afternoon in Scotch Plains. On behalf of the Borough, we extend our deepest condolences to all that loved him and stand with his family and share their grief. We are one SPF community ...
Ellis Angel Brings Banned Books Art to Fanwood Memorial Library
Fanwood, NJ -- The Fanwood Memorial Library, Ellis Angel, a Scotch Plains-based artist and activist, and PEN America will present “The Censor's Cut: Weavings for Intellectual Freedom,” an art installation of paper weavings taken from shredded banned books. The public is invited to view the exhibit at the ...
Train Station Pedestrian Bridge Repairs
On or about September 18, 2025, New Jersey Transit will begin repairs to the pedestrian walkway bridge that connects the north and south side train stations. During this time, the bridge will be open to commuters, however, access may be delayed for a short period of time during ...
PUBLIC NOTICES
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR 2020 PROPERTY TAX REIMBURSEMENT APPLICATION
THE STATE RECENTLY MAILED OUT 2020 PROPERTY TAX REIMBURSEMENT APPLICATIONS TO ELIGIBLE HOMEOWNERS. THERE IS A PAGE IN THE BOOKLET THAT REQUIRES THE VERIFICATION AND SIGNATURE OF THE TAX COLLECTOR. SINCE OUR OFFICE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC BECAUSE OF ONGOING CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE ONE OF THE ...
Recycling Center will be Open next on Saturday, 3/6
Recycling Center Open Saturday, March 6, 2021, from 8 am to 11 am.
Public Notice: February 17, 2021 Planning Board Meeting Cancelled
PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Meeting Cancellation The Planning Board of the Borough of Fanwood has canceled the February 17, 2021, Virtual Agenda Meeting previously scheduled for 7:30 PM. The following regularly scheduled Planning Board meeting will be held virtually on February 24, 2021 at 7:30 PM. Connectivity information is ...