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Celebrating Black History Month

Robert W. Lee, Sr., a former Fanwood and Scotch Plains resident, was the second eldest child of William and Alma Lee. Mr. Lee was educated in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school system, graduating in 1951. He attended the John Jay College ...

February 9th, 2026|
Fanwood Wins 2019 Best Small Town in NJ Showdown
Fanwood on list of NJ's 15 Hottest real estate markets
Fanwood: A NJ Model of TOD 18 Years in the Making
Fanwood Wins for Downtown Redevelopment!

“Almost two decades of hard work is now paying off for our citizens as we see property values rising and young families taking root in our thriving town.”
— Mayor Colleen Mahr

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NJLM 2026 Show Off Your City Photo Contest

Calling all Fanwoodians!  The 2026 Show Off Your City Photo Contest is now accepting entries! Submit your photos by February 6 and showcase the beauty of your municipality. We’re looking for images that highlight tourist attractions, parks, community projects, downtown areas, and economic development initiatives. More and contest ...

January 27th, 2026|

Winter Storm Update: January 26 at 10:00am Public Works crews continue to clear borough roadways following the recent winter storm. Throughout the day crews will be clearing sidewalks at borough-owned properties. Sidewalk Reminders: To ensure the safety of pedestrians, please remember that per Section 259-22 of the Borough Code, ...

January 26th, 2026|

Borough Hall Closed on Monday, January 26

Borough Hall will be closed tomorrow, January 26, due to the winter storm. Borough staff will be checking messages throughout the day. The Borough staff directory can be accessed using this link:  Contact - Borough of Fanwood (https://fanwoodnj.org/contact/) NJ Transit services remains impacted by the storm. For the ...

January 25th, 2026|

Winter Storm Update (1/25 at 12:30 pm):

Public Works crews are currently plowing borough roadways. All streets are snow covered. Please move cars off the street. Do not shovel snow into the street. The borough urges everyone to stay home and avoid walking within or along roadways.

January 25th, 2026|