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Flood Watch Issued for This Afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for 15 New Jersey counties starting Monday afternoon, with rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour expected during severe thunderstorms. The heaviest rain is expected this afternoon from 3:00pm-11:00pm.Please ...
Borough Hall will be closed today, Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth
The Borough of Fanwood recognizes Juneteenth, a day honoring freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. As communities across the country commemorate this important moment in history, we encourage residents to reflect, learn, and celebrate the contributions of Black ...
Groundwork Elizabeth Plants Apple Tree at Borough Hall
On June 16, members of Groundwork Elizabeth planted an apple tree at Fanwood Borough Hall as part of Union County’s 2026 Plant a Seed Program. The Fruitful Futures Community Tree Grant provides a fruit tree to be planted on-site, serving as ...
“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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Annual Torch Run for Special Olympics
Fanwood Police Lt. Dan Kranz participated today in the 43rd annual Law Enforcement Torch Run, an annual fundraiser for the New Jersey Special Olympics. Police officers across New Jersey participate by carrying the torch from town to town, meeting up with fellow officers in different municipalities. The group ...
Large Turnout for 13th Annual Fanwood Ladies Night Out
(Fanwood) – A beautiful spring night resulted in hundreds of women shopping and socializing in the downtown at Thursday’s 13th annual Fanwood Ladies Night Out featuring music and shopping. The first 250 ladies who registered for the event received a free goody bag. Ladies Night is supported by ...
Estimated Tax Bills are in the Mail
2026 Estimated tax bills have been mailed. This estimated bill shows the third quarter tax amount which is due on August 1st. The last day to pay without penalty is Monday August 10th. You will receive a reconciled final tax bill later this year for Q4 of 2026 ...
Beem Light Sauna Holds Ribbon-Cutting at 282 South Ave.
A ribbon-cutting was held Saturday morning, May 30th, at Beem Light Sauna, 282 South Avenue, Fanwood, an infrared sauna and red light therapy studio. Owners Kara and Ron Shovlin and staff were joined by Fanwood Councilwomen Erin McElroy Barker and Gina Berry, Economic Development Director Liz Jeffery, and ...