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Happy 78th Anniversary to Fanwood Rescue Squad!

Happy 78th anniversary to the Fanwood Rescue Squad. The squad was formed in 1948 by members of the Fanwood Fire Company who recognized the Borough’s need for their own rescue squad. The squad took its first call for service on ...

March 12th, 2026|

Hometown Hero Banner Program 2026

The Township of Scotch Plains and the Borough of Fanwood are opening up the Hometown Heroes Banner Program for the 2026 season, seeking to honor our local Veterans and those currently serving in the United States Armed Forces.  The Banner ...

March 11th, 2026|

Affordable Housing Information

Fanwood is proud to be a diverse, family-oriented community. As such, the Borough supports varied housing opportunities for all ages and circumstances, including housing which reflects socioeconomic diversity. Additionally, like all NJ municipalities, Fanwood is required by law to have ...

March 8th, 2024|
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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Celebrating Black History Month

This week we celebrate Shavanne Williams-Robinson, of Fanwood, as a Black business owner whose story reflects courage, cultural pride, and a commitment to uplifting families — one smile at a time. Shavanne is the owner of Speak Eat Smile Therapy, a New Jersey-based practice that provides individualized speech-language, ...

February 25th, 2026|

Winter Storm Update: February 23 at 7 pm

Fanwood Borough Hall will have a delayed opening tomorrow, February 24. Offices are scheduled to open at 9:00 am. The Department of Public Works has been working tirelessly throughout the day continuing with snow removal since Sunday evening.  Due to the extent of the storm, these operations will ...

February 23rd, 2026|