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Fanwood-Garwood Shared Municipal Court
The Borough of Fanwood and the Borough of Garwood officially launched a shared municipal court on February 1, 2026, marking a new shared service designed to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen regional cooperation between the two communities. The shared ...
Celebrating Black History Month
Dr. Peter Norvel Britton, Jr., who passed away in 2000, was a long-time Kramer Manor resident in Fanwood and Scotch Plains. Dr. Britton was the first black member of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education and the board’s first black ...
Historical Society to Host Program on Kramer Manor
The Historical Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood will host a February 24 evening program on Kramer Manor, a historic Black community in Fanwood and Scotch Plains that celebrated its centennial in 2024. Kramer Manor is also part of the ...
“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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Cold Weather Advisory
Due to below freezing temperatures, the Carriage House will be utilized as a warming station for those that need it. Call the Fanwood Police non-emergency line at 908-322-5000 for further assistance.
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...