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Heat Advisory in Effect Through 8 PM on Friday

A HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH 8 PM ON FRIDAY What Heat index values up to near 100 expected. Where Portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York. When Through 8 PM Friday. Impacts Hot temperatures and high ...

June 11th, 2026|

Community Read: Declaration of Independence

Join us at the Fanwood Memorial Library on Wednesday, July 8 at 6:00 PM for a Community Read of the Declaration of Independence. Communities across the country will be participating in this shared civic event. Crafts and light refreshments will ...

June 8th, 2026|

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 ...

June 5th, 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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Reminder from the Tax Collector’s Office

Second quarter taxes were due on May 1st. The final day to pay without penalty is May 11th. There are many convenient ways to pay your bill: View your account and make a payment online at https://wipp.edmundsgovtech.cloud/home?wippId=2005 Use the dropbox located on the wall by the front entrance of Borough Hall ...

May 4th, 2026|

Tax Collection Services Update (Effective May 1, 2026)

The Borough of Fanwood has entered into a shared services agreement with the Township of Scotch Plains for tax collection services, approved by the Borough Council on April 6, 2026. Under this agreement, Scotch Plains will assume responsibility for Tax Collector duties for Fanwood for a five-year term, ...

May 1st, 2026|

Fanwood First Responders Awarded Shield Awards

(Scotch Plains, NJ) – Fanwood First Responders were honored at the annual Father Nelligan Chapter of the Knights of Columbus annual Shield Awards on Tuesday night. The ceremony recognizes First Responders from Fanwood and Scotch Plains, including police, fire, and EMS, for exemplary community service, dedication, and bravery. ...

April 30th, 2026|

2026 NJLM Photo Contest Winner!

Congratulations to 2026 NJLM Photo Contest Winner Brian Celardo! This annual contest encourages residents to take photos of their local attractions, downtown areas, economic development initiatives, parks, city halls, community groups, and new projects. Keep an eye out for next year's submission date!    

April 30th, 2026|