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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
“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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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 May 7th, 1948, and hasn’t stopped since. The ...
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 Program will continue to recognize those Veterans (living ...
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 a Fair Share Housing Plan to provide housing ...
Women’s History Month Honoring Mayor Patricia M. Kuran
Mayor Patricia M. Kuran, Fanwood’s First Woman and First Democratic Mayor During Women’s History Month throughout March, we are celebrating those women with Fanwood roots who are or have made a difference. This week we are recognizing Patricia M. Kuran who served as Fanwood’s first woman and ...