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Fanwood New Jersey
Fanwood New Jersey

Irish Festival draws a crowd

Thanks to everyone who attended the Fanwood Irish Festival on Saturday, 3/11 & Sunday, 3/12. The two-day celebration of Irish food, music and dancing was sponsored by Sheelen’s Crossing Bar/Restaurant and other local businesses.  The heated tent provided a perfect venue for a late-winter revelry that included performances from Blarney’s Stew, Michael Murphy, Billy Wilkins, and the Shea ...

March 13th, 2017|

Fanwood Police join “Project Medicine Drop” initiative

Fanwood and Scotch Plains Police Departments today announced that they have joined the New Jersey Attorney General’s “Project Medicine Drop” initiative, and have installed Project Medicine Drop boxes at both police headquarters. Today’s announcement makes it easier and more convenient than ever for Fanwood and Scotch Plains residents to take an active role in the ...

February 16th, 2017|

County celebrates Black History Month with events, awards

Union County celebrates Black History Month with a free performance honoring famed Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Union County Preforming Arts Center in Rahway. Sponsored by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs under the ...

February 8th, 2017|

Fanwood Receives ROID Grant Award for 2017

The Borough of Fanwood has received a Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities for 2017 from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. The grant will fund additional programming  to include children with disabilities in sports programs and teen social nights,  building on the success of Fanwood’s existing program.    The project unites Fanwood and ...

January 17th, 2017|

Fanwood welcomes Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr joined members of Kessler Rehabilitation Center and the business community at 246 South Avenue for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, January 11.  The new center offers physical therapy, sports medicine, and work health services. Photo : From left to right: President Bill Anastassatos, Michele Beltram, Felicia Butts, Rich Romano, Anthony D’Anza, ...

January 13th, 2017|

Officials are sworn in at Fanwood Reorganization meeting

Congrats to Council members Kathy Mitchell and Tom Kranz, sworn in during Fanwood's annual reorganization meeting on Monday, January 2, 2017. Kathy begins her 7th term, Tom his 2nd. View the full photo album here.

January 3rd, 2017|

Holiday recycling tips from PMUA

Separate Gift Boxes from Trash A friendly reminder to recycle and dispose of your holiday gift boxes with your cardboard. Additional Holiday Recycling Tips Be sure to recycle wrapping paper and cardboard boxes with your regular newspaper and cardboard recycle collection. Remember to remove Styrofoam inserts from cardboard boxes, since cardboard can’t be recycled with Styrofoam inside. ...

December 29th, 2016|

Christmas Tree Pick Up

Christmas tree pickup begins on Tuesday, January 3 and continues through the end of January. Pickup is town wide and trees must be left on the curb OUT of traffic. No wreaths or garlands will be picked up, just trees.

December 27th, 2016|

Fanwood Community Members recognized at Council Meeting

Volunteers of the Month for December were Fanwood firefighters Frank Dietl and Doug Germinder, designated Santa’s helpers during the annual Santa Parade through Fanwood this past Saturday. The Santa Parade is a decades-old tradition in which Santa Claus goes door to door through the town delivering presents to our children. The planning and execution takes ...

December 20th, 2016|

Helpful Anti-Theft Tips for the Holiday Season

As the seasonal holidays draw near , the hectic rush of shopping, traveling and preparing for visitors can put consumers at greater risk for scams, fraud and theft. The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders reminds residents that they can take a few simple steps to protect themselves.  “To ensure that you are protected, start ...

December 19th, 2016|