Fanwood Police Officer, Scotch Plains EMT Honored for Dedicated Service
Fanwood’s Jack Ross and Scotch Plains’ Ranee Muirhead were honored by Congressman Tom Kean Jr. among 30 first respond...
Fanwood, NJ
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Thursday, October 22, 2026
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Thu, Oct 22 · 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
8 Hathaway Dr, New Providence Boro$999,000 · New Providence · JOSEPH EBERLE
Thu, Oct 22 · 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
468 Charnwood Rd, New Providence Boro$1,250,000 · New Providence · SCOTT SHUMAN
Thu, Oct 22 · 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
17 Old Oak Dr, New Providence Boro$1,449,000 · New Providence · DENISE TORSIELLO
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Headlines
- Fanwood Police Officer, Scotch Plains EMT Honored for Dedicated Service
Fanwood’s Jack Ross and Scotch Plains’ Ranee Muirhead were honored by Congressman Tom Kean Jr. among 30 first responders at his third Hometown Heroes event.
Oct 22, 2026 · Fanwood
- Fanwood Train Station Restoration Moves Ahead
Restoration work continues at Fanwood's 1874 train station, with windows, wood repair and a full exterior repaint supported by a $500,000 state grant.
Oct 21, 2026 · Fanwood
- Fanwood 5K Pizza Run Draws More Than 1,000; Scotch Plains Runner Wins
Eric Murphy of Scotch Plains won the Fanwood 5K Pizza Run on Oct. 18 as more than 1,000 people ran the 5K and Family Fun Run. See the top local times.
Oct 21, 2026 · Fanwood
- Fanwood Gets $1 Million County Grant Toward New Fire Truck
Fanwood received a $1 million Union County Improvement Authority grant toward a new fire truck for its volunteer fire department, with no local match.
Oct 21, 2026 · Fanwood
Sports
- Fanwood 5k Pizza and Family Fun Run Draws Over 1,000 Participants
The Fanwood 5k Pizza and Family Fun Run drew over 1,000 participants on Sunday, Oct. 18, at Borough Hall, with registration up 26 percent over 2025 levels.
Oct 20, 2026 · Fanwood
Local government
- fanwood fall leaf pickup schedule and curbside rules, 2026
The Fanwood Department of Public Works shares curbside leaf placement rules, a tentative fall leaf pickup schedule by quadrant, and reminders about brush restrictions.
Oct 20, 2026 · Fanwood
This Week
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- Charles Studio
Beauty & Personal Care · 256 South Ave
- Forest Road Park
Forest Road near Woodland Ave, Fanwood, NJ
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From around Union County
Mon, Mar 16, 4:00 AM
Cranford Community Farmers MarketDowntown Cranford · Cranford
Fri, Oct 2, 2:30 PM
Adult Cornhole League at Chisholm in Springfield, NJLee Adler Memorial Gymnasium inside the Chisholm Community Center · Springfield
Thu, Oct 15, 3:30 PM
Effa Loves Baseball at Kean UniversityEnlow Recital Hall, Kean University · Union Township
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Today's puzzle
Fanwood doesn't have a big downtown strip or a name that comes up much in Union County conversations — and that's part of why people who live here tend to stay. It's a small borough, just under 8,000 residents, and it carries itself that way: low-key, walkable in the right spots, and genuinely neighborly in a way that larger towns sometimes lose. Union County Life covers Fanwood as part of its ongoing guide to Union County municipalities, and this town rewards a closer look.
How Fanwood Feels Different from Its Neighbors
Compared to Westfield or Cranford, Fanwood is quieter and less commercially developed — which is either a feature or a drawback depending on what you're looking for. There's no main restaurant row, and that's not changing anytime soon. What you do get is a real residential feel, streets lined with mature trees, and a sense that the town hasn't been polished for outside consumption.
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Fanwood Train Station Restoration Moves Ahead
Restoration work continues at Fanwood's 1874 train station, with windows, wood repair and a full exterior repaint sup...
Fanwood 5K Pizza Run Draws More Than 1,000; Scotch Plains Runner Wins
Eric Murphy of Scotch Plains won the Fanwood 5K Pizza Run on Oct. 18 as more than 1,000 people ran the 5K and Family...
Fanwood Gets $1 Million County Grant Toward New Fire Truck
Fanwood received a $1 million Union County Improvement Authority grant toward a new fire truck for its volunteer fire...
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Holly Jolly Vendor and Craft Fair in Fanwood, NJ
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The north side of the Historic Train Station on North Avenue, Fanwood, NJ.
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About Fanwood
When is trash pickup in Fanwood?+
Trash and recycling schedules vary by street in Fanwood. Visit the Fanwood municipal website or contact Public Works for your specific pickup day. Most Union County municipalities offer online schedule lookup by address.
What school district covers Fanwood?+
Fanwood is served by its local public school district within Union County, NJ. The district includes elementary, middle, and high school levels. Visit the New Jersey Department of Education website or the Fanwood municipal site for enrollment information and school assignments by address.
How do I get a parking permit in Fanwood?+
Parking permits in Fanwood are issued through the municipal clerk or parking authority. Requirements and fees vary. Contact Fanwood Borough Hall or Township Hall directly, or visit the municipal website for current permit applications and residential parking zone information.
What are the best parks in Fanwood?+
Fanwood offers a variety of parks and recreational spaces maintained by the municipality and Union County Parks system. Warinanco Park, Echo Lake Park, and Nomahegan Park are among the most popular county parks. Visit ucnj.org/parks for the full county parks directory, or check the Fanwood municipal website for local park listings.
How do I contact Fanwood municipal offices?+
The Fanwood municipal offices handle permits, licenses, tax payments, and general resident services. Contact information is available on the official Fanwood municipal website. Most Union County municipalities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact the local police non-emergency line.
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