Union County News

Dan Kranz was officially sworn in as captain of the Fanwood Police Department during the Borough Council meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. Kranz, a Fanwood native, has served as officer in charge and now assumes the permanent role of captain. He has earned an MBA, graduated from the FBI National Academy, and served as an instructor with the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police.

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA Swim Team kicked off long course season while giving back through a clothing fundraiser and volunteering at Special Olympics.

Fanwood Borough published a FAQ explaining how the Sewer Utility works, what fees support, and why infrastructure investments matter. Find answers online.

Fanwood's Party in the Park drew families to LaGrande Park June 30 with inflatables, karate, food, and Zootopia 2. Movies continue Tuesday nights through August 11.

Westfield Memorial Library's free "Unearth a Story" summer reading program is underway for ages birth through grade 12. Register at wmlnj.beanstack.org.

Megan McNally named first principal of La Grande Elementary in Fanwood, opening September 2026 for pre-K students in Scotch Plains-Fanwood school district.

Scotch Plains marked America's 250th anniversary June 26 with a Park Avenue parade, veteran tributes at the Baptist Church, and remarks from local leaders. (155 characters — verified, unchanged)

Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School celebrated the Class of 2026 graduation Wednesday, June 24, capping years of academic, artistic, and athletic achievement.

Fanwood's 2026 sewer utility bills are due July 1, with a grace period extended to July 30 and an appeal deadline of July 15. Here's how to pay and appeal.

Fanwood officials confirmed new speed limit reductions and traffic changes on LaGrande, Martine, Hunter and Terrill aimed at cutting crashes across the borough.

Fanwood's Summer Fan Jam filled La Grande Park with live bands, 25 classic cars, food trucks and craft vendors for Father's Day weekend 2026.

Fanwood flood watch issued for June 22: 1 to 2 inches of rain per hour expected, heaviest 3 to 11 p.m. Avoid flooded roads and downed lines, officials say.

Scotch Plains students were among 2,578 honored on SUNY Cortland's Spring 2026 Dean's List for academic excellence with a 3.3 GPA or higher.

Fanwood's annual Party in the Park drew families to LaGrande Park for inflatables, music, food, and a free screening of The Wild Robot to open summer 2025.

Thinking about moving to Fanwood, NJ? Union County Life breaks down the neighborhoods, commute, schools, and home prices in this Union County borough.

Fanwood, NJ real estate in 2026 — pricing, inventory, school district demand, and commute access in this Union County borough.