'Suzanne Truly Embodies The Spirit Of' Patch Community Leader

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

NJ Boat Safety Classes and Exams Available! (NASBLA Approved!)

Whether in-person versus online – Take your boat safety course and be ready for boating season!

Congregation Beth Israel Welcomes Jacob Greenberg as its New Cantor

Scotch Plains Synagogue Welcomes New Cantor

Scotch Plains Rescue Squad Auxiliary thanks community for its support

A fun and filling pancake breakfast event

Congregation Beth Israel Plans Farewell Weekend for Cantor Axelrod

Scotch Plains Synagogue to Host Weekend Events To Say Farewell to Cantor Matt Axelrod After 33 Years

Congregation Beth Israel to Hold Open House for Prospective Members

Scotch Plains Synagogue to Hold Open House During its End-of-Year Celebration

Scotch Plains Rescue Squad’s Annual Pancake Breakfast

Enjoy great food, win fun prizes and meet your neighbors

Moonglowers Jazz Festival Coming To Scotch Plains

Jazz lovers, get ready to be treated to a night of jazz from various area high school ensembles.

Food Truck & Vendor Festival Coming To Scotch Plains

If you’re looking to try a variety of local cuisine and artisan crafts at one event, look no further.

Easter Celebration Coming To Scotch Plains’ Cannonball House

Enjoy Easter egg games, a make-your-own bunny mask craft and candy treats, as well as guided tours of the historical property.

Fanwood’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Coming In April

Fanwood Recreation is slated to host its annual Easter egg hunt at Forest Road Park next month. Here's what to know:

Fanwood Library Closed Due To ‘Plumbing Emergency’

The Fanwood Memorial Library is closed until a plumbing issue is resolved. Here’s when you may be able to return books:

How Irish Is Fanwood? See U.S. Census Numbers

Are Irish eyes smiling in Fanwood? Here’s how your town’s Irish heritage population compares to the rest of the Garden State:

Scotch Plains 5K Run, Walk Coming This Month

Prizes will be available for several divisions, officials said. A Fun Run and kids’ activities will also be offered.

Scotch Plains Screening To Discuss NJ’s History Of Slavery

A documentary screening surrounding NJ’s history of slavery is set to take place in Scotch Plains later this month.

Scotch Plains Church Celebrates 75 Years With Event Series

The church has performed nearly 11,400 baptisms, 2,900 weddings and countless masses throughout its seven-decade run.

Scotch Plains-Fanwood HS Theatre’s ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ To Open

Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School’s annual musical production, a musical-comedy parodying Jazz Age musicals, is set to open this week.

Renovated LaGrande Playground Celebrates Grand Opening: See What's New

The family playground, located at 170-204 La Grande Avenue, now touts new swings, slides, climbing structures and more.

Fanwood ‘Safe Place’ Initiative Seeks To Help Hate Crime Victims

Bias crimes in New Jersey increased last year, per state records. Here’s the plan to curb incidents in Fanwood and keep victims safe:

Fanwood Third Grader Gets Key To The Borough For Fundraising Efforts

The McGinn Elementary School student raised money for the fire department at her family’s store, John's Meat Market in Scotch Plains.

New Fanwood Library Breaks Ground: See Projected Opening Date

A new Fanwood library, which has been in the works for over a decade, finally broke ground this week. When is it set to open?

Scotch Plains Gets $626K From Feds For Covered Bridge Restoration

Scotch Plains has acquired over $626,000 in federal funding to restore the historic wooden bridge at Clover Lane, township officials said.

Scotch Plains Casino Fundraiser Night Coming To Temple Sholom

The annual fundraiser for Scotch Plains’ Temple Sholom is back in 2023 and open to the public. Here's what to know:

Scotch Plains 2024 Budget: Inflation Hinders Flat Spending, Mayor Says

Inflation isn’t just being felt at the grocery store, says Scotch Plains Mayor Josh Losardo. It's felt at the municipal level, too.

Scotch Plains Food Truck Festival Coming This Spring

The food festival is still seeking vendors to participate. Here’s what you need to know:

Here's Why Lucia & Racquel Are Star Students In Scotch Plains-Fanwood

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's 2 residents who are having an impact in Scotch Plains.

Union Catholic Track Star Sydney McLaughlin Stars In New ESPN Ad

The Olympic gold medalist starred in a new ESPN commercial for the "This Is SportsCenter" ad campaign.

Scotch Plains Rescue Squad Auxiliary Pancake Breakfast

Donations Needed For Gift Baskets

Service for Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month

Congregation Beth Israel To Host Union County Havdalah Service in Observance of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month

Black History Month Dinner & Comedy Show To Be Held In Scotch Plains

The event will be held at the historic Shady Rest Clubhouse — the first African-American country club in the United States.

Congregation Beth Israel Sponsors a Ukrainian Family

Scotch Plains Synagogue Forms Welcome Circle to Sponsor a Ukrainian Family

'Safe Place Initiative' Launched In Scotch Plains

Three Scotch Plains businesses have been designated as "safe places" for victims of hate crimes, such as bullying, under the new initiative.

Star Students: Help Patch Honor Excelling Students In Scotch Plains

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Scotch Plains with contributions big and small.

Scotch Plains Native Named 2023 Presidential Leadership Scholar

Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School alumnus David Baumwoll has been named one of 60 presidential scholars from around the country.

Fanwood Library Seeks To Establish Non-Profit To Support New Facility

Fanwood Memorial Library is looking to launch a non-profit to support the new facility that is set to be completed by 2024.

Chef From Scotch Plains Competes On 'Jeopardy!'

Francis Englert is the sous-chef at Darby Road Pub in Scotch Plains. He was also a contestant on 'Jeopardy!' Wednesday night.

Fanwood Library Demolished To Make Way For New Facility

Fanwood Memorial Library was reduced to rubble on Tuesday, as the town plans to build a new, modern facility in the spring.

Top News Stories In Scotch Plains-Fanwood In 2022

What happened in Scotch Plains-Fanwood this year? Check out some of the most important and most-viewed stories of 2022.

Local Leader in the Fight Against Blood Cancer!

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society New Jersey Region hosted an 8-week fundraising challenge to spread awareness & raise funds for blood cancer.

New Plastic Recycling Program Launched In Scotch Plains

This is the first countywide plastic film recycling effort to launch in New Jersey, according to the township.