Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch

02/11/2024

We asked readers if it’s time to adopt permanent daylight savings or standard time, or if we should keep changing our clocks twice a year.

We asked readers if it's time to adopt permanent daylight savings or standard time, or if we should keep changing our clocks twice a year.

02/11/2024

Earlier sunset times also mean earlier sunrises, so here's when to look for the sun once Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday morning.

02/11/2024

Daytime temperatures in New Jersey climbed into the upper 70s this past week when they are usually in the mid-60s throughout October.

01/11/2024

Police said the child's outfit caught fire as she passed a lit candle while trick-or-treating. A nearby resident helped put out the flames.

01/11/2024

While the driver had minor injuries, the driver's 19-year-old sister was pronounced dead at the scene on Thursday night.

01/11/2024

A new survey reveals the cities where residents are least tolerant of a neighbor's political yard sign. See which 3 NJ towns made the list.

01/11/2024

Here's what to know about these recently-signed laws in the Garden State.

01/11/2024

The bed bugs are specifically in one dormitory.

The students say since March into September they've seen bed bugs and been bitten. Fumigation measures are not working, the students say:

01/11/2024

Wildfires continue to burn throughout the region during the drought.

31/10/2024

The recall followed a routine sampling by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration that revealed that products contained asbestos.

31/10/2024

Six Stop & Shop locations are closing for good at 3 p.m. on Halloween, Patch has learned.

31/10/2024

The shop offers customers the chance to build their own custom ice cream cookie or brownie sandwich.

31/10/2024

State police in New York are seeking a black Dodge Charger with temporary New Jersey tags, after a trooper was shot on Long Island.

31/10/2024

Does this sound good or gross?

If you'd like to get the scent of those seasonal flavors in your home ahead of Thanksgiving, you're in luck.

30/10/2024

The Westfield Watcher, the New Jersey Devil and maybe even a possessed doll? The Garden State has its share of home grown chills.

30/10/2024

JUST IN:

The newspaper's owners said declining circulation, rising costs, and a reduced demand for print publications led them to this decision.

30/10/2024

States will be allowed to apply for a waiver to accept digital identification cards​​ —​ as long as they comply with REAL ID protocols.

30/10/2024

The fire was reported around 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday, said police.

30/10/2024

One of your neighbors published an article in the Community Corner section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

One of your neighbors posted in Community Corner. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

29/10/2024

The bacteria that causes this lung infection is easily spread by coughing or sneezing, and cases have been increasing since the spring.

29/10/2024

Cast your vote for which school will win a game-changing T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights football field tech upgrade! 🏈 (Sponsored)

T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights is giving 16 high schools $25,000 and a chance to win a game-changing upgrade.

29/10/2024

Americans are predicted to spend about $4 billion on candy for this Halloween, according to one report. See the latest prices for NJ.

29/10/2024

The detective defended herself during the home invasion, shooting a suspect before her death, authorities said. The suspects then drove to an area hospital for treatment of the wound.

Affidavits shed new light on the alleged murder of Sgt. Monica Mosley, but the motive remains unclear.

29/10/2024

There are two simple ways to check if the state is holding on to any of your missing money or property, and to file a claim.

29/10/2024

One of your neighbors published an article in the Seasonal & Holidays section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

One of your neighbors posted in Seasonal & Holidays. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)