Missing Union County Dog Sparks Search, Cranford Crash Damages Farm Stand

Also, Cranford residents find friendship through paper crafts at local library

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:38am

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A vibrant, high-contrast silkscreen print of a dog collar or leash repeated in a grid pattern, capturing the emotional urgency of a community search for a lost pet.The search for a missing Union County dog has sparked community-wide efforts to locate the beloved pet.Cranford Today

A dog named Trouble has gone missing in Union County, prompting a widespread search effort by his Scotch Plains family. Meanwhile, a recent DUI crash in Cranford damaged a local farm stand and knocked down a utility pole. In other news, Cranford residents are finding creativity and connection through a paper-crafting group at the Kenilworth Public Library.

Why it matters

The search for the missing dog highlights the community's concern for lost pets, while the DUI crash raises ongoing issues around road safety in Cranford. The paper-crafting group demonstrates how local programs can foster social bonds and personal growth.

The details

Trouble, a dog from Scotch Plains, went missing during a stay with a sitter in Clark. His family has canvassed the area with flyers, hired search teams, and contacted police, but they're still hoping a local sighting or surveillance video will help bring him home. In a separate incident, a Clark man was charged with DUI after crashing into a Cranford farm stand and knocking down a utility pole. The crash has renewed concerns about traffic safety in the town. Meanwhile, Cranford residents are finding friendship and creativity through the 'Paper Pals' program at the Kenilworth Public Library, where they meet three times a month to make handmade cards and other paper crafts.

  • Trouble the dog went missing in Clark in early April 2026.
  • The DUI crash in Cranford occurred recently.
  • The 'Paper Pals' program at the Kenilworth Public Library meets three times a month.

The players

Trouble

A missing dog from Scotch Plains whose trail was last picked up in Clark.

Clark man

An individual charged with DUI after crashing into a Cranford farm stand and knocking down a utility pole.

Marge Romano

A Cranford resident who participates in the 'Paper Pals' program at the Kenilworth Public Library.

Eileen Bremer

A Cranford resident who participates in the 'Paper Pals' program at the Kenilworth Public Library.

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What they’re saying

“The paper-crafting group has boosted their confidence and eased loneliness.”

— Marge Romano, Cranford resident

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the Clark man charged with DUI out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of lost pets and road safety in Cranford, while also showcasing the power of community-based programs to bring people together and foster personal growth.