Lost: Bulldog Pair Missing Near Essex Taco Bell

These little ladies escaped their family's yard near Eastern Avenue.

Pair of Pups Found at Intersection of Bird River, Wampler Roads

The Sheltie was found wearing tags from Carney Animal Hospital.

Two-Fur-One: Stray Cats Found in Middle River

The pair arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on March 15 and March 16.

Essex Stray Cat Roundup: Who's Hanging at the Shelter

Four friendly felines were recently picked up in Essex. Do you recognize your former, or future, furry friend?

Found: Being Lost Can't Keep This Pit Bull Down

The excited stray was found on Coralthorn Road in Middle River. She arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on March 13.

Maryland SPCA's 21st Annual March for the Animals

Register now for the March for the Animals, a walk-a-thon and festival to benefit homeless animals.

Old Fullerton Plaza Kmart Building to Host Wee-Cycle Mart, She-Cycle Mart

Huge Kids and Ladies Consignment Sale to take over former Kmart building at Fullerton Plaza for 1 week only! 3 Day sale March 18 to 20.

Found: Smiling Dog in Essex

The wide-eyed stray arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on March 9.

Found: Mixed Breed Dog Picked Up in Middle River

The big stray arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on March 9.

Update: Baby Girl Returned to Family After Wandering Off

Contrary to former reports, pretzels and water were left for the pup by a misguided good Samaritan.

Found: Pit Bull Picked Up in Middle River

The stray arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Feb. 24.

Found: Female Pit Bull Picked Up on Wampler Road

The black-and-white pup arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Feb. 22.

Found: Brindle Terrier Lost in Middle River

The stray arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Feb. 19.

Found: Stray Cat Picked Up in Essex

The brown Tabby arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Feb. 17.

Found: Grumpy Grey Cat Lost in Essex

The male cat arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Feb. 16.

Patch Guide to Being Single in Essex

Don’t have a date for Valentine’s Day? Don’t worry about it. Here’s a list of local hot spots for singles this weekend.

Vendors Wanted for Spring 2016 Consignment Sale Event

Vendors Wanted for consignment sale as seen in Balto. Magazine.

Found: Double Trouble Picked Up on Stemmers Run Road

The cats arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 29.

Found: Stray Dog Found in Essex

The black Chow Chow arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 27.

BARCS BFF Waggin Adoption Event at Crossfit Perry Hall

Come out and find your new furever friend with the BARCS BFF Waggin at the Crossfit Perry Hall location from on Feb. 27.

What Is There Too Much of In Essex? Readers Respond

We asked Patch Readers what they thought there was an abundance of in Essex. You answered with the good, bad and the unnecessary.

Unified Community Connections Names Penny Lynch Board Chair

Lynch joined the Unified Community Connections board in 2010 and has served as chair of the board’s quality assurance committee.

Quit Tobacco at the Essex Library

A free "Up in Smoke" quit smoking program is starting at the Essex branch of the Baltimore County Library!

Found: Male Cat Found in Baltimore County

The friendly kitty has been taken to a local pet E.R.

Lost: Snow-White Dog Missing in Middle River

12-year-old Bentley is deaf and has been missing since Jan. 24.

Baltimore County Residents Lend a Hand: Reader Stories

We asked Patch Readers if they’ve seen any good deeds during “Snowzilla.” Here are some warming stories about your helpful neighbors.

1st Mariner Bank Welcomes Anthony Hamiel

Anthony Hamiel will serve as a financial advisor.

Hair Cuttery's Share-a-Haircut Program to Benefit Homeless

For every haircut purchased Feb. 1-2, a free haircut will be donated to a person in need.

Found: Catahoula Leopard Dog in Essex

The dappled dog arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 3.

10 Businesses Patch Readers Want to See in Essex

We asked. You answered. Find out which businesses your neighbors would love to see open in Essex.

Found: Husky Lost in Middle River

The blue-eyed pup arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 5.

Found: Stray Pit Bull From Middle River

The black-and-white pooch arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 5.

Found: Pit Bull Found in Essex

The gray lady arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 4.

Found: Stray Lab Picked Up in Essex

The tan pup arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 4.

Lost: Stray Brittany Found in Essex

The brown and white pup arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Jan. 1.

Lost: Princess Is Missing From Middle River

The 13-year-old black lab is microchipped. She has been missing since Dec. 31.

BARCS BFF Waggin Adoption Event at Merritt Athletic Club

BARCS is having a Dog and Cat adoption event at the Merritt Athletic Club White Marsh 1/3/2016 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Found: Lhasa Apso in Essex

The pup arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Dec. 22.

Found: Stray Pug From Middle River

The pudgy pup arrived at Baltimore County Animal Services on Dec. 22.

Lost: Essex Dog Needs Seizure Medication

Missy has been missing from the Victory Villa area for almost 2 weeks.