Lost and found in Hanover, Massachusetts: where to report and search
Lost items in Hanover are managed by the Police Department, Town Hall, and individual businesses and venues. ReportLost routes your report to the relevant local offices and keeps your report active as we continuously search for matches across local channels.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Hanover
File your report
You describe your lost item, including where and when you lost it. We collect the details needed to contact the right departments and track it down.
We notify the right places
We submit your report to the Hanover Police Department, Town Hall, local animal control if needed, and alert community groups. We handle the routing so you don't have to.
Your report stays active
For 12 months, your report continues searching for matches across local channels and social networks. You'll be notified if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check back every day.
Where Hanover residents report and reclaim lost items
The main channels for lost property in town, and how ReportLost coordinates them
Hanover Police Department
The Police Department holds lost and found items and can help with reports. Personal property can be retrieved by contacting Detective Jonathan Abban. If you file with us, we notify the department on your behalf and provide you the exact contact and next steps.
Hanover Town Hall
Town Hall can direct you to the right department or office depending on where you lost your item. Staff can also answer questions about local services and retrieval procedures.
Hanover Animal Control
If you've lost or found a pet, contact the Animal Control Officer. The town also has an active lost and found pet community. Filing a pet loss report with us ensures Animal Control and local pet groups are alerted right away to help recover your companion.
Community and social networks
Hanover residents share lost and found posts on local Facebook groups and community boards. Our reporting process alerts the active community channels in town so neighbors and residents know to keep an eye out.
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Ready to file your report?
The sooner your report is filed, the sooner it begins working. Once it's in our system, the relevant departments are notified and your report stays active for a full year. You can then focus on other things while we keep searching.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Hanover can be stressful, especially when you're unsure which office to contact first. The Police Department, Town Hall, and individual shops or venues each hold their own found items, and they don't all operate on the same schedule or process.
ReportLost simplifies the process by collecting your report once and routing it to the competent departments and community groups in town. Once filed, your report keeps searching automatically for a year, checking social posts, local announcements, and found-item notices. Instead of spending your time calling around or refreshing Facebook daily, our system works in the background while you move forward.
Common places where items are lost in Hanover
Whether your loss happened in town center or elsewhere, file a report and we'll check the right channels for your location
Downtown Hanover & Town Center
Shops, restaurants, and street areas around the historic downtown where many locals spend time
Hanover Square & Main Street
High-traffic retail and dining corridor where personal items like wallets, keys, and glasses are frequently left
Parks and recreational areas
Green spaces throughout town where outdoor visitors may lose items during activities
Residential neighborhoods
Homes and streets across Hanover where neighborhood mail, packages, or personal items may go missing
Local online communities
Where Hanover residents post and search for lost and found items
Active Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
Official Town of Hanover accounts for local announcements
Neighborhood-level alerts from residents in your area
Regional pet recovery groups that cover Hanover
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Hanover
How long does the Police Department hold found items?
The Police Department's exact retention schedule varies by item type. Contact the department at 781-826-3231 or email Jonathan Abban at jonathan.abban@hanover-ma.gov to ask about your specific item. When you file with ReportLost, we make sure they're aware of your loss right away.
What if I lost something on a local bus or in a taxi?
If your item was left on a bus operated by the MBTA or local transit services, contact the bus system's lost and found directly. For taxis or rideshare services, reach out to the company or driver. ReportLost can help you file a comprehensive report that covers the right channel based on where you lost it.
How do I get my lost item back once it's been found?
Once an item is located, the department or business holding it will contact you directly using the information from your report. If you filed with ReportLost, we'll also notify you of any credible match we find. Pickup or shipping arrangements depend on the location holding the item.
What should I do if I find an item in Hanover?
If you find someone's lost property, contact the Police Department at 781-826-3231 or bring it to Town Hall. If it's a pet, contact Animal Control at 781-826-5000 ext. 1022. You can also post about found items on local Facebook groups and Nextdoor to help reunite them with their owners.
Can ReportLost file a report with the police for me?
ReportLost is an independent service, not an official police department or town agency. We file reports with the Hanover Police Department and other relevant departments on your behalf where they accept third-party reports, and we direct you to the exact office, contact, and steps where you need to report directly. We're a faster, more coordinated way to get the word out and keep searching for 12 months.
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Filing your report takes just a few minutes. Once it's submitted, the Hanover Police Department, Town Hall, and local animal control (if applicable) are notified, and your report begins its 12-month active search. You're not alone in this.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Hanover Police Department, Town of Hanover, Hanover Animal Control, or any other local agency. We coordinate reporting on your behalf to streamline the process, but each local department maintains its own procedures and retention policies. Always verify contact information and local procedures directly with the relevant office.