Lost and found in Old Orchard Beach, Maine: reporting and recovery steps
Lost items in Old Orchard Beach are tracked by the Police Department, local transit, and individual businesses. ReportLost files your report across these channels and keeps your report active, automatically cross-checking new found announcements so you don't have to search daily.
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 Old Orchard Beach
You submit your report
Describe your lost item, where you lost it, and when. We collect the details needed to match your loss with found items across Old Orchard Beach.
We route it to the right places
We file your report with the Police Department and relevant local authorities, notify transit services, and alert community groups so your item reaches the right hands.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report keeps checking new found announcements, community posts, and marketplace listings against your description. If a match appears, we contact you right away.
Where lost items go in Old Orchard Beach
Each location and service handles its own lost and found. Below is where to report directly, or let ReportLost do it for you.
Police Department
The Old Orchard Beach Police Department is the central point for lost property reported within town limits. They hold items and cross-reference reports. We file your report with them where they accept third-party submissions and give you the direct contact if you prefer to call.
Local Transit
Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit operates bus routes through the area. If you lost something on a bus or at a transit stop, contact them directly or let us forward your report to their lost and found system.
Shops, restaurants and venues
Lost items at the pier, beach pavilions, local shops, or restaurants should be reported directly to each location. We can help you identify which business to contact based on where you lost your item and generate the details they'll need.
Portland Jetport
If your loss occurred at Portland's airport (the closest major airport, about 20 miles south), contact the airport's lost and found directly. Items left in the terminal or at TSA checkpoints are handled separately by airport operations.
Lost or found pet
If your pet is missing or you've found a stray, contact the Police Department's Animal Control immediately at (207) 934-4911, or reach out to the Animal Welfare Society in nearby Kennebunk. Community groups and Facebook remain active channels for pet recovery in the area. File a priority lost pet report to alert local shelters and networks instantly.
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Lost something in Old Orchard Beach?
Report it now and we'll start the search across the Police Department, transit, and local community channels. Your report will keep searching for a match automatically.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Old Orchard Beach, whether at the pier, the beach, a local shop, or on the transit system, means reaching out to different departments and checking community groups yourself. The Police Department holds found items, local transit services maintain their own lost and found, and community members post discoveries on Facebook. Without a central system, you're left making multiple calls and refreshing social media posts.
ReportLost simplifies this by taking one report from you and coordinating across the Police Department, transit, local groups, and online channels. After you file, the search continues automatically for a full year. Your report stays active, cross-referencing new found posts and announcements, so you can step back and let the system work for you.
Common places where items are lost
People often lose items in these areas around town. Let us know the location when you report.
Old Orchard Beach Pier
The historic pier is a popular destination. Wallets, phones, keys, and rings are frequently misplaced or left behind at shops and restaurants along the pier.
Beach and shoreline
Items left on the sand or lost while swimming, including watches, jewelry, and personal belongings in beach bags.
Downtown and Main Street
Shopping areas, cafes, and local businesses where wallets, bags, and glasses are commonly left behind.
Transit stops and buses
Items left on Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit buses or at transfer stations.
Parks and recreation areas
Glasses, keys, and personal items lost at local parks and outdoor recreation spots.
Community and online channels
Old Orchard Beach residents share lost and found posts on these platforms. We monitor and post to the relevant ones on your behalf.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found items
For lost and found pets across Maine
Reddit community for Maine residents
Official town Facebook page
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I lose something at a local business, like a shop or restaurant?
Contact the business directly as soon as possible. We can help you identify the right location and provide the details to include when you call. Many businesses hold items for 30 to 60 days before donating them.
How long does the Police Department keep lost items?
The Old Orchard Beach Police Department typically holds found property for a period before it may be claimed or disposed of. Contact them at (207) 934-4911 to ask about a specific item and how long it may be available.
What if I lost something on the bus?
Call Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit at (207) 590-7742 to report your loss. Describe the item, which route you were on, and when you traveled. We can also forward your report to them as part of our search process.
Can ReportLost help me find a lost pet?
Yes. Contact the Police Department's Animal Control at (207) 934-4911 and the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk at (207) 985-3244 right away. We also file a priority lost pet report to alert community shelters and local Facebook groups that focus on pet recovery.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for 12 months. During that time, it continues to search for matches against new found announcements, community posts, and online listings. If a match is found, we alert you immediately.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost.org is an independent service. We are not affiliated with the Old Orchard Beach Police Department or any government agency. We complement the official channels, not replace them, by automating the search and keeping your report active longer. You retain the option to report directly to the Police Department or any local service at any time.
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Start your search today
The sooner you file a report, the sooner the search begins. Once you report, we take over the coordination and keep searching for a match across Old Orchard Beach.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Old Orchard Beach Police Department, Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, the Animal Welfare Society, or any government or commercial entity mentioned on this page. We file reports on your behalf with services that accept third-party submissions and alert community channels to help locate your lost item. For official inquiries or to file directly with local authorities, contact them using the links and phone numbers provided.