Lost and Found in Poland, Maine
Report a lost item by contacting the Poland Town Office, the Androscoggin County Sheriff, or local transit and airport services. You can also post a free public listing on ReportLost or choose a paid search option to expand your reach.
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 to Report a Lost Item
Contact Local Services First
Call the Poland Town Office at (207) 998-4601 or the Androscoggin County Sheriff at (207) 753-2500 to report your lost item. If you lost something on a Greater Portland Metro bus, call (207) 774-0351. If you traveled through Portland Jetport, file a lost and found inquiry on their website.
Post Freely on ReportLost
Create a free public listing that others in Poland and beyond can see. Your report will be published and searchable, with no cost and no time limit. This is a good option if you want a simple, permanent record.
Consider Paid Search Options
For a small one-time fee, ReportLost offers automated web search for 6 months or team-assisted search for 12 months. The paid options include manual outreach to local businesses, animal control, transit, and community groups, plus distribution to relevant Facebook groups and community networks in the Poland area.
Where to Report and What to Expect
Contact these services directly, or use ReportLost to create a free or paid listing.
Poland Town Office
Report a lost item to the Town Office during business hours. They can provide guidance on local procedures and may coordinate with other town departments.
Androscoggin County Sheriff
For items lost in public places or if you need to file an official report, contact the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office. They also handle animal control and lost pet reports in Poland.
Greater Portland Metro (Bus)
If you lost an item on a Greater Portland Metro bus or at a Metro facility, use their online lost and found request form or call customer service.
Portland Jetport
If you left an item at Portland Jetport (the closest airport to Poland), you can file a lost and found inquiry online or contact the airport directly.
Lost Pet
For a lost dog or cat in Poland, contact the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Animal Control Officer at (207) 753-2599. Also post in local Facebook groups and contact nearby shelters. You can file a lost pet report on ReportLost to reach a wider audience.
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Make Your Report Visible
A free ReportLost listing reaches people searching for lost items in Poland and across the region. If you want more active search and outreach, consider a paid option to have our team contact local businesses, transit services, and community groups on your behalf.
Create a report →Poland is a town in Androscoggin County, Maine. If you have lost an item, your first step should be to contact the Poland Town Office or the Androscoggin County Sheriff directly. They can advise you on local lost and found procedures and may be able to help you file a report. ReportLost is an independent service that complements these direct contacts, not a replacement for them.
For items lost on public transportation or at nearby Portland Jetport, contact those services directly. For lost pets, the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Animal Control Officer is your primary local contact. ReportLost can also help you publicize a lost pet report.
Where People Search in Poland
Lost items are often turned in at local businesses, town facilities, or public spaces.
Downtown / Maine Street
Poland's main commercial area and town center, where lost items are often brought to nearby shops or the town office.
Town Parks and Recreation Areas
Local parks and recreation facilities are common places to file reports for items lost outdoors.
Schools and Public Buildings
Items lost at Poland schools or civic buildings should be reported directly to those facilities.
Community Networks
Local groups where residents share lost and found items.
Active local group for town residents
Statewide pet network on Facebook
Local animal welfare group
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after losing something in Poland?
Call the Poland Town Office at (207) 998-4601 or the Androscoggin County Sheriff at (207) 753-2500 right away. If you lost the item on a bus, call Greater Portland Metro at (207) 774-0351. If it was at the airport, file an inquiry through Portland Jetport's website. Acting quickly increases the chance that your item is still where you lost it.
How long do local services hold lost items?
Holding periods vary by facility. Check directly with the Poland Town Office, the Sheriff's Office, or the specific business or transit service where you lost the item. Some places hold items for 30 to 90 days before disposal.
Can I report my lost item to the police directly?
You can contact the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office at (207) 753-2500 to report your loss. Whether they file an official report depends on the nature of the item and the circumstances. For most lost items, the Town Office and local businesses are more helpful.
What is the difference between ReportLost's free and paid options?
The free listing is published online and searchable, with no active search or outreach. The $12 option includes automated web search for 6 months plus a QR code linked to your report. The $25 option adds 12 months of monitoring, manual search, and direct outreach to local services and community groups in Poland.
How do I report a lost pet in Poland?
Contact the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Animal Control Officer at (207) 753-2599. Post in local Facebook groups like the Maine Lost & Found Pets Group and Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills. You can also file a lost pet report on ReportLost to expand your search reach.
Is ReportLost.org an official service or does it work with the police?
ReportLost is an independent platform, not part of any government agency or police department. It complements direct contact with local services but does not replace them. We cannot guarantee the return of any item. Always report directly to the Poland Town Office, the Sheriff's Office, and the specific location where you lost your item first.
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Ready to Report Your Lost Item?
Start with a free public listing, or explore our paid search options to reach more people and get help from our team. Either way, also contact the Poland Town Office and relevant local services directly.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Poland Town Office, Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office, Greater Portland Metro, Portland Jetport, or any other local organization mentioned. We do not guarantee the recovery of any lost item. Always report directly to local authorities and services first. For lost pets, contact animal control and local shelters immediately.