Lost & Found

How to Report Lost Items in Candia, NH

Contact the Candia Police Department directly, check with local businesses and transit services, or publish a report online. ReportLost offers optional paid search services to complement your own efforts.

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.

Recent activity

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No report has been filed in Candia yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.

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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.

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What to Do First

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Contact Local Services

Call the Candia Police Department at 603-483-2318 (Mon–Thu, 8 am–4:30 pm) or 603-483-2317 (non-emergency). They maintain lost and found items and can advise on where your item may have been reported. For items left on buses, contact COAST at 603-743-5777, option 1.

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Publish a Free Report

Create a free public listing on ReportLost.org with a description and photo. Your report stays online and is searchable by anyone looking to return items. This costs nothing and requires no follow-up from you.

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Choose Optional Search Help

If you want assistance, select Automatic search ($12, 6 months of web monitoring) or Team-assisted search ($25, 12 months including manual outreach to local services, transit, and community groups). Each option includes a linked QR code and dedicated email address.

Where Items Are Often Held

Candia services and locations that receive lost items

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Candia Police Department

The primary local resource for lost and found items. Officers can tell you if something has been turned in and direct you to the right place. Items are retained according to state law.

Police Department

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Town Offices

The Town Clerk and Town Offices can help you file a report or connect you with the right department. Open Monday & Tuesday 4–7 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30 am–1:30 pm.

Town Clerk

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Lost Pets

If you've lost a dog or cat, contact the Candia Police Department at 603-277-2921. Also check with nearby shelters and post in local Facebook groups and community pages.

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Ready to File a Report?

Start with the free public listing. It takes a few minutes and costs nothing. If you want help searching beyond Candia or need the police to be notified directly, you can add a paid search option.

Create a report →

Lost items in Candia should first be reported to the Candia Police Department, which holds found items and can direct you to specific locations like shops, schools, or transit stops. You can also contact the Town Offices for guidance on where to look or post.

ReportLost complements these local channels with a free public listing and optional paid search services. The choice to use ReportLost, the police, or both depends on your item and how much time you can invest in the search.

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Key Locations in Candia

Common places to check or report lost items

Downtown / High Street

The main town area, including Town Offices and Police Department at 74 High Street. Check nearby shops and community spots.

Local Businesses & Shops

Restaurants, stores, and services around Candia often hold items left behind. Call ahead to describe what you've lost.

Community Groups

Local Facebook and online spaces where items are sometimes reported

Granite State Dog Recovery
Facebook nonprofit focused on lost dogs in the Manchester area and surrounding towns
uLocalNH
Facebook community group for local New Hampshire posts and alerts
r/newhampshire
Reddit community for New Hampshire residents sharing lost and found posts

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Candia Police Department keep lost items?

Call the police at 603-483-2318 to ask about their retention policy. Items may be held for a set period before being donated or disposed of, so it's best to inquire promptly.

What if I left something on a COAST bus?

Call COAST Bus at 603-743-5777 and select option 1. They collect lost items daily and can tell you if your item was turned in. Visit their website for more details.

Is ReportLost.org an official police or government service?

No. ReportLost is an independent platform that offers paid search services to supplement your own efforts and direct contact with local authorities. Filing a report with ReportLost does not replace calling the police or checking with local services yourself. You remain responsible for pursuing all available local channels.

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Compare Your Search Options

Decide whether a free listing alone, automatic web search, or team-assisted outreach fits your needs and budget. Each option is independent, and you can start with the free listing at any time.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Candia Police Department, Town of Candia, COAST Bus, or any other local authority mentioned. Publishing a report on ReportLost does not replace filing a report directly with police or checking with local services. The recovery of lost items depends on various factors and circumstances.