Lost something in Franklin? Here is where to report it.
One report and we route it to the Franklin Police Department, local lost pet resources, COAST Bus lost and found, and active community channels. Your report stays active.
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
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to recovery.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Franklin Police, animal control, transit services, and relevant local social networks. No running between offices yourself.
Your report keeps searching for you
For 12 months, your description stays active and matches against new found item reports, community posts, and shelter intakes. You get notified of credible matches without daily checking.
Where to report in Franklin
The main channels and how to reach them
Franklin Police Department
The police non-emergency line takes lost and found reports. Have your description ready, and they'll direct you to the right desk. ReportLost contacts them directly and generates the exact details they need to file your report efficiently.
COAST Bus Lost and Found
If you left an item on a local bus, COAST collects lost items at the end of each day. Call their customer service to report and ask if your item has been turned in. We handle that outreach for you.
Animal Control & Shelters
Lost a dog, cat, or other pet? Franklin Animal Control and local humane societies are your first calls. They hold animals for a period and post them on lost pet networks. ReportLost connects you with the right shelter and keeps your pet's description circulating through dedicated recovery channels. File a priority lost pet report
Call Franklin Animal Control (603) 934-4132|Lakes Region Humane Society|New Hampshire Humane Society
City Hall & Public Spaces
If you left an item at City Hall, downtown shops, the library, or a public office, the Franklin City Clerk's office can help coordinate outreach to those locations. ReportLost knows which department to contact and what information speeds up the search.
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Ready to start your search?
The sooner you report, the sooner these services can begin matching your item with found reports. Once your report is filed, you can step back and let the system work.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Franklin means piecing together calls to the police, checking with bus services, posting on Facebook, and hoping word spreads. Each channel works separately, and items slip through the cracks fast. A wallet left downtown, a ring lost at the Hannafords, a pet that wandered away, a phone dropped on a COAST Bus, a bracelet left in a shop, or keys mislaid at City Hall often end up scattered across different systems with no single person looking across all of them.
ReportLost simplifies this. One report reaches the Franklin Police Department at their lost and found desk, COAST Bus customer service, local animal control, and the community groups where Franklinians search and post. Then your signalement stays active, continuously matching new found reports against your description, so you don't have to refresh Facebook groups or call the shelter every day. The search keeps working even while you move on.
Common places people lose things in Franklin
Each location has its own lost and found chain. We reach them all for you.
Downtown Franklin
Central Street, City Hall, and Memorial Hall see daily foot traffic. Items left in shops, at the City Clerk's office, or on the sidewalk often end up with local businesses or police.
Hannafords & Shopping District
The Hannafords on New Hampton Road and nearby stores are common loss spots. Each shop keeps a lost and found, but a centralized report helps coordinate the search.
COAST Bus Routes
Phones, wallets, purses, and rings regularly turn up at the end of a bus run. COAST logs and holds items, and we make sure your report reaches them immediately.
Webster Place & Residential Areas
Neighborhoods around Webster Place and side streets. Lost pets and items left at homes or on walks are often reported through community groups and animal control.
Community networks and groups
Franklin residents search and post through these channels. We alert them to your report.
Facebook group for statewide pet recovery
Facebook page for local alerts
Reddit community for New Hampshire
Neighborhood-level posts and alerts
Facebook group for local New Hampshire news and finds
Questions about losing and finding items in Franklin
How long does Franklin Police hold lost items?
Franklin Police typically holds lost and found items for 30 to 90 days before disposing of unclaimed property. Check with them at (603) 934-2535 for specifics on your item. ReportLost ensures your report is filed right away, maximizing the window.
If I lost something on a COAST Bus, how do I claim it?
Call COAST Bus customer service at (603) 743-5777, option 1, the next day or later. COAST collects items at the end of each day. Have your bus route and time ready. We contact them on your behalf and follow up on matches.
What if I lost my pet in Franklin?
Call Franklin Animal Control at (603) 934-4132 immediately. They hold lost pets for a set period and check local shelters. File a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to activate alerts across humane societies, rescue networks, and community posts throughout New Hampshire.
Where should I start if I lost something downtown?
Contact the specific shop or office where you think you left it, then call Franklin Police non-emergency at (603) 934-2535. ReportLost does both, ensuring you hit every downtown lost and found desk at once.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
You choose your search period when you file, typically 12 months. During that time, your report stays active and matches new found item reports, shelter intakes, community posts, and marketplace listings. You're notified of credible matches without having to check yourself every day.
Is ReportLost official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels, not a replacement for them. We file reports with the police, animal control, and other authorities on your behalf and keep your description active longer than you could manage manually. You're always free to contact these agencies directly too.
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Your next step
File your report now. The sooner it reaches Franklin Police, COAST Bus, animal control, and community networks, the sooner matches can surface. Once it's in the system, your report keeps searching automatically while you focus on other things.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Franklin Police Department, the City of Franklin, COAST Bus, animal control, or any other agency listed. We file reports on your behalf and maintain your description across multiple channels, but we do not replace official lost and found services. Always contact the appropriate local authority directly for urgent matters or legal inquiries.