What to do if you've lost something in Hillsborough, NH
Start by contacting the Hillsborough Police Department, checking with local businesses and transit services where you lost the item, and posting in community groups. ReportLost offers free public listings plus optional paid search services to complement your direct 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.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Report directly to local services
Contact the Hillsborough Police Department at (603) 464-5512 (non-emergency) or visit 22 Municipal Drive. If you lost something on a COAST bus, call (603) 743-5777 and select option 1. For lost pets, contact animal control or post immediately in local groups.
Create a free public report
Post a free listing on ReportLost to reach people searching lost and found databases. Include photos and a clear description. This goes live immediately and costs nothing.
Consider paid search options
Choose between automatic web search for 6 months ($12) or team-assisted search for 12 months ($25). Automatic search runs passive lookups. Team-assisted includes manual outreach to local services, shops, and community groups according to their rules.
Where to report lost items in Hillsborough
Use these direct contacts and local resources
Hillsborough Police Department
The police department is the main coordinating point for lost and found reports in town. Call the non-emergency line during office hours or visit in person. They log reports and can advise on specific locations.
Call (603) 464-5512|22 Municipal Drive, Hillsborough, NH 03244
Hillsborough Town Office
The Town Clerk and administrative offices may hold items found on municipal property or in public buildings. Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Call (603) 464-3877|27 School Street, Hillsborough, NH 03244
COAST Bus Lost and Found
If you left an item on a COAST bus, call the lost and found line the next day or later. Items are collected at the end of each route. Select option 1 when you call.
Lost and Found Pets
For lost or found pets, contact Hillsborough County Animal Services or call the Manchester Animal Shelter, which serves the region. Post immediately in local pet groups on Facebook and check PawBoost. file a lost pet report
Hillsborough County Animal Services (603) 472-3647|Manchester Animal Shelter
Local businesses and public places
Check directly with any shop, restaurant, library, or public building where you think you lost your item. Many places hold items at a front desk or office for several weeks. Call ahead if you can describe the item precisely.
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Why use ReportLost alongside local reporting?
A free listing on ReportLost adds your item to a searchable database that people use when they find something. Paid search options automate lookups across the web or add manual outreach to local contacts. This works best alongside calling police, transit, and posting in community groups yourself.
Create a report →Hillsborough has active local services and tight community networks that work well for lost items. The Police Department handles reports and coordinates with local businesses and property management. COAST bus serves the area if you use public transit. Most recoveries happen when you contact the right place first and stay visible in local groups.
ReportLost is a separate, independent platform. A free report here makes your item searchable online, and paid options add automated or assisted searching. This complements, but does not replace, calling police, transit, or posting in neighborhood and community groups yourself.
Common places people lose items in Hillsborough
Check these areas first and alert nearby businesses
Downtown and Main Street
Shops, town office, and gathering places where items are frequently left on counters or in parking areas.
Public parking lots and transit stops
COAST bus stops and municipal parking, where items are often found during or after trips.
Schools and community facilities
Public buildings managed by the town, where lost items are held and reported through the town office.
Residential neighborhoods
Streets like Myrtle and Corbin where community members often find items and post in local groups.
Community groups and online networks
Post in these groups to reach neighbors and increase visibility
Public Facebook group for town-wide announcements and lost and found posts
Statewide Facebook group focused on lost and found animals
Reddit community where people post lost items and pets across the state
Local Hillsborough subreddit for community discussion
Neighborhood app to alert nearby residents
Frequently asked questions
How long do shops and businesses hold lost items?
Most local shops hold items for 2 to 4 weeks before donating or discarding them. Call within a few days of losing something. The police and town office may hold items longer, but it's best to check within a week.
What if I lost something on COAST bus?
Call COAST Lost and Found at (603) 743-5777 and select option 1. Wait until the following day or later to call, so cleaning crews have time to collect items. Have your route number and estimated time of travel ready.
Should I file a police report for a lost wallet or ID?
Contact the police department at (603) 464-5512 to report lost ID, passport, or credit cards so they can alert you if someone turns them in. This is not an emergency call. They can also log lost items for coordination with local services.
What's the best way to search for a lost pet in Hillsborough?
Call animal control immediately at (603) 472-3647, check the Manchester Animal Shelter, post in the NH Lost & Found Pets group on Facebook, and post in the Hillsborough NH Discussion group. Microchip databases and PawBoost also help connect lost pets with finders.
Can I post about lost items in Hillsborough Facebook groups?
Yes. The Hillsborough NH Discussion group and local neighborhood pages accept lost and found posts. Check group rules first. Post with clear photos and a detailed description, and update when the item is found.
Is ReportLost.org an official police or town service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform. A free or paid report helps make your item searchable online and can prompt outreach to local contacts, but it does not replace calling police, transit, shops, or posting in community groups yourself. You are responsible for direct contact with local services.
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Ready to report your lost item?
Create a free public listing on ReportLost now, and contact Hillsborough Police at (603) 464-5512. If you've already reported locally and want to extend your search, explore our paid options.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Hillsborough Police Department, Town of Hillsborough, COAST Bus, or any local business. Use ReportLost to supplement direct contact with police, transit, local businesses, and community groups, not as a replacement.