Lost and found in Meredith, New Hampshire: report your lost item and track it
Meredith's Police Department, COAST Bus, and local businesses each maintain their own lost property systems. ReportLost files your report where it will be accepted, alerts the relevant services, and keeps your report active so you don't have to check back yourself.
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
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We collect the details needed to alert the right local services.
We route your report
We file your report with the Meredith Police Department, COAST Bus, or other relevant services depending on where you lost your item, and give you the exact contact details and next steps.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report continues to match against new found items reported locally. You'll receive an alert if a match is found, so you can focus on your day while the search continues.
Where lost items go in Meredith
Each location and service type has its own process. Here's how to report directly, and what ReportLost does to save you the legwork.
Meredith Police Department
The Police Department at 400 Daniel Webster Highway accepts reports of lost property and holds items turned in by the public. The Dispatch Center is staffed 24 hours a day, though officers are typically available during regular business hours. We file your report with them and provide you the direct phone number and address so you can follow up on your own timeline.
COAST Bus Lost and Found
COAST collects lost items from its buses at the end of each day. If you left something aboard a COAST bus, call their Lost and Found line and they'll check their inventory. We'll provide you COAST's direct number and tell you what information to have ready when you call.
Local businesses and public spaces
Shops, restaurants, libraries, and recreation areas in downtown Meredith and around the Lakes Region often keep lost items at their front desk or customer service counter. Items are typically held for a set period before being discarded or donated. We'll help you identify which business is most relevant to where you lost your item, and advise you to call or visit directly.
Lost pet
If you've lost a dog or cat, the NH Humane Society in Laconia, contracted through Meredith Animal Control, accepts strays and lost pets from the area. Report the loss to Animal Control and check with local animal rescue groups on Facebook. file a priority lost pet report
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
If you lost something at or near Manchester Airport (the closest regional airport), submit a report directly through their online Lost and Found system. We'll provide the link and guide you through what to include.
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Tell us what you lost, where you think you left it, and any identifying details. We'll take it from there.
Report my lost item →Losing something important in Meredith—whether a passport, set of keys, glasses, or piece of jewelry—can feel overwhelming. Local services handle lost property, but each one operates independently. The Police Department takes reports, COAST Bus collects items left on public transit, and businesses along Main Street and around the Lakes Region hold items separately. Without a single point of contact, reuniting with your lost item often means calling around.
ReportLost simplifies the process. You file once, and we route your report to the right local channels, generate the exact information each service needs, and keep your report actively searching for a match for a full year. Once you've reported, the groundwork is done. Our automated matching continues to cross your description against new found items posted locally, so you don't have to visit Facebook groups, call multiple offices, or refresh lost-and-found listings every day.
Common places where items go missing in Meredith
Most losses happen in or near these locations. Knowing where you lost something helps us route your report correctly.
Downtown and Main Street
Shopping, dining, and services along Meredith's main thoroughfare, where items are left in shops, restaurants, and offices.
Lakes Region trails and parks
Outdoor recreation areas where wallets, keys, glasses, and jewelry are frequently left behind on trails or at picnic areas.
COAST Bus stops and routes
Items left on buses or at transit stops, typically collected and held at the COAST depot.
Meredith Center Road area
Residential and civic services around the Town Hall and surrounding neighborhoods.
Community groups where found items are posted
Neighbors and local businesses often announce found items through these channels. ReportLost monitors relevant groups to match your report.
Community group for residents and people with ties to Meredith and the Lakes Region
Dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets across New Hampshire, including Meredith area
Broader New Hampshire community where local lost items and pets are sometimes shared
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I find an item on a COAST bus?
Turn it in to the driver, or call COAST at 603-743-5777 and select option 1 to report what you found and drop it off at their depot. The item will be held and matched against lost reports.
How long does the Meredith Police Department hold lost items?
Policy varies, but typically items are held for a period before disposal or donation. We recommend contacting them as soon as you report a loss so you can ask their specific retention timeline and arrange to pick up your item if found.
What should I do if I think my item is at a local business?
Call or visit the business directly. They usually hold items at the front desk or customer service. ReportLost will provide you with suggestions on which businesses to contact based on where you lost your item.
Can I report a lost pet through ReportLost?
Yes. Lost pets get priority handling. File a lost pet report, and we'll alert local animal control, the NH Humane Society, and community groups dedicated to pet recovery in the Lakes Region.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active and searching for 12 months from the date you file it. During that time, we match your description against new found items reported locally and alert you if a match surfaces.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you report your loss and routes it to the official local channels where your item is most likely to be found or held. We do not replace the police or other services; we streamline your reporting to them.
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner we begin matching your report. You don't need to track down each service yourself—we'll do that and keep searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Meredith Police Department, COAST Bus, the Town of Meredith, the NH Humane Society, or any other local organization mentioned on this page. We direct reports to the appropriate official channels and monitor community platforms, but we do not hold lost items ourselves and have no special access to local databases. Each service maintains its own lost-and-found procedures and contact information.