East Aurora, NY

Misplaced something in East Aurora? Get it back through one coordinated report.

File a single report and we notify the East Aurora Police Department, the Town Clerk's office, local lost and found services, and key community channels. Your report stays active and keeps searching for a match throughout your entire search window.

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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New York : the holding period scales with the item's value: the more it is worth, the longer the police must keep it. A finder must deposit an item worth $20 or more at a police station within 10 days. (New York Personal Property Law §§252-253)

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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.

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How ReportLost works in East Aurora

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You tell us what you lost

Describe your item, where you lost it in East Aurora, and the date. We gather the exact details the right departments need to find it.

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We route it to the right places

Your report goes straight to the East Aurora Police Department, relevant lost and found offices, and active community channels where locals post found items.

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Your report keeps searching for you

For 12 months, your report stays live and automatically matches against new found items, community posts, and local listings. You get alerted the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check back every day.

Where to recover lost items in East Aurora

Key channels and how to reach them

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East Aurora Police Department

The Police Department maintains a lost and found for items recovered during investigations and turned in by residents. Report non-emergency losses here first. We ensure your report reaches them with all necessary details and your contact information.

Police Department (716-652-1111)

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Town Clerk & Town Hall

The Town Clerk's office at Aurora Town Hall can direct you to specific departments and may hold items found on public property or turned in by contractors. We tell you which desk handles your situation and what to bring.

Town Clerk (716-652-3280)

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Aurora Town Public Library

The Library maintains its own lost and found for items discovered in the building or at programs. Check here if you lost something while visiting or attending an event. We generate the exact details the Library needs to verify and retrieve your item.

Library Lost & Found (716-652-4440)

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Lost or Found Pets

If your dog, cat, or other pet went missing in the East Aurora area, the Town of Aurora Dog Control and Pet Connection Programs are your first stops. Community networks like East Aurora Facebook groups are also active in reuniting lost pets with owners. For priority help and ongoing search coordination, file a priority lost pet report.

Town of Aurora Dog Control (716-652-4050)|Pet Connection Programs (716-998-8586)

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Buffalo Niagara International Airport

If you lost an item at BUF or during travel to or from the airport, the Airport's Lost and Found service retrieves items left in terminals, parking lots, or shuttles. We help you submit a report with the right details so the Airport can track it down.

Buffalo Airport Lost & Found (716-634-0315)

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The sooner you report, the sooner we start searching.

Every day that passes, items change hands or get relocated. By filing your report now, you set your search in motion across all key East Aurora channels and activate the ongoing matching process. Once it's filed, the work shifts to our team and the community.

Report my lost item →

In East Aurora, lost items scatter across multiple systems: the Police Department, Town Hall, local shops, community Facebook groups, and personal networks. A wallet left at a café, a set of keys mislaid on Main Street, a ring dropped near the library - each one requires you to remember and call the right office, post in the right group, and refresh your search constantly.

ReportLost cuts through that fragmentation. One report consolidates all the channels that matter in East Aurora and keeps that report actively searching for you. While you get on with your day, your description circulates through Police lost and found, Town services, community networks, and ongoing listings. The moment a match surfaces, you hear about it. No daily site-checking, no worry that you missed a post.

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Common places where things get lost in East Aurora

Neighborhoods and landmarks to check first

Main Street & Downtown East Aurora

The heart of town, with shops, restaurants, and the Police Department. Wallets, phones, and small accessories are frequently left behind in storefronts and on the street.

Aurora Town Public Library

A community hub where visitors often misplace glasses, purses, and personal items during browsing or programs. The Library keeps a dedicated lost and found.

Oakwood Avenue (Town Hall Area)

The administrative center, home to Town Hall and municipal offices. Items lost in parking lots or turned in by staff are typically held here.

Residential neighborhoods and parks

Keys, jewelry, and pet ID tags are commonly found in yards and community spaces. Check with neighbors and local community groups if your loss occurred outside.

Community channels for lost and found

Where East Aurora residents post and share found items

East Auroran Facebook group
A active community page where locals post found items and help reunite residents with lost belongings.
Town of Aurora Dog Control Facebook
The official Dog Control page posts about found and lost dogs throughout the Aurora area.
East Aurora Police Department Facebook
Police share community alerts and updates; lost item inquiries can also be directed here.

Frequently asked questions about lost items in East Aurora

How long does the Police Department hold lost items?

The East Aurora Police Department typically holds unclaimed items for 30 to 90 days before disposal, depending on the type. Check with the non-emergency number (716-652-1111) to confirm the hold period for your specific item. ReportLost keeps your report active and alerts you if a match appears, even after you stop calling.

Where do I pick up a found item in East Aurora?

If your item is located, you will be contacted directly. Unclaimed items are typically held at the East Aurora Police Department (571 Main Street). Some items may be held at the Library or Town Hall, depending on where they were found. We provide you with exact pickup details and instructions.

Do I need to file a police report if I lost my wallet?

For a lost wallet, filing a police report is optional but recommended, especially if it contained credit cards or ID. Contact the Police Department non-emergency line at 716-652-1111. Many residents also post in the East Auroran Facebook group for quick community help. ReportLost routes your report to both channels simultaneously.

How do I search for a lost pet in East Aurora?

Call the Town of Aurora Dog Control at 716-652-4050 immediately and post in community Facebook groups like East Auroran. Check with Pet Connection Programs (716-998-8586) and visit local shelters. For ongoing coordination and automated alerts, <a href="/report-lost-pet"><strong>file a priority lost pet report with ReportLost</strong></a>.

What if I lost something at Buffalo Niagara Airport?

Contact the Buffalo Airport Lost and Found directly at 716-634-0315 or use their online reporting form. Items are held for up to 60 days. ReportLost can help you gather the right details (flight info, terminal location, item description) to file a complete report with the Airport.

Is ReportLost.org an official East Aurora service?

ReportLost is an independent service that helps residents file and circulate lost item reports to official local agencies, Police Departments, libraries, and community channels in East Aurora. We are not affiliated with the Police Department, Town Hall, or any municipality, but we work to ensure your report reaches the right channels and stays active during your search period. The Police Department and other services remain the official channels of record.

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Every minute counts in a lost item search. The sooner your report is filed and circulated to the Police Department, Town services, and community channels, the sooner someone who has found your item can connect it back to you. After you submit, your report stays live and searching for months while you move forward.

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ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the East Aurora Police Department, Town of Aurora, Village of East Aurora, Aurora Town Public Library, Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Town of Aurora Dog Control, or any municipal or government agency. We coordinate information sharing on your behalf with these entities and public community channels, but we are not an official lost and found service. In emergencies, always contact 911 or the appropriate local authority directly.