Lost and Found in Northfield, Vermont
Report a lost item by contacting Northfield Police, Town Hall, or local transit. Publish your report for free or choose a search option to extend your reach online and with local services.
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Recent activity
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Step 1: Contact local services directly
Call Northfield Police (802-485-9181) or Town Hall (802-485-9833) to report your lost item and ask about retrieval procedures. If you lost something on a bus or at a transit stop, contact Northfield Community Shuttle at 802-728-3773. For items lost at Burlington International Airport, reach out to your airline directly.
Step 2: Publish a free report
Create a free public listing on ReportLost.org. Your report appears in search results and is visible to anyone looking for lost items in Northfield. This requires no action from our team and has no expiration date.
Step 3: Choose a search option (optional)
Upgrade to Automatic Search ($12, 6 months) for web-based search and an anonymous ReportLost email, or Team-Assisted Search ($25, 12 months) to add manual search, direct outreach to local services, and community group notification. Both options come with QR code stickers linked to your report.
Where to report and retrieve lost items
Local contacts and procedures
Northfield Police Department
Report lost items to Northfield Police, who maintain a lost and found and can advise on retrieval. Open weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Northfield Town Hall
The Town Clerk's office can provide information about lost item procedures and direct you to the appropriate department. Located at 51 South Main Street, open weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Northfield Community Shuttle
If you lost an item on a local bus or at a transit stop, call the Northfield Community Shuttle office. Staff can check if your item has been turned in.
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport
If you lost something during air travel or at the airport, contact your airline first. The airport's lost and found is managed by individual airlines.
Lost pet
If you have lost a pet, contact your town's Animal Control Officer or Northfield Police right away. You can also reach out to Central Vermont Humane Society or post in local lost pet groups. Check Facebook groups like Lost & Found Animals of Vermont for community help.
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Create a report →Northfield Police Department handles lost and found reports and can advise on item retention periods and retrieval. The Town Clerk's office (51 South Main Street, open weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) also maintains records and can direct you to the relevant department. If you traveled by bus, contact Northfield Community Shuttle; if you flew through Burlington International Airport, work with your airline.
ReportLost.org complements these direct channels by letting you publish a free listing, reach a wider audience online, and optionally enlist manual search support. Unlike local services, ReportLost operates independently and does not store items. Always report to the location where you lost your item as soon as possible; most services hold lost property for a limited time.
Areas around Northfield
Common locations where items are lost
Downtown and Main Street
Retail shops, restaurants, and local businesses along the town center
Town parks and recreational areas
Parks and outdoor spaces where items are frequently left behind
Public buildings
Town Hall, Library, and community facilities
Transit stops and bus routes
Northfield Community Shuttle stops and local transportation hubs
Community and online networks
Where locals share lost and found reports
Local community page where residents post lost and found items
Facebook group for lost and found pets across Vermont
Facebook group for lost items throughout the state
Reddit community where Vermont residents may see lost item posts
Frequently asked questions
How long do local services hold lost items?
Contact Northfield Police (802-485-9181) or Town Hall (802-485-9833) to ask about retention periods for items held locally. Many police departments hold items for 30 to 90 days, but it varies by service and item type.
If I lost something on a bus, how do I retrieve it?
Call Northfield Community Shuttle at 802-728-3773 as soon as possible to report your item and ask whether it has been turned in. Keep your route number and travel time ready.
Should I file a police report for a lost item?
Police reports are typically used for stolen items. For lost items, contact Northfield Police at 802-485-9181 or visit in person to ask about their lost and found procedures. They will advise whether a report is necessary.
Where should I post about my lost item locally?
Post in the Greater Northfield, VT Facebook group, the statewide Lost & Found in Vermont group, or r/vermont on Reddit. For lost pets, also post in Lost & Found Animals of Vermont.
Can I report a lost item at multiple locations?
Yes. Report to the place where you lost it (police, transit, airport, or business) and also post in community groups and on ReportLost.org to reach a wider audience.
Is ReportLost.org run by the police or town?
No. ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Northfield Police, Town Hall, or any government agency. It does not replace reporting to local services and offers no guarantee of recovery. Always contact the location where you lost your item directly.
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Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent platform and is not affiliated with Northfield Police Department, Town of Northfield, Northfield Community Shuttle, Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, or any local government or service. We do not operate a physical lost and found, store items, or guarantee recovery. Always report directly to the location where you lost your item and to local services. The services, phone numbers, addresses, and procedures listed reflect current public information but may change; verify details directly with each contact before visiting or calling.