Amherst MA Lost & Found
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Latest Lost & Found Notices
Missing Cat in South East Street Area Near Mt. Pollux
A cat named Raji went missing overnight last Saturday near South East Street by Mt. Pollux in Amherst. He is identifiable by a missing rear
Lost and Found Items at Mill District General Store
The Mill District General Store, located at 91 Cowls Rd., North Amherst, MA, has collected a number of lost and found items, including water bottles,
Lost Cat Toby Near Federal & North St, Belchertown
A cat named Toby was reported missing on August 24, 2025, near Federal Street and North Street in Belchertown, MA 01007. Toby is described as
Where else you can find lost
items (and friends) in and around
Amherst MA
Around Town: Public Spaces and Services in Amherst
If you lost your item off-campus, there are several public services that can help.
Pioneer Valley Transit
Authority (PVTA) Buses
Items left on a PVTA bus in the Amherst area are handled by UMass Transit Services.
Location: UMass Transit, 185 Holdsworth Way, Amherst, MA 01003.
Phone: (413) 545-0056.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Policy: According to the PVTA Lost and Found Policy, items are held for 15 days. Items lost on a Friday or weekend may not be available until the following Monday.
Amherst Public
Libraries
For items lost at the Jones Library or its branches, it’s best to contact them directly.
For library materials, patrons are charged replacement fees for lost or damaged items, which can be paid in person or online.
Amherst Police Department
For items lost in public areas around the Town of Amherst, the Amherst Police Department may be able to help. They are located at 111 Main St. and their non-emergency number is (413) 259-3000.
For Our Furry Friends:
Finding Lost Pets
Losing a pet is a uniquely distressing experience. The Town of Amherst has a dedicated resource for this situation.
Lost Pets of Amherst Facebook Page
This is a popular resource for reporting and searching for lost and found pets in the area. You can visit the Lost Pets of Amherst group to post information.
Animal Welfare Officer
The service is managed by the Animal Welfare Officer, Carol Hepburn, who can be contacted by email at hepburnc[at]amherstma.gov or by phone at (413) 478-7084 for questions.
Digital Noticeboards and Social Media
There are several online platforms where Amherst residents post lost & found notices. Here are the most common ones:
Amherst Now
As a community noticeboard for Amherst and surrounding towns, Amherst Now is an excellent place to post a notice about a lost or found item.
It’s a hub where residents, organizations, and businesses share local updates.
Facebook Groups
Beyond the pet-specific group, the UMass Amherst Lost and Found group is a very active community for residents, students, and other community members to post about missing belongings.
The Amherst MA Community Forum is another very active group full of helpful people.
Craigslist & Reddit
Don’t forget to check the Western Mass “lost & found” section on Craigslist. People frequently post items they’ve found in public places here.
The r/amherst subreddit is also pretty active and people post about lost and found items there too.
Other Useful Information to Help You Find Your Stuff
If you have reason to believe your property was stolen rather than simply lost, it’s crucial to file a report. This creates an official record and aids in potential recovery.
On Campus: Report the theft to the respective campus police department (UMPD, ACPD, or Hampshire’s Campus Safety).
Off Campus: Report the theft to the Amherst Police Department.
What If It
Was Stolen?
If you have reason to believe your property was stolen rather than simply lost, it’s crucial to file a report. This creates an official record and aids in potential recovery.
On Campus: Report the theft to the respective campus police department (UMPD, ACPD, or Hampshire’s Campus Safety).
Off Campus: Report the theft to the Amherst Police Department.
Key Contacts
at a Glance
UMass Lost & Found (UMPD): (413) 545-2121 | 585 East Pleasant St.
Amherst College Police (ACPD): (413) 542-2291
Hampshire College Safety (Dispatch): (413) 559-5424
PVTA Lost & Found (Amherst): (413) 545-0056 | 185 Holdsworth Way
Amherst Police Department (Non-Emergency): (413) 259-3000 | 111 Main St.
Amherst Animal Welfare Officer: (413) 478-7084
Know Any Other
Useful Resources
If you know any other useful Lost & Found services in and around the Amherst Area, please let us know.
How Do I Post A Lost & Found Notice on Amherst Now?
To post a lost and found notice on Amherst Now visit the ‘Add a Notice‘ page and fill out the form. It’s easy and takes about 5 minutes.
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