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Lost key fob and key at Downtown Crossing

Lost: key fob + key at downtown crossing

Boston about 5 hours ago
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Lost terrariums near Copley Square, Boston

Morning today around 8:10 AM I realized I left two glass terrariums on a bench near Copley Square in Boston. One holds tiny air plants, the other has moss and a small figurine tucked inside. They were in a clear plastic box with mismatched lids, and I carried them to work as tiny living corners. I’m anxious about them because they’re part of a project I’m building, and I miss checking on them first thing in the morning.

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near the Boston Public Library, Copley Square 13 days ago
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Lost: Work Cases in Boston

I was at 9:15 AM today by the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, and I think I left my Work Cases on the bench outside the library. It's a black leather case with a red strap, scuffed corners, and a zipper that sticks. Inside are important documents and a few personal notes that I rely on every day. If you found them, please let the site know—I’m hoping someone picked them up and will see this post.

Outside the Boston Public Library, Copley Square 14 days ago
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FOUND: Found holiday decorations near Boston City Hall Plaza.

FOUND: I found a tote full of holiday decorations by the edge of Boston City Hall Plaza around 6:15 p.m. on Friday, December 2. A string of warm-white lights glowed softly under the streetlight, and a red velvet garland peeked out from beneath torn tissue. A small Santa figurine rested on top. I placed the tote on a nearby bench and left a note so the owner might recognize it. The bundle includes several strings of lights, a garland, and a few ornaments. It felt like a piece of someone’s holiday season had slipped away in the evening breeze, and I wanted to help bring it back to its rightful home.

near Boston City Hall Plaza 20 days ago
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FOUND: Equipment for Various Sports in Boston

I found this Equipment for Various Sports on Friday evening, around 7:30 p.m., near the Frog Pond in Boston Common. A black gym bag sat by a bench, spilling out a basketball, running shoes, a tennis racket, and a rolled yoga mat. It looked like someone forgot it after practice, the way it all clashed together. I checked for a name tag but found nothing obvious. I brought the bag to the park’s security desk and left a note on the lost-and-found board, hoping the owner will see it here and claim it soon. It’s a small thing, but it felt like a little rescue in the middle of the city.

Frog Pond, Boston Common 25 days ago
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Shopping bags left behind on Newbury Street

My name is Priya Singh. Tonight, around 8:30 PM, I left a couple of shopping bags on a bench outside the Boston Public Library at Copley Square after finishing a quick stop at a cafe. When I returned, they were gone. The bags contain several small gifts and a reusable tote; I’m especially worried about a late birthday present I had tucked inside. I’m hoping someone picked them up and left them somewhere safe—the moment I realized, my heart sank, and I felt a wave of embarrassment. If you’ve seen them, I’d be grateful for any help in getting them back.

outside the Boston Public Library, Copley Square 27 days ago

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