Found an item? Your responsibilities

What to do when you find someone else's property — your responsibilities and how to return it safely.

Found something in Twin Tiers NY/PA? Handling it responsibly protects both you and the owner. Rules vary by location, but the principles are consistent.

Make a reasonable effort to find the owner. Check for ID, contact details, or anything that identifies who it belongs to.
Don't assume it's yours to keep. Keeping found property without trying to return it can have legal consequences. When in doubt, hand it in.
Hand valuables to the authorities. Report significant or high-value finds to the police non-emergency line for Twin Tiers NY/PA; they'll log it and may issue a reference.
Store it safely. Keep the item secure and unchanged while you try to return it.
Post a found listing. Add a found-item listing for Twin Tiers NY/PA with enough detail for the real owner to identify it — while holding back one verifying detail.

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Recent reports in Twin Tiers NY/PA

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Silver bracelet with heart charm and blue stone

I found a delicate sterling silver bracelet this afternoon around 3:15 pm outside the Arnot Mall on College Ave in Elmira, NY. It's a slim 6.5-inch chain with a small heart charm engraved 'Mom' and a tiny blue stone bead near the clasp. The bracelet is in good condition, just a few light scratches from wear. If this sounds like yours, send a message and we can arrange pickup.

Twin Tiers NY/PA 23 days ago

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Blue Nike running hoodie with neon zipper

I found a blue Nike Dri-FIT running hoodie this afternoon around 4:15 pm in the Arnot Mall parking lot off College Ave in Elmira, Twin Tiers NY/PA. It’s a men’s size L, blue with black shoulder panels and a bright neon orange zipper pull. The chest has a white Nike swoosh and the hoodie features two zip pockets plus a small inner pocket with initials 'A.J.' embroidered on a faded tag. There’s a tiny coffee stain on the front hem and a minor cuff snag—that’s a good marker if you’re checking. It looks like it was just dropped, and I’d really like to help get it back to its owner.

Twin Tiers NY/PA about 1 month ago

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Silver pendant necklace with leaf charm found in Sayre

I found this silver pendant necklace this afternoon around 2:30pm on the sidewalk outside the Sayre Theatre on Main Street in Sayre, PA. It's a 20-inch sterling silver chain with a small oval leaf pendant, etched veins, and a tiny turquoise bead near the clasp. The back is stamped '925' and there’s a discreet set of initials 'JL' engraved on the leaf—easy to spot if you know your own piece. It’s in decent shape with a light scuff on the chain, and I’d be glad to return it to its owner; I know how much a necklace like this can mean.

Twin Tiers NY/PA 4 months ago

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Navy parka with detachable faux-fur hood

I found a navy blue parka this afternoon around 2:15pm behind the CVS on Main Street in Elmira, NY. It's a men's XL Columbia winter parka with a detachable faux-fur hood and an orange zipper pull that really stands out. The coat is in decent shape, with a few light rain marks on the sleeve and a small scuff near the pocket, but otherwise clean. I left it near the bike rack by the CVS entrance in case the owner comes back looking, and I’m happy to hold onto it for a bit. If you recognize these details and want it back, DM me here with a short description of the coat.

Twin Tiers NY/PA 5 months ago

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Ryobi 18V drill in yellow case

I found a Ryobi 18V One+ cordless drill in a yellow hard case this afternoon around 2:15pm behind the Home Depot on Main Street in Johnson City, in the Twin Tiers NY/PA area. The drill is used but in solid condition, with a few scratches on the yellow housing and a green 2.0Ah battery plugged in. The grip has a small crack near the base, and there’s a dent near the chuck. Inside the case there’s a charger and a handful of drill bits, and a blue painter’s tape label on the lid reads 'M. Carter'—could be a clue. If this is yours, describe one distinguishing detail and I’ll arrange pickup.

Twin Tiers NY/PA 6 months ago

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Found white and blue mountain bike with scratches on the frame near the river trail in Twin Tiers, NY/PA.

I found a white and blue mountain bike near the river trail in Twin Tiers NY/PA while out for a walk yesterday. It looks like it's been here for a while, as it has some scratches on the frame, but the tires are still in good shape. If it belongs to you, please describe any distinct features so I can return it to the right person.

River Trail, Twin Tiers, NY/PA, New York, USA 7 months ago