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Jewett cemetery book now available

The Town of Jewett historian (Greene County) Elaine Warfield is seeking the public’s assistance with historical news, images and stories related to the town. Also sought are verbal stories and remembrances passed down through families. Whether you grew up in the town or are in

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Several tours of Buffalo cemeteries to take place in July

There are several tours of Buffalo cemeteries scheduled for July. United German and French Cemetery – July 18 and 24. This tour explores the final resting places of some of the earliest residents of Buffalo. Learn about manufacturers, inventors, brewers, craftsmen, heroes, sportsmen, a brothel

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Jamestown cemetery tours to take place this summer

The Fenton History Center will host two tours of Lake View Cemetery in Jamestown during the summer. Learn the stories about veterans buried in Lake View Cemetery on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Six veterans will be highlighted whose stories

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Volunteers needed for cemetery work groups this week

Two New York cemeteries groups, in opposite parts of the state,  will be hosting work projects this week. Friends of Lakeview Cemeteries, located in Patchogue (Suffolk County) will host its first weekly headstone cleaning event tomorrow, June 18 at 10 a.m. This will be an

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