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local1 month ago•8 min saved

Wrong remains buried in family plot sparks questions about NC cemetery oversight

A Raleigh family discovers in 2024 that a cremated remains were buried in a plot they bought in 2013 at Montlawn Memorial Park. They later learned a second plot they purchased was misassigned, with a separate family linked to the mix-up. The case is part of eight North Carolina consumer cemetery complaints since 2020, including billing and marker issues, and comes as Montlawn (owned by Everstory Partners) faces scrutiny over record-keeping. WRAL’s investigation highlights concerns about cemetery oversight and notes the Greene family has not heard from the cemetery since 2025, seeking accountability and a resolution.

via WRAL|

#burial-plot #cemetery #consumer-complaints

animals4 months ago•42 min saved

Huge Underground Bee Colony Found Hidden at New York Cemetery

Researchers in Ithaca’s East Lawn Cemetery estimate a 100-year-old colony of about 5.5 million Andrena regularis bees nesting underground across 1.5 acres, potentially one of the world’s largest bee aggregations. Using emergence traps, they documented 3,251 insects across 16 species, with the population likely ranging 3–8 million. The colony’s longevity and size are tied to the cemetery’s undisturbed sandy soil and limited pesticide use, highlighting cemeteries as biodiversity refuges and the bees’ role in pollinating crops like apples.

via Good News Network|

#andrena-regularis #animals #bees

local4 months ago•4 min saved

Vase thefts at Fresno cemetery shock families ahead of Memorial Day

Dozens of bronze/brass vases were stolen from graves at Fresno Memorial Gardens, upsetting families as Memorial Day preparations were underway; thieves target metal items to resell, prompting some to replace metal vases with plastic and prompting heightened security at other cemeteries.

via ABC30 Fresno|

#cemetery #fresno #local

nation-and-world5 months ago•25 min saved

Unclaimed remains found in Trinidad cemetery spark police investigation

Authorities in Cumuto Cemetery, Trinidad and Tobago, discovered the remains of 50 babies and 6 adults, with most adult remains bearing identification tags. Preliminary indications suggest unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses, and police say the finding is deeply troubling as investigations proceed to identify those responsible and determine how the remains were discarded.

via WSYX|

#cemetery #human-remains #infants

world5 months ago•12 min saved

56 Bodies Dumped at Trinidad Cemetery Prompt Investigation

Authorities in Trinidad and Tobago are investigating after 56 bodies were found dumped at a cemetery, with forensic teams examining the remains and the circumstances surrounding the discovery.

via AP News|

#cemetery #crime #investigation

science5 months ago•12 min saved

Hidden bee metropolis: millions of ground-nesting bees under an Ithaca cemetery

Cornell researchers estimate 5.5–5.6 million ground-nesting bees live under East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York, based on spring 2023 emergence traps, making it one of the largest bee aggregations on record. The population consists of many individual nests rather than a single colony, with bees overwintering underground and emerging in spring thanks to undisturbed soil, minimal pesticides, and nearby flowering plants.

via The Independent|

#bees #cemetery #cornell-university

animals5 months ago•18 min saved

Millions of ground-nesting bees found thriving beneath a cemetery

Scientists discovered a massive underground colony of ground-nesting bees (Andrena regularis) beneath East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York, estimating 3.1 to 8 million bees emerged in a single season—enough activity to rival hundreds of honeybee hives—highlighting the crucial role of solitary bees in pollination and biodiversity and underscoring cemeteries as overlooked habitats that deserve protection; the study notes low parasitism and timing patterns in bee emergence that aid survival.

via Earth.com|

#andrena-regularis #animals #bees

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Iran security official seen firing on mourners at cemetery during protests

BBC Verify has verified footage from Abdanan showing a security official firing toward mourners at a cemetery during 40th‑day commemorations for those killed in Iran’s crackdown; the incident occurs as anti-government chants are heard in several cities, while state media denied injuries and rights groups estimate thousands killed in the protests.

via BBC|

#cemetery #iran #protests

human-interest8 months ago•3 min saved

Angel in Uniform Brings Grieving Widow From Cemetery to Home

A Syracuse widow who spent years sleeping at her husband’s cemetery grave after his death and eviction was helped by a retired cemetery officer. The officer paid for a hotel, connected her with a college, launched a crowdfunding campaign, and facilitated a move into an affordable tiny home through a nonprofit, transforming her life from sleeping outdoors to having a home and renewed hope.

via CBS News|

#cemetery #grief #homelessness

history9 months ago•4 min saved

Medieval Cemetery Secrets Unveiled by New Discoveries

Archaeologists in Wales have uncovered a 6th or 7th-century burial site with predominantly female skeletons, domestic artifacts, and a possible small religious building, suggesting it was part of an early female religious community, with ongoing excavations aiming to understand more about early Christianity and community life.

via BBC|

#archaeology #cemetery #history

history9 months ago•1 min saved

Mass Medieval Burial Uncovered in Buckingham

Archaeologists have uncovered over 70 bodies at a medieval execution cemetery in Buckingham, dating back to the 13th century, providing rare insights into medieval society and criminal executions, with further analysis ongoing.

via BBC|

#archaeology #buckingham #cemetery

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Mystery at Chattanooga Cemetery: Vases Vanishing Without a Trace

Vases keep disappearing from Lakewood Memory Gardens West cemetery in Chattanooga, with one family member expressing frustration over the ongoing thefts. The cemetery has no on-site staff, and the police are cooperating in criminal investigations. The stolen vases, which can cost up to $300 to replace, have prompted calls for increased security measures such as additional lighting. The community is concerned about the impact on families visiting the gravesites and is urging for more action to address the issue.

via WTVC|

#cemetery #chattanooga #community

world2 years ago•0 min saved

"Mass Grave in Gaza: Palestinians Buried Amidst Ongoing Conflict"

Due to overcrowding in cemeteries, Palestinians in Gaza are being buried in a mass grave, highlighting the dire situation in the region.

via Reuters|

#burial #cemetery #gaza

society2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unearthing Forgotten Stories: Gallatin's Monument Honors 500 Unmarked Graves"

A monument has been unveiled at the Gallatin City Cemetery in Tennessee to honor the more than 500 African Americans buried in unmarked graves. The cemetery, established in 1814, was segregated, and many Black residents were buried in the back. The monument was made possible through a donation from Volunteer State Bank and the use of ground penetrating radar to locate the graves. The Friends of the Gallatin City Cemetery, a group dedicated to maintaining the cemetery, organized the unveiling and continue to raise funds for preservation efforts.

via News Channel 5 Nashville|

#african-americans #cemetery #gallatin

archaeology3 years ago•0 min saved

Gaza's Largest Cemetery Unearths Rare Roman Tombs

Archaeologists in Gaza have discovered what is believed to be the largest cemetery in the region, with a total of 135 graves unearthed so far. The excavation also revealed two lead sarcophagi, a first for Gaza archaeology. The team plans to send the skeletons and human remains for further research and continue excavating other artifacts. The discoveries provide valuable insights into the cultural material and health conditions of the ancient population.

via The Daily Beast|

#ancient-graves #archaeology #cemetery