Latest "VA cemeteries" stories

VA officials work to raise awareness of cemetery, burial services

Only about 20% of veterans are interred at national or state veterans cemeteries.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Veterans cemeteries will be fully open to visitors this Memorial Day

Public attendance at ceremonies had been limited the last two years by the coronavirus pandemic.

By Leo Shane III

10 months ago

VA to lift all restrictions on cemetery visits ahead of Memorial Day

The new rules go into effect on May 26, less than a week before the holiday.

By Leo Shane III

23 months ago

Continued limits on VA burial service attendance draw criticism

A Republican lawmaker wants VA to lift all caps on how many mourners can attend committal services at department cemeteries.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Veterans cemeteries to resume some committal, memorial services next week

Most funeral services at the VA sites have been prohibited since late March.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

VA to engrave controversial motto in bronze at all department cemeteries

Department leaders have resisted calls to make the motto more inclusive for women veterans.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

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