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Tree dedication at Oakwood Cemetery party of effort to plant 250 trees in Raleigh

The Raleigh Rotary America 250 Oak City Tree Campaign invites residents to help plant over 250 oak trees across the city in celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

100 years of Memorial Day in Raleigh

Oakwood Cemetery marked a major milestone: the 100th anniversary of Memorial Day in Raleigh.

Memorial Day service at Raleigh's Oakwood Cemetery

A memorial service at Oakwood Cemetery in Raleigh honors the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces and marks the 100th anniversary of Raleigh's first observance of the holiday.

Oakwood honors 100th anniversary of Memorial Day in Raleigh

The first observance of National Memorial Day was held at Oakwood Cemetery in 1924 in the wake of World War I.

Eric Miller, WRAL reporter

'In this together:' Oakwood24 run/walk raises money for Raleigh addiction recovery program

Volunteers will walk or run for up to 24 hours this weekend at Historic Oakwood Cemetery to raise money for Healing Transitions.

Shelle Jackson, WRAL reporter

A holiday honor for veterans: Oakwood Field of Honor hosts Wreaths Across America event

At Raleigh's historic Oakwood cemetery and more than 3,700 other locations across the country, wreaths were laid Saturday to honor U.S. veterans.

Trick-or-treating in historic Oakwood neighborhood on Halloween

Despite the weather, many people are trick-or-treating in the historic Oakwood neighborhood.

Local 'Wreaths Across America' events honor veterans

At memorials and cemeteries across the country, hundreds of thousands of people paid tribute to our veterans by taking part in Wreaths Across America Saturday.

Brett Knese, WRAL multimedia journalist

​Grove of Remembrance: Visitors hang ribbons with messages for lost loved ones at Oakwood

Inspired by the isolation, loss and changes that have occurred for many people over the past year, Oakwood Cemetery has created the Grove of Remembrance - a natural grove of flowering crepe myrtles, where visitors can hang ribbons with messages for those who have passed.

Heather Leah, WRAL multiplatform producer

A Reorientation during the Pandemic

With Phase 2 extended for the second time for three more weeks, it may be a good time for a reorientation of the mind and heart.

Liisa Ogburn

Hidden History: Co-founder of Mother's Day was a Raleigh mother

Did you know Raleigh played a role in the origins of Mother's Day? Madeline Jane Jones Procter, co-founder of Mother's Day, lived in Raleigh and is buried in Historic Oakwood Cemetery. Her ideals and traditions live on in her family, who have also made a local impact.

Heather Leah, WRAL multiplatform producer

Man spends Father's Day at cemetery to be near his dad

Alex Goldenshtein, a proud father of two young girls, usually spends Father's Day with his family. This year, he spent the day at the Oakwood Cemetery.

Father's Day a time to celebrate for some, mourn for others

For many, Father's Day is a time to celebrate dads. For others, it's about remembering.

Nia Harden, WRAL reporter, and Jessica Patrick, WRAL digital journalist

Historic Oakwood Cemetary marks 150 years with series of Death Letters

Historic Oakwood Cemetery turns 150 years old. To mark the occasion, the cemetery is publishing a series of Death Letters, penned by local people who have thoughts on the issue.

Life from letters of death: Historic Oakwood Cemetery encourages end-of-life conversations

Historic Oakwood Cemetery turns 150 years old. To mark the occasion, the cemetery is publishing a series of Death Letters, penned by local people who have thoughts on the issue.

Richard Adkins, WRAL Photojournalist

Fayetteville, Raleigh mark Memorial Day with solemn ceremonies

At Freedom Memorial Park in Fayetteville, dozens of people turned out Monday to honor those who died in armed conflicts that date back to World War I.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL reporter

Oakwood Cemetery marks Memorial Day

At Oakwood Cemetery in Raleigh, music, speeches and tributes in memory of those who lost their lives in the fight for freedom