Rhode Island Record
Newport, RI
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Jonathan Easton Cemetery preservation

Summary

The tiny historic Easton family burial plot has been left to volunteers and neighbors; the council wants city hall to find a legal path to maintain it.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Any maintenance costs aren't yet known — staff will report back on options.

✅Who benefits

Historic cemetery advocates and anyone who cares about Newport's colonial-era sites.

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