Cemetery Department Announces Riverside Cemetery Spring Cleanup, Columbarium Niche Sale

(Saugus, MA) March 9, 2017 – The Town of Saugus Cemetery Department announces that spring grounds cleanup will begin at the Riverside Cemetery on Monday, March 27, 2017.

The Cemetery Commission kindly asks members of the public to remove any personal and/or holiday/seasonal items from the grounds before the cleanup begins.

In addition, the Cemetery Department announces the sale of double niches in the North and South columbarium towers. 

Each double niche costs $1,375.00 and allows two cremations per niche. This fee includes the installation cost of the niche plaque. Niche purchases must be made with a bank check or money order payable to Town of Saugus Riverside Cemetery. Additional costs for the purchase of a niche plaque are payable to the monument company based on the selection made with them.

Those interested in purchasing a niche or who have questions, please contact the Cemetery Department at 781-231-4170 or stop by the office located at 164 Winter Street, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

About The Town of Saugus

The Town of Saugus, Massachusetts, is a family-friendly, historic neighborhood Town located along the north shore, ten miles north of Boston. First settled in 1629, Saugus is home to historic sites, top-tier public services, and a thriving business community. Strong community support, a forward-thinking approach to town government, rich recreational opportunities, affordable choices, and easy access to all the amenities that Boston has to offer – they all contribute to make Saugus a Town where businesses flourish and families make their home.