International preservation company Karcher spruces up Green-Wood Cemetery
The monuments at Green-Wood Cemetery are undergoing their annual sprucing up at the hands of an expert preservationist from overseas.
Thorsten Moewes has been power washing grave markers and mausoleums for 25 years. He works for the German company, Karcher, which has sponsored free cleanups for monuments around the world for the last 35 years.
Karcher's past projects have included Mount Rushmore here in the states and the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.
Green-Wood Cemetery President Richard Moylan says he's proud the historic graveyard has made that list.
"It's a great honor," he says.
Karcher's process involves using no chemicals -- just water heated to exactly 310 degrees. The low-pressure power washing does not damage the monuments, officials say.
The company will also donate equipment to Green-Wood and teach its current preservationists their techniques.
The Karcher team will clean three monuments over six days before departing.
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Kenny Bazile convicted of manslaughter in death of Carey Gabay
Kenny Bazile convicted of manslaughter in death of Carey Gabay
Jurors found one the men accused in the shooting death of Carey Gabay, a former aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, guilty of manslaughter but not guilty of second-degree murder, sparing him from life in prison.
Jurors found one the men accused in the shooting death of Carey Gabay, a former aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, guilty of manslaughter but not guilty of second-degree murder, sparing him from life in prison.
Jurors found one the men accused in the shooting death of Carey Gabay, a former aide to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, guilty of manslaughter but not guilty of second-degree murder, sparing him from life in prison.
Precincts hold event after wave of youth, gang-related deaths
Precincts hold event after wave of youth, gang-related deaths
Local police precincts in Brooklyn held a “Harmony Day” event Thursday after three teens were killed in a wave of what investigators believe to be gang-related violence.
Local police precincts in Brooklyn held a “Harmony Day” event Thursday after three teens were killed in a wave of what investigators believe to be gang-related violence.
Fatal shooting suspect to appear in court
Fatal shooting suspect to appear in court
Ralief Bradford,24, is charged with murder and gang assault in the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Justin Richey.
A 24-year-old accused of shooting a teen in Brooklyn is expected to appear in court Thursday, officials say.
A 24-year-old accused of shooting a teen in Brooklyn is expected to appear in court Thursday, officials say.
What's Going On: July 21-22
What's Going On: July 21-22
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What's going on in Brooklyn this weekend.
What's going on in Brooklyn this weekend.
All-female orthodox Jewish EMT corps gets own film
All-female orthodox Jewish EMT corps gets own film
An all-female orthodox Jewish ambulance corps in Brooklyn has gotten its own documentary.
An all-female orthodox Jewish ambulance corps in Brooklyn has gotten its own documentary.
NY officials: No major public health threat from steam blast
NY officials: No major public health threat from steam blast
An aging steam pipe containing cancer-causing asbestos exploded beneath Fifth Avenue in Manhattan early Thursday, spewing a geyser of white vapor 10 stories high and forcing an evacuation of 49 buildings, but city officials said there was no major public health threat.
An aging steam pipe containing cancer-causing asbestos exploded beneath Fifth Avenue in Manhattan early Thursday, spewing a geyser of white vapor 10 stories high and forcing an evacuation of 49 buildings, but city officials said there was no major public health threat.
Tech Check - July 19, 2018
Tech Check - July 19, 2018
Tech Check for Thursday, July 19, 2018.Business Briefs: Comcast, FDA, Nike
Business Briefs: Comcast, FDA, Nike
Comcast dropping its bid for much of 21st Century Fox’s entertainment business. The FDA looking to crack down on dairy imposters. Nike says its Zoom Vaporfly 4% sneakers will make athletes run faster.
Comcast dropping its bid for much of 21st Century Fox’s entertainment business. The FDA looking to crack down on dairy imposters. Nike says its Zoom Vaporfly 4% sneakers will make athletes run faster.
#N12BK: Shark attacks in New York
#N12BK: Shark attacks in New York
A great white shark heads towards the camera, just below the surface of the water, taken at The Neptune Islands, South Australia, June 2014.
Authorities are warning the public to be cautious after they say two children were bitten in the waters off New York's Fire Island in possible shark attacks.
Authorities are warning the public to be cautious after they say two children were bitten in the waters off New York's Fire Island in possible shark attacks.
Business Briefs: Facebook, Wendy’s, Jeff Bezos
Business Briefs: Facebook, Wendy’s, Jeff Bezos
Facebook is cracking down on fake news. Wendy and Papa John are no longer on speaking terms. Jeff Bezos’ space company Blue Origin performed a successful test of its rockets’ emergency abort capabilities.
Facebook is cracking down on fake news. Wendy and Papa John are no longer on speaking terms. Jeff Bezos’ space company Blue Origin performed a successful test of its rockets’ emergency abort capabilities.
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Trump and Putin hold summit in Helsinki
Trump and Putin hold summit in Helsinki
(Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
Sights and scenes at President Donald Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir V. Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday, July 16, 2018. Images via Getty.
Sights and scenes at President Donald Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir V. Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday, July 16, 2018. Images via Getty.
2018 Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival Performers
2018 Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival Performers
Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival
Here are the artists who will be performing in Prospect Park this summer.
Here are the artists who will be performing in Prospect Park this summer.
2018 Ford Amphitheater Summer Concert Lineup
2018 Ford Amphitheater Summer Concert Lineup
The Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk is rolling out its summer concert lineup for 2018.
The Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk is rolling out its summer concert lineup for 2018.
The Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk is rolling out its summer concert lineup for 2018.
Historical photos of the Coney Island Boardwalk
Historical photos of the Coney Island Boardwalk
The Coney Island Boardwalk has officially been declared a historical landmark. Here are some photos of the boardwalk taken nearly 120 years ago.The Coney Island Boardwalk has officially been declared a historical landmark. Here are some photos of the boardwalk taken nearly 120 years ago.news
Fuhgeddaboudit Food Photos
Fuhgeddaboudit Food Photos
It's food so good, so unique, so Brooklyn....Fuhgeddaboudit!
Here are some of the dishes featured on Fuhgeddaboudit Food.
Here are some of the dishes featured on Fuhgeddaboudit Food.
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Things To Do
Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
THE JOKER is located at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ.
Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Statue of Liberty
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
2018 Event Lineup at the Barclays Center
2018 Event Lineup at the Barclays Center
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 27: Musicians and husband and wife Tim McGraw and Faith Hill perform during their Soul2Soul Tour at Barclays Center of Brooklyn on October 27, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
The Barclays Center in Brooklyn is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2018.
The Barclays Center in Brooklyn is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2018.
President Trump and first lady visit Great Britain
President Trump and first lady visit Great Britain
Photos of President Donald Trump's visit to the United Kingdom in July 2018. Images via Getty.
Photos of President Donald Trump's visit to the United Kingdom in July 2018. Images via Getty.
