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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Group works to bail out incarcerated New Yorkers
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A group wants to help incarcerated New Yorkers who cannot afford bail.
A group wants to help incarcerated New Yorkers who cannot afford bail.
Officials: Firetruck operator suffered seizure before crash
Officials: Firetruck operator suffered seizure before crash
A firetruck operator crashed into multiple parked cars in Brownsville after he suffered a seizure, officials say.
A firetruck operator crashed into multiple parked cars in Brownsville after he suffered a seizure, officials say.
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Vote: School Spirit Showdown Top 12
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Let the battle for bragging rights begin! News 12 Brooklyn is launching a new series, School Spirit Showdown! It's time to prove that your school RULES!
What happens if you win Mega Millions' $970M jackpot?
What happens if you win Mega Millions' $970M jackpot?
You've won the Mega Millions jackpot, now what? Here are some answers for someone holding that prized lottery ticket.
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You've won the Mega Millions jackpot, now what? Here are some answers for someone holding that prized lottery ticket.
Poll: National Mammography Day
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National Mammography Day is held the third Friday in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was first proclaimed by President Clinton in 1993. Do you know anyone who detected breast cancer thanks to a mammography?
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National Mammography Day is held the third Friday in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was first proclaimed by President Clinton in 1993. Do you know anyone who detected breast cancer thanks to a mammography?
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Here's a look at what's going on this weekend in Brooklyn.
Poll: National Chocolate Cupcake Day
Poll: National Chocolate Cupcake Day
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It's National Chocolate Cupcake Day. Do you prefer your cupcake with or without frosting?
It's National Chocolate Cupcake Day. Do you prefer your cupcake with or without frosting?
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Fuhgeddaboudit Food: Daigo Hand Roll Bar
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Customers of a sushi bar in Brooklyn say there's nothing else like it.
Fall Foliage: Where to see it around the tri-state
Fall Foliage: Where to see it around the tri-state
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Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 Brooklyn want to see your Fall Fun pics!
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Is fall your favorite season? Are you and your family doing fun things this fall? Whether you're out apple or pumpkin picking, at a farm or corn maze or just hanging around in your home or yard, News 12 Brooklyn want to see your Fall Fun pics! Send them via Twitter or Instagram with the #BKFallFun and they might end up on air or on News12.com.
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
Brooklyn Birthday Smiles
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It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Halloween costumes for children in 2018
Halloween costumes for children in 2018
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Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
Whether your kids are into "Fortnite," or "The Incredibles," News 12 has the most popular Halloween children's costumes for 2018.
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Companies around the nation are hiring seasonal workers for the holiday shopping season.
Florida picks up pieces after Hurricane Michael
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2018 American Music Awards
2018 American Music Awards
Taylor Swift accepts the Artist of the Year award onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
Taylor Swift accepts the Artist of the Year award onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
The 2018 American Music Awards were held at the Microsoft Theater on Oct. 9, 2018 in Los Angeles.
The 2018 American Music Awards were held at the Microsoft Theater on Oct. 9, 2018 in Los Angeles.
Photos
Yankees and Red Sox face off in ALDS
Yankees and Red Sox face off in ALDS
Photos from the American League Division Series that has all eyes on the rivalry between Boston and the Bronx.
Photos from the American League Division Series that has all eyes on the rivalry between Boston and the Bronx.
Sights and Scene Photos from New York Comic Con 2018
Sights and Scene Photos from New York Comic Con 2018
New York Comic Con is being held at the Javits Center Oct. 4-7, and News 12 is there! Click or tap on the photos to see the full album and send us your photos if you were there!
New York Comic Con is being held at the Javits Center Oct. 4-7, and News 12 is there! Click or tap on the photos to see the full album and send us your photos if you were there!
Things To Do
Things To Do
Looking for something fun to do? Check our our guide of things to do in the tri-state area.
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
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Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
