New England Prepares as Hurricane Lee Heads North
The Atlantic may weaken Lee to a tropical storm by Saturday as New England braces for strong winds and heavy rain. Maine faces possible 20 foot waves and 70 mph gusts though cold northern waters temper landfall risk. past storms like 1938's great hurricane and 1969 Gerda highlight regional vigilance.
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Gulf of Maine warms faster raising cyclone concerns
The Gulf of Maine is warming faster than most oceans and in 2022 recorded the second warmest year, with an average sea surface temperature of 53.66 degrees Fahrenheit, over 3.7 degrees above the 40 year mean. Scientists warn warming could slow down decay of approaching hurricanes and foster stronger storms to the south.
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Pig kidney in brain dead man marks record for xenotransplant
At NYU Langone Health surgeons removed a genetically modified pig kidney after two months in Maurice Miller, the brain-dead Newburgh man who donated his body for research. The trial aimed to learn how pig organs function in humans and guide future living-patient tests.
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Interchange foes seek to block Brunswick highway plan
Medina County officials and residents oppose a new interstate interchange on Boston Road citing demolished homes safety risks to a jet fuel pipeline and high costs. Legislators argue the plan sets a troubling statewide precedent while community petitions and council critics press for repeal of provisions in House Bill 23 signed into law March 31.
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Medina County Holds Steady amid Income and Poverty Shifts
Medina County's median household income remained higher than state and national figures, rising to 65,720 in 2022 from 67,300 in 2021 while the U S median fell to 74,755. The county's poverty rate rose to 6.7 percent in 2022 from 5.3 percent in 2021, with prior years showing fluctuations. Commissioner Steve Hambley attributes resilience to skilled workers and steady investments, likening the area to a rising tide that differs from neighboring counties.
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Medina and Lorain count counties see fewer initial unemployment claims
Medina County shows a four week average of 176 initial claims, down from the prior week, with 77 claims for the week ending Sept 10, 2022. Lorain County reports 202 initial claims for Sept 9, 2022, a drop of 48 from the prior week, while statewide initial claims total 7,159 for the week ending Sept 9, 2022, down 3,376 from the prior week. Contact Sara Crawford at (330) 721-4063 or scrawford medina-gazette.com.
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