We’re in the middle of summer, and with so much playing in and around so much water, just how many of us have the requisite swimming skills? more

The rip currents off South Shore beaches that were predicted last weekend, courtesy of Hurricane Arthur, for the most part didn’t show, but many others surely will this summer. more

Now that school is over, the action will ramp up at backyard and public pools as well as Long Island’s beaches. more

The third annual Swim Across America fundraiser was held at the Lynbrook pool last Saturday, once again coordinated by friends Julie Bergin and Kelly Stapleton. To date, they have raised over $40,000. “During this year’s kickoff event we had the privilege of meeting with the doctors who are conducting research to find a cure as a direct result of Swim Across America fundraising,” said Bergin. “This has motivated us to keep on making waves to fight cancer!” Swim Across America In. is dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment through swimming-related events. more

Call it a minor miracle. I was recently at the Town of Hempstead’s Newbridge Road Park pool in Bellmore, swimming with my kids. more

Summer is all about cool swims on sun-drenched days. But without a measure of common sense, swimming — in a backyard pool, at the local public pool or in the ocean — can turn dangerous, even deadly. more

A dozen students were named “triathletes” at a “Fly With the Owls” triathlon on Aug. 25 at Greis Park as part of the organization’s middle school triathlon mentoring … more

When thinking of a country club, one generally assumes that a single membership covers all. Such is not the case with Lawrence Village Country Club, which is comprised of three separate facilities. The Golf Club, Tennis Club and the Village Marina are each run independently. more