The second week of the Junior Lifeguard Educational Program was another great success at both Meschutt and Smith Point beach. At Meschutt, our juniors started the morning with a quarter-mile beach run before practicing flat tow rescues in calm water. The day ended with a review of important safety tips and the importance of fitness, […]
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On July 17, 1996, TWA Flight 800 took off from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York on its way to Paris and Rome. Just 12 minutes after takeoff, the Boeing 747 exploded and crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near East Moriches, New York. All 230 passengers and crew members on board lost their […]
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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New York City, Long Island, and several surrounding counties through midnight Thursday. Fine particulate pollution is expected to push the Air Quality Index (AQI) above 100, indicating unhealthy air for sensitive groups. Young children, older adults, and people with […]
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The first Sunday of the Junior Lifeguard Program was a great success, with an enthusiastic group of young participants ready to learn and have fun. The weather was excellent, and everyone showed a positive attitude throughout the morning. Today’s training was divided into three stations that helped build important lifeguarding skills. At the surfboard station, […]
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Meschutt Beach was filled with smiles as the Meschutt Lifeguards joined the Southampton Village Lifeguards to host a special swimming event for Luv Michael and the crew. The program gave individuals with autism the chance to enjoy the water in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment. Lifeguards worked together to build confidence, teach basic water […]
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Lifeguards from New York to Virginia gathered in Rehoboth Beach on Wednesday, July 8, to compete in the 2026 U.S. Lifesaving Association Mid-Atlantic Lifeguard Championships. Hosted by the Rehoboth Beach Patrol at its headquarters on Baltimore Avenue and the Boardwalk, the competition began at 9:30 a.m. The championships showcased the athleticism and lifesaving skills that […]
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The Story Behind the Tunnel Artwork The colorful artwork in these tunnels was created by Splashes of Hope, a nonprofit organization founded in 1996. Their mission is simple but powerful: use art to transform spaces, brighten environments, and help people heal. Each mural is custom-designed, by a child and then painted by an artist. Over […]
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As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, our lifeguards came together for the 3rd Annual July 4th Lifeguard Breakfast, Recognition Ceremony, and Team Photo. It was a great morning of camaraderie, appreciation, and tradition—and, of course, you can never go wrong with a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich (or a sausage, egg, and cheese) to start […]
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As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and vision of those who declared our nation’s independence in 1776. For two and a half centuries, generations of Americans have worked to protect the freedoms and opportunities that continue to define our country. This milestone is a time to reflect on our shared […]
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Here are some simple heat safety tips you can share:
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