Alumni, Brian Perry Jr., Class of 1999, received the West Sayville Firefighter of the Year award, and was acknowledged by the Department for his efforts and the efforts of three other amazing firemen. On September 30th, 2018, Perry was honored on Medal Day and received the Bronze Medal of Valor for his heroic actions. Congratulations […]
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Lifeguard of the Year – Kevin Konarski Kevin Konarski is a proud alumni of Lindenhurst High School. He grew up swimming for the Lindy Bulldogs at a very young age and holds multiple Lindenhurst High School records: 50 Free (21.7), 100 Free (46.9), 200 Free (1:41.2), 500 Free (4.38.0), 200 Free Relay and 400 Free Relay. […]
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(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Daniel H. Farrell) Start spreading the news, 106th is leaving today… Members of the 106th Rescue Wing assigned to the New York Air National Guard climb aboard an HC-130 aircraft at the 106th Rescue Wing, Westhampton Beach N.Y., Sept. 13, 2018. The 106th Rescue Wing plans […]
Read More Viera, Triani, Hartman and Galvao prepare to respond to Hurricane Florence
According to Hurricane Center: “Data from an Air Force Reserve hurricane hunter aircraft along with satellite imagery and various intensity estimates indicate that Florence has weakened instead of strengthening. However, while the hurricane hasn’t strengthened in terms of peak winds, the inner-core and outer wind fields have continued to expand, resulting in an increase the […]
Read More Four named system in the Atlantic
By Garrett Thibodeau and Erik Gorman That’s a wrap! Another remarkable season in the books for the Smith Point lifeguards, and with it another list of accomplishments to add to an ever-growing list of achievements. Our competition teams once again showcased their athletic prowess across 4 tournaments; winning both the East Hampton tournament and the […]
Read More 2018 Summer season comes to a close!
On Monday, August 27th, Suffolk County Executive, Mr. Steven Bellone, Suffolk County Legislator, Kara Hahn and Parks Commissioner Phil Berdolt took time out of their busy schedule to meet with Chief Bob Kolar, Smith Point Lifeguards to congratulate our lifeguards on taking second place at the National Lifeguard Championship in Virginia Beach this season. Thank […]
Read More Suffolk County Executive, Steven Bellone visits Smith Point Lifeguards
August 26 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm The Fourth Annual Paddle Board Race will be held at The Bay Shore Yacht Club. Whether a competitor or spectator, this one is a lot of fun! Join SSP for Long Island largest and best paddle board race and benefit the bay at the same time! Sponsored […]
Read More Great South Bay Paddle Board Race this Sunday!
SUFFOLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Grace Kelly-McGovern August 6, 2018 631-854-0095 The Suffolk County Department of Public Works’ Division of Vector Control plans to treat parts of the following marshes by helicopter to control mosquito larvae. Should weather conditions prevent completion of the work, it will be continued […]
Read More Ground Spraying for Mosquitoes
On Monday, July 30th, lifeguards from across Long Island came together for a day of intense competition to see who is the best on the Island. Many times the competition resembles the USLA National Lifeguard Championships, as year after year, the same individuals wind up competing for the same title at the national level. The […]
Read More Smith Point edges out East Hampton to win 2018 Long Island Lifeguard Championship