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Lifeguard trainees learn how to administer cardio pulmonary resuscitation at Lifeguard Training NY.

Long Island's beaches and pools need more lifeguards

Being a lifeguard, a staple of summer employment, has been upended by the coronavirus pandemic, as there is a shortage of lifeguards across the nation and on Long Island. more

By Olivia Ramseur | 6/17/21

Hewlett resident and lifeguard Cary Epstein, second from right, was honored by local officials for his lifesaving efforts as a lifeguard.

Hewlett resident Cary Epstein honored for lifeguard saving efforts

Hewlett resident and Jones Beach lifeguard Cary Epstein was one of five lifeguards honored by Assemblywoman Judy Griffin, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and State Sen. Todd Kaminsky (D-Long … more

By Matthew Ferremi | 7/6/20

Hewlett residents and twin brothers Caleb left, and Josh Goldstein, created Five Towns Lifeguards and are offering their lifeguard services to backyard get-togethers and parties.

Hewlett twins create Five Towns Lifeguards

They are twin brothers, certified lifeguards and after having a job interview at the Sand Beach Club in Atlantic Beach canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic, Hewlett residents Caleb and Josh … more

By Jessica Coacci | 6/25/20

Staying safe when the summer heats up

Summer is finally here. It should be a time of joy, spent barbecuing in the backyard and hanging out at the beach. Too often, however, summer turns tragic when it needn’t. The American Red Cross offers the following guidelines . . . more

6/21/18

Hewlett resident Cary Epstein, a 20-year Jones Beach veteran, was named New York State Lifeguard of the Year.

Life’s a beach for Hewlett resident

Spending more than half his life on the beach and having interests ranging from acting to philanthropy have paid dividends for Hewlett resident Cary Epstein, who was recently named the New York State Lifeguard of the Year. more

By Jeff Bessen | 8/17/17

This summer, stay safe in and around the water

Whether it’s the shimmering water of a backyard pool, a lake or the ocean, having fun there necessitates a cautious approach to help ensure that children and adults remain safe. Year after year . . . more

6/22/17

Lifeguard Training NY in Lawrence teaches skills to help people get their Red Cross certifications. Above, Itiel Cohen showed how to treat a person with a spinal injury.

Diving in to help save lives

Having people know how to save a life propelled Mordecai Eliyahu to establish Lifeguard Training NY in 2012 after being a volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician with the Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department for about five years. more

By Jeff Bessen | 2/8/17

Lifeguards, surfers save swimmers in rough seas

A woman standing on the jetty at Lincoln Boulevard beach, reportedly taking photos, was caught by a wave, pulled into the water and slammed into the rocks, a witness and … more

By Anthony Rifilato and Ben Strack | 9/4/16

Stay safe in and around the water this summer

Public and private pools are busy all over Long Island’s South Shore, and the Atlantic Ocean is finally warm enough for comfortable swimming. In any of those settings, an emphasis on safety . . . more

7/13/16

Make Red Cross’s month: get involved

March is the month we recognize the American Red Cross for all it does, as we have since President Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaimed it so in 1943: “I request that during that month . . . more

3/3/16

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