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

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

Lynbrook village pool at Greis Park was closed on Monday after damaging winds and rain from Hurricane … more

On April 13, the Lynbrook Fire Department was dispatched to the home on Windsor Place for the reported child falling into a pool. A Valley Stream mother, who was visiting a friend’s home in … more

Many friends, family members, Lynbrook firefighters and fellow correction officers and co-workers from the sheriff’s office where Lenny Llewellyn, 43, is employed came out to support him … more

Recent drowning deaths on Long Island have prompted local officials to focus on water safety at our beaches, bays and public pools and to remind private pool owners of regulations already in place. more

Three-year-old Lucas McNally of Lynbrook was rushed to Winthrop University Hospital after he was found unresponsive at the bottom of the village pool in Greis Park on June 23. more