A new motion from Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim would implement free swim lessons for beginners. Sim calls the matter a core public safety policy.
But as Troy Charles reports, the chair of the Vancouver Park Board isn’t convinced it’s a feasible plan.
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Colorado Swim Beach Closed for 2026 | 9NEWS
Longmont’s Union Reservoir swim beach will be closed for the year due to forecasted low water levels.
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Bodies of Missing Italian Divers Found in Maldives | BBC News
The bodies of all five divers who died in the Maldives last week have now been found, officials have confirmed.
The Italians were found inside a 60-metre-deep (197ft) cave in Vaavu Atoll by a joint team of highly trained Finnish and Maldivian divers, the officials said.
The body of the fifth Italian diver, a member of the group, had already been recovered shortly after Thursday’s accident.
A Maldivian rescue diver also died on Saturday while searching for the bodies of the group.
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Catching up with the decorated Georgian Bay Squall Masters Swim Team | CTV News
The Georgian Bay Squall has already won 76 Gold Medals in individual and relay events and will be sending 78 swimmers to the Nationals in Windsor.
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Maldives Military Diver Dies Searching for Bodies of 4 Italians in an Underwater Cave | ABC 7 Chicago
A Maldivian military diver died Saturday while searching for the bodies of four Italian divers believed to be deep inside an underwater cave.
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Johnson City ‘27 Budget Would Fund $37M Aquatic Center, up Taxes by 20% | WJHL
Johnson City Commissioners reached verbal consensus Thursday on a fiscal 2027 budget that includes funding for a new $37 million aquatic center, $5 million in new infrastructure and services spending and a 28-cent property tax increase.
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Turning 28.5 Miles Into Swim Scholarships for NYC Kids | Dan Swim Coach
I’m swimming 28.5 miles around Manhattan. Crossing all 20 bridges so New York kids don’t have to miss swim lessons just because of money.
The campaign is called 20 Bridges for 40 Futures: we’re aiming to fund at least 40 full swim scholarships for NYC kids who otherwise can’t afford lessons. Each scholarship is $559 and covers 8 lessons, gear, and pool access. The goal Is $25,000
As a husband, father, small business owner, and swim coach, I’m training 6 days a week, swimming 40–45 km while trying to juggle family and work. I’m not a superhero — I’m just someone whose life was changed by swimming, trying to pass that chance on.
Support the scholarships here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/20-bridges-40-futures-my-swim-for-new-york-kids
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Uncommon Ocean Hill Middle School’s Swimming Program Teaches Confidence and Summer Safety | Uncommon Schools
Uncommon Schools Ocean Hill Middle School program is now in its fourth year, and has served nearly 200 students and has become a signature experience.
Principal Miriam E. Maul said the lessons are designed not only to build confidence, but also to help prevent drownings as families head to pools and beaches during the summer months. Listen to Brooklyn Sports Assistant Athletic Director Jemel DeSilva, who is also an Ocean Hill parent, and students talk about what is so special about the swimming classes.
For more information go to: https://nyc.uncommonschools.org/enroll
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Man Fatally Attacked by Great White Shark | 9 News Australia
A 38-year-old man has been fatally attacked by a great white shark off Rottnest Island.