Swimmers from across the Bay Area rang in 2025 with the annual New Year’s Day swim from Alcatraz to San Francisco.
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Upper Arlington HS Swimmer Charged With Felonious Assault in Locker Room Incident | WBNS 10TV
Police received a statement that two students were playing the “snail” game, which involves giving a fake fist bump, when the victim “got caught.”
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Beach Safety | Avoid Swimming in Areas Without Lifeguards | eNCA
With the wave of tourists heading to the beach this festive season there is increased risk of drownings. Beachgoers are advised to observe lifeguard duty hours and to avoid swimming in areas without them. Lifesaving SA says this will keep people safe and lower the country’s drowning rate.
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Man, 67, Drowns After Accidentally Driving off Fishing Pier He Likely Mistook for Bridge | WLOX
Authorities in Mississippi said one person died after driving a car into the water near Palace Casino Resort in Biloxi on Sunday night.
Officials say the incident took place sometime before 9 p.m. at the Biloxi drive-on fishing pier, which runs adjacent to the Biloxi Bay Bridge.
Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer says 67-year-old Paul Costello, from Milton, Florida, died in the incident.
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Charges Filed Against Upper Arlington Swimmer | NBC4 Columbus
Accused of choking, injuring teammate earlier this month
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Who Were the Best Swimmers in 2024? | Propulsion Swimming Podcast
To end 2024, the Propulsion Swimming Podcast reviews the last 12 months and names it’s top swimmers of the year, British and international, with a nod towards the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
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How B.C.’s Polar Bear Swim Tradition Evolved | CBC British Columbia
New Year’s Day is right around the corner, and for some, that means a cool dip in cold water. We talked to Dave Horton and Lisa Pantages about the annual tradition — how it started and what it’s become today.
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Ability 360 Swimmer Completes Grueling Two-Mile Swim From Alcatraz to San Francisco | ABC15 Arizona
A nine-year-old Ability 360 swimmer is celebrating a feat even many of the most experienced swimmers can’t say they have accomplished.
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Happy New Year
