Wheeler Cowperthwaite’s front-page report ("The Ocean State has a shortage of public pools," News, Aug. 14) shows what is at stake: swimming is recreation that saves lives. No other youth activity ...

The Benjamin Barnes Branch of the Boys and Girls Club prioritizes swim lessons for its campers. They come free to campers as ...

Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for children, especially impacting minority communities due to historical and socioeconomic factors. Learning to swim is crucial for water safety and ...