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  1. my first new york
    The Rockaways Chief Lifeguard Who’s Been Rescuing Swimmers for DecadesJanet Fash on her early days in the male-dominated lifeguard force and its hard-partying culture.
  2. environment
    How a Floating Pool in the East River Would Actually WorkA scientist explains how the Plus Pool would make the East River clean enough to swim in.
  3. olympics 2024
    I Went Swimming in the SeineWhat the cleaned-up river was like, for Olympic athletes and me.
  4. street fights
    The City Wants to Demolish a West Village Recreation CenterThe historic Tony Dapolito center with a Keith Haring mural is landmarked but the city says it’s too expensive to preserve.
  5. pool party
    I Rented a Very Popular Backyard PoolIt’s in Staten Island, and it’s the most-booked listing on the rent-by-the-hour app Swimply.
  6. get out of town
    Pine Floors and a Porch to Lounge On in GreenportThis is a vacation-themed edition.
  7. parks and recreation
    This Is the Dirtiest Beach in New York CityCongratulations to Douglaston Manor.
  8. urban fauna
    Yeah, You’re Seeing More SharksA shark expert explains.
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