Troopers were called to a private beach near Cornell Street on Thursday afternoon for person who went underwater and never ...

Drone technology seemed to contribute to an unusual number of shark sightings along Rockaway Beach in recent days. Each time ...

“Enjoying the fresh sea breeze and splash of waves at the beach is a highlight of the summer for many Americans,” said John ...

After a woman was bit by a shark at Jones Beach on Long Island last weekend, state officials have raised the alarm about ...

Multiple beaches in Westchester County were closed Wednesday, July 9, due to potential bacterial contamination following ...

Shark sightings force some New York beaches to close on busy July 4 weekend - Rockaway Beach in Queens was closed after shark ...

New York has 67 state-owned swimming beaches and all are tested regularly to determine the public's risk of coming in contact with waterborne diseases.

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A Florida initiative is coming to New York State Park beaches that encourages visitors to take ownership of their public ...

Heavy rainfall has dialed up bacteria levels in beach water across New York, and the Department of Health is warning you not to take a plunge — even on a hot day.

New Yorkers looking to take a dip in Westchester County waters may want to reconsider. The county health department has closed several beaches after heavy rainfall the ...

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