On Saturday mornings, I sit on a bench next to a basement pool and watch my kids in the same swim lesson class. Both of them ...

Swimming is one of those important life skills that we don't often think about, especially during the winter months. But, it's very necessary for your safety and keeping your child safe around water.

A local woman who spent more than 60 years afraid of deep water has praised a swim coach at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre for helping her finally learn to swim with confidence.