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Second graders benefit from Y water safety program

The Middlesex Family YMCA recently celebrated the conclusion of its annual Learn to Swim Safety Around Water program at the Ricky Taylor Memorial Pool in Deltaville.

“A key area of focus at the Y is to prevent drowning,” said Buzz Lambert, YMCA group vice president. “In pursuit of this goal, our advisory board and staff are committed to ensuring that every second grader at Middlesex Elementary School can learn critical water safety skills at no cost. We are blessed to have the support of the Deltaville Community Association, school leadership, and countless volunteers who selflessly give their time to equip our children with these vital life-saving skills.”

Over the past 11 years, more than 750 children have gained confidence in and around the water through this program…

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