Labor Day marks the end of summer
Galveston lifeguards are preparing for a busy holiday weekend of keeping beach-goers safe.
September 03, 2010

A time to watch dolphins just off the beach
Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis discusses adjusting to a slower pace.
August 27, 2010

Guards make dramatic rescues
Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis tells about two lifeguards who should be counted as heroes.
August 20, 2010

Junior lifeguards learn and inspire
Kids from ages 10 to 15 learn a lot — and inspire their adult counterparts— during a six-week day camp.
August 13, 2010

Before you get in the water, think about safety
Think about all the things that could go wrong before you head to the beach. Take precautions, then go and have a great time.
August 06, 2010

It was a dramatic rescue by moonlight
Beach Patrol lifeguards recently made a dramatic rescue in the light of a full moon.
July 30, 2010

Much to be proud of on isle
There are many people and organizations to be proud of in Galveston's efforts to battle on after storms, threat of oil and traumatic events.
July 23, 2010

Plenty of calls, but very little oil
Despite many calls from beach-goers, Beach Patrol has found little oil or tar, and the beaches are looking good.
July 16, 2010

Lifeguards keep busy during storm season
Storm season is keeping Beach Patrol lifeguards and park board maintenance staff busy.
July 09, 2010

Don’t get beat by the heat
Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis offers tips to stay safe during the Fourth of July holiday.
July 02, 2010

Barbecue fundraiser set for today
Today is the Galveston Beach Patrol's annual barbecue fundraiser at The Press Box. Find out what else the island's lifeguards have going on.
June 25, 2010

Police officer saves teenager
The Galveston Police Department started a much-needed patrol in the San Luis Pass area to address some of the issues out there.
June 18, 2010

Breeze off water still keeping beach cool
Summer is trucking along. The water still is pretty cool, and the breeze of the Gulf is keeping beachgoers in comfortable temperatures.
June 11, 2010

Busy but safe holiday on isle
Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis reports no major accidents during a busy Memorial Day weekend.
June 04, 2010

Lifeguard tests mark beginning of busy season
The lifeguard candidates are taking their final exams, an event that marks the beginning of the busy beach season.
May 28, 2010

A busy weekend at the beach
The Galveston Beach Patrol is keeping busy, with a number of rescues last weekend and an emergency response exercise Wednesday.
May 21, 2010

Few issues during busy weekend on the beach
Although last weekend was a busy one on the beach, there were few problems for the Beach Patrol.
May 14, 2010

Lifeguards keeping busy with events
The last couple of weeks have been busy between the recent triathlon and the biannual meeting of the United States Lifesaving Association at Moody Gardens.
May 07, 2010

Beach Patrol on guard during triathlon
The Lone Star Triathlon will hold races Saturday and a half ironman Sunday, and the Beach Patrol will be guarding the swim again.
April 23, 2010

Galveston Marine Response organizing teams
Galveston Marine Response is getting ready to hold tryouts and train for future disasters.
April 16, 2010

The Jesse Tree helps families after tragedy
The Jesse Tree's access to counselors of all faiths and cultures is invaluable after a tragedy.
April 09, 2010

Man drowns on trip to island
A man drowned this weekend, the second drowning in five years in the month of March.
April 02, 2010

Spring brings much-needed boost to psyche
As the weather warms, people are getting out and enjoying the beaches, fishing, walking or just staring out at the ocean.
March 26, 2010

Spring break a success
Spring break has really been a success, and aside from Tuesday, the weather has been cooperating.
March 19, 2010

As warmer weather arrives, crowds should, too
Finally, the coldest winter in years ends, the sun comes out, and the beaches are full of people.
March 12, 2010