Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but the initial jolt from the plunge took his breath away. The shock to his system lasted a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As warmer weather approaches, the Connecticut DEEP is giving tips on how to stay safe in cold waters.

Share on Pinterest In a new study examining the benefits of cold-water immersion, participants had reduced stress levels in the 12 hours following exposure. Charlie Chesvick/Getty Images A new study ...

The town of Stratford made history Friday as it swore in its first-ever female police chief. Renee Dominguez officially took over as head of the Stratford Police Department, overseeing more than 100 ...