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Swimming pools across Ohio are in the depths of a lifeguard shortage. But the Northside Pool in Youngstown is well-staffed and helping its youth thrive, thanks to a local lifeguard academy there.

Across the country, fewer people are up for the task to be water rescuers at their local public pools and beaches. Last summer, the stubborn shortage led to beach closures and shortened hours.

Lifeguarding is a somewhat overlooked summer job for which kids over 15 can train and apply. But lifeguarding is a vital part of summer safety, as well as…