School Board Trustee Dies At 55

School Board Trustee Dies At 55

Following a 25-year career as an anesthesiologist and a 2012 lymphoma diagnosis, Cold Spring Harbor Board of Education Vice President James Robins, 55, died on Jan. 4.

“We are all saddened by the untimely passing of Dr. James Robins,” a statement posted on the school district’s website reads. “James was incredibly proud and committed to our schools and worked diligently throughout his valiant battle with cancer to fulfill his responsibilities as a board member.”

Read on to learn more about Robins, the impact he had on those around him, and the incredible legacy he has behind him.

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WWII Vet Killed In Crash Continued To Serve

WWII Vet Killed In Crash Continued To Serve

A World War II veteran from Huntington Station is being remembered for his service to local veterans after he died suddenly Jan. 22 in a car crash on East Jericho Turnpike.

Salvatore Tornatore, 94, was deeply involved in the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and served on the organization’s national board. He was a longtime member of the town’s Veterans Advisory Committee.

Read on to learn more about Tornatore's life and the incredible service he provided for our country.

 

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Tina Fey, Amy Poehler Film In Huntington Village

Tina Fey, Amy Poehler Film In Huntington Village

Sound is scarce here. There is quiet arrhythmic repetition of the word “copy” coming from the mouths of people with headsets. The director tells actress Greta Lee to appear “a little more dead-faced.”

The filming of NBC Universal’s “Sisters,” starring “Saturday Night Live” alumnae Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, continued today as the cast and crew took over Huntington village hair salon Jon Megaris and Son.

Read on for our exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the filming, including a gallery of photos from the set!

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