Wine in grocery stores?

Thomas F. O'Mara

May 23, 2011

Should New York State allow wine to be sold in grocery stores?

That's been debated in the Legislature for a long time, and I weighed in on the issue today.

State and local leaders celebrate opening of the Corning Community College Health Education Center

August 17, 2017

"The CCC Health Education Center is an exciting public-private partnership that marks a critical addition to the long-term economic, educational, and health care quality and strength of the city of Corning, Steuben County, and the entire Southern Tier region," said Senator O'Mara.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of August 14, 2017 ~ 'Becoming the leader in hemp production'

August 14, 2017

Senator O'Mara shares his weekly perspective on issues facing New York State government.

O’Mara and Palmesano: Watkins Glen revitalization award keeps fueling Southern Tier, Finger Lakes

August 3, 2017

"It’s one of the most exciting weekends of the year with NASCAR’s return to Watkins Glen International, and the village of Watkins Glen is taking an early checkered flag as the recipient of this year’s state DRI award. It's a great victory," said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara to young readers: Don't forget online summer reading program

August 1, 2017

Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (far right) recently joined former Steuben County Legislator Pat McAllister (far left) and Addison Public Library Director Lori Patterson at the library's weekly summer reading program.