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.

Last day to vote! Voting closes at noon: O'Mara, Palmesano urge strong regional showing on the final day for Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, which remains in the lead in USA Today's "America's Best Waterfront Hotel" contest

July 18, 2016

Once again we have an opportunity to keep the Finger Lakes region on the national map!

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of July 18, 2016 ~ 'The fight against invasive species goes on'

July 18, 2016

New York State Capitol

Lyme disease awareness legislation co-sponsored by O'Mara delivered to Governor for final action ~ O’Mara continues to serve on Senate task force

July 14, 2016

"Those who suffer from Lyme disease can endure years of frustration seeking effective diagnosis and treatment," said Senator O'Mara, a member of the Senate Task Force on Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases.

Legislation to allow towns of Chemung and Erin to form single Justice Court delivered to governor to be signed into law ~ O’Mara says legislation recognizes importance of local government efficiency

July 14, 2016

"It would cut costs, eliminate waste and improve efficiency, which are all critical goals for local governments across the state," said Senator O'Mar and Assemblyman Friend.