Start Here, Get There

Thomas F. O'Mara

January 3, 2013

January is College Financial Aid Awareness Month in New York State and the Higher Education Service Corporation’s (HESC) “Start Here, Get There” campaign is currently offering events and other tools to help students and families undertake the college aid application process.

It’s one of the most daunting tasks facing college-bound students and their families. But now’s the time to get started and this month’s ‘Start Here, Get There’ financial aid awareness campaign offers easily accessible and vitally important information and assistance. It’s a one-stop clearinghouse for the tools that students and families need to complete the process.

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Volunteer registration underway for 7th Annual ‘I Love My Park Day’ on May 5

April 9, 2018

“I can’t say enough about this effort to beautify and promote these attractions. I hope it’s incredibly successful once again this year,” said Senator O'Mara, chair of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.

Local municipalities to receive state support for local roads: O’Mara and Palmesano say this year’s budget maintains strong state commitment, restores ‘Extreme Winter Recovery’ aid

April 4, 2018

Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano annually join "Local Roads Matter" advocates for a rally in Albany.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of April 2, 2018 ~ 'Getting outside benefits local economies'

April 2, 2018

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

Senate approves legislation O'Mara co-sponsors to strengthen state response to Lyme and tick-borne diseases: Legislation follows recommendations of Senate task force

March 29, 2018

"This legislation would greatly strengthen New York’s long-term strategy,” said Senator O’Mara, a member of the Senate Task Force on Lyme and Tick-borne Diseases.