O’Mara congratulates local graduates of 205th session of the NYS Police Academy Basic School

Elmira, N.Y., May 10—State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) today congratulated all of the 192 graduates from the 205th session of the New York State Police Academy's Basic School and singled out for special recognition the three graduates from the following hometowns within his 58th Senate District: Addison, Horseheads and Keuka Park.

The graduation ceremony for this year’s centennial graduating class was held today at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany.

“What a well-earned tribute to the hard work and commitment of our new New York State Troopers, and what a source of enormous pride they are for their family, friends, neighbors and the Southern Tier and Fingers Lakes regions,” said O’Mara.  “They and all of their fellow graduates will serve all New Yorkers as proud members of the New York State Police, which is revered and respected as one of the world’s finest law enforcement agencies.  Their graduation is the highest tribute to their courage and willingness to sacrifice to protect the safety and well-being of others – the truest hallmarks of a New York State Trooper.”

New York State Police Superintendent George P. Beach II said, "Today marks another significant moment in the proud 100 year history of the New York State Police.  The graduation ceremony is one of our finest traditions and introduces a new generation of highly trained men and women, who will serve the citizens of the State of New York with honor and integrity.  I am proud to welcome these graduates to our ranks."

O’Mara congratulated and praised the following local graduates among the newest members of the New York State Police:

-- John R. Nichols of Addison (whose will be assigned to Troop F in Middletown);

-- Michael E. Manley of Keuka Park (Troop C in Sidney); and

-- Krystie M. Laurey of Horseheads (Troop F in Middletown).