Independence Day 2011

Thomas F. O'Mara

July 4, 2011

My best wishes for a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July celebration.

And a reminder of the foundation of this proud national observance: America's Declaration of Independence.

Local Memorial Day observances: Read and watch more

May 26, 2017

Memorial Day 2017 will be observed on Monday, May 29.

O’Mara and Palmesano join Watkins Glen High School on Friday to celebrate cross country state champions!

May 26, 2017

Senator O'Mara (far left, next to Cross Country Head Coach John Fazzary) and Assemblyman Palmesano (second from the far right, next to Watkins Glen Athletic Director and Assistant Cross Country Coach Rod Weeden) congratulate the 2016 Varsity Boys Cross Country State Champions!

Legislature OKs legislation authorizing ride-sharing companies to operate Upstate by July 4: O’Mara co-sponsors measure and cites economic, other benefits

May 24, 2017

“It makes no sense for the residents of upstate New York communities to be left standing out in the rain waiting for ride-sharing services to begin operating," said Senator O'Mara.

Senate approves parole reform legislation O'Mara co-sponsors to enact 'Lorraine's Law': O’Mara and Palmesano recently joined parents of murder victim Derrick Robie of Steuben County to renew call for reform

May 24, 2017

Dale and Dori Robie (holding a photo of their son Derrick) address a May 9th news conference in Albany to call for the enactment of "Lorraine's Law."