Legislature begins public hearings on Gov. Cuomo's proposed state budget: Watch live

Thomas F. O'Mara

January 28, 2013

Budget

The Legislature's fiscal committees begin a series of public hearings this morning on Goveror Andrew Cuomo's 2013-14 proposed state budget.

Watch live HERE.

'NY leaders form coalition to get the lead out' ~ Read more in today's Elmira Star-Gazette

July 20, 2016

Senator O'Mara and Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo -- joined by educational, environmental and public health advocates -- rally support at the Capitol for legislation to make New York the first state in the nation requiring school drinking water systems to be tested for lead.

O'Mara: Yes, regional police tip lines help fight crime ~ Tip to Chemung County Sheriff's Office led to meth lab-related arrest earlier this week ~ Read and Find Out More

July 20, 2016

regional police tip lines can make a difference in law enforcement's daily fight against meth, heroin and other illegal drug trafficking and criminal activity.

O'Mara: Elmira native and hometown hero Eileen Collins will address the Republican National Convention tonight during prime time ~ 'Her career and her life are inspiring American stories' (UPDATED, July 21)

July 20, 2016

“Eileen Collins is an American hero, one of our nation’s most distinguished citizens, and we’re extremely proud of her as a native of Elmira and New York State," said Senator O'Mara.

Take 20 minutes to listen to the unbelievable story of Vietnam Veteran, Retired Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, who earlier today was awarded the Medal of Honor, America's highest military decoration

July 18, 2016

Retired Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, a Vietnam Veteran, was awarded the Medal of Honor earlier today.