'N.Y. wineries collect nearly 200 medals at Tasters Guild competition'

Thomas F. O'Mara

May 16, 2013

The ongoing growth and quality of New York's wine and grape industry is one of the state's great success stories.

That success story added another chapter this week.

Read more, "N.Y. wineries collect nearly 200 medals at Tasters Guild competition"

Senate approves O'Mara's legislation establishing paint recycling program: O’Mara urges Assembly action in 2018, says measure would cut costly burden on local governments and foster government-industry cooperation

January 30, 2018

“This legislation exemplifies how much we can accomplish by working together with industry on important environmental concerns. Seeking common ground and cooperation, rather than government cramming unreasonable demands down the throat of industry, can help give New York State a more business-friendly environment and actually result in better, more workable laws,” said Senator O'Mara.

Public Protection is the focus of Tuesday's legislative hearing on Governor Cuomo's 2018-2019 proposed state budget: Read more and watch live beginning at 9:30 a.m.

January 29, 2018

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of January 29, 2018 ~ 'Timely reminders on the regional opioid crisis'

January 29, 2018

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

Legislative hearings on Governor Cuomo's 2018-2019 proposed state budget continue on Monday with a look at Economic Development: Read more and watch live beginning at 10:30 a.m.

January 26, 2018