'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.

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Final days of voting to help The Glen take checkered flag as America's ‘Best NASCAR Track’: Area legislators urge residents to ‘finish strong’

July 13, 2017

"It’s a great opportunity to help keep the Finger Lakes region on the national map and to show our pride in The Glen as a favorite destination for visitors from across the country, a cornerstone of our leading tourism industry, and a driving force for charity, community service, and economic development," said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.

Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester offers free, gentle Yoga class for Hornell-area cancer survivors: O’Mara issues reminder to interested participants

July 13, 2017

“We appreciate the Coalition offering this opportunity for Hornell-area survivors to participate in these yoga sessions designed to help reduce stress, fatigue, and pain,” said Senator O'Mara.

New pumper tanker on the way for North Hornell: O’Mara secures state funding to assist purchase of new truck and water rescue equipment

July 13, 2017

"Thank you to North Hornell's firefighters, and their fellow first responders throughout the region, for their outstanding service to save lives and protect property,” said Senator O'Mara.

New law, state investment will help expand industrial hemp production regionally, statewide: O’Mara has joined Governor Cuomo, Southern Tier Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo to sponsor laws encouraging the industry’s growth (UPDATED)

July 12, 2017

“These new laws and investments have continued to strengthen the foundation we’ve built over the past several years to place New York State at the forefront of a new, potentially billion-dollar industry. They will help diversify our agricultural economy, generate revenue, and create jobs," said Senator O'Mara, who joined Governor Cuomo at today's bill-signing ceremony at Cornell University.