'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"

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of November 21, 2016 ~ 'The essence of community outreach and partnership'

November 21, 2016

New York State Capitol

As Opening Day of deer season approaches, O'Mara issues reminder on Venison Donation Coalition: Bath-based coalition has provided over 4 million meals for those in need

November 16, 2016

"Hunters have certainly answered the call and their generosity has been overwhelming," said Senator O'Mara, chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.

New law encourages the expansion of "homebrew" beer, wine and cider-making in New York State

November 15, 2016

“The establishment of these production centers will help enhance and strengthen the foundations of local agriculture, local business and local tourism,” said Senator O’Mara, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee.

O'Mara: Completion of the Black Diamond Trail in Tompkins County creates one of New York State's 'great multi-use trails'

November 15, 2016

"These investments will go a long way toward securing the future quality and strength of the Finger Lakes region’s recreational and tourism foundations,” said Senator O'Mara, Chairman of the Senate Envrionmental Conservation Committee.