Twelve-year-old runner from Big Flats wins national championship!

Thomas F. O'Mara

March 14, 2013

Bryce Derick, 12, a sixth-grader at Horseheads Intermediate school, is now a hometown national champion.

Congratulations Bryce!

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O'Mara co-sponsors new state law making ‘Lauren's Law’ permanent as effort to boost organ donations

October 17, 2017

I’m extremely pleased that Lauren’s Law will now permanently be an important part of this ongoing effort,” said Senator O’Mara.

Next Stop? Governor's Desk: O’Mara’s legislation establishing ‘Upstate Transit Funding Board’ delivered to Cuomo for final action

October 16, 2017

Senator O'Mara has sponsored numerous meetings and forums on the future of rural public transportation, including one with Senator Jim Seward (r.) in Cooperstown.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of October 16, 2017 ~ 'Report highlights case for local roads campaign'

October 16, 2017

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

Senator O'Mara receives 'Special Friend Award' from Ithaca's Franziska Rackers Center

October 13, 2017

"I welcomed this week's occasion to once again, on behalf of our entire region, express our gratitude to the leadership and staff for all that they do to create opportunities for people with disabilities and their families. It's important work and they carry out their mission admirably and effectively," said Senator O'Mara.