Senator O'Mara's weekly column "From the Capitol..."

Thomas F. O'Mara

April 19, 2011

It's going to be a pivotal year in New York State government. That's one thing most Albany observers already agree on. The challenges have never been greater. Throughout 2011, Senator O'Mara will offer his weekly perspective on many of the key issues, as well as on legislative actions, local initiatives, state programs and policies, and so much more. Stop back every Monday for Senator O'Mara's latest column "From the Capitol..."

This week, "New York's not all big cities"

Statement from Senator O'Mara on the cancellation of Woodstock 50

April 29, 2019

"Woodstock 50 would have been a historic show and a huge boon to the region economically,” said Senator O'Mara.

O’Mara reminds area residents of upcoming ‘RECRUIT NY’ initiative on April 27-28: Statewide campaign focuses on challenge of recruiting volunteer firefighters

April 22, 2019

"The challenge of recruiting volunteer firefighters and EMTs, especially in our rural, upstate communities, deserves all of the attention it gets," said Senator O'Mara.

Reed, O’Mara and Palmesano sponsor forum in Penn Yan on mental health services: Shutdown at Soldiers & Sailors Hospital sounds the alarm among government reps, mental health providers and advocates

April 22, 2019

The April 22 forum will feature a panel of regional and state-level leaders.

Senator O'Mara's weekly column 'From the Capitol' ~ for the week of April 22, 2019 ~ 'The great central task of a better land'

April 22, 2019

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