Statement from Senator O'Mara on the strike at the Elmira Correctional Facility

Thomas F. O'Mara

February 17, 2025

correctional officers

Senator O'Mara

"New York State's correctional system is clearly in crisis," said Senator O'Mara.

Local public libraries awarded state grants

August 21, 2018

"These ongoing investments will help more and more of our public libraries stay ahead of the curve to continue meeting the increasing demand. It’s an investment in education and economic growth,” said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano.

O’Mara and Palmesano: Final weekend of voting to designate the Finger Lakes as America's ‘Best Wine Region’

August 16, 2018

"It’s another outstanding opportunity to keep the Finger Lakes region on the national map and to show our pride in Finger Lakes wine country," said Senator O'Mara and Assemblyman Palmesano. In the photo above, Senator O'Mara visits with Dave Stamp, Vineyard Manager of Lakewood Farm and Lakewood Vineyards.

State of Emergency issued for portions of Finger Lakes, Southern Tier and CNY

August 14, 2018

'Flash flooding in the Twin Tiers: What you need to know'

August 14, 2018

"Areas of very heavy rain are possible this morning and again this afternoon and evening," the weather service said Tuesday.