Roy McDonald

In the midst of busy Christmas shopping, residents took time Saturday to voice concerns about a variety of issues, from economic development to fathers' rights. Read More

Sen. Roy McDonald invites members of the public and press to join him for office hours at the Wilton Mall from 1 to 3 p.m. today in the food court. Read More

Two West Orange citizens asked council members Monday evening to consider allowing them to leave their FEMA modular home on their property longer. Read More

Senator Roy McDonald speaks with recently elected supervisors, including Keith Cipperly from the Town of Hoosick (center) about how the state's economy has impacted local governments. Read More

One of the area's largest industrial employers says it needs the state's help securing discounted energy and new sources of raw material. Read More

A day after former state Senate Majority Leader Joseph L. Bruno was convicted on two charges of corruption for illegally mixing private and state business, area officials noted that the challenge of serving as a full-time professional and a part-time legislator often creates conflicts, leaving it up to the individual lawmakers to police their ethics. Read More

However, Roy McDonald (R – Saratoga) declined to speculate as to whether Bruno's felony convictions will tarnish his legacy. Read More

In the wake of a larger-than-expected 38–24 defeat for same-sex marriage in the State Senate last week, gay-rights activists are placing targets on the eight Democrats who voted "no." Read More

State senator Roy McDonald is offering some support for Bruno. Read More

State senators spend lots of time back home in their districts. Read More