Bill allows wine on the fairgrounds
GEDDES, N.Y. -- This year you will be able to enjoy a glass of wine anywhere on the New York State Fairgrounds. Governor Paterson signed a bill that will now allow 10 ounce cups of wine to be consumed anywhere on the fairgrounds.
Previously wine could only be consumed within the confines of the wine court.
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Senator John DeFrancisco, who sponsored the bill, hopes this will encourage more fair-goers to sample New York's variety of wines.