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The Ithaca Journal
Historic Sagan property in Ithaca to become new observatory
An historic Ithaca property once home to the late world-renowned astronomer Carl Sagan is preparing for a new chapter in scientific exploration following an investment to develop a new research observatory on the site. Adam Weitsman said he is funding the development of a new research observatory at 900 Stewart Ave., partnering with Harvard University astrophysicist Dr. Avi Loeb , director of the Galileo Project , to honor Sagan’s legacy. The observatory will also create new opportunities for scientific discovery and public engagement, according to a statement Tuesday, Nov. 10, announcing the observatory. “When I purchased this property, I wanted to do something meaningful that would honor Carl Sagan and his incredible legacy," Weitsman said in the statement. "He inspired generations to look at the universe with curiosity and wonder. Partnering with Dr. Loeb gives us an opportunity to continue that spirit of exploration, bring groundbreaking research to Ithaca, and create something that can inspire future generations." More on Sagan's former home Built in the 1920s for Cornell University’s Sphinx Head honor society, the historic Egyptian Revival-style building later became the home and working space of Sagan and his wife and scientific collaborator, Ann Druyan. Sagan, a longtime Cornell professor,
The Ithaca Journal
Ithaca rents climb 12% in a year, with median listing hitting $2,244
Renters in Ithaca saw apartment listing prices increase 12% from October 2025's median of $2,000, an analysis of new data from rental marketplace Zumper shows. The typical apartment listed for rent at $2,244 in October. Median listing prices in Ithaca are trending slightly upwards from the previous month's $2,205 price. The data covers all bedroom sizes, ranging from studios to four-bedroom units, within the specified metropolitan area. It reflects the median rent for all listings that were active at any given point during the month, according to Russell Middleton, co-founder of Zumper. New construction is included in the data and listings that are currently occupied or no longer available are excluded. data.ithacajournal.com Out of 601 rental listings in Ithaca, none are subsidized. One-bedroom apartments listed to rent at a median of $1,700, 5% lower than September, when they were $1,790. Since October 2025, one-bedroom rental prices rose 7% from $1,595. Two-bedroom apartments listed for rent were 5% higher than September at a central price of $2,200, compared to $2,100. Since October 2025, two-bedroom rental prices rose 16% from $1,900. Statewide, New York rental listing prices are slightly lower than September's median of $3,399. One-bedroom rentals were listed for a typical
The Ithaca Voice
Business owners call city’s plan to replace parking garage with apartment building part of ‘pie in the sky’ vision for downtown
The Seneca Street parking garage is in the middle of a tug of war. Voices are AI generated. The Ithaca Voice is not responsible for mispronunciations. The Ithaca Common Council is moving ahead with plans to try to replace the decaying garage with a housing development without a parking requirement.
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Class-action lawsuit filed against Owego McDonald’s
OWEGO, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A federal class-action lawsuit has been filed against the franchise operator of the Owego McDonald’s. Former workers are alleging widespread labor and workplace safety violations. The lawsuit claims employees were required to work through dangerous conditions, including reported carbon dioxide leaks and other safety hazards. It also alleges workers were denied […]
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Federal lawsuit accuses Owego McDonald’s of safety failures, retaliation
Former employees of a McDonald's franchise in the Village of Owego have filed a federal class action lawsuit alleging safety failures, retaliation and other violations. A lawsuit filed on Nov. 9 alleges that the franchisee company that owns the McDonald’s at 29 Hickories Park Road in Owego kept employees working through carbon dioxide leaks and fire-safety failures, failed to pay overtime and wages for all hours worked, retaliated against employees who raised safety and wage concerns and refused to accommodate a manager’s disabilities, allegedly forcing her out of her job. The initial complaint names Mac-Clark Restaurants, Inc., a McDonald's franchisee company that owns more than a dozen McDonald's restaurants across New York including the Owego location that employed the three former employees who are suing. It also names two of the company's managers — a Human Resources Manager and a Supervisor. Former employees Savanna Tuttle, Hailey Swancott and Victoria Tiesi, represented by attorney Megan Quattlebaum, are seeking unpaid wages, back pay, front pay, lost benefits and compensatory, punitive and statutory damages. In a statement, Quattlebaum said they are looking forward to "holding Mac-Clark accountable in court." "Our complaint sets out that Mac-Clark treated the safety and the paychecks of its
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Delivering pipeline-quality RNG at Valley Energy’s Lowman facility
At Valley Energy’s Lowman, New York interconnect facility at the Chemung County Landfill, environmental protection and energy production work together. Groundwater flows beneath the landfill, making protection critical. Engineered liner systems prevent contamination, supported by comprehensive monitoring to ensure long-term performance and water quality. Valley Energy has partnered with...
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Homer Regional Farmers Market Announces Indoor Holiday Market
The Homer Regional Farmers Market will hold an indoors November holiday market on Saturday, November 21 from 9:30am to 12:30pm at the Homer Center for the Arts. The market will be located inside the community room at 72 S. Main Street in Homer. This year’s holiday market will feature 26...
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26 Hidden Costs Of Retiring In A College Town
College towns sell themselves with lecture series, leafy streets, and a campus that doubles as a public park. The brochure leaves out the line items that appear after the moving truck pulls away. Some of these costs arrive on a tax bill. Others show up as a lost Saturday, a donation request, or an insurance ... Read more