It's only been on the market for less than eight months, but legal weed is already showing meteoric returns that industry experts peg as a harbinger of things to come. New Jersey cannabis sales neared $178 million in the third quarter, buoyed by a 46% increase in marijuana sold for recreational purposes as the number of "adult use" dispensaries in the state more than doubled, … [Read more...] about NJ legal weed is flying off the shelves. Here’s what that means for the future.
Canadians reporting daily or almost daily cannabis use have remained stable since 2018
It appears some of the concerns voiced that Canada legalizing recreational cannabis could spike use and abuse among young people have not been borne out. With one of the main pillars of the federal Cannabis Act being to restrict youth access to cannabis, it’s no surprise that cautions were raised. “Trying cannabis is unlikely to cause serious problems in most people, but … [Read more...] about Canadians reporting daily or almost daily cannabis use have remained stable since 2018
Buffalo firefighter fired for medical marijuana returns to work after settlement
Buffalo firefighter Scott Martin returns to work this week after the city settled his wrongful termination lawsuit and agreed to acknowledge his rights as a registered medical cannabis user. BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A Buffalo firefighter returns to work this week after he settled his wrongful termination lawsuit with the City of Buffalo and the fire department, which terminated … [Read more...] about Buffalo firefighter fired for medical marijuana returns to work after settlement
Connecticut’s new retail marijuana market off to shaky start after state cannabis chief resignation
Andrea Comer, deputy commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, is resigning as the state's cannabis chief to become the new Chief of Staff for incoming State Treasurer Erick Russell. Connecticut’s cannabis chief, Andrea Comer, is resigning days ahead of the state’s first legal recreational sales, highlighting a possible problem with the new … [Read more...] about Connecticut’s new retail marijuana market off to shaky start after state cannabis chief resignation
Growers have plenty of marijuana, but no stores to sell it in
DERBY, N.Y. (WKBW) — The cannabis is ready to hit the shelves, but there aren't enough shelves in New York State just yet. Three Cord Ranch sent 42 pounds of cannabis from Derby to be processed in Batavia, but that's where it stops. "We have growers, we have processors in the area, we don't have anywhere selling it and that's the biggest issue," said Aleece Burgio, General … [Read more...] about Growers have plenty of marijuana, but no stores to sell it in
Arizona Dispensary Is Giving Away Free Marijuana for 2023
Sol Flower is offering shoppers a chance to win free flower for all of 2023. Cannabis shoppers who purchase $60 in products qualify for the chance to win a scratchers ticket and 50% off Sol Flower’s secret holiday menu. Deals begin on Friday, December 16, and are available to medical cannabis patients over 18 and adults aged 21 at all five of Sol Flower’s Arizona dispensary … [Read more...] about Arizona Dispensary Is Giving Away Free Marijuana for 2023
NYC Mayor Promises Crackdown on Illicit Pot Retailers
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Thursday said that his administration is ready to crack down on the illicit cannabis retailers that have multiplied throughout the five boroughs. “We are not going to allow these stores to stay open,” Mayor Adams said at a press conference, as quoted by the news outlet NY1. The stores, which have become a fixture in the Big Apple this year, … [Read more...] about NYC Mayor Promises Crackdown on Illicit Pot Retailers
Marijuana dispensaries planned to give thousands to Connecticut charities. Some never got a dime.
Anita Pettengill, co-founder of the Make a Home Foundation, stands inside the organization's headquarters in Waterbury. Make a Home donates furniture to those in need, including veterans, displaced families and people with disabilities. Inside an old factory in Waterbury, a creaky freight elevator brings visitors to the Make a Home Foundation. At its headquarters, there are … [Read more...] about Marijuana dispensaries planned to give thousands to Connecticut charities. Some never got a dime.
Overrun Amsterdam targets sex and drugs tourists with ‘stay away’ campaign
Amsterdam CNN — It’s barely dusk on a cold Saturday afternoon in early December. But Amsterdam’s Red Light District is already starting to heat up. Bursts of spirited cheers ring out from crowded bars during World Cup soccer matches. Whiffs of marijuana waft from coffee shops. Hordes of tourists shuffle along the narrow streets, making it difficult – if not impossible – for a … [Read more...] about Overrun Amsterdam targets sex and drugs tourists with ‘stay away’ campaign
Cannabis-banking bill’s last chance for 2022 just went up in smoke
The SAFE Banking Act was excluded from the $1.7 trillion government funding bill, sources told Bloomberg, Politico and Marijuana Moment on Monday — meaning the perennial cannabis banking reform measure will have to be reintroduced during the next congressional session, which begins Jan. 3. “The failure to pass my bipartisan ‘SAFE Banking Act’ means communities in Montana and … [Read more...] about Cannabis-banking bill’s last chance for 2022 just went up in smoke
