Fort Worth, Texas: An estimated one in ten US military veterans report having consumed cannabis within the past year, according to data published in the journal Substance Use & Misuse. A pair of researchers affiliated with the University of North Texas and the University of Illinois assessed cannabis use trends among a nationally representative cohort of over 16,000 … [Read more...] about Survey: One in Ten Veterans Acknowledges Using Cannabis
Medical marijuana event helps residents get cards and information
Medical marijuana is becoming more common as more laws are being passed to decriminalize marijuana and make medical use available. Nowadays, more clinics and dispensaries are popping up. Precious McCoy was one of the residents who attended a block party on Sunday, March 26, to help people get their marijuana cards. The event was held at Elaine’s Blessed Events Center at 1063 … [Read more...] about Medical marijuana event helps residents get cards and information
Seneca Nation retail marijuana dispensary to open on April 12
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Seneca Nation’s first retail marijuana store owned and operated by the Senecas will open to the public on April 12. That’s according to a sign on the door of Nativa Cannabis on Niagara Street, by the Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino. Phil Pantano, a spokesperson for the Seneca Nation, says he expects this marijuana store to open in two … [Read more...] about Seneca Nation retail marijuana dispensary to open on April 12
Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club club to sue governments after raid
Ted Smith, founder of the Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club, says it is very vulnerable following the raid. DARREN STONE, TIMES COLONIST The Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club plans to file an injunction and a lawsuit against the provincial government following a raid of the club’s products. Club founder Ted Smith estimates between $80,000 and $100,000 worth of products was taken on … [Read more...] about Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club club to sue governments after raid
Leafly Shifts Focus From Cannabis News To Product And Marketplace-Driven Content
Leafly Holdings Inc., a leading online cannabis marketplace and resource for marijuana users, is shifting its focus from journalism about the industry to offering consumer-oriented content, which will include product information. Consumer Education Is The Way Leafly aims to shift its content strategy towards being more focused on products and marketplaces, with the goal of … [Read more...] about Leafly Shifts Focus From Cannabis News To Product And Marketplace-Driven Content
We asked: Can you bring weed on a cruise?
As more states legalize recreational or medicinal marijuana, we wanted to address a question many travelers have: Can you bring weed on a cruise? Cruise ships are known for offering their passengers a dizzying array of choices: dozens of restaurants and bars, constant activities, shore excursions galore. But when it comes to one particular indulgence — weed — there is no option … [Read more...] about We asked: Can you bring weed on a cruise?
When April 20 rolls around, one cannabis dispensary in Pittsfield will shut down. Here’s why
PITTSFIELD — When April 20 rolls around, a group of Berkshire County employees will have reason to celebrate. Temescal Wellness is taking a puff and a pass on business as usual on 4/20, closing down its Framingham offices, Pittsfield, Framingham and Hudson dispensaries and its processing operation in Worcester. The company is giving its nearly 100 employees the day off with pay … [Read more...] about When April 20 rolls around, one cannabis dispensary in Pittsfield will shut down. Here’s why
New Milford weighs how permitting recreational cannabis sales would affect youth, crime
NEW MILFORD — As local officials weigh whether to permit recreational cannabis establishments in town, the police chief and town's youth agency director cautioned they don't yet know how cannabis sales would affect traffic, crime and young people. “This is not to fearmonger or demonize adult-use cannabis but simply to protect youth here in New Milford and work with our local … [Read more...] about New Milford weighs how permitting recreational cannabis sales would affect youth, crime
East Haven rejects retail cannabis plan, looks to extend moratorium
EAST HAVEN — Town zoning officials have rejected a proposal that would have permitted marijuana retailers to open along two major roads, casting doubt on the potential for cannabis sales in town. The Planning and Zoning Commission narrowly rejected an application proposing to establish a new "Adult-Use Cannabis Retail District" within commercial areas on Frontage Road and Foxon … [Read more...] about East Haven rejects retail cannabis plan, looks to extend moratorium
New York’s First Woman-Owned Dispensary Opens Tomorrow
Called “Good Grades,” the dispensary will also be the first legal cannabis store in the New York City borough of Queens. “With the opening of Good Grades in Queens, we’re continuing to build on our progress to create a safe, regulated cannabis industry in New York,” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a press release on Monday. “New York is working to support entrepreneurs and … [Read more...] about New York’s First Woman-Owned Dispensary Opens Tomorrow
