When recreational marijuana was officially legalized in New York, conversations regarding the look, feel, offerings and direction taken by cannabis dispensaries rapidly took center stage. Photograph: Courtesy of Dagmar New York State started dolling out licenses earlier this year, with a particular focus on would-be store owners who were previously incarcerated because of … [Read more...] about A high-end cannabis dispensary with a Dior-clad staff is opening in Soho
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State regulators OK 6 medical marijuana companies for recreation sales
Adirondack Hemp Co Superboof for sale at Upstate Canna Co. earlier this year.ALBANY — After the state settled two lawsuits regarding the cannabis industry earlier this month — ending a months-long pause — regulators voted Friday to allow six medical marijuana companies to begin adult-use recreation sales. The state’s Cannabis Control Board voted last Monday to settle two … [Read more...] about State regulators OK 6 medical marijuana companies for recreation sales
Hudson Valley Cannabis News
End Of A Good Thing — Cannabis Growers Showcases Sunset December 31st December 11, 2023 – New York’s Office of Cannabis Management made an unexpected announcement on Friday and dealt a fatal blow to the state’s small contingent of craft growers who received a lifeline through Cannabis Growers’ Showcases (CGS). OCM announced the successful Cannabis Growers Showcase program … [Read more...] about Hudson Valley Cannabis News
Hundreds more cannabis licenses to be approved in early 2024
When New York's Cannabis Control Board issues the next round of licenses to open legal marijuana shops in the state, it's going to be luck of the draw. The state Cannabis Control Board met Friday in Albany for the first time since the long-awaited resolution of two lawsuits that brought New York's marijuana industry to a standstill since August. "I think between now and the … [Read more...] about Hundreds more cannabis licenses to be approved in early 2024
Road Safety Not Negatively Impacted by Cannabis Legalization
NEW YORK – Cannabis legalization does not lead to increased fatalities on the road, according to a recent Quartz study that examined the number of deaths per one million vehicle miles in states with and without comprehensive cannabis legalization compared with the national average. Using data sourced from the National Safety Council, researchers collected vehicle death rates … [Read more...] about Road Safety Not Negatively Impacted by Cannabis Legalization
Weed retailer shut down by city; reopens a few hours later (GALLERY)
POUGHKEEPSIE – An alleged illegal cannabis retailer was shut down by city officials on Tuesday on Academy Street in Poughkeepsie. Officers from the city accompanied the inspectors during the visit to 13 Academy Street to inspect the premises from the outside. The store was closed down after the visit only to reopen a few hours later. The store has been the source of a … [Read more...] about Weed retailer shut down by city; reopens a few hours later (GALLERY)
Settlement in cannabis lawsuit could bring a flood of new legal dispensaries
Last December, New York’s first legal cannabis dispensary opened its doors in Greenwich Village. Now, close to a year later, there are still just 11 licensed dispensaries in the city and only 27 statewide. That number could soon spike dramatically. “This is a significant moment,” said Chris Alexander, the executive director of the state Office of Cannabis Management. What You … [Read more...] about Settlement in cannabis lawsuit could bring a flood of new legal dispensaries
Adams Announces New Crackdown on Illegal Pot Shops’ Landlords
A Lower Manhattan cannabis shop advertises its grand opening, Aug. 17, 2023. Credit: Ben Fractenberg/THE CITY Mayor Eric Adams took another swing at taking down the city’s thousands of illegal marijuana shops Monday by threatening landlords and building owners who rent to them, in what City Hall said was ”a new front in the Adams administration’s efforts to combat the … [Read more...] about Adams Announces New Crackdown on Illegal Pot Shops’ Landlords
Cannabis Control Board approves settlement agreements previously stopping dispensaries from opening
Dozens of dispensaries across the city could be one step closer to opening after the New York State Cannabis Control Board approved settlement agreements that were once stopping hundreds of businesses from opening its doors. Almost four months ago, a court injunction was in place that prevented hundreds of dispensaries from opening. The Cannabis Control Board voted to settle … [Read more...] about Cannabis Control Board approves settlement agreements previously stopping dispensaries from opening
Injunction-delayed Albany pot store sells from trailer in Loudon Plaza
ALBANY — The owner of a delayed marijuana dispensary, due to a state Supreme Court injunction blocking new retail license processing, has partnered with an online retailer and delivery service to sell cannabis products from a trailer ahead of its opening. Royale Flower is selling cannabis products from a trailer set up outside its upcoming store at Loudon Plaza, 350 Northern … [Read more...] about Injunction-delayed Albany pot store sells from trailer in Loudon Plaza
