NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This Friday, April 7th, The House of Cannabis (THCNYC) is officially opening its doors. Ten mind-bending, immersive experiences created by filmmakers as well as local and international artists transport guests through the many dimensions of cannabis culture. The House of Cannabis is the first-ever, permanent home celebrating “high culture” and its … [Read more...] about The House of Cannabis Opens in SoHo NYC on Friday, April 7th
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NY’s first individually owned legal cannabis dispensary to open in the Village
New York state's first individually owned legal cannabis dispensary is just days away from opening in New York City. It was an empty storefront, but on Tuesday morning, the store at 144 Bleecker St. in the Village will be New York's second legal marijuana dispensary in the state. It's called Smacked. The man behind it, Roland Conner, was once prosecuted for marijuana. Now he … [Read more...] about NY’s first individually owned legal cannabis dispensary to open in the Village
Where NYC’s 2nd Marijuana Dispensary Will Be Located, And When It Will Open
Nearly two weeks after the state's first recreational marijuana dispensary opened in the New York City, another one is set to open. This time it will be in Union Square. It's called the "Union Square Travel Agency" and it will open up in an old Chase Bank near the Union Square subway station. It's set to have its soft opening on Feb. 13th. Of the proceeds, 51 percent will go … [Read more...] about Where NYC’s 2nd Marijuana Dispensary Will Be Located, And When It Will Open
Police in NYC seize 20 trucks selling cannabis
by: Aliza Chasan NEW YORK (PIX11) — Police in New York City seized 20 trucks used to sell cannabis on Tuesday, NYPD Chief of Patrol Jeffrey Maddrey. The trucks did not have licenses from the Department of Health, Maddrey said. Police officials said the seizures were part of efforts to address quality-of-life issues in New York City after 311 complaints. “If you are looking to … [Read more...] about Police in NYC seize 20 trucks selling cannabis
Former Las Vegas nightclub owner bringing 30K sf cannabis museum to SoHo
By Cailley LaPara on https://therealdeal.comWho needs a license to cash in on New York’s newly legal cannabis industry? Not former Las Vegas nightclub owner Robert Frey. Frey is turning a historic SoHo building into a 30,000-square-foot immersive cannabis experience called The House of Cannabis, or THCNYC. The space will include rotating art exhibitions extolling the cultural … [Read more...] about Former Las Vegas nightclub owner bringing 30K sf cannabis museum to SoHo
Did they even send the letter? New York said it cracked down on marijuana ‘gifting’ — Or did it?
New York was trying to send a message. The state permitted marijuana possession last year, but recreational sales of the drug remain illegal until regulators can set up business licenses. This process has been slow — with the first legal sales still months away. But recreational dispensaries didn’t want to wait and began “gifting” their customers weed with the purchase of, … [Read more...] about Did they even send the letter? New York said it cracked down on marijuana ‘gifting’ — Or did it?
Cannabis could be a cash crop in New York if bill regulating hemp, CBD, other extracts becomes law
Cannabis can be so much more if politicians would stop standing in the way of progress. We all understand the importance of planning and need to understand what we are all getting into. However, people cannot keep treating cannabis as a harmful and detrimental substance. Those who support the pharmaceutical and alcohol industries need to pipe down because you will be called … [Read more...] about Cannabis could be a cash crop in New York if bill regulating hemp, CBD, other extracts becomes law
Cannabis industry could reach $130 billion by 2029
Jefferies is the latest Wall Street firm to initiate coverage in the cannabis space – but unlike many of its more bullish peers, its base-case outlook on the nascent industry is much more subdued. Jefferies Group LLC is an American multinational independent investment bank and financial services company that is headquartered in New York City. The firm provides clients with … [Read more...] about Cannabis industry could reach $130 billion by 2029
NYPD Sergeants Union Criticizes Mayor’s Orders Against Cannabis Arrests
I guess when the Major speaks, some people associated with NYPD feel they don't need to listen. Hmmm. I agree with the union that the laws need to change, but to push and continuing to support the ridiculous policy of arresting people for personal consumption...you are on your own. -Dabbin Dad New York City has been relatively slow to change when it comes to … [Read more...] about NYPD Sergeants Union Criticizes Mayor’s Orders Against Cannabis Arrests
Strangers Pass Around A Joint On The New York City Subway
When is it a bad time to spark a joint? Damn. I wish I was in on rotation. This is a great example of civil disobedience. This is life, nothing to be ashamed of here. You may or may not agree and that's fine, but we are talking about it. It sometimes take a spark to ignite a change. Let's continue the conversation. -Dabbin Dad New Yorkers tend to pride … [Read more...] about Strangers Pass Around A Joint On The New York City Subway