Beginning this Friday, New York-grown cannabis and related goods will be available for purchase in Jamestown. The former Patient’s Pharmacy at 320 N. Main St. is being converted into an outlet that will offer a variety of legally available products through the end of the year. A local group is collaborating with Herbal IQ, a licensed cannabis dispensary out of Buffalo, for a … [Read more...] about Initiative Paves Way For Cannabis Retail Outlet In Jamestown
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New York’s cannabis permit process faces challenges, community boards overwhelmed
NEW YORK - New York State's Office of Cannabis Management recently opened up its application process to the public. Now anyone can apply to get a permit to sell Marijuana in a retail store. Lifting previous restrictions is a move designed to increase the number of retail store legally able to sell marijuana but the state's roll-out which has been rocky at best has hit yet … [Read more...] about New York’s cannabis permit process faces challenges, community boards overwhelmed
$130M grow facility expansion raises hopes in state’s marijuana industry
A major investment in New York’s cannabis growing industry was on display in the Hudson Valley village of Montgomery on Wednesday, providing an opportunity for a firsthand glimpse into the facility's state-of-the-art growing process. But it didn't stop some from expressing ongoing concerns about the state's budding cannabis market. There was no ribbon cutting for the $130 … [Read more...] about $130M grow facility expansion raises hopes in state’s marijuana industry
High times for NYC cannabis street vendors who make big bucks out in the open — and few try to stop them
Cannabis vendors deal out in the open at Washington Square Park. Kaseem, 66, peddles pot out in the open at Washington Square Park every day — one of more than a dozen vendors selling cannabis products at a circle of folding tables around the iconic fountain. Despite the close competition, Kaseem says business has never been better. “I make between $500 and $800 every time I … [Read more...] about High times for NYC cannabis street vendors who make big bucks out in the open — and few try to stop them
New York Governor Signs Legislation To Reign In Illicit Weed Market
New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday signed legislation to reign in the state’s illicit marijuana market that includes penalties for unlicensed cannabis retailers of up to $20,000 per day. The legislation, which increases civil and tax penalties for the illicit sale of cannabis in New York, was signed into law as part of the state budget for the 2024 fiscal year. Hochul … [Read more...] about New York Governor Signs Legislation To Reign In Illicit Weed Market
4/20 cannabis holiday amid new push to close “sticker shop” loophole
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – On the corner of North Main and Water Street, World Piece celebrated 4/20 with its first outdoor pop-up market. “In the area a lot of the cannabis community sees 4/20 as a little holiday if you will,” said co-owner Jessica Riker. “With all of the foot traffic that the cannabis industry will have, I decided to do a little pop-up with all the local vendors … [Read more...] about 4/20 cannabis holiday amid new push to close “sticker shop” loophole
NYC Starts Legal Weed Sales in Time for the New Year, and the Profits Go to Charity
New York state will kick off legal recreational marijuana sales on Dec. 29, Governor Kathy Hochul said on Wednesday. Housing Works, a New York City-based nonprofit that runs a chain of thrift shops, will launch sales at a 4,400 square-foot Manhattan dispensary at 1 Astor Place. All proceeds will be directed to the nonprofit. The charity, which provides services to people who … [Read more...] about NYC Starts Legal Weed Sales in Time for the New Year, and the Profits Go to Charity
Following raids on marijuana shops, some question emergency enforcement rules
When a woman breezed into Manhattan CBD shop Popped NYC on Dec. 7, co-owner Evan Forsch said he didn’t initially notice the four police officers flanking her. She identified herself as an official with New York’s Office of Cannabis Management, and said the group was there to search the store. Officers patted Forsch down for weapons, told him to put his phone where they could … [Read more...] about Following raids on marijuana shops, some question emergency enforcement rules
Syracuse lawmakers pass law to stop illegal marijuana stores
The Common Council passed a new law on Monday that will try to stop stores selling marijuana illegally. Syracuse, N.Y. -- The Syracuse Common Council approved a law Monday that allows the city to fine or close businesses that sell marijuana without a license. The law also allows the city to fine the owners of the properties where the sales occur. The law is aimed at stopping … [Read more...] about Syracuse lawmakers pass law to stop illegal marijuana stores
