Featured image courtesy of Kiwitanya With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, now’s the time to think beyond the usual dinner-and-movie routine and plan something truly memorable. Whether it’s a cozy night in or an adventurous day out, why not make it extra special by pairing the experience with some of New York’s finest cannabis products? Below are a few fun and … [Read more...] about Winter Romance Guide: Pairing Date Nights in Brooklyn with Infused Products
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New York Adult-use Cannabis Licensing Halted in Court Again
Image courtesy of LightFieldStudios In what feels like a never-ending saga, New York's adult-use cannabis licensing program has once again been halted by the courts. On Thursday, Dec. 14, State Supreme Court Justice Sharon Graf issued a temporary restraining order that prevents the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) from processing thousands of pending business … [Read more...] about New York Adult-use Cannabis Licensing Halted in Court Again
New York’s Legal Market Set to Pass $1 Billion in Sales by End of 2024
Photo credit: LittleIvan New York’s legal cannabis market was set up with high expectations when it was legalized in March 2021. State officials promised a robust, equitable marketplace designed to prioritize social justice and economic opportunity for communities most affected by past cannabis prohibitions. However, the market rollout faced significant setbacks, delaying … [Read more...] about New York’s Legal Market Set to Pass $1 Billion in Sales by End of 2024
The Failure of Oregon’s Drug Policy: Decriminalization Alone is Doomed
Photo by LightFieldStudios After three years of decriminalization, Oregon restituted laws earlier this year that again criminalized personal possession of all drugs. Lawmakers are referring to it as a necessary compromise due to overdoses, homelessness, and crime plaguing Oregon, particularly in urban cities such as Portland. Now that drugs are recriminalized, personal … [Read more...] about The Failure of Oregon’s Drug Policy: Decriminalization Alone is Doomed
New York Unveils Key Regulatory Changes
Photo by oneinchpunchphotos New York officials are working to lower the barriers for cannabis operators entering the market and also foster greater diversity across the state's industry. The New York Cannabis Control Board (CCB) recently unveiled a series of regulatory updates aimed at advancing the state’s cannabis market while building equitable access for all … [Read more...] about New York Unveils Key Regulatory Changes