Photo by Ira_evva A major move in higher education signals the convergence of culinary innovation and cannabis legalization. Brooklyn’s Kingsborough Community College (KCC), in collaboration with New York City College of Technology (City Tech), recently received over $1 million from the CUNY Workforce Development Training Grant/Contract Courses for the rollout of a cannabis … [Read more...] about Two New York Colleges Launch Groundbreaking Cannabis Culinary Certification
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Cannabis Control Board Wraps up 2025 in its Final Meeting of the Year
Photo by Wirestock The New York State Cannabis Control Board convened on Dec. 18, 2025, closing out a consequential period for the state’s adult-use cannabis program. The board examined unresolved tensions around licensing pace, equity implementation, regulatory burden, and agency transparency. The meeting, chaired by Jessica Garcia, combined routine approvals with pointed … [Read more...] about Cannabis Control Board Wraps up 2025 in its Final Meeting of the Year
The Smoking Section: Gotham’s Celebration of Cannabis Ritual and Contemporary Craft
Photos by Rita Thompson On November 6, Gotham unveiled The Smoking Section, its first fully commissioned group exhibition, turning its Chelsea dispensary in New York into a gallery-grade showcase of contemporary craftsmanship and cannabis culture. The free opening invited the public into a space that already carries the aesthetic of a design-forward art gallery. It’s clean, … [Read more...] about The Smoking Section: Gotham’s Celebration of Cannabis Ritual and Contemporary Craft
New York Cannabis Control Board Confronts Litigation and Market Pressures at October Meeting
Photo by Wirestock The New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) convened for one of its longest and most consequential meetings of the year, tackling an overloaded licensing pipeline, new litigation, enforcement challenges, and ongoing efforts to stabilize the adult-use market. Licensing Nears 2,000 Approvals Executive Deputy Director Patrick McKeage opened with … [Read more...] about New York Cannabis Control Board Confronts Litigation and Market Pressures at October Meeting
Fall for Outdoor Adventures: 10 Cannabis-Enhanced Day Trips in New York
When the city streets start to chill and leaves paint the skyline in amber and gold, it’s the perfect time to wander a little farther afield. Autumn’s crisp air and vibrant foliage make every path, park, and waterfront feel cinematic. From serene gardens tucked into Manhattan to sprawling state parks and riverfront strolls, these 10 day trips mix fresh air, colorful … [Read more...] about Fall for Outdoor Adventures: 10 Cannabis-Enhanced Day Trips in New York