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
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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
New York Becomes First State to Launch Panel Focused on Youth and Family Outreach
Photo by LittleIvan On September 9, New York’s Cannabis Control Board approved the creation of the Cannabis Education Advisory Panel (CEAP). It is a first-in-the-nation statewide body dedicated to developing resources for youth and families on cannabis use, health, and safety. The announcement coincides with NYC Health’s publication of a nearly decade-long study on cannabis … [Read more...] about New York Becomes First State to Launch Panel Focused on Youth and Family Outreach
CCB’s September Meeting: Market Growth, Regulatory Shifts, and Equity Concerns
Photo by Wirestock The New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) gathered on September 9, for a meeting that underscored both the rapid maturation of the state’s legal cannabis market and the challenges that come with scaling a tightly regulated industry. With billions in projected sales, the Board’s agenda focused on licensing, supply management, regulatory modernization, … [Read more...] about CCB’s September Meeting: Market Growth, Regulatory Shifts, and Equity Concerns
NAR: A Cannabis Brand Born from Healing, Hustle, and Heart
All Images courtesy of NAR New York When Nargis Hakimi set out to build her cannabis brand, she wasn’t chasing hype—she was chasing healing. A mother of two who came to the plant later in life, Hakimi turned to cannabis in the wake of divorce, depression, and anxiety. What started as a personal tool for survival and self-love eventually became something bigger: a brand built … [Read more...] about NAR: A Cannabis Brand Born from Healing, Hustle, and Heart