New Jersey Home Grow Protest Held at Senate Prez Scutari’s Office
Sativa Cross cannabis activists held a New Jersey home grow protest outside the district office of Senate President Nick Scutari (D-Union). It was held in Clark. Little progress has been on the adult-use bill and medical New Jersey home grow bill S 353. It is sponsored by State Senator Vin Gopal (D-Monmouth). Nor has the […]
ACLU-NJ Urges NJCRC to Prioritize Equity in Rules & Offers Advice
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of NJ urged the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) to adopt final regulations prioritizing racial and social justice and equity. They have issued recommendations for creating an inclusive and accessible cannabis marketplace they would like the NJCRC to follow. The NJCRC published its final rules on August 1st. New […]
The 420 Expo, NJ’s 1st BYOC Consumer Cannabis Convention
There isn’t a better way to celebrate New Jersey’s cannabis legalization than the 420 Expo. It will be one of the first-ever consumer cannabis conventions at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center in Edison, September 16-18, 2022. Presented by Wakit Grinders, the 420 Expo will be a celebration of all things cannabis related. On-site […]
Jersey City Council OKs 4 Dispensary Resolutions, Including 1 for Council Prez Daughter
The Jersey City Council approved four adult-use cannabis dispensaries’ resolutions. That included one owned by City Council President Joyce Watterman’s daughter, who did not abstain on the resolution. The Jersey City Planning Board had previously approved the adult-use cannabis dispensaries. They were also OKed by the Jersey City Cannabis Control Board (CCB). The last step […]
NJ-CRC Director Discusses Cannabis Market Licensing Process
The NJ CannaBusiness Association (NJCBA) held a “Lunch and Learn” webinar with NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) Executive Director Jeff Brown about the New Jersey cannabis market license process. “We’re pushing to get through that as quickly as we can,” he said about it. “We’re going to devote whatever staff resources we have to get […]
Dab Rigs: The New Must-Have Smoking Accessory
Have you heard all the rage about dab rigs but never considered trying one? Do you want to know why dab rigs have become so popular and the new must-have smoking accessory? It is a type of water pipe comparable to bongs. They are simple, convenient, and easy to use, and they use cannabis concentrates […]
Bayonne Council to Vote on Cannabis Revisions Next Week
The Bayonne City Council agreed that they would vote on new legal cannabis revisions next week when they set the agenda during their caucus. They are prepared to vote on the first reading of two cannabis ordinances on August 17th: one to establish which zones where cannabis businesses aren’t permitted and another to establish terms of license […]
St Peter’s University Sues Medusa Dispensary Lounge
St. Peter’s University is continuing its crusade against the Medusa dispensary and cannabis consumption lounge by filing a lawsuit against them.
Lessons from the California Adult-use Cannabis Industry for New Jersey
Cannabis advocate and industry leader Steve DeAngelo offered insight into the California adult-use cannabis industry. He discussed taxes and legacy operators so that New Jersey might learn. The California adult-use cannabis industry has suffered due to high taxes and excessive red tape. It has caused many medical cannabis companies to go to the gray or […]
Cannabis Concentrates: Which Is the Best?
From shatter and live resin to distillate, budder, and wax, there are a lot of cannabis concentrates choices on the market. It can be tough to know which one is right for you. There are some key differences that can help you decide. For example, shatter is known for its high potency, while live resin […]
Respect My Region Partners With 33 Cannabis Companies for 2nd Annual North American Weed Tour
Respect My Region (RMR) has launched its second annual North American Weed Tour to highlight 33 cannabis companies. The cannabis companies include 23 cannabis retailers and 30 media sites, public relations groups, and influencers across North America in the United States and Canada. RMR is a Seattle-based award-winning media, music, cannabis, and technology company. “Each year, […]
Story Dispensary Hearing Drags Hoboken Planning Board Due to Cannabis Opposition
The Hoboken Planning Board held the second part of a hearing for the controversial Story cannabis Dispensary which saw great opposition.