NJ Assembly Hearing on Cannabis Access to Capital Held

The New Jersey Assembly Oversight Committee held a hearing on the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) and the NJ Economic Development Agency (NJEDA) program to provide companies in cannabis access to capital or simply cash to improve the New Jersey cannabis market. “The cannabis journey to get here has been long, at times frustrating, at […]
1st NJ Black Woman-Owned Cannabis Dispensary Holistic Solutions Open

Holistic Solutions opened as the first Black and woman-owned New Jersey medical cannabis dispensary Friday in Atco in Waterford in Camden County. It is the 33rd medical cannabis dispensary to open in New Jersey since the program launched ten years ago. Their medical cannabis dispensary or Alternative Treatment Center (ATC) had its grand opening today. […]
HBI, Maker of Raw Cones, Lies About Foundation, Origins & More

Court rules HBI, maker of Raw Papers, engaged in unfair competition through false claims made in its packaging and promotional activities.
Scarlet Reserve faces Cannabis Green Zone Issue in Red Bank

Will Rivera is having trouble opening up the Scarlet Reserve adult-use cannabis dispensary in Red Bank in Monmouth County due to cannabis green zone problems. Scarlet Reserve cannot convert to an annual license and open its doors until they have town approval. The Scarlet Reserve CBD/cigar store on Front Street was initially in the cannabis […]
NJCRC Approves 71 Licenses and Discusses Cannabis Grants

The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) approved 71 cannabis licenses and rolled out cannabis grants to help cannabis entrepreneurs who need capital. Conditional Licenses Approved NJCRC Executive Director Jeff Brown announced the following license winners: 1 AC Flower Pot LLC Cultivator Micro 2 CC Bloom LLC Cultivator Micro 3 Eighth Street Provisions Cultivator Standard 4 […]
Jersey City Planning Board Carries Kushmart Dispensary Due to Distance

The Jersey City Planning Board carried the Kushmart cannabis dispensary application due to distance concerns expressed by their rival, the Cannabis Place. They were not approved last night. Instead, they must come back at the next meeting in two weeks. Attorney Frank Vitolo explained applicant Kushmart at 1521 JFK Blvd, plans to gut the interior […]
Unlicensed Cannabis Dispensaries Flood New York City

The legalization of cannabis opened up an 18 month green rush for sellers of all experience levels including many with no prior experience in selling weed.
Wu-Tang Clan’s Raekwon Smoking Out Newark With New Cannabis Lounge

Wu-Tang Clan’s Raekwon “The Chef” is opening Hashstoria, a cannabis lounge, at 799-805 Broad Street in Newark
Delta-8 THC Is Making Big Bucks, In The Billions

Delta-8 THC products are generating billions in revenue in the last two years. What impact will D8 have on the budding legal cannabis market?
Changing Priorities Lead To Job Cuts At Ayr Wellness

Job cuts at Ayr Wellness forces 180 employees out of work during the company’s plans to improve efficiency and realign key priorities.
Aunt Mary’s Dispensary Opens 32nd NJ MMJ Dispensary in Flemington

Aunt Mary’s medical cannabis dispensary opened in Flemington in Hunterdon County. They are New Jersey’s 32nd medical cannabis dispensary.
Curaleaf Closes Operations in 3 States Amidst Russian Ties Investigations

Curaleaf announced the closure of its operations in California, Colorado, and Oregon amidst two state investigations into their Russian oligarch ties. They are a vertically integrated cannabis corporation that is a Multi-State Operator (MSO) doing business in several states, including New Jersey. Curaleaf claimed it was “part of its continued effort to streamline its business.” […]