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New York City's first recreational Marijuana dispensary set to open next week in Manhattan Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 NEW YORK - The Big Apple will be getting its first recreational marijuana dispensary at the end of the month, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday. History will be made in just about a week. The building in Manhattan will

Former congressman takes on new role with legal weed connection Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 STATEN ISLAND - A former Staten Island elected official recently entered a new role that’s bringing him in close contact with the nation’s legal marijuana industry. Former District Attorney and Rep. Dan Donovan (R-Staten Island/Brooklyn) now serves

San Jose cannabis dispensary to pay $50,000 for pesticide-related violations Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 Theraleaf used a pesticide that was not approved for cannabis, per prosecutors. SANTA CLARA COUNTY - A San Jose cannabis dispensary will pay $50,000 to settle claims it broke laws related to the safe application of pesticides, prosecuto

Hong Kong police investigating indoor Marijuana farm syndicate after 2 arrests made and 991 Cannabis plants seized in New Territories raid Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 Hong Kong police are investigating a drug ring after a raid on an indoor marijuana farm in the New Territories led to two arrests and the seizure of 991 cannabis plants, whic

With Recreational Weed legal, officials expect Medical Marijuana licenses to dwindle Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 Recreational marijuana is legal in the state of Missouri, as of Thursday, Dec. 8. And while the implementation of the voter-approved change is ongoing, state officials say it's likely to lead to a noticeable decline in medical m

Cannabis Bill in limbo after House meeting lacks a quorum in Thailand Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 The passage of Thailand’s controversial Cannabis Bill is expected to be further delayed after the House meeting collapsed this late afternoon due to the lack of a quorum. After the House approved the deletion of the contentious Section 3 from

Brittney Griner’s causes controversy: find out what the public is saying! Image Cannabis NewsDecember 22, 2022 I am crying, seriously, and just so happy that you have been released' - Stevie Nicks celebrates Brittney Griner's homecoming. Singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks was one of many to welcome Brittney Griner back to U.S. soil, but the 74-year-old

Firefighter fired for Medical Marijuana returns to work after settlement Image Cannabis NewsDecember 21, 2022 Buffalo firefighter Scott Martin returns to work this week after the city settled his wrongful termination lawsuit and agreed to acknowledge his rights as a registered medical cannabis user. BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A Buffalo firefighter retu

What happens if you’re caught flying with Weed Image Cannabis NewsDecember 21, 2022 If any illegal substance is discovered during security screening, TSA will refer the matter to a law enforcement officer. (Benzinga) The holiday season is approaching and nearly 113 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home, according to A

NBA Star and Ex-congressmember team up to solve Cannabis banking issue Image Cannabis NewsDecember 21, 2022 Token Hifi offers a new banking solution to help business owners. Former Rep. Dan Donovan, who held his position as a New York House representative between 2015-2019, and former Indiana Pacers NBA athlete David Harrison, recently announced th

Some 'green' innovations turned into disappointments in 2022: Here are 4 that faltered Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 It's not all bad news: some ideas are fading in favor of better ones; some may have another chance to shine in 2023. Battery-powered electric cars and trucks became more widespread in 2022, wind and solar generation capacity c

Inside one nonprofit’s plans to enter NY’s legal weed industry Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 A nonprofit focused on employment and housing for people experiencing homelessness could open one of Manhattan’s early legal marijuana dispensaries, with a 5,000-square-foot shop on 13th and Broadway. Last month, New York’s Cannabis Control Board iss

Cannabis Holiday Flavors are a Big Hit Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 Consumers seek festivity in their cannabis holiday products. As the holidays approach, cannabis companies are increasingly turning to seasonal flavors to keep loyal customers interested – and to have some fun. The question is if consumers want pumpkin-spiced cannabis for Ha

Santa Ana residents will be able to consume Marijuana at lounges and events as of Jan. 1 Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved an ordinance in October to amend the municipal code as well as tax rates related to cannabis retail, cultivation, manufacturing and distribution. The new ordinance will go into

Syracuse lawmakers pass law targeting illegal cannabis sales Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 The city of Syracuse is cracking down on illegal marijuana dealers setting up shop across the city. Lawmakers say it’s a widespread problem because the state has taken too long to create regulations for legitimate cannabis businesses. New York legalize

Lamar Odom stocks up on 420-related goodies in LA Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 He has his own line of cannabis products. And Lamar Odom stocked up on even more '420'-related goodies on Sunday. The former Lakers player, 43, was spotted leaving a cannabis shop in Los Angeles with a small shopping bag in hand. He juggled his small bag and cell

Boy's Christmas wish for a year's supply of miracle Cannabis oil comes true Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 Cole's family is fighting an ongoing battle to secure an NHS prescription of cannabis oil - which leaves him seizure-free - mum Lisa says Cole is “living proof” of the effectiveness of the drug. All East Kilbride boy Cole Thomson wants f

America’s in no position to lecture Russia on Marijuana Laws Image Cannabis NewsDecember 20, 2022 Americans are not exactly the most self-aware people on the planet. Our politicians and pundits debated endlessly about the detention by the Russians of basketball player Brittney Griner: But here’s an issue that I didn’t see addressed: What if the bas