Month: December 2023

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A judge temporarily blocked Alabama from issuing licenses to medical marijuana dispensaries amid an ongoing legal battle over how the state selected the winning companies.

Montgomery Circuit Judge James Anderson issued a temporary restraining order late Thursday to stop the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission from issuing licenses to the four dispensaries. The licenses will be on hold while he hears a challenge to the selection process.

The court order is the latest development in an ongoing legal battle that has plagued the start of Alabama’s medical marijuana program. Alabama lawmakers voted to allow medical marijuana in the state in 2021. Commission officials are aiming to make the products available in 2024 after a series of delays.

The ruling affects only the dispensaries. Brittany Peters, a spokeswoman for the commission, said Friday that the commission has issued licenses to other companies that were selected to cultivate, transport, and test marijuana.

The commission next month is set to issue the coveted “integrated” licenses for multifunctional companies that grow, transport and sell medical marijuana. Anderson has not yet ruled on a request to block the issuance of the integrated licenses.

Yellowhammer Medical Dispensaries had sought the pause on the dispensary licenses. Yellowhammer was selected in

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Editor’s Note: This week, we’ll take a look back at some of our most read stories for 2023.

A white cat found freezing under a snow-covered bush in Toronto was the impetus for Mikey “Fivebucks” White to start providing cats with a better life.

Five years later, White is operating Catnip Dispensary.

Many people mistake the downtown Midland colourful storefront for a cannabis shop. In a way, catnip is kind of like cannabis for cats. Some of the nine strains sold at the 317 King St. store help cats mellow out while others make them more energetic.

The shop is a feast for the eyes, full of colourful posters representing the catnip varieties and paraphernalia. There are cat hats, wigs, sunglasses, costumes, art, pins, stickers and more.

“Nobody can have a bad time in here. Everybody is laughing. I’ve created the environment I want to be in,” said White, 38, who has lived in Midland for two years.

It all started with Evol, the cat White took into his bachelor apartment in Toronto.

“I found her frozen outside in the snow and I wanted to give her the best life,” he said

He turned his apartment into a cat house and, in the spring,

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As we step into 2024, New York State’s cannabis industry is marking a year of groundbreaking milestones. To keep you in the loop with the latest trends and top performers, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the best-selling cannabis products in various categories across dispensaries throughout the state. The data comes straight from the experts at HeadSet, utilizing sales figures from each dispensary.

Let’s dive into the hottest cannabis products of 2023!

1. Flower: Randy Marsh (3.5g) by Dank. By Definition

Kicking off our list is the sensational Randy Marsh, a 3.5g cannabis flower by Dank. By Definition. Known for its potency and unforgettable aroma, Randy Marsh is a must-try for cannabis enthusiasts in New York State.

2. Drinks: CBD/THC 1:1 Honeycrisp Cider (5mg CBD, 5mg THC) by Ayrloom

Quench your thirst with Ayrloom’s CBD/THC 1:1 Honeycrisp Cider. With 5mg of CBD and 5mg of THC, it’s the perfect balance of relaxation and refreshment.

3. Capsules: Boost Drops Mini Pills 20-Pack (100mg) by 1906

For those who prefer a precise dose, 1906’s Boost Drops Mini Pills are the way to go. With 100mg of cannabinoids per pack, these capsules offer a convenient and consistent experience.

4. Concentrates: Honey Banana Live

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First dual licensed cannabis dispensaries opens doors

One of the first dual licensed cannabis dispensaries in New York state opened its doors Friday morning.

Verilife opened in Albany at 10 Executive Park Drive in Albany.

It sells a variety of marijuana products for recreational and medicinal use.

“If you’re a cannabis user, we have all the products you would need,” said General Manager Jordan Bobrow. “We have multiple flower options, multiple pre-rolls, edibles, you name it.”
The dispensary has been distributing medical cannabis to patients since 2015.

Also on Friday, the state Office of Cannabis Management is sharing its year-end review of the cannabis industry. Forty adult use retail dispensaries are open for business and more than 3.5 million units of products were sold through November. 

Once December numbers come in, the office expects the sales will exceed $150 million and 6,900 applications for new licenses were submitted for review.

MONTGOMERY (AP) — A judge temporarily blocked Alabama from issuing licenses to medical marijuana dispensaries amid an ongoing legal battle over how the state selected the winning companies.

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There is no leaf on The Rock. 

More than a year after New York issued its first licenses for legal pot peddlers to set up shop, Staten Island is the only borough in NYC without a recreational dispensary, killing the buzz for would-be entrepreneurs and users alike.

“I’m disappointed,” said David Sutherland, who was awarded a license in July but still hasn’t found a storefront where he can legally sell sticky icky. “We are part of the five boroughs. We should have the same opportunities.”

A major hurdle for many budding cannabis sellers has been the legal red tape that has delayed openings for all licensed pot shops across the state for months.

But in the city’s most conservative borough, landlords also have been reluctant to rent to dispensaries, industry experts and licensees said.

“If you took a poll, I’d bet most Staten Islanders do not want pot shops, legal or not,” US Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-Staten Island/Brooklyn) told The Post.

“I think this is an area where we’d be happy to remain the forgotten borough and continue to urge the city to crack down on illegal operations.”

Some experts suggested Staten Island landlords may be wary

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For rent signs arrived this past week at the storefront on the SE corner of First Avenue and 11th Street. (H/T Steven.)
This had been the Recreational Plus Cannabis Dispensary, an illegal shop that had been busted several times. (A Restraining Order was visible inside the front window here at 180 First Ave.)
The business’ Yelp page still notes, “Recreational Plus East Village is temporarily closed. Scheduled to reopen on January 1, 2024.”) 
The signage arrived for Recreational Plus in October… it was later removed, though the shop remained in operation.
The previous retail tenant here was Eleven Consignment Boutique, which closed amid a legal battle in November 2019.
This building, with the dual Michael Jackson murals, is also for sale. 

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Trulieve Cannabis Corp. announced the opening of two new medical dispensaries in Crawfordville and Crestview, Florida.

Grand opening celebrations were held in Crawfordville on December 29th and Crestview on December 30th.

“We are excited to open these dispensaries, providing high quality products and service for Florida patients in the Big Bend and Panhandle regions,” said Trulieve’s Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers.

Trulieve Crawfordville Dispensary Express, located at 2615 Crawfordville Highway, south of Tallahassee, is the Company’s first dispensary dedicated solely to express pickup orders. Customers at this location will place online orders on the Trulieve website ahead of fast and convenient express pickup service.

Trulieve Crestview, located at 2150 South Ferdon Blvd., north of Destin, will offer both walk-in and pickup service. Across Florida, Trulieve offers home delivery, convenient online ordering, and in-store pickup. Veterans receive 20% off every order when they show their military ID, and all first-time guests are eligible for a 60% new customer discount at any Florida Trulieve location.

Both locations will carry a wide variety of popular products including Trulieve’s portfolio of in-house brands such as Alchemy, Co2lors, Cultivar Collection, Modern Flower, Momenta, Muse, Roll One, Sweet Talk and Trekkers. Customers will also have access to beloved partner brands such as Alien Labs, Binske, Black Tuna,

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California police officer killed while answering burglary call at marijuana dispensary, shooter on the loose | KTVOPlease ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes ofwebsite accessibility

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