The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is asking for help finding a man involved in a series of armed robberies – three of them in Inner Southeast Portland – in the span of five months in 2023. PPB Robbery Unit detectives are on the lookout for 43-year-old Cory J. Jackson.
Using a gun, Jackson is suspected of robbing:
× This page requires Javascript.
Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.
Featured Local Savings
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A significant step towards gender diversity in the cannabis industry was marked with the grand opening of Puffalo Dreams, an all-women’s dispensary, coinciding with the start of Women’s History Month. This groundbreaking venture not only celebrates female entrepreneurship but also introduces a unique customer experience focused on inclusivity and education in Tonawanda, Buffalo.
AdvertismentEmpowering Women Through Cannabis
The establishment of Puffalo Dreams by a passionate all-women team represents a bold move in a predominantly male-dominated sector. Customers like Stephen and Emily Matthew commend the dispensary for its detailed product descriptions and transparent pricing, aspects they find lacking in other dispensaries. Budtender Allee Jurewicz emphasizes the diverse product range sourced from farmers, catering to both seasoned consumers and newcomers seeking guidance. The team’s decision to relocate from Rochester to Buffalo underscores their commitment to fostering a ‘family business’ ethos, driven by teamwork and a shared love for the cannabis industry.
A Shift Towards Diversity in OwnershipAdvertisment
The opening of Puffalo Dreams, as highlighted in a recent WGRZ report, signifies a noteworthy shift towards more inclusive ownership within the New York cannabis market. Jamie Donato-Rivera, the owner and inventory manager, expresses pride in creating an all-women team, emphasizing the excitement and unity this
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Puffalo Dreams an all women’s dispensary kicking off women’s history month with a smokey grand opening.
Some customers spoke with 7 News reporter Yoselin Person say that coming to the adult dispensary in Tonawanda feels like coming to a family.
“Just the fact that this is an all women’s establishment is just amazing,” says Stephen Matthew, a customer. “They have good descriptions of what the products are and the pricing, and I feel like other dispensaries lack is actual pricing next to the products and information.”
Others agreed.
“It’s actually incredible to be here in the first women owned dispensary, and you can tell a woman’s touch has been here. It’s really nice,” says Emily Matthew, a customer.
A budtender named Allee Jurewicz explains that the products her team carries come from farmers.
“We have products all over, so you can come in be a heavy hitter or you can come in and we show you a nice simple whatever you’re looking for,” she says.
The all-women team took a risk in leaving Rochester to start this business.
“Team work makes the dream work. We’re a family business, and we’re proud to be. It’s nothing better than coming to a job and enjoying
More Videos
Puffalo Dreams their legal dispensary opened on Niagara Falls Blvd. in Buffalo. But NYS is concerned about all of the illegal shops popping up.
Author: wgrz.com
Published: 11:03 PM EST March 1, 2024
Updated: 11:03 PM EST March 1, 2024
Loading…Loading…More Pot Shops Than McDonald’s
In a significant shift over the past decade, a majority of Americans now reside in states where the recreational use of marijuana is legal. This change comes only twelve years after Colorado and Washington led the way in legalizing the plant for recreational purposes.
Pew Research Center’s analysis reveals that 54% of the population lives in areas where recreational marijuana use is permitted. Furthermore, the study shows that 74% of Americans live in states where marijuana is legal for either recreational or medical purposes, with California being the pioneer in medical marijuana legalization in 1996.
The report unveils a striking statistic: the U.S. is home to nearly 15,000 cannabis dispensaries, outnumbering the approximately 13,500 McDonald’sMCD scattered across the country in 2023, highlighting a significant shift in American consumer trends.
California tops the list with the most dispensaries, housing a quarter of the nation’s total and ensuring that nearly all Californians have access to a dispensary in their county. Oklahoma stands out for having the highest number of dispensaries per capita.
Loading…Loading…New Cannabis Rules In New Jersey And Delaware
Delaware is preparing for the launch of a legal adult-use cannabis market with new draft rules covering product tracking, transportation, and health standards. Similarly, New
For Immediate Release – February 29, 2024
Loan Applications Open for Licensed Social Equity Cannabis Dispensaries
Second round of Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program will provide $12 million in loans to social equity dispensaries
CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced that applications for Round II of the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program are open. Through the program, $12 million is available through Direct Forgivable Loans (DFL) fully financed by the State. Loan amounts, up to $240,000, will be provided to qualified, licensed social equity dispensaries.
“In Illinois, equity is front and center in our work to expand the legal cannabis industry,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Thanks to my administration’s Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program, a new wave of entrepreneurs impacted by the failed war on drugs will be able to access forgivable, low interest loans to start their business.”
“Social equity has been at the core of our work in expanding access to capital in the cannabis industry,” said Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. “As Chair of the Restore, Reinvest and Renew (R3) Program board, I’m thrilled communities that have suffered decades of disinvestment will have more opportunities in
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Tribal Council is still considering adult use of cannabisfor tribal members.
But this week did yield a big announcement: The Great Smoky Cannabis Company, operated by Qualla Enterprises, will open April 20.
“That’s the national cannabis holiday,” said Lee Griffin, human resources director of Qualla Enterprises during the Feb. 28 Tribal Council work session. “Nationally it’s the biggest revenue day of the year. It’s like New Year’s Eve at the casino.”
Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee voted more than 2:1 in September 2023 to support legalizing the possession and use of cannabis by people 21 or older, opening the way for North Carolina’s first legal purchase of marijuana for recreational use. But tribal council is still working on the rules for how that adults will be able to consume, posses and grow cannabis products.
The Eastern Band has been working on plans to grow, sell and allow marijuana use on the Qualla Boundary since before 2015.
The EBCI began growing hemp as part of a state agricultural in 2017 and then expanded to cannabis.
The tribe approved medical cannabis in a 2021 referendum and started accepting applications from enrolled tribal members for medical cards in July 2023.
The Eastern Band
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Tribal Council is still considering adult use of cannabisfor tribal members.
But this week did yield a big announcement: The Great Smoky Cannabis Company, operated by Qualla Enterprises, will open April 20.
“That’s the national cannabis holiday,” said Lee Griffin, human resources director of Qualla Enterprises during the Feb. 28 Tribal Council work session. “Nationally it’s the biggest revenue day of the year. It’s like New Year’s Eve at the casino.”
Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee voted more than 2:1 in September 2023 to support legalizing the possession and use of cannabis by people 21 or older, opening the way for North Carolina’s first legal purchase of marijuana for recreational use. But tribal council is still working on the rules for how that adults will be able to consume, posses and grow cannabis products.
The Eastern Band has been working on plans to grow, sell and allow marijuana use on the Qualla Boundary since before 2015.
The EBCI began growing hemp as part of a state agricultural in 2017 and then expanded to cannabis.
The tribe approved medical cannabis in a 2021 referendum and started accepting applications from enrolled tribal members for medical cards in July 2023.
The Eastern Band
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe is looking to stake its claim in Minnesota’s cannabis cultivation industry. Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures, the corporate entity owned by the band, announced Friday they have begun construction on a 50,000 square-foot cannabis growing facility on tribal lands near Onamia.
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures CEO Joe Nayquonabe, Jr.
Courtesy of Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures CEO Joe Nayquonabe, Jr. says that with more tribes and states getting into the cannabis industry, it’s important for the Mille Lacs Band to have a presence.
“We leaned on our tribal community to provide insight into this opportunity, paving a clear path into this venture,” said Nayquonabe.
A national cannabis law firm, Vicente LLP, estimated the cannabis market in Minnesota could generate as much as $1.5 billion in annual sales by the end of the decade.
Your gift today creates a more connected Minnesota. MPR News is your trusted resource for election coverage, reporting and breaking news. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone – free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.
Zach Atherton-Ely is the vice president of strategic growth for Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures. He says Mille Lacs may
Homestate Dispensary is excited to announce its St. Patrick’s Charity Drive, a month-long initiative to support St. Patrick’s Center. As part of its commitment to giving back to the community, Homestate Dispensary is partnering with St. Patrick’s Center to make a positive impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
St. Patrick’s Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities and a 501c non-profit organization has been transforming lives since 1983 by providing sustainable housing, employment, and healthcare to combat homelessness in the city of St. Louis and the surrounding area. By supporting this cause, Homestate Dispensary aims to create a community where everyone has access to the resources they need.
Customers can participate in the St. Patrick’s Charity Drive by bringing two recommended items or making a $10 donation. As a token of appreciation, they will receive a Hermit’s Delight pre-roll for just $1. The donation drive will take place from March 4th to March 31st at Homestate Dispensary.
Homestate Dispensary is proud to support St. Patrick’s Center and invites the community to join in this great cause. For more information and to get involved, please visit https://www.homestatedispensary.com
###
About Homestate Dispensary:
Homestate Dispensary
