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Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin unveiled a highly restrictive medical cannabis proposal on Monday, drawing an unenthusiastic response from Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, the Associated Press reports.

Under the proposed bill, medical cannabis products would only be legally available to people with chronic illnesses like cancer, and the products would only be available via five state-run retailers that would be designated at a later point by the state Department of Health Services. Additionally, smokable cannabis products would not be available to patients.

A spokesperson for Gov. Evers — who alongside Democratic lawmakers has called for the full legalization of cannabis in Wisconsin — said the governor would review the proposal and that “he looks forward to hearing from Wisconsinites and other stakeholders as the bill moves through the legislative process.”

Wisconsin Republicans currently hold strong majorities in both the House and Senate, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has said the proposal is as far as Assembly Republicans are willing to go, the report said.

“We want to make this available to people, but we want to have tight controls on it as well.” — Wisconsin State Rep. Jon Plumer (R), in a statement

Meanwhile, a report published last year found that neighboring Illinois

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BLOOMFIELD, NJ — New Jersey’s budding legal weed industry is still largely dominated by “Big Cannabis” corporations. But the owners of a new recreational marijuana dispensary in Bloomfield hope to help even the playing field when they officially open Nightjar this week.

Nightjar, a women and minority-owned cannabis dispensary located at 549 Bloomfield Avenue, will hold a grand opening celebration at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 12. Cozz Coffee will be at the store from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. offering a complimentary espresso bar and coffee for Nightjar’s first customers.

The dispensary will offer 20 percent off all purchases for its opening weekend.

After its grand opening event, Nightjar will be open to customers Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and on Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Learn more here.

Nightjar was one of 48 New Jersey businesses that recently earned a combined $12 million in state grants under the Cannabis Equity Grant Program. Read More: NJ Marijuana Businesses Get $12M In ‘Equity’ Funding

Owned by Soulstar Holdings, the team includes Francesca DeRogatis, COO, her father and executive director, Gary DeRogatis, Amanda Rositano, president, Katie Covett, CAO, and Rosanna Diaz Abrahamse, founder.

DeRogatis said the goal is

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MOUNT POCONO, Pa. – Monroe County is gaining a marijuana dispensary in Mount Pocono.

Jushi Holdings has moved its Hazleton, Luzerne County, outlet to 3192 Route 940, near shopping areas and Pocono Summit Lake.

The business will operate under the Beyond Hello Mount Pocono name. It will open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, with 30% off all purchases that day.

The Poconos and Mount Pocono were the draw, Jushi Holdings Chairman, Chief Executive and founder Jim Cacioppo said in a statement.

“A tourist favorite with plenty to offer during all four seasons, this lively borough presents the ideal atmosphere to bring our suite of products and brands,” Cacioppo said.

The dispensary will serve medical cannabis patients from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Beyond Hello Mount Pocono is near shopping areas and ski resorts. The nearest competing dispensary is about 20 minutes away, according to Jushi Holdings.

Jushi’s in-house brands include Hijinks flower; Seche, infused flower and pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes; The Lab, a line of vapes and concentrates, and The Bank, among others.

Beyond Hello also sells other cannabis brands. A licensed pharmacist will be available for consultations, upon request.

Shares in Jushi Holdings are traded

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Nightjar will open at 549 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, on January 12. (COURTESY OF NIGHTJAR)

On Friday, January 12, Nightjar, a women- and minority-owned adult-use cannabis dispensary designed by cannabis industry veterans and New Jersey natives, will open in Bloomfield at 549 Bloomfield Avenue.

Nightjar will be the second dispensary in Bloomfield, with Rise Dispensary at 26-48 Bloomfield Avenue.

Francesca DeRogatis, COO of Nightjar, says cannabis brings much-needed tax revenue to support schools and other local infrastructure and can revitalize downtown communities, like Bloomfield Center, by bringing foot traffic to other nearby shops.

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“Taking cannabis out of the shadows and into its prominent place in our community is what inspired us to open

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Jushi Holdings Inc. Unveils Beyond Hello Mount Pocono Dispensary

Jushi Holdings Inc., a leading multi-state cannabis operator, has unveiled its strategically relocated Beyond Hello Hazleton dispensary, now rebranded as Beyond Hello Mount Pocono. The grand opening of this dispensary, nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, a hub for outdoor activities and attractions, is slated for January 13. The inaugural day will witness a promotion of 30% off all purchases.

Enhanced Accessibility and Product Range

The Beyond Hello Mount Pocono dispensary will operate on a daily basis, catering to medical cannabis patients and caregivers with a comprehensive range of products. These will include offerings from Jushi’s in-house brands and other renowned cannabis brands. To enhance customer experience and access, the dispensary has incorporated facilities for online ordering, curbside pickup, and consultations with licensed pharmacists.

Strategic Location

Located in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, the dispensary is in close proximity to numerous big-box retailers and the Kalahari Resort and Convention Centre, which draws around 912,000 visitors annually. This strategic location, coupled with ample parking and easy access to interstate highways, is expected to significantly improve accessibility for patients and caregivers.

Expansion and Commitment

The opening of Beyond Hello Mount

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Jushi Holdings Inc. is a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, which is engaged in retail, distribution, cultivation, and processing operations in both medical and adult-use markets. The Company owns or manages cannabis operations and/or holds licenses in the adult-use and/or medicinal cannabis marketplace in Illinois, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Massachusetts, Nevada, California and Ohio. Its brands include The Bank, The Lab, Seche, Tasteology and Hijinks. The Bank offers pre-packaged flowers, infused blunts and pre-rolls comprised of three tiered lines, including Gold Standard, Cache and Vault. The Lab offers a selection of vape cartridges, disposables and concentrates. Tasteology is an edible brand, which offers premium, real fruit, cannabis-infused gummies and chewable tablets. Seche offers products like Fine Grind (Shake), Fine Flower (Popcorn) and Singles (Pre-Rolls). Hijinks is a flower brand, which is available in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

More about the company

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New Store Centrally Located in the Pocono Mountains, a Bustling Tourist Destination

Expansion of In-State Patient and Caregiver Access with 17th Operational Beyond Hello™ Branded Storefront in Pennsylvania

Exclusive Promotion of 30% Off Opening Day, Saturday, January 13th

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jushi Holdings Inc. (“Jushi” or the “Company”) (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF), a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, announced the opening of its relocated Beyond Hello™ Hazleton dispensary in Pennsylvania, through its subsidiary, Franklin Bioscience – NE LLC. Franklin Bioscience – NE LLC’s new store, doing business as Beyond Hello™ Mount Pocono, is located at 3192 Route 940, Suite 101, in Monroe County, and ideally situated directly in the Pocono Mountains, a bustling vacationing area full of various outdoor activities, resorts, shopping, and entertainment. The dispensary will begin serving medical cannabis patients and caregivers in Northeast Pennsylvania and beyond on Saturday, January 13th, at 9:00 a.m., and will offer an exclusive promotion of 30% off all purchases that same day. Beyond Hello™ Mount Pocono will be open daily Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and

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Jushi Holdings Inc. Announces Opening of Relocated Hazleton Dispensary in Pennsylvania

Jushi Holdings Inc. a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, announced the opening of its relocated Beyond Hello™ Hazleton dispensary in Pennsylvania, through its subsidiary, Franklin Bioscience – NE LLC. Franklin Bioscience – NE LLC’s new store, doing business as Beyond Hello™ Mount Pocono, is located at 3192 Route 940, Suite 101, in Monroe County, and ideally situated directly in the Pocono Mountains, a bustling vacationing area full of various outdoor activities, resorts, shopping, and entertainment.

Expansion of In-State Patient and Caregiver Access with 17th Operational Beyond Hello™ Branded Storefront in Pennsylvania

The dispensary will begin serving medical cannabis patients and caregivers in Northeast Pennsylvania and beyond on Saturday, January 13th, at 9:00 a.m., and will offer an exclusive promotion of 30% off all purchases that same day. Beyond Hello™ Mount Pocono will be open daily Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

New Store Centrally Located in the Pocono Mountains, a Bustling Tourist Destination

The relocated store will offer convenient online ordering through our beyond-hello.com online reservation platform, curbside pickup, and ample parking spots with easy in-and-out access to improve patient

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Aaron Van Camp opened Dank 716 – Buffalo’s first legal adult-use dispensary – on July 17, 2023. During its first six months in business, the store has grossed nearly $5 million in sales and cultivated a larger-than-expected customer base.

But while business at Dank 716 has been good, Van Camp recognizes some problems in New York’s legal weed industry that could harm the statewide market. There are issues with product quality, regulations – ranging from potency-based taxes to requirements for many cultivators to grow outdoors – and business acumen among marijuana entrepreneurs, to name just a few.

Decisions made in 2024 could have wide-ranging effects on the viability of New York’s legal adult-use cannabis market, and Van Camp sat down with NY Cannabis Insider to talk about what the statewide industry looks like right now, and what issues need to be addressed.

This Interview has been edited for length and clarity.

When it comes to federal policy, what are you keeping an eye on in 2024?

Everybody’s basically looking to see if they reschedule. I mean, that should free up a huge amount of write-off opportunities moving forward. That’s basically the biggest thing for us as a retailer.

What policy changes should New York regulators seriously

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