Trump orders federal agencies to fast-track cannabis rescheduling (updated)
The move would reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to less restrictive Schedule III, easing taxes, banking and research limits.
Ascend Wellness backs cannabis advocate to open NJ dispensary
The multistate operator is partnering with Lerone Jones to launch the Little Falls shop.
Jushi enters NJ market with 1st dispensary (photos)
The multistate operator's first Beyond Hello dispensary here opened in Little Ferry, offering flower, vapes, edibles and concentrates from local growers.
Fresh Cultivation workers unionize in Somerset
The staffers voted to join UFCW Local 360, marking another organization move in New Jersey’s growing cannabis industry.
Rise Dispensary in Bloomfield plans free expungement clinic
The Nov. 7 event, hosted with Blaze Responsibly, will help adults clear marijuana-related convictions from their records, as well as offer information about jobs with the shop's parent company, Green Thumb Industries.
Cranford-based Bennabis Health rebrands as Bennabix
The medical cannabis benefit program provider said it believes the move reflects its “mission to transform how medical cannabis is accessed and embraced within modern healthcare.”
Curaleaf launches annual fundraiser for hunger relief (updated)
Covering the 12 states where the MSO operates, Feed the Block will collect donations and contribute volunteer efforts to support local food organizations.
NJ launches $5M cannabis business development grant program
Excluding MSOs, the "CBD" program offers $75,000 reimbursements to help small recreational cannabis entrepreneurs manage the cost of ongoing compliance and operating expenses as they build their businesses.
Free webinar to explore risks of high-potency marijuana use
Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey will host the online session Oct. 28 for parents, caregivers and employers.
Why ‘Croptober’ doesn’t mean much to NJ cannabis growers
Cultivators such as Curaleaf and Ascend redefine the industry celebration with advanced indoor facilities ensuring year-round harvests and quality.
Curaleaf launches Breast Cancer Awareness Month fundraiser
The “Round Up for Research” campaign will support The Baldwin Fund, founded by the mother of actors Alec, Daniel, Billy and Stephen Baldwin.
Sweetspot opens first North Jersey dispensary
The new Bergen County location marks the third shop in New Jersey for the Rhode Island-based MSO.

















