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Marijuana retailer MedMen sued in New York for unpaid rent

A New York subsidiary of bankrupted MedMen Enterprises is facing a lawsuit for failing to pay rent in…

News September 17
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New York marijuana sales could pass $1 billion in 2024 after rocky start

With an estimated 200 retailers ready to open for business by the end of September, New York could…

News September 17
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Regulated New York cannabis sales on pace to exceed $450 million in 2024

Regulators issued another 123 marijuana business licenses as a statewide crackdown on illicit operators boosts retail sales.

News September 11
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New York calling out marijuana operators that are delinquent on payments

New York state's marijuana regulator is monitoring cannabis operators that are 30 days past due on bill payments,

News September 4
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Pre-rolls spark fastest growth category in the cannabis industry

As cannabis consumer preferences shift toward convenience and ready-to-use products, pre-rolls have evolved from a niche offering to…

News September 3
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New York hemp retailers file lawsuit against state regulator, NYC sheriff

Three licensed hemp retailers in New York filed a lawsuit in which they claim their constitutional rights are…

News August 27
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Marijuana MSO Ascend appoints new CEO, CFO in leadership shake-up

Two key executives are out at Ascend Wellness Holdings as the New York-based marijuana multistate operator struggles with…

News August 27
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Value of a cannabis license varies with type, market age

A cannabis business license in one jurisdiction can be a golden ticket to substantial profits. In another, it's…

News August 27
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New York won’t process 2023 adult-use marijuana applications until 2025

New York regulators won’t finish reviewing applications for adult-use marijuana business licenses submitted late last year until 2025.

News August 26
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Legal hemp operators claim they’re victims in New York marijuana crackdown

New York law enforcement and marijuana regulators are raiding and closing licensed hemp shops under the guise of…

News August 26
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