New York adds nine new adult-use cannabis dispensaries, bringing the total to 462. From Queens to Syracuse, each store expands safe access and strengthens the state’s equitable cannabis market.
FLUENT Corp has doubled its New York cultivation capacity with a new Buffalo facility and an exclusive deal to bring Connected Cannabis, AlienLabs, and Smoken Promises to the state—marking a major milestone for East Coast access to California’s most coveted genetics.
Welancora Gallery presents Trinidad & Tobago, a solo exhibition by Brooklyn artist King David. Inspired by his Caribbean roots, Hindu rituals, and a personal homage to Crystal, the works fuse abstraction, memory, and spirituality into layered, textured paintings.
Carmelo Anthony’s STAYME7O Cannabis brand celebrated its Hall of Flame launch in Brooklyn on August 15, unveiling new flower strains, pre-rolls, and limited-edition drops—marking a bold step in merging culture, equity, and cannabis innovation.
The Flowery has been named No. 86 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. With 3,800% revenue growth over three years, the multi-state brand continues to expand while staying true to its culture-first mission.
The Daily Green has opened a landmark cannabis dispensary in the heart of Times Square, blending NYC’s media-inspired energy with expertly curated products from top New York growers and leading U.S. brands.
NYC Bud just opened its second dispensary in Hell’s Kitchen, designed as a tribute to Grand Central Terminal. With zodiac ceilings and vintage subway vibes, it’s one of the most iconic cannabis retail spaces in NYC. Founder Jonpaul Pezzo shares the journey.
California’s iconic BackPackBoyz makes its East Coast debut with a powerful launch in Mastic, Long Island. Juan Quesada partners with Poospatuck tribe members to bring quality, culture, and community to New York.
At the BackPack Boyz Long Island grand opening, DJ Lobo of Heavy Hitters brought his signature Latin flavor to celebrate culture, cannabis, and community—spinning everything from reggaeton to bachata and showing love to the plant that fuels his creative flow.
Edibles leader Grön has acquired a New York cannabis processor license, expanding operations in Hauppauge and accelerating innovation for solventless products. The move marks a major step in shaping the state’s infused product landscape.
New York’s OCM has flagged 152 cannabis retailers and applicants for violating school proximity laws. Affected businesses must relocate or risk losing licensure as the state races to correct past regulatory errors.
At New York’s latest Cannabis Control Board meeting, applicants learned they may wait until 2033 for license approval—fueling outrage as new marketing rules roll out and thousands remain stuck in regulatory limbo.
NYC’s East Village just got lit. The Flowery opens its newest cannabis retail space at 47 3rd Ave, blending hospitality, culture, and community under the leadership of local entrepreneur Sean Maguire. Catch the grand opening August 2nd with DJs, pop-ups, and good vibes all day.
Backpack Boyz opens its first New York dispensary in Mastic, Long Island. Founder Juan Quesada calls it a dream realized: “This one is big for the squad & I in a way words could never express.” Grand opening July 25.
A former felon turned retail powerhouse, Jeremy Rivera is the driving force behind Terp Bros—Queens’ top dispensary. Featured in Honeysuckle’s 22nd print edition, his story is one of reinvention, hustle, and community.
