Cannabis

Cannabis

Life on the Upper West Side moves at its own thoughtful pace. Between Riverside Park mornings, museum afternoons, and café conversations, the neighborhood values balance-refined, intelligent, and quietly confident. That same spirit now defines a new movement: premium, high-potency cannabis made for New Yorkers who appreciate craftsmanship as much as calm. Enter Silly Nice -a Black- and Veteran-Owned New York brand setting a new bar for quality weed. Known for small-batch concentrates, terpene-rich flower, and high-THC vapes, Silly Nice merges science, artistry, and integrity.

This crystalline THC concentrate pushes potency to new levels with 87.53 % THC and 99.82 % total cannabinoids - one of the highest legal concentrations in New York State. Each half-gram jar contains microscopic crystals of THCa balanced with CBGa, CBDa, d8-THC, and d9-THC, giving it both purity and depth. Whether you add a pinch to your blunt, top a bowl, or take a dab, it delivers a clean, immediate, and long-lasting high.

The East Village has never played by the rules. It's where art movements began, punk was born, and self-expression was a way of life. Even as the neighborhood evolves, its creative core remains-fearless, experimental, and distinctly New York. That same spirit now defines the East Village's emerging cannabis scene. Locals aren't chasing hype-they're chasing quality. They want clean, potent weed made by people who care about the craft, not the headlines.

HellaFunny is taking over one of SF's premier cannabis lounges, Moe Greens, for a night of "Puff Puff Laugh." That's right... it's the only comedy show in San Francisco where you can (legally in California) get high during the show. You'll see a killer comedy show with a handpicked lineup of 4-5 comics who normally perform at SF Sketchfest, Cobb's Comedy Club, Punchline and Thrive City.

Legal cannabis in New York has become more than just a market-it's a movement. The state's emerging dispensaries are reshaping what it means to consume consciously, blending quality with social equity in ways that reflect the culture and community behind the plant. Among those leading this transformation are two names that embody purpose, craftsmanship, and care: The Travel Agency and Silly Nice.

Following a record-breaking $214.4 million in statewide sales, High Times Magazine is bringing its legendary Cannabis Cup to the Empire State for the first time-a consumer-judged showdown that lets everyday New Yorkers decide who rolls (and bakes) the best. Starting October 21, adults 21 and over can snag judge's kits packed with sample products-think edibles, pre-rolls and top-shelf flower-from participating dispensaries across the state.

The Hall of Flowers trade show has become one of the cannabis industry's most influential gatherings, where innovation meets collaboration. This year, Booth A428 is generating major buzz as Silly Nice and Veterans Holdings come together to showcase their high-performance cannabis products, unique brand story, and the partnerships driving a new era of excellence in New York's legal market. For those attending the event today and tomorrow, Booth A428 is more than just a stop it's an experience.

Syracuse is a city defined by resilience, community pride, and a deep connection to education and sports. Known for Syracuse University, the Carrier Dome, snowy winters, and its place as a gateway to the Finger Lakes, Syracuse thrives on tradition while leaning into change. From Marshall Street's student energy to family neighborhoods in Eastwood, the art scene in Armory Square, and the calm of Onondaga Lake Park, life here balances history and progress.

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

Yonkers sits just north of the Bronx, but it carries a personality all its own. As New York's fourth-largest city, it blends suburban comfort with urban energy. The revitalized waterfront along the Hudson River, cultural institutions like the Hudson River Museum, and bustling shopping centers like Ridge Hill and Cross County make Yonkers a hub for families, professionals, and creatives alike.

New York City is at the forefront of cannabis reform, and now it has a show dedicated to capturing every layer of the movement. On September 16, CJEI filmed the pilot episode of "Cannabis in the City," an engaging and informative series set to air on BronxNet TV at midnight on October 4. Viewers can catch it on Channel 68 for Optimum subscribers or Channel 2134 for FIOS.

Silly Nice is not just another cannabis brand on the shelf. Founded and operated by a passionate small team, this Black-Owned and Veteran-Owned craft cannabis company has carved out its place in New York's competitive legal market with a philosophy rooted in quality, transparency, and sustainability. Within its first year, Silly Nice earned recognition as one of the Top 150 cannabis brands in New York, standing out among more than 500 licensed names.

This convening marked a crucial step in realizing one of the most important promises of cannabis legalization in New York-that the neighborhoods most damaged by prohibition would be the first to benefit from legalization's revenue streams. New York's adult-use cannabis market has already generated hundreds of millions in sales. By statute, 40% of the state's cannabis tax revenue flows into the Community Reinvestment Fund, which aims to channel resources into programs that directly uplift historically over-policed and underserved communities.

Enter Silly Nice -a Black-Owned and Veteran-Owned craft cannabis brand that has built its reputation in record time. Within a year of its launch, Silly Nice became one of the Top 150 cannabis brands in New York out of more than 500 licensed competitors. The recognition was earned not by chasing trends or cutting corners but by embracing an uncompromising philosophy: weed made with craft, care, and culture.

Across the United States, more than 18 million military veterans live with the lasting effects of service. For many, combat did not end when they returned home. The scars of war-whether in the form of physical injuries, chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), or invisible mental health struggles-are daily realities. Yet despite decades of evidence supporting cannabis as a therapeutic tool, America's veterans still face barriers to safe and consistent access.