Several licensed cannabis dispensaries in the Bronx report sales surge amid crackdown on illegal shops, but challenges persist - Bronx Times

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a 51% increase in legal cannabis sales in New York since the enforcement crackdown on illegal smoke shops began, with over 1,000 unlicensed shops closed.

Levent Ozkurt, owner of Hush NYC, noted an increase in sales due to crackdowns on illegal shops, observing that enforcement makes a tangible difference despite being slow.

Anthony Rivera of Sesh NYC indicated a positive month-over-month sales increase in his store, reflecting mixed feelings about relying solely on the crackdown for success.

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