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Veteran-Owned Cannabis Dispensary And Lounge Opens In Jersey City Heights
It's a minority-owned, veteran owned business, said the Jersey City owner of The Other Side cannabis dispensary and lounge, at the opening.
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Owner Alyza Brevard-Rodriguez was on hand for the opening last month of the Other Side Cannabis Dispensary and Lounge in Jersey City Heights.
The shop — a short walk from the 9th Street Light Rail Elevator that runs down the hill to Hoboken — is the "first recognized disabled veteran-owned, Latino-investor, minority owned" dispensary, said Brevard-Rodriguez, who is a Navy veteran.
As with other dispensaries in New Jersey, it took several years for the owners to open the business — around 31 months, said Brevard-Rodriguez. She also owns Sw3at Wellness on Central Avenue nearby.
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The Other Side is located at 36 Congress St., next door to the Cliff, a popular restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.
The Other Side describes itself as "A premier cannabis destination that seamlessly blends wellness, education, and luxury within an interactive retail experience. This is Cannabis redefined. Leading in sustainability and community engagement, advocating for marginalized groups, and supporting the communities we serve."
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The offer happy hours, events, merchandise, veterans' discounts, and more.
Find out more about The Other Side here.
New Jersey legalized medical marijuana in 2010 and recreational cannabis use in early 2021.
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