đ¨ NJWeedmanâs Joint Restaurant Announces Closure Following Deadly Shooting
Edward Forchion is permanently closing NJWeedmanâs Joint Restaurant & Lounge in Trenton on August 30, 2026, after a fatal shooting outside the business. Forchion cited a lack of police protection for the closure, though his adjacent cannabis dispensary will remain open.
TRENTON, NJ â Edward Forchion, owner of NJWeedmanâs Joint Restaurant & Lounge in Trenton, says he plans to close the restaurantâs doors permanently on Sunday, August 30, 2026, following another deadly shooting outside the business.
Forchion says the decision comes amid what he describes as âCity Defamation, Undermining and No Police Protection,â expressing frustration over what he believes has been inadequate protection for his business and patrons following repeated incidents of violence in the area.
The latest deadly shooting outside the establishment has once again raised concerns about public safety and the challenges facing businesses operating in areas experiencing violent crime.
Despite the planned closure of the restaurant and lounge, Forchion says the NJWeedmanâs dispensary will remain open and continue operating.
Forchionâs announcement marks a significant change for the Trenton establishment, which has become well known for its connection to New Jerseyâs cannabis community and advocacy efforts.
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