Green neon Cannabis Leaf in the window of an unlicensed smoke shop selling marijuana in New York City. (Photo by: Deb Cohn-Orbach/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)Cannabis officials in New York have issued a recall on hemp products sold at a number of dispensaries across the state.The New York State Office of Cannabis Management issued the recall on Friday for "Sky … [Read more...] about NY issues cannabis recall on products sold throughout the state
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Alternatives sought as reparations funding from cannabis tax dwindles in Amherst
AMHERST — A plan to provide $2 million over 10 years toward municipal reparations initiatives, such as programs for youth or first-time homebuyers, could be stymied by the anticipated drying up of tax revenue associated with cannabis sales in Amherst as the main source of funding. Appreciating that getting to the $2 million threshold in a timely fashion could be increasingly … [Read more...] about Alternatives sought as reparations funding from cannabis tax dwindles in Amherst
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A 29-year-old Connecticut woman charged with causing a September crash that killed another driver, that woman’s 2-year-old godson and a Labrador Retriever surrendered to police this week and was arraigned Thursday. Connecticut State Police said Michelle Miller, of Wolcott, Conn., lost control of her red Volkswagen Jetta while speeding in the opposite direction and hit a Subaru … [Read more...] about National News
Shelton P&Z signals rejection of retail cannabis shop on Bridgeport Ave.
SHELTON — Rodeo Cannabis’ plans to open the city’s first and only cannabis dispensary appear to be up in smoke. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at its meeting Wednesday, asked zoning staff to prepare a resolution denying Rodeo Cannabis’ request to open in 2,000-square-feet of vacant space — in the former bank location right next to newly opened Leo Tobacco & Cigar — at … [Read more...] about Shelton P&Z signals rejection of retail cannabis shop on Bridgeport Ave.
Director of CT social equity council handling cannabis cash resigns
Ginne-Ray Clay resigned Tuesday as the executive director of the Social Equity Council, an agency that oversees elements of Connecticut’s cannabis industry and is the subject of an audit requested by Gov. Ned Lamont. “Regrettably, my final days in this role have been marred by unsubstantiated allegations, threats, and publicly leaked false narratives, all of which have unjustly … [Read more...] about Director of CT social equity council handling cannabis cash resigns
Owners of Southington smoke shops arrested with large quantities of marijuana, police say
SOUTHINGTON — Four smoke shop owners at three businesses in town have been arrested after investigators found large quantities of marijuana packaged for sale, officials say. In a news release, the Southington Police Department said officers were notified about the sale of vape products to underage people and the sale of THC products from several smoke shops located in … [Read more...] about Owners of Southington smoke shops arrested with large quantities of marijuana, police say
West Bank to get a marijuana pharmacy as new owners plan rebrand for New Orleans locations
A New Orleans-based private investor group is taking over a collection of medical marijuana pharmacies in the New Orleans area and expanding to create the West Bank's first location in Harvey.H&W Acquisition Company LLC, co-owned by a maritime veteran and trial attorney, bought the highly coveted medical marijuana pharmacy license from local pharmacy H&W Drug Store and … [Read more...] about West Bank to get a marijuana pharmacy as new owners plan rebrand for New Orleans locations
Stockton University to begin offering undergraduate degree in cannabis studies
Stockton University will begin offering an undergraduate degree in cannabis studies this fall, becoming the first college or university in New Jersey to do so. Stockton — which has a main campus in Galloway and other locations in Atlantic City, Hammonton, Manahawkin and Woodbine — will offer the Bachelor of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management degree. The degree … [Read more...] about Stockton University to begin offering undergraduate degree in cannabis studies
Federal court dismisses challenge to cannabis prohibition: analyzing Canna Provisions case
July 10, 2024 - In a closely watched decision released earlier this month, Judge Mark G. Mastroianni of the Federal Court for the District of Massachusetts dismissed a case brought by a coalition of cannabis companies challenging the federal prohibition on cannabis. The case, Canna Provisions, Inc. et al. v. Garland, No. 3:23-cv-30113, had serious fire power behind it in the … [Read more...] about Federal court dismisses challenge to cannabis prohibition: analyzing Canna Provisions case
What to do about the Mass. cannabis agency? Lawmakers unsure
Lawmakers from both parties signaled Tuesday they share a government watchdog’s concerns about upheaval at the Cannabis Control Commission, but Democrats who wield decision-making power stopped short of indicating what kind of response they might marshal. Weeks after Inspector General Jeffrey Shapiro penned an urgent warning to legislative leaders about the “rudderless” CCC, … [Read more...] about What to do about the Mass. cannabis agency? Lawmakers unsure
