Bridgeport police say a vape shop on Boston Avenue is once again under scrutiny after officers seized roughly 105 pounds of cannabis and THC products from Dubai High Tobacco & Vape. Three employees were charged in the case, and police also reported taking in $6,788 they believe came from the illegal sales.The bust is not the first one tied to the business. Police say they … [Read more...] about Bridgeport’s Repeat Offender: 105 Pounds of Illegal Weed Taken in Latest Raid
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First in Line for Weed, Now Back for Round Two
I was reading an article this morning that I had to share, because it’s one of those cannabis industry stories that really makes you think about how the early days of legalization worked.When Connecticut first rolled out its medical marijuana program, there were only a handful of production licenses available. Somehow, Chris Mayle ended up with license number one through his … [Read more...] about First in Line for Weed, Now Back for Round Two
Bridgeport’s THC Underbelly: Three Smoke Shops Shut Down After Major Raids
In the heart of Bridgeport, Connecticut, three smoke shops — Dubai High, Raads Smoke Shop, and Moralez Market — were abruptly slammed shut following a sweeping police operation that ripped the cover off a thriving underground THC market. What looked like casual corner shops for vape heads and tobacco regulars turned out to be something else entirely: more than 150 pounds of … [Read more...] about Bridgeport’s THC Underbelly: Three Smoke Shops Shut Down After Major Raids
Connecticut State Police Seize 17 Pounds of Marijuana During Bridgeport Traffic Stop
A routine traffic stop has led to the arrest of a motorist after Connecticut State Police discovered approximately 17 pounds of marijuana in the vehicle, authorities confirmed. Incident Details Legal Implications The quantity of marijuana seized suggests charges beyond simple possession. In Connecticut, possession of large amounts of marijuana—especially with intent … [Read more...] about Connecticut State Police Seize 17 Pounds of Marijuana During Bridgeport Traffic Stop
Police: 86 pounds of marijuana, $165K seized in Bridgeport
A Bridgeport man has been arrested after a drug bust in the area, authorities say. Gabriel Rodriguez, 42, was arrested after an investigation at G's Smoke Shop at the intersection of Middle and John streets, according to authorities. Police say they found more than 86 pounds of marijuana, 10 pounds of hallucinogenic mushroom products, $165,000 in cash and a loaded 9 mm … [Read more...] about Police: 86 pounds of marijuana, $165K seized in Bridgeport
Bridgeport police find felon with 2 pounds of marijuana, gun, body armor, official says
BRIDGEPORT — Bridgeport police arrested a man they said was illegally in possession of a handgun and extended magazine, about two pounds of marijuana and a U.S. Army flak vest earlier this week, officials said. Ralph Cora, 41, is a felon, making it illegal for him to possess a gun, a news release provided by a Bridgeport spokesperson Tiadora Josef said. Cora is charged with … [Read more...] about Bridgeport police find felon with 2 pounds of marijuana, gun, body armor, official says
Budr’s bid for Bridgeport amphitheater cannabis dispensary denied: ‘It’s just a lost cause’
BRIDGEPORT — Following a handful of failed attempts to gain approval to open a marijuana dispensary at the concert amphitheater, including a new rejection by the zoning appeals board, Budr Cannabis' co-founder is done trying. "It's just a lost cause at this point," said Carl Tirella Jr., who already has locations in neighboring Stratford, plus Danbury, West Hartford and … [Read more...] about Budr’s bid for Bridgeport amphitheater cannabis dispensary denied: ‘It’s just a lost cause’
Bridgeport OK’s new Ayr Wellness cannabis dispensary for former Barnum Avenue bank building
BRIDGEPORT — Frankie's Diner owner and community leader Nick Roussos has no qualms with the prospect of having a recreational cannabis dispensary open near his Barnum Avenue restaurant. "I'm not a pot smoker," Roussos said. "But I'm happy they'll come get their cigarettes and then come to the diner and eat." This past week, Florida-based Ayr Wellness became the latest company … [Read more...] about Bridgeport OK’s new Ayr Wellness cannabis dispensary for former Barnum Avenue bank building
Budr loses second bid to open Bridgeport cannabis dispensary at amphitheater
BRIDGEPORT — Zoning officials for the second time have rejected an attempt by Budr Cannabis to open a year-round retail marijuana location within the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater. "It was definitely disappointing," said Carl Tirella Jr. the company's co-founder, of the zoning commission's denial Tuesday of Budr's application. "This location itself ... is really a perfect … [Read more...] about Budr loses second bid to open Bridgeport cannabis dispensary at amphitheater
Bridgeport rejects cannabis dispensary at concert amphitheater, applicant eyes zone change
BRIDGEPORT — The company behind a proposal to open a retail cannabis dispensary in the city's amphitheater may pursue a zoning change after its application was rejected. "That is one of the possibilities we're looking at," said Raymond Rizio, the land use attorney representing Middletown-based Budr, which hopes to add the site in Bridgeport to its Danbury, West … [Read more...] about Bridgeport rejects cannabis dispensary at concert amphitheater, applicant eyes zone change
