HARTFORD — Legislation that would allow police to stop and arrest motorists suspected of smoking cannabis in their vehicles was supported Monday by law enforcement officials, who during a public hearing said they require the added tools to enforce Connecticut laws against driving while intoxicated. But supporters of the 2021 legalization of adult-use marijuana, which prohibits … [Read more...] about Cops say CT cannabis law needs to be rewritten so they can stop drivers seen smoking
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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
Massachusetts Cannabis Businesses Struggle Amid Plummeting Prices
The Massachusetts cannabis industry is facing significant financial strain as marijuana prices have dropped dramatically. Since November 2018, retail prices have fallen from $14.09 per gram to $5.36 per gram in 2024, a 62% decrease. Factors Contributing to Price Decline Several elements have led to this downturn: • Increased Cultivation Licenses: The Cannabis Control … [Read more...] about Massachusetts Cannabis Businesses Struggle Amid Plummeting Prices
Police confiscate 10 pounds of marijuana, cash, edibles from Hartford smoke shop
An estimated 10 pounds of marijuana was confiscated from a Sisson Avenue smoke shop this week after a search and seizure warrant was executed there, police said. The search and seizure warrant was executed at Union Spot Exotics at 270 Sisson Ave. and in addition to the marijuana, THC products, including vapes and “numerous” edibles were confiscated, police said. Also … [Read more...] about Police confiscate 10 pounds of marijuana, cash, edibles from Hartford smoke shop
Connecticut hemp farmers would be allowed to grow cannabis under legislation approved by committee
HARTFORD — Hemp farmers who suffered economically under state regulations in recent years would be allowed to cultivate marijuana, while smaller cannabis farmers could open brew pub-style sales rooms under legislation that has passed a key legislative committee. Several hemp and cannabis-related bills were approved by the General Law Committee on Monday, with majority Democrats … [Read more...] about Connecticut hemp farmers would be allowed to grow cannabis under legislation approved by committee
Thomaston gets its first cannabis store right on the Waterbury town line
Both the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Selectmen earlier this month gave their blessings to the project. The store will open in five to six months in the former Riders Cafe at 2627 Waterbury Road, literally located on the Waterbury line. The boundary of the two municipalities goes through the middle of the 1.5-acre property, largely surrounded by woods and … [Read more...] about Thomaston gets its first cannabis store right on the Waterbury town line
Plummeting pot prices have Mass. cannabis businesses on edge
Nike John walked to the back of her auto shop-turned-cannabis dispensary in Charlestown on a recent morning and threw open the heavy metal door to the vault. Inside were rows of shelves stacked with colorfully packaged marijuana products. "We have chocolate, taffy, gummies," she said, surveying her inventory. "Over here we have vapes, disposable vapes." This store room is the … [Read more...] about Plummeting pot prices have Mass. cannabis businesses on edge
RIP Connecticut Hemp? Not So Fast…
Once upon a time, in the rolling fields of Connecticut, hemp was hailed as the next big cash crop. Farmers, lured by the promise of a green rush, swapped their traditional crops for hemp, dreaming of prosperity. But fast forward to today, and the scene is starkly different: only a few handfuls of active hemp farmers remain in the state. The Rise and FallIt all started back in … [Read more...] about RIP Connecticut Hemp? Not So Fast…
The Regulatory Chaos of Cannabis Drinks Retail
THC-infused beverages have a steady demand, but sales are inhibited by legal regulations. Photo by Adobe Stock and SevenFifty Daily Staff. Art Nergaryan’s specialty wine and cheese shops in Massachusetts had thrived for years. But when he introduced hemp-derived THC-infused beverages, something unexpected happened: his business boomed. “I turned half of the store into THC … [Read more...] about The Regulatory Chaos of Cannabis Drinks Retail
Scottsdale man convicted of wire fraud for sham marijuana investment
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — A jury has convicted a Scottsdale man of wire fraud for convincing someone to invest in a sham cannabis investment fund, prosecutors said. Christopher E. Galvin, 58, was recently found guilty following a three-day trial in federal court, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office of Arizona. Galvin founded Hypur Ventures II in 2019 had convinced an individual … [Read more...] about Scottsdale man convicted of wire fraud for sham marijuana investment
