Connecticut
28 pounds of marijuana, THC materials seized from CREAM Smoke Shop in Stratford
STRATFORD, Conn. — After investigating activity at the CREAM Smoke Shop, the Stratford Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence Unit made a large seizure of cannabis earlier this week. Police say the CREAM Smoke Shop, located at 955 Ferry Boulevard, is not licensed with the state of Connecticut to sell or distribute marijuana or THC products. However, the Narcotics, … [Read more...] about 28 pounds of marijuana, THC materials seized from CREAM Smoke Shop in Stratford
After prior plans to accept cannabis plants for exhibition, The Durham Fair pulls back
DURHAM, Conn — The Durham Fair is pulling back on initial plans to include cannabis plants in its lineup of exhibitions submitted for judging during the four-day event. The fair said, however, it remains committed to accepting hops plants for judging and exhibition in the vegetable category for the first time. The fair’s committee that oversees plant science told FOX61 that … [Read more...] about After prior plans to accept cannabis plants for exhibition, The Durham Fair pulls back
60 pounds of marijuana, THC seized from Stratford smoke shop
STRATFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Roughly 60 pounds of marijuana and THC was recently seized from a smoke shop accused of illegally selling it, according to Stratford police. Police said the Cream Smoke Shop at 955 Ferry Boulevard was not licensed with the state to sell or distribute cannabis or THC products, but police got a tip juveniles were buying products there. After the … [Read more...] about 60 pounds of marijuana, THC seized from Stratford smoke shop
Shelton Planning and Zoning Commission denies Rodeo Cannabis’ plans for dispensary
Rodeo Cannabis is seeking to occupy a 2,000 square foot space in one of the buildings in Crown Point Center. The building also houses Common Grounds, Panache Hair Design and Leo Tobacco & Cigar. SHELTON — The Planning and Zoning Commission has stamped out Rodeo Cannabis’ plans to open what would have been the only marijuana dispensary in the city. The commission, at its … [Read more...] about Shelton Planning and Zoning Commission denies Rodeo Cannabis’ plans for dispensary
CT cannabis statutes prohibit the Durham Fair from hosting a marijuana exhibit
DURHAM — Durham Fair organizers were set to include a cannabis exhibit in the upcoming fair's educational programming until learning state statutes prohibit such a display. Organizers decided to remove cannabis from the exhibitions after meeting with the state Department of Consumer Protection, according to a statement from the fair’s executive team. “There is no way to offer … [Read more...] about CT cannabis statutes prohibit the Durham Fair from hosting a marijuana exhibit
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
As some cannabis businesses struggle to launch, license sales emerge as exit strategy
Thomas Macre (right), founder of Connecticut cannabis dispensary chain Still River Wellness, said his company has been approached by delivery service companies looking to sell their licenses. With Connecticut’s adult-use cannabis market nearing its second anniversary in January, merger-and-acquisition activity could ramp up as more companies reach the final licensure stage and … [Read more...] about As some cannabis businesses struggle to launch, license sales emerge as exit strategy
When Did Weed Get So Strong?
A strange thing has happened on the path to marijuana legalization. Users across all ages and experience levels are noticing that a drug they once turned to for fun and relaxation now triggers existential dread and paranoia. “The density of the nugs is crazy, they’re so sticky,” a friend from college texted me recently. “I solo’d a joint from the dispensary recently and was … [Read more...] about When Did Weed Get So Strong?
Creating A Thriving Market: The Case For Reasonable Regulations
I recently stumbled upon an article about Norwalk’s latest attempt to rein in the wild west of vape/smoke shops. The local leaders, in their infinite wisdom, are scrambling to slap down regulations faster than a blackjack dealer at The Mohegan Sun. The goal? To curb illegal weed sales that have turned these shops into modern-day speakeasies.But let’s cut through the … [Read more...] about Creating A Thriving Market: The Case For Reasonable Regulations