In a strategic move to enhance oversight of its burgeoning cannabis industry, Connecticut has announced the formation of a specialized division within the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). This newly established office will assume responsibility for licensing, regulation, and inspection of both medical and recreational cannabis operations across the state. Previously, … [Read more...] about Connecticut Establishes Dedicated Cannabis Regulatory Division
Connecticut
Snoop Dogg-Backed VC Bets Big on Norwalk Cannabis Insurance Startup
In a surprising twist of weed-meets-Wall-Street, a Norwalk-based cannabis insurance company just scored big—and yes, Snoop Dogg is involved. Sort of.The startup, AlphaRoot, just landed major funding from Casa Verde Capital, the cannabis-focused VC firm co-founded by the Doggfather himself. The firm is known for sniffing out high-potential green ventures—and this time, it’s not … [Read more...] about Snoop Dogg-Backed VC Bets Big on Norwalk Cannabis Insurance Startup
CT Cannabis Entrepreneurs Say: Let Us Sell Sooner, Before It All Goes Up in Smoke
Connecticut’s cannabis industry was supposed to be the great green equalizer—a chance for small business owners, especially those from historically disadvantaged communities, to stake their claim in a billion-dollar market. But now, some of those very entrepreneurs are waving a red flag: if the state doesn’t let them sell their cannabis licenses sooner, their dream might go up … [Read more...] about CT Cannabis Entrepreneurs Say: Let Us Sell Sooner, Before It All Goes Up in Smoke
Fine Fettle Expands Again: West Hartford Gets a Taste of the Green
Mark your calendars and prep your grinders—Fine Fettle is opening its ninth cannabis dispensary in Connecticut, and this time it’s planting roots right in the heart of West Hartford. April 18 is the big day, just two ticks before the high holiday of 4/20. Coincidence? Not likely.Located at 924 Farmington Avenue, the new spot lands right where people actually go—walkable, … [Read more...] about Fine Fettle Expands Again: West Hartford Gets a Taste of the Green
Police chiefs ask lawmakers to allow vehicle stops for cannabis use
Meriden Chief of Police Rob Rosado says his officers constantly smell marijuana throughout the city. “ You drive down the road and you can smell that odor,” he told members of the state legislature’s Judiciary Committee in a public hearing on Monday. Rosado, who is also the president of the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association, said officers frequently see individuals … [Read more...] about Police chiefs ask lawmakers to allow vehicle stops for cannabis use
Cannabis retailer hopes CT’s new shopping rules help improve statewide sales
Two years after it was legalized, adult-use cannabis sales in Connecticut are hovering around $16 million in sales each month. In Massachusetts, however, that number is about $140 million per month. David Salinas, CEO of Hi! People in Derby hopes relaxed regulations on store design and shopping experience can help those numbers.“Massachusetts for example is a … [Read more...] about Cannabis retailer hopes CT’s new shopping rules help improve statewide sales
So You Got High—Now What? A Look At Erin Doolittle’s Psychedelic Playbooks
At some point, we’ve all been there—staring at the ceiling, questioning the universe, and wondering if our hands have always looked this weird. Erin Doolittle gets it. In I Got High, Now What Do I Do? and Modern Mushroom Medicine Made Easy, she’s not here to judge—she’s here to help you not totally lose your mind while expanding it.Let’s start with I Got High, Now What Do I Do? … [Read more...] about So You Got High—Now What? A Look At Erin Doolittle’s Psychedelic Playbooks
Lawmakers hear public testimony on bill to crack down on cannabis DUIs
The proposed legislation would change the rules for police officers detecting cannabis use behind the wheel. CONNECTICUT, USA — Police officers in Connecticut are currently not allowed to pull someone over if they smell marijuana or if they suspect the driver is smoking behind the wheel, but that could change. “Really as whole of a person as they are, not in spite of being … [Read more...] about Lawmakers hear public testimony on bill to crack down on cannabis DUIs
Cops say CT cannabis law needs to be rewritten so they can stop drivers seen smoking
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
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
