From the outside, the red-brick building on Homestead Avenue might appear like another relic of Hartford’s manufacturing past. But step through its doors and you’ll find a state-of-the-art cannabis micro-cultivation facility—an ambitious new player in Connecticut’s evolving recreational marijuana industry.The Goods THC, led by founder and CEO Gloribel Diaz, is among the newest … [Read more...] about Hartford Cannabis Facility Blends Innovation, Community Investment, and Revitalization
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Connecticut Marks Fourth Anniversary of Recreational Cannabis Legalization: What Has Changed
July 1, 2025, marks four years since Connecticut legalized recreational cannabis for adults aged 21 and older—a policy shift that has significantly altered the state’s cannabis landscape. Regulatory Evolution and Market Growth Medical cannabis use was first authorized in Connecticut in 2012. Recreational legalization followed in 2021, and retail sales commenced in January … [Read more...] about Connecticut Marks Fourth Anniversary of Recreational Cannabis Legalization: What Has Changed
A Love Letter to Jack and the Sacred Stoner Rite 🎂🔥
It’s Jack’s birthday today. My brother. My co-conspirator in curiosity. The one who dares to dive deep, question hard, laugh louder than the world would prefer. And somewhere between thinking about his soul and this sacred spin around the sun, it hit me like a wake-and-bake sativa lightning bolt: smoking weed on someone’s birthday isn’t just a vibe—it’s a f*cking rite of … [Read more...] about A Love Letter to Jack and the Sacred Stoner Rite 🎂🔥
🌿 Curaleaf Shares Slump Nearly 50%—Time to Reassess?
Curaleaf Holdings (CURLF), the largest U.S. cannabis operator by revenue, has seen its stock tumble approximately 46% year-to-date, even as the broader cannabis sector edges up around 7% in the same period.📉 What’s Causing the Sell-Off?Several key factors appear to be weighing on Curaleaf:Regulatory headwinds: Ongoing delays in federal cannabis reform remain a drag. While the … [Read more...] about 🌿 Curaleaf Shares Slump Nearly 50%—Time to Reassess?
🎶 Westville Music Bowl Now Delivers Cannabis to Concert‑Goers
Westville Music Bowl has become the first venue in Connecticut to launch an onsite cannabis delivery service for its show‑going audience. Partnering with Hi! People, a locally licensed dispensary, the venue now allows concert‑goers aged 21 and older to pre‑order cannabis products—and pick them up just steps from the entrance. 🔹 How It WorksPre‑order deadline: By 3 p.m. on the … [Read more...] about 🎶 Westville Music Bowl Now Delivers Cannabis to Concert‑Goers
🌱 Connecticut Overhauls Cannabis & Hemp Regulations: What You Need to Know
Connecticut is getting ready to roll out sweeping updates to its cannabis and hemp landscape, with the legislature passing a major reform package now headed to the governor. The changes span potency limits, licensing expansions, enforcement tweaks, and market realignments—signaling a transformative moment for the industry.🔬 Higher Potency Allowed—With LimitsTHC Caps Raise for … [Read more...] about 🌱 Connecticut Overhauls Cannabis & Hemp Regulations: What You Need to Know
🌿 Massachusetts Marijuana Legalization Trailblazer Dies at 67
A key figure in Massachusetts’ cannabis legalization landscape passed away at 67, leaving behind a legacy of activism, advocacy, and community impact. Here's a closer look at their life, work, and enduring influence.Who They WereFor decades, this champion helped steer Massachusetts toward cannabis reform. From grassroots organizing to legislative lobbying, they were … [Read more...] about 🌿 Massachusetts Marijuana Legalization Trailblazer Dies at 67
📰 Middletown Buzz: Cannabis Dispensary Proposal Pulls Out of Historic Downtown Project
MIDDLETOWN, CT – A plan to open a cannabis dispensary within a beautifully restored historic building on Main Street has been officially withdrawn by the developer—marking a contentious end to a year‑long debate about downtown identity, public funding, and zoning. The Backstory From Market to Dispensary Community Response & Council Scrutiny The … [Read more...] about 📰 Middletown Buzz: Cannabis Dispensary Proposal Pulls Out of Historic Downtown Project
🚨 Norwalk Police Raid Smoke Shop, Seize Marijuana & Nitrous Oxide
In a Tuesday afternoon operation, Norwalk Police executed a search warrant at Wally’s Smoke Shop on Westport Avenue. The raid resulted in the seizure of multiple cannabis products and nitrous oxide canisters, highlighting the city’s ongoing crackdown on unregulated sales. 🌿 What They Found These substances are illegal to sell without proper licensing in Connecticut, … [Read more...] about 🚨 Norwalk Police Raid Smoke Shop, Seize Marijuana & Nitrous Oxide
Ayr Wellness Affirms Continued Presence in Connecticut Despite Sell-Off Buzz
Despite mounting speculation that Ayr Wellness might be pulling out of Connecticut, the multi-state cannabis heavyweight has firmly refuted those claims—confirming that its Connecticut operation remains firmly “operational.”💨 Where the Rumors StartedTalk of Ayr’s exit gained traction after Connecticut Cannabis Ombudsman Erin Gorman Kirk mentioned in a podcast and CT News Junkie … [Read more...] about Ayr Wellness Affirms Continued Presence in Connecticut Despite Sell-Off Buzz
