Colchester’s first recreational cannabis dispensary opened for business last week, the 34th storefront in Connecticut selling adult-use marijuana, according to data from the state. The Harvest Corner, located at 493 Westchester Road, opened Friday as the first equity joint venture business from Torrington-based Still River Wellness. The opening marks the first location as … [Read more...] about Colchester’s first cannabis dispensary opens
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Cannabis REIT Chicago Atlantic Closes $20M Facility With Massachusetts Weed Co. That Plans To Expand In These Key Markets
Massachusetts-based integrated cannabis operator Nova Farms has received a $20 million loan facility from Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (NASDAQ:REFI).Nova Farms manages a Massachusetts cultivation farm, seven retail brands and five full-service dispensaries across the Bay State, Maine and New Jersey.It was among the first businesses to secure licenses in … [Read more...] about Cannabis REIT Chicago Atlantic Closes $20M Facility With Massachusetts Weed Co. That Plans To Expand In These Key Markets
The Weed Culture Inc.
In the hazy, tie-dyed annals of history, there existed a time when the aroma of cannabis lingered like a sweet fog over gatherings of peace-loving hippies. It was an era when joints were passed around campfires, and the mantra of "peace, love, and understanding" echoed through the air. But oh, how the times have changed! What was once a counterculture emblem of rebellion … [Read more...] about The Weed Culture Inc.
How 2 Stamford cannabis dispensaries’ approvals – and future ones – hinge on definition of ‘schools’
STAMFORD — The definition of a school could be the defining factor in whether or not two cannabis dispensary applications are approved or denied by the city's Zoning Board.The main criticism of two pending applications — one for the city's West Side and the other in the Cove neighborhood — is that each is near community centers that provide assistance or programming for area … [Read more...] about How 2 Stamford cannabis dispensaries’ approvals – and future ones – hinge on definition of ‘schools’
Two arrested after Danbury smoke shops found with pounds of marijuana, police say
DANBURY — Two people were arrested last week after several city smoke shops were found with dozens of pounds of marijuana ready for sale, officials said.Officers working with multiple state agencies took enforcement action on four local vape shops on March 27, Danbury Police Chief Patrick Ridenhour said in a news release Thursday Ridenhour said the goal of the operation was … [Read more...] about Two arrested after Danbury smoke shops found with pounds of marijuana, police say
Psychedelics Reform Update: Missouri’s $10M Budget, Maine’s & Maryland’s Study Groups, Oregon’s Re-Crim And More
State-level psychedelics policy reform keeps moving forward throughout the U.S. Below is a recap of the moves that took place in the past three weeks (see the previous recap.) Missouri: Controversial budget proposal HB 2010 received final approval by the state's House on April 5, a day after it was reported to the Senate for consideration, where it already … [Read more...] about Psychedelics Reform Update: Missouri’s $10M Budget, Maine’s & Maryland’s Study Groups, Oregon’s Re-Crim And More
Black market cannabis thrives in California despite legalization
Department of Cannabis Control detectives, with Long Beach law enforcement, prepare to serve a search warrant on an unlicensed marijuana store in Long Beach, Calif., on March 5, 2024. Last year California's Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce served more than 300 search warrants on unlicensed operations in the state. A funny thing happened on the way to cannabis legalization: … [Read more...] about Black market cannabis thrives in California despite legalization
Central CT town puts the brakes on plans for more marijuana. Here’s why.
The vacant shop at 12 Seneca Road in Bloomfield where a cannabis retailer proposed opening a store. The town rejected the idea last month saying the site is too close to the town center.After public blowback to a proposed cannabis store in the center of town, Bloomfield is taking a six-month timeout from considering new marijuana-related businesses.“The goal of this is not to … [Read more...] about Central CT town puts the brakes on plans for more marijuana. Here’s why.
Puff, Puff, Pass: Connecticut Sends Digital Smoke Signals To Stock Up On Weed!
I never thought I'd see the day...So, picture this: I'm lounging in the digital jungles of social media, just casually scrolling through the feeds, when suddenly, a buzz starts building. People are talking, tweeting, and sharing something peculiar – an email from none other than the Department of Consumer Protection. Now, normally, you'd expect official government emails to be … [Read more...] about Puff, Puff, Pass: Connecticut Sends Digital Smoke Signals To Stock Up On Weed!
Stamford school board urges Zoning Board to reject 2 cannabis dispensaries near youth centers
STAMFORD — Many have spoken out against new proposals to bring two more cannabis dispensaries to Stamford, and now the city's Board of Education has weighed in.In an unusual move, the board issued a symbolic vote Tuesday night expressing their collective disapproval of the two cannabis dispensary applications — one for the city's West Side and the other in the Cove neighborhood … [Read more...] about Stamford school board urges Zoning Board to reject 2 cannabis dispensaries near youth centers