Green Thumb Industries Inc., a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries, announced it received principal and cash interest payments related to a prior loan to Cansortium Inc. Following Cansortium’s recent financing, Green Thumb received approximately $23 million of principal plus 13% accrued interest, adding to its Q3 ending cash … [Read more...] about Green Thumb Industries Receives Repayments on Cansortium Loan
Connecticut
Connecticut moves to finalize legal pot regulations
John Gervasoni of Cheshire was among Shangri-La's first customers when it opened last week. The state Department of Consumer Protection currently limits transactions to a half of an ounce of raw cannabis flower or the equivalent for other products per transaction. There are no limits on how many recreational purchases someone can make in a single day. Steve Bigham … [Read more...] about Connecticut moves to finalize legal pot regulations
Smoke shop owners sue Connecticut governor, officials over hemp law
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong shows some of the recently-seized illegal delta-8 products during a press conference at the Stamford Police Department in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Stamford CBD shops Zaza Smoke Shop II, Breeze Smoke Shop and World's Exotic Smoke Shop were raided for illegal delta-8 THC products and will be charged in civil court for … [Read more...] about Smoke shop owners sue Connecticut governor, officials over hemp law
Connecticut moves to finalize legal pot regulations
HARTFORD – State officials are moving to finally adopt regulations for the recreational cannabis market nearly two years after legal sales commenced in Connecticut. The retail market has been operating under an interim set of policies and procedures that the 2021 state law that legalized the adult-use of cannabis authorized the state Department of Consumer Protection to adopt … [Read more...] about Connecticut moves to finalize legal pot regulations
The Turkey’s Toke: A Thanksgiving in the Grip of the Green Leaf
Well, it’s that time of year again—the one where the national myth of "gratitude" is paraded around, wrapped in a suffocating blanket of mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and a grotesquely overcooked turkey. And what better way to ease the tension of a family gathering where political discussions are inevitable and your cousin is too damn loud than with a proper smoke? Yes, … [Read more...] about The Turkey’s Toke: A Thanksgiving in the Grip of the Green Leaf
Maine’s recalls of moldy cannabis prompt questions on state testing standards
A series of cannabis recalls in short succession has industry members questioning the effectiveness of Maine’s cannabis testing protocols. Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy issued its first recall for contaminated recreational products in September. Two more recalls and one expansion swiftly followed suit and more are expected as the office ramps up auditing. All of the recalls … [Read more...] about Maine’s recalls of moldy cannabis prompt questions on state testing standards
Bring The Greens
Breaking News; Dispensary Openings; Legal Wrangling; Cannabis Licensing
New! Proximity Protected Location Map (From data.ny.gov) Introducing the Legal Online Cannabis Activities Locator (LOCAL) Map! September 29, 2024 – OCM has introduced a new mapping tool for searching out Adult-Use, MicroBusiness, Medical Dispensaries, and Coming Soon (in the same categories). The map is easy to use, and has a wealth of information. You can access information … [Read more...] about Breaking News; Dispensary Openings; Legal Wrangling; Cannabis Licensing
Former CT consumer protection official outlines plan for ‘high-end’ cannabis dispensary in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN — A former state Department of Consumer Protection commissioner will be seeking approval to open an “extremely high-end” and “bougie” hybrid cannabis shop in the old Woolworth’s building. Wallingford attorney Gerald Farrell Jr. spoke about the plan during Wednesday’s Downtown Business District meeting. He has partnered with Wallingford developer Dominick DeMartino, … [Read more...] about Former CT consumer protection official outlines plan for ‘high-end’ cannabis dispensary in Middletown
Trulieve Opening 2 New Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., announced the opening of new medical cannabis dispensaries in Dania Beach and Spring Hill, Fla. Grand opening celebrations will be held at both locations starting at 9 a.m. on Nov. 22, featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education … [Read more...] about Trulieve Opening 2 New Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Florida
