WOODBRIDGE, CT — In a tale that smells more like a stoner sitcom than suburban crime, police in Woodbridge stumbled upon a group of teens after following the unmistakable scent of marijuana near Woodfield Road. Officers approached a suspiciously parked car in the woods, prompting a classic scatter-and-dash from its youthful occupants. But while most fled into the trees, one … [Read more...] about Woodbridge Weed Woes: The Shed That Solved a Crime
Connecticut
Smoke Signals: East Haven Shop Gets Burned by the State
In a turn of events that probably made a bong cough, the State of Connecticut just laid the legal smackdown on an East Haven smoke shop to the tune of $5 million. Yes, million—with an “M.” The Attorney General’s office confirmed that the shop was peddling cannabis products like it was still 2019, blissfully ignoring the fact that adult-use cannabis is regulated, licensed, and … [Read more...] about Smoke Signals: East Haven Shop Gets Burned by the State
Green Thumb Opens 22nd RISE Dispensary in Florida, 104th Nationwide
Green Thumb Industries Inc. (GTI) has expanded its retail presence with the opening of RISE Dispensary Ocala, its 22nd location in Florida and 104th nationwide. The new dispensary, located at 3873 SW College Road, opens on April 29, 2025, offering a range of cannabis products from GTI's award-winning brands, such as RYTHM, Dogwalkers, &Shine, Good Green, and Doctor Solomon’s.A … [Read more...] about Green Thumb Opens 22nd RISE Dispensary in Florida, 104th Nationwide
Top Connecticut Officials Take a Stand Against Illegal Cannabis Sales
In a concerted effort to combat the rise of illegal cannabis sales in Connecticut, top state officials have intensified their crackdown on unauthorized marijuana distribution. Connecticut has seen significant growth in its legal cannabis market since the state legalized recreational marijuana in 2021. However, the rise in illegal sales has been a growing concern for regulators … [Read more...] about Top Connecticut Officials Take a Stand Against Illegal Cannabis Sales
Wallingford Teen Charged with Intent to Sell
An 18-year-old Wallingford resident is facing multiple charges after police discovered a significant amount of marijuana during a routine traffic stop.On the evening of April 25, officers from the Wallingford Police Department pulled over a vehicle for motor vehicle violations. During the stop, police said they found evidence suggesting the driver was involved in marijuana … [Read more...] about Wallingford Teen Charged with Intent to Sell
Smoke Shops Under Fire: Connecticut Cracks Down on Illegal Cannabis Sales
Connecticut authorities are intensifying efforts to curb illegal cannabis sales, targeting unlicensed smoke shops and convenience stores across the state. This crackdown aims to protect public health, ensure compliance with state regulations, and support the legal cannabis market.Statewide Enforcement ActionsIn Stamford, a coordinated operation involving local and state … [Read more...] about Smoke Shops Under Fire: Connecticut Cracks Down on Illegal Cannabis Sales
4/20 with Burn N Learn: The Drive, The Smoke, The Madness
By The Guy That Should Never Be Handed a MegaPhone Getting there felt like bending time in my beat-up TIE Fighter—windows down, subwoofers rattling like blaster fire, and a trunk full of good intentions and rolling papers. I was hyperspeeding through Connecticut backroads, dodging potholes like asteroids, chasing that sacred 4/20 energy. Somewhere between Nowhere and … [Read more...] about 4/20 with Burn N Learn: The Drive, The Smoke, The Madness
Q&A with Connecticut’s first licensed cannabis cultivator
Connecticut was the 17th state to join the country-wide movement to legalize cannabis in 2012. Watertown’s Theraplant was the first of the original four licensed cannabis cultivators in the state, having begun medical use in 2014. Chief Executive Officer David Goldburg reflects here on the progress Theraplant has made since he became CEO in January 2024.1. What are the biggest … [Read more...] about Q&A with Connecticut’s first licensed cannabis cultivator
Connecticut Cannabis Industry Faces Rising Costs Amid Tariffs on Chinese Imports
Connecticut's cannabis sector is bracing for increased operational costs due to heightened tariffs on Chinese imports. These tariffs, imposed by the Trump administration, affect essential components like lighting, HVAC systems, and retail fixtures, which are predominantly sourced from China.Although Connecticut mandates that cannabis be cultivated and sold within the state, … [Read more...] about Connecticut Cannabis Industry Faces Rising Costs Amid Tariffs on Chinese Imports
CT Cops Say Weed Laws Tie Their Hands—Lawmakers Push Back
Connecticut lawmakers are currently engaged in a heated debate over proposed legislation that would allow police officers to stop drivers solely for smoking marijuana while operating a vehicle. This discussion arises amidst concerns about road safety and the challenges of enforcing impaired driving laws in the wake of cannabis legalization.Law Enforcement's PerspectivePolice … [Read more...] about CT Cops Say Weed Laws Tie Their Hands—Lawmakers Push Back
