People stand in line at the Affinity Health and Wellness dispensary on Whalley Avenue in New Haven before the opening time on the first day of recreational cannabis sales Jan. 10. NEW HAVEN — The city’s only dispensary, Affinity Health and Wellness, which also has a retail cannabis component at its current site, is looking to move to a bigger location, a month after … [Read more...] about New Haven cannabis retailer eyes move to bigger location in Amity Plaza
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Is Theraplant Failing?
Could it be over for Theraplant? Theraplant, a medical cannabis producer is in major financial trouble. The company has been struggling to make sales and convert their product markets. Their reliance on sales has been a major issue as they have not had enough customers to meet their revenue goals. To try to solve this problem, the company recently announced four new … [Read more...] about Is Theraplant Failing?
Curaleaf and Russian Money
Roman Abramovichs investments are making waves in the cannabis industry. He is one of the most influential financiers and has recently made hefty acquisitions in the company Curaleaf, which is now one of the largest cannabis companies. The billionaire founder's money has been tracked by investigative website Forensic News who reported that Abramovich is now the largest … [Read more...] about Curaleaf and Russian Money
Adult-Use Cannabis and Medical Marijuana Sales Surpass $13.3 million in January
New data from the Department of Consumer Protection is available at ct.gov/cannabis HARTFORD — The Department of Consumer Protection announced today that new preliminary data shows combined sales for adult-use cannabis and medical marijuana totaled more than $13.3 million for the period from Jan. 10, 2023, to Jan. 31, 2023. The adult-use market recorded $5.1 million in sales … [Read more...] about Adult-Use Cannabis and Medical Marijuana Sales Surpass $13.3 million in January
Controversial Cannabis Store Coming to Boston Post Road
OLD SAYBROOK A controversial plan to open a cannabis shop on Boston Post Road has gained approval from the Zoning Commission — but not without a lengthy list of conditions. At its meeting on Feb. 6, the commission approved an application from Fine Fettle Dispensary to open a retail marijuana store at 233 Boston Post Road. The bid to open the store had been a source of … [Read more...] about Controversial Cannabis Store Coming to Boston Post Road
CT Cannabis Taxes Are Like A Savage With A Knife In His Teeth
The legal cannabis market in Connecticut is under serious threat from the high taxes that are being placed on the product. It’s only a matter of time before the current tax structure on cannabis in Connecticut kills the legal market like a savage with a knife in his teeth. State lawmakers have a tax rate of up to 20 percent on retail cannabis sales, which would make it one … [Read more...] about CT Cannabis Taxes Are Like A Savage With A Knife In His Teeth
Retail cannabis could find home in East Haven after moratorium ends
EAST HAVEN — Commerical districts along two major town roads could become the future home of cannabis retailers looking to set up shop in town, according to a new set of proposed regulations. The Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted an application proposing to amend its regulations and adopt an "Adult Use Cannabis Retail District," which would function as floating zones … [Read more...] about Retail cannabis could find home in East Haven after moratorium ends
Connecticut Locals Protest Cannabis Facility Near Schools
Local news station WFSB reports that the facility, which is being built in New Britain, Connecticut, will be “close to five schools, some of which are less than a mile away.” Locals in New Britain are concerned about that proximity, citing the expected odor from the new cultivation center. “How should we explain to our children who want to play outside what that smell is? How … [Read more...] about Connecticut Locals Protest Cannabis Facility Near Schools
PTSD… There’s Hope.
Marijuana Can Help Treat PTSD: Here's HowMarijuana is often thought of as a recreational drug, but new research suggests that it may also have therapeutic benefits for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to a study published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, marijuana may help reduce symptoms of PTSD in some patients.What is PTSD?PTSD is an acronym … [Read more...] about PTSD… There’s Hope.
The Influence of Pot Strength on User Perception
It's no secret that the potency of marijuana can vary significantly from one strain to the next. But what does this mean for the user? How does the strength of the pot affect the user's perception?There are a variety of pot strengths to choose from when you are purchasing cannabis. Each pot strength has a different effect on the user. Some people prefer to use a lower pot … [Read more...] about The Influence of Pot Strength on User Perception
