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Episode 46 NEC News Today

Trouble in CT, NH hears legalization proposals, Beacon Hill bills, RI cannabis commission on its way

January 27, 2023
On this episode: Patients in Connecticut are noticing product shortages as lawmakers propose to rollback adult-use sales, New Hampshire is...
Lawmakers propose changes to cannabis law in Connecticut

Republican officials in CT look to rollback adult-use cannabis

January 26, 2023
As of January 10th, Connecticut started recreational cannabis sales, but some Republican lawmakers have already started introducing bills to roll...
Cannabis bills filed at Massachusetts state house

Dozens of cannabis bills submitted on Beacon Hill

January 26, 2023
Several bills to reform laws around cannabis in Massachusetts were submitted before the deadline to sponsor legislation last week. The...
Springfield New England Gene Traders event

Gene traders holds genetics and cultivation event February 5th in Springfield

January 26, 2023
An upcoming event in Springfield Massachusetts this February might be worth looking into if you are a cannabis enthusiast who...
New Hampshire House looks at cannabis legalization bills

New Hampshire holds hearings on cannabis legalization

January 26, 2023
As another legislative session begins the state of New Hampshire is already looking at a number of bills that would...
Patients face some supply issues in Connecticut cannabis roll-out

Connecticut patients notice medical cannabis shortages

January 25, 2023
Less than a month after the recreational sale of cannabis started in Connecticut WTNH reports that medical some medical cannabis...
Governor Dan McKee set to release cannabis Commission names soon

Rhode Island cannabis commission announcement coming soon

January 25, 2023
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee went on 12 News WPRI and had an interview conducted by reporter Kim Kalunian. She...
Editorial seeks lower cannabis taxes

Worcester Business Journal asks for lower cannabis taxes

January 25, 2023
An editorial was published in the Worcester Business Journal recently titled, “Lower the Mass. cannabis tax rates”. The Business Journal...
Better Business Journal publishes warning about fake dispensary scams

BBB warns New England about cannabis scams

January 25, 2023
The Better Business Bureau has published information on their website to help cannabis consumers and patients avoid dispensary scams, which...
Episode 45 NEC News Today

CT sold $2 million in a week, Healey evaluates pardon path, Wells reconsiders cap, Infused margarita

January 20, 2023
On this episode: Connecticut dispensaries sold $2 million worth of product in the first week, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is...
Cannabis Infused Watermelon Cannarita

REVIEW: Cannabis Infused Watermelon Cannarita (Margarita Mocktail)

January 20, 2023
At the time of writing this review, New England is in the throes of winter and under a winter weather...
Massachusetts Governor evaluates cannabis pardon path

Massachusetts Governor evaluates cannabis pardon path

January 19, 2023
Before winning the 2022 race for Governor in Massachusetts Maura Healey pledged on the campaign trail to pardon state-level cannabis...
Maine town changes their mind on limiting dispensaries

Wells Maine changes course on their cannabis cap

January 19, 2023
Officials in Wells Maine have revised their plan to limit the number of dispensaries allowed in town. Weeks ago officials...

Cannmenus helps cannabis consumers find the lowest prices

January 19, 2023
If you’re shopping for cannabis it can be frustrating to try and determine whether the dispensaries in your area offer...
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Connecticut cannabis sales reach $2 million in first week

January 18, 2023
According to reporting from NBC Connecticut data from the Department of Consumer Protection shows that dispensaries sold quite a bit...
CommCan announces relocation

CommCan plans to close Southborough medical dispensary

January 18, 2023
CommCan President Ellen Rosenfeld sent a letter to Southborough Town Administrator Mark Purple on December 30, 2022 informing the town...

Tiny Trap Concert returns with one year anniversary celebration

January 18, 2023
Traveling concert series Tiny Trap Concerts has planned a special event planned in February to celebrate their one year anniversary....
Episode 44 NEC News Today

Connecticut rec sales start, VT doctors strike back, Lantern goes dark, Equity board members chosen

January 13, 2023
On this episode: Connecticut officially launches adult-use cannabis sales, Vermont doctors are urging legislators to keep THC caps in place,...
Connecticut recreational cannabis sales officially start

Connecticut launches adult-use cannabis sales

January 12, 2023
On January 10th Connecticut became the fifth New England state to launch adult-use cannabis sales. Seven dispensaries opened their doors...
TSA finds cannabis candle in Boston luggage

TSA sniffs out “cannabis candle” found at Logan airport

January 12, 2023
A spokesman for TSA New England published a tweet highlighting that a unique item was discovered in Boston. The tweet...
NH group holding cannabis event in Manchester

NH group hosts cannabis networking and legislative kick-off event Jan 23rd

January 12, 2023
The New Hampshire Cannabis Association is throwing an event on January 23rd for individuals to unveil a new bill that...
Five named to Massachusetts cannabis society equity advisory board

Officials choose five to lead cannabis equity advisory board

January 11, 2023
The makeup of the cannabis social equity advisory board has been revealed by Massachusetts officials. Keisha Brice, Chris Fevry, Meaka...
Maine cannabis sales break record in 2022

Maine saw record breaking cannabis sales in 2022

January 11, 2023
Maine’s adult-use cannabis industry may be new but it’s growing fast according to new figures released by the state’s Office...
Physicians want THC caps on concentrates to remain in place

Vermont physicians fight to keep THC caps in place

January 11, 2023
A coalition of physicians in Vermont is pushing back on a recent recommendation sent to the legislature from from the...
Lantern delivery will shut down by the end of January 2023

Lantern delivery platform will go dark at the end of January

January 11, 2023
Officials from cannabis e-commerce marketplace and home delivery platform Lantern have announced that the company will wind down operations at...
Episode 43 NEC News Today

End the THC caps, NECANN nominations, New CT Social Equity Council Chair, Weed breathalyzer

January 6, 2023
On this episode: Vermont regulators are planning to ask lawmakers to lift THC caps for cannabis concentrates, NECANN Boston’s 2023...
Good Chemistry LSD Flower

REVIEW: LSD Strain by Good Chemistry Massachusetts

January 5, 2023
This week I sought out a strain known for its heady and psychedelic high. When searching for such a strain...
Holistic Industries launching CANNACEUTICA in Massachusetts

Holistic Industries creates cannabis capsule designed to help with chronic pain

January 5, 2023
A capsule called CANNACEUTICA developed by a team of PhD scientists is the latest innovation from cannabis company Holistic Industries....
Regulators ask legislature to remove cannabis concentrate caps

Vermont cannabis regulators urge lawmakers to lift THC caps

January 5, 2023
After successfully launching adult-use cannabis sales in 2022 the Vermont Cannabis Control Board is asking the legislature to reconsider potency...
2023 New England Cannabis Community Award Nominations

2023 NECANN Boston Cannabis Community Award nominations due January 10th

January 5, 2023
NECANN is preparing to host its annual New England Cannabis Convention in Boston between Friday, March 10th and 12th at...
Device aims to help measure THC impairment

THC breathalyzer is being developed in Massachusetts

January 4, 2023
A biomedical company in Bedford is using technology originally designed to ensure that astronauts on the International Space Station have...
Massachusetts pandemic-era cannabis policies extended until February 2023

CCC extends pandemic era cannabis policies to Feb 9th

January 4, 2023
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission held their final meeting of 2022 at the end of December with a limited agenda....
Connecticut announces new Social Equity Council Chair

Governor appoints Paul Robertson to Chair Connecticut Social Equity Council

January 4, 2023
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has appointed Paul O. Robertson as Chair of the Social Equity Council to fill the vacancy...
Trulieve resolves OSHA investigation

Trulieve reaches settlement with OSHA

January 4, 2023
Trulieve has reached a settlement with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration following an investigation into the death of one...
NEC News Today Episode 42

Two CT cannabis officials resign, Question lab results, Infused hot cocoa, Dispensary #6 opens in RI

December 23, 2022
On this episode: Two Connecticut cannabis officials will be departing from their roles, different testing methods for cannabis raises doubts...
Tropical Sunrise Rosin Infused Gummies

REVIEW: Tropical Sunrise Rosin Infused Gummies from Harbor House Collective

December 23, 2022
This week I wanted to review an edible infused with rosin. After some research, I found an old favorite of...
Differing cannabis lab techniques contribute to range of test results

Differing test methods raises doubts about accuracy

December 22, 2022
Mandatory lab testing of cannabis is a cornerstone of most state programs that have legalized the sale of marijuana. Patients...
Two Connecticut officials step down from cannabis roles

Two Connecticut officials have decided to leave cannabis roles

December 22, 2022
Two officials from Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection have announced their plans to step down following the announcement that recreational...
Dispensary donations never happened, report finds

Connecticut groups never saw donations from cannabis companies

December 22, 2022
An investigation by the Accountability Project at Connecticut Public Broadcasting shows that many of charities identified by dispensaries to make...
Cannabis consumption site proposed for North Adams

Company wants to open cannabis consumption site in North Adams

December 21, 2022
Owners of a proposed cannabis dispensary in the city of North Adams have also expressed an interest in opening a...
Rhode Island's sixth cannabis dispensary opens

Sweetspot becomes Rhode Island’s 6th hybrid dispensary

December 21, 2022
Earlier this year Sweetspot started offering home delivery of medical cannabis to patients living in Rhode Island. The business operated...
Cannabis hot chocolate in Massachusetts

Cannabis hot cocoa for a cold day now in Massachusetts

December 21, 2022
Residents in New England can expect to bundle up inside their homes while the cold and stormy winter season is...
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