Medical marijuana caregivers will have to get a permit in Dover-Foxcroft beyond the required state license after residents approved an ordinance to that effect Saturday.
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Posted inBangor
Glenburn residents speak out against medical marijuana greenhouse
Michael Morin-Smith, a medical marijuana caregiver, is seeking a land use permit to build and operate a 500-square-foot greenhouse 750 feet from the road at 247 Lakeview Drive.
Posted inCentral Maine
The accused ringleader of a $13M marijuana operation wants to use weed while out on bail
The Farmington man accused of running a multi-million dollar illegal pot operation is asking a federal judge to modify his bail conditions.
Posted inCentral Maine
Lewiston man sentenced to 6 years for his role in marijuana trafficking ring
Richard Daniels was a member of a ring that grew marijuana throughout Androscoggin County and distributed it under the guise of Maine’s medical program.
Posted inOlympics
In letter, USADA says it can’t change marijuana rules alone
U.S. Anti-Doping Agency leaders are pushing to further mitigate “harsh consequences” for marijuana if it’s not intentionally used to enhance performance, though they cannot unilaterally change the rules, they wrote in a letter.
Posted inNew England
Sacha Baron Cohen sues Massachusetts cannabis dispensary for using Borat likeness
Actor Sacha Baron Cohen has sued a Massachusetts cannabis dispensary he says used an image of his character Borat on a billboard without his permission, according to documents filed in the U.S. District Court in Boston.
Posted inBangor
Orono’s 1st recreational pot store clears last town hurdle
Orono’s first recreational marijuana store cleared its final town hurdle Monday night, leaving only a nod from the state before it can open
Posted inCentral Maine
Dixfield town manager charged in illegal marijuana operation has been fired
James McLamb, 29, allegedly tipped off two police officers that they were under investigation back when he served in the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office.
Posted inBusiness
Maine employers no longer require marijuana tests
Rather than marijuana use, many Maine employers are now focusing on making sure employees are not high while on the job, something experts say isn’t always easy.
Posted inNational Politics
Senate Democratic leaders unveil draft bill to legalize marijuana
The bill would erase the records of nonviolent marijuana offenders and allow those currently serving time to petition a court for resentencing.
Posted inNational Politics
Senate Democratic leaders unveil draft bill to legalize marijuana
Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer unveiled draft legislation Wednesday that would decriminalize cannabis and expunge federal sentences tied to the drug, which has been legalized in states across the country.
Posted inNews
Maine’s recreational marijuana market may see only limited growth in the new year
There are concerns that areas of Maine have already become oversaturated with marijuana shops, and there’s no evidence the black market has dissipated.
Posted inBusiness
Maine is curbing the illegal cannabis market faster than other states with recreational adult-use
New data show that about 15 percent of cannabis purchased by around 2,000 Mainers came from an adult-use store, while 64 percent was purchased from a regulated or legal source.
Posted inNation
Washington state OKs free pot as vaccine incentive
The state already lets breweries, wineries and restaurants offer free drinks in exchange for proof of vaccination. Other incentives include free sports tickets and prize money of up to $1 million.
Posted inBusiness
Maine recreational cannabis sales in July smash previous months
Retailers in Maine sold $9.4 million in adult-use cannabis products in July, which is 45 percent more than the previous month.
Posted inBusiness
Maine’s marijuana sales grew 20 percent a month in the industry’s 1st year
Economist Michael Donihue said the Maine marketplace probably can’t sustain that initial growth rate, and some consolidation can be expected.
Posted inAroostook
With 7th pot business, Presque Isle wonders if it has too many people selling weed
Councilors worry that with too many businesses in competition, the marijuana stores won’t be able to sustain their income.
Posted inMorning Update
Marijuana street / Browntail moth scourge / Russia invasion
What we’re talking about in Maine today.
Posted inPenobscot
With just 10 residents voting, Enfield rejects measure to allow weed stores
A proposal to allow recreational marijuana retailers in town has been rejected by the town of Enfield.
Posted inOpinion Contributor
Masks, tobacco and marijuana — it’s all about choice
“The art of policymaking requires officials to consider and balance countless objectives,” Michael Cianchette writes.
