Ground-level ozone is expected to reach unhealthy levels along the coast from Kittery through Boothbay Harbor.
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
Co-pay cuts expected to curb illness
When the Affordable Care Act kicks in, Mainers will have one less reason to avoid preventive care.
Council opens door to medical marijuana dispensary in city
PORTLAND – The City Council formally opened the door Monday to Portland’s first medical marijuana dispensary. Councilors voted unanimously to add dispensaries to the list of permitted land uses in three business zones where pharmacies and other retail stores now operate. The Northeast Patients Group plans to open a state-licensed, nonprofit dispensary in Portland in […]
Medical marijuana will be no bargain
Published July 18, 2010
Maine’s new network of medical marijuana dispensaries is expected to make the drug more accessible to disabled and ill patients.
As nonprofits, dispensaries can still make money
Legislators may need to clarify rules to keep licensed marijuana sellers from profiteering.
Marijuana price affected by fears of black market
Concerns about affordability arise as dispensary operators set prices high to prevent resale on the streets.
Portland pot dispensary site on hold, group says
At issue is whether a school near the proposed Congress Street location is licensed by the state.
Maine beer never made it through White House gate
President Obama may finally get to taste a Maine microbrew. Obama is vacationing with his family in Bar Harbor, a perfect spot to sample Bar Harbor Real Ale, Cadillac Mountain Stout and lots of other Maine-made beers. The president’s thirst for local brew made news during his last visit, when he spoke at the Portland […]
Coastal fog keeps Pingree at bay
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree didn’t make it to the Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport to greet President Obama and his family today.
It’s now easier to register as an organ donor in Maine
Unlike the former system, even donors who do not have a driver’s license can sign up at the new website.