Since Maine legalized marijuana, more and more pipemakers are openly plying their trade even though a strict interpretation of federal statute still deems their wares illegal to sell.
Marijuana legalization
Posted inNew England
Massachusetts regulators approve 2 marijuana-testing labs
The lack of licensed labs was one of several factors that have delayed the rollout of retail pot sales.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
For Maine’s marijuana industry, security’s still high-risk
Largely shut out of federally regulated banking options, the lucrative medical pot marketplace in Maine – ‘a very soft target’ – presents some safety challenges for dispensaries, caregivers and growers in a field with few protections in place.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Former Maine drug agent steps into an unlikely role
The security consultant and courier is still fighting crime – but now it’s from inside the legal marijuana industry.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Maine Cannabis Report, News
Hallowell ordinance would limit pot shops in downtown
The city’s Marijuana Task Force unveils its plan for where adult-use marijuana establishments could sprout up in Hallowell.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: California crash amplifies need to have reliable pot tests for drivers
Several methods have already been developed, but researchers should keep working on finding a better way to test for intoxication.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
First year of Nevada marijuana sales exceeds expectations
Tax revenue from the state’s pot sales are surpassing expectations and will send $25 million in new funding to schools.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, New England
Cannabis legalization in New England a slow burn
In Massachusetts, retail sales can start July 1 but no stores have been licensed yet due to community resistance and lack of marijuana testing facilities.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Legislature maps the landscape for legal marijuana growers, sellers in Maine
The measures governing adult recreational use and medical marijuana, if they become law, also would change how people manufacture and consume all forms of cannabis.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Maine House and Senate approve sweeping reform of medical marijuana bill
The legislation, which must be enacted by both chambers before going to the governor, would overhaul the caregiver system, letting those operations expand their businesses in exchange for more state oversight.