The selectmen hear a concern from the Farmington Downtown Association, prompting them to consider restricting further the possibility of marijuana businesses operating downtown.
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Two Maine men sentenced to prison in federal marijuana conspiracy case
They conspired to illegally manufacture, package and distribute marijuana from a facility in Waldo County, according to the U.S. attorney.
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Protesters rally at State House as lawmakers seek solution to ban on CBD products
More than 100 people turn out to protest the state’s removal order, and Democratic Rep. Craig Hickman of Winthrop introduces a bill to legalize sales of cannabidiol in Maine.
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Maine Supreme Court affirms right of Fairfield landlord to evict medical marijuana patient
The court opinion, however, doesn’t answer the larger question posed by the case — of whether federal law pre-empts state medical marijuana law.
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Titans of beer industry betting on drinks containing cannabis
Big brewers increase their investments in marijuana producers as part of a push to revive lagging sales, but the strategy comes with risks.
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Lawmakers consider sealing, erasing records of past cannabis convictions
Four Maine legislators are pursuing bills to clear some convictions for marijuana possession that today would be legal.
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Auburn marijuana ordinance would allow — and limit — adult-use stores
AUBURN — A draft marijuana ordinance would allow recreational marijuana stores and other related businesses in the city, but would set caps on how many could be operating at a time. The ordinance sets a proposed cap on businesses at 10 — five for recreational or adult-use shops, and five for medical marijuana retail stores. […]
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Marijuana dispensaries’ big donations to Mills inaugural have caregivers crying foul
Three dispensaries, combined, had donated nearly 20 percent of the money collected to usher in the new governor as of Dec. 22.
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In Oregon, another bumper crop of pot
Farmers have produced so much that it’s creating pressure for growers and reduced prices for consumers.
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Lack of mandated testing could expose cannabis users to toxins
The state is hammering out testing requirements for marijuana products, but until it does, it’s buyer beware.