The execution of the search warrant came after a judge ordered Simple Twist Cannabis Co. to close and pay thousands in civil penalties for its lack of licenses.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News, Politics
How a former lawmaker grew weed with alleged Chinese crime groups in rural Maine
A web of shell companies and illegal grows allegedly linked to Chinese organized crime traces its start to one former Democratic legislator, his cannabis consulting business, and his chain of central Maine dispensaries.
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Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, Schools & Education
Stakeholder committee will work on Livermore Falls Cannabis Ordinance updates
Cannabis business owners will have a lawyer familiar with the industry draft an updated ordinance for Livermore Falls that includes adult use regulations.
Posted inBusiness, Leslie Bridgers, Maine
Another weed shop opened on Forest Ave. This is how they all survive.
There are now six cannabis shops within a mile and a half of Forest Avenue, and their owners say there’s room for all of them.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Meet the man helping Maine’s illegal weed growers get licenses
‘I would not smoke my clients’ stuff,’ said the Brooklyn man helping Chinese immigrants become caregivers, adding that he hopes to improve their practices.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Teen charged in burglary at medical marijuana store in Livermore Falls last fall
Livermore Falls police are still investigating a Dec. 30 burglary at Fish Meadow Cannabis at 93 Main St.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
Four medical cannabis licenses renewed in Livermore Falls
An investigation into the smell from Fish Meadow Cannabis was requested as there had been some complaints by community members.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Farmington board approves transfer of medical cannabis license
Farmington selectmen also announced there will be no board meeting on Dec. 24. The next meeting will be Jan. 14, 2025.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Maine’s recalls of moldy cannabis prompt questions on state testing standards
On the heels of back-to-back-to-back recalls, industry members are calling for an examination of the state’s standards for yeast and mold, which they say are simultaneously too tight and too broad.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine regulators increase audits of recreational cannabis after 3rd recall in 2 months
The Maine Office of Cannabis Policy has released little information about the recalls, including which yeasts and molds were found in samples, contamination levels, and how the products made it onto shelves after passing initial tests.