New York lawmakers agree to legalize recreational marijuana

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Published
March 28, 2021

New York lawmakers agree to legalize recreational marijuana

New York lawmakers have finalized an agreement to legalize recreational marijuana sales to adults over the age of 21.
Published
March 19, 2021

Medical cannabis studies ramp up, offering hope to some opioid users

Some researchers believe cannabis can help wean prescription opioid users off the addictive and potentially deadly drugs. Others aren't so sure.
Published
March 1, 2021

Cannabis version of Shipyard’s Pumpkinhead ale to launch in Maine

The upcoming product launch stems from a partnership between Novel Beverage of Scarborough and Portland's Shipyard Brewing Co.
Published
February 14, 2021

Maine employers ease off testing as cannabis sales soar

Large employers such as Bath Iron Works and MaineHealth no longer test workers for the active ingredient in marijuana unless safety needs or federal rules require it.
Published
February 10, 2021

Gardiner gives initial approval to cannabis testing lab

The Massachusetts-based MCR Labs must also secure state approvals from the Office of Marijuana Policy and the Center for Disease Control as well as a business license from the Gardiner City Council.
Published
February 5, 2021

Maine lawmaker proposes more flexible review of cannabis-related advertising

The bill from Rep. Colleen Madigan, D-Waterville, would strengthen the appeal process for businesses found in violation of marijuana marketing rules, including rules meant to prevent targeting ads to minors.
Published
February 2, 2021

Woolwich approves first recreational marijuana greenhouse

Some residents are concerned about traffic and crime.
Published
January 25, 2021

Portland’s first licensed adult-use cannabis testing lab opens

Nova Analytic Labs is the second adult-use marijuana lab in Maine, joining Nelson Analytical in Kennebunk.
Published
January 20, 2021

Recreational pot greenhouse may set roots in Woolwich

Woolwich Selectmen will hold a hearing on Feb. 1 on Seagrass's proposed cultivation facility at 46 Sam Moore Road.
Published
January 18, 2021

State says South Portland cannabis seller’s mermaid logo is against the rules

The Maine Office of Marijuana Policy says SeaWeed's use of a mermaid image runs afoul of rules designed to inhibit underage use.