Cannabis is even good for your butt (August 19th – 2018)

THE GROW

Proposed Newburyport pot-growing site purchased for $8.6M (Newburyport News)

THE SLOW

THE WHOA

DEA Wants More Marijuana Grown And Fewer Opioids Produced In 2019. Really. (Forbes)

FEATURED

Another twist for legal pot (CommonWealth magazine)

Keep up on the Massachusetts regulations and Cannabis Control Commission developments on the CCC public documents page, and explore the contours of the law with DigBoston’s KNOW THE REGS series:

 

Framingham

Taxpayers Voted For Marijuana; City Council, Framingham Mayor Need To Listen When …(Framingham Source)

Haverhill

Haverhill Council Subcommittee OKs Downtown Marijuana Zoning (WHAV News)

Holyoke

Marijuana money sparks dispute between Holyoke councilors (MassLive.com)

Campaign donations from marijuana officials to Holyoke councilors revisited (MassLive)

Lee

Special permit in hand, Lee pot shop now just awaits state OK (Berkshire Eagle)

Leominster

City Council considers two plans for marijuana zoning (Leominster Champion)

Lynn

Lynn’s first medical marijuana facility and recreational pot shop set to open this fall(Daily Item)

Newburyport

Newburyport weed cultivation spot bought (NewburyportNews.com)

Old Saybrook

2nd Marijuana Dispensary Site Approved in Old Saybrook (Zip06.com)

Peabody

Marijuana will have to wait in Peabody (Daily Item)

Plymouth

Triple M to Begin Selling Recreational Pot at Plymouth Location(CapeCod.com)

Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission approves licenses for retail shops in Plymouth … (MassLive)

Shelburne

Chemist urges caution and controls for emerging cannabis products(Shelburne News)

Springfield

Springfield city council creates rec shop committee (MassLive)

Wareham

State OKs Wareham retail marijuana license (Wicked Local)

Wareham medical marijuana dispensary awarded recreational license(Wareham Week)

Retail pot shops sought in Wareham, Plymouth (SouthCoastToday.com)

Westfield

Next marijuana growing class set for Kelly’s Home & Garden in Westfield(MassLive)

Worcester

Worcester marijuana license seekers get in line (Worcester Telegram)

CONNECTICUT

Laced ‘K2’ Synthetic Marijuana Cited In New Haven Green Mass Overdose(Hartford Courant)

46 people overdosed at a New Haven park from synthetic marijuana(Boston.com)

Overdose total hits 76 in Connecticut park near Yale (Boston.com)

MAINE

ME pageant winner stripped of title for weed (Herb.com)

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Marijuana is topic; awareness, discussion the aim (Keene Sentinel)

NEW JERSEY

NJ marijuana legalization: Is legal weed, medical marijuana OK at NJ Colleges? (Asbury park Press)

NEW YORK

Former New York Giants star wants to open a medical marijuana dispensary(NJ.com)

VERMONT

Will Weed Tourism Take Off in Vermont? (Business Insurance)

 

HEADLINE OF THE WEEK

Sacramento Launches Social Equity Program for Local Cannabis Industry

(Marijuana Moment)

FEATURED

UMass researchers say cannabis could help treat irritable bowel diseases

Cannabis Chemistry Networking Event Boston

  • WHAT “The Cannabis Chemistry subdivision (CANN) of the American Chemical Society (ACS) is hosting a networking event to connect research, academic, and industry professionals in the field of cannabis science.”
  • WHEN: Tuesday, August 21
  • WHERE: Lucky’s Lounge, Boston, MA

MassCann/NORML Medical Marijuana Committee Meeting

  • WHAT: “This Meeting is a gathering of MassCann/NORML Directors and MC/N MMJ Commitee Members to discuss Policy, Select additional members of the MC/N MMJ Commitee, and to complete MC/N MMJ Comm Member Surveys on the Status and Updates to Regulations regarding Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts.”
  • WHEN: Tuesday, August 21
  • WHERE: One Beacon Street, Boston

Puff, Pass & Paint Boston – 21+ 420-friendly painting class!

  • WHAT: “2-hour Puff, Pass & Paint class – all art supplies included; 420-friendly, BYOC (bring your own cannabis!)/BYOB, 21 +; non-refundable/non-transferable.”
  • WHEN: Saturday, August 25
  • WHERE: EXACT ADDRESS GIVEN AFTER TICKET PURCHASE, Medford

Medical Cannabis Information Series: New Bedford

  • WHAT: “Are you, or someone you know, interested in getting a Medical Cannabis Patient Card? You are invited to participate in the Medical Cannabis: Access and Choice Informational Session to discuss the benefits and how to become a Medical Cannabis patient in the Medical Use of Marijuana Program in Massachusetts, and ways you can find relief.”
  • WHEN: Sunday, August 26
  • WHERE: Waypoint Event Center/ Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites New Bedford, New Bedford

The Great New England Marijuana Accessories Swap Meet

  • WHAT: “This event is for you! Come to swap/trade/sell pipes/bongs and other marijuana accessories you’d like to pass on to other 420 friendly people. Or just come to find a new piece to add to your collection. Be there to enjoy great food, drink, and music and hang with like-minded new and old friends.”
  • WHEN: Sunday, August 26
  • WHERE: Damn Yankees BBQ & TAVERN,920 Main St, Holyoke

Explore | Future of Medical Cannabis Research

  • WHAT: “Join the Massachusetts Patient Advocacy Alliance as we all gather for an event on medical cannabis research that will include hearing from cannabis research license applicants and experts.”
  • WHEN: Tuesday, August 28
  • WHERE: WeWork One Beacon Street, Boston

Explore | Future of Medical Cannabis Research

  • WHAT: “Join the Massachusetts Patient Advocacy Alliance as we all gather for an event on medical cannabis research that will include hearing from cannabis research license applicants and experts.”
  • WHEN: Tues, August 28
  • WHERE: WeWork, 1 Beacon Street, 15th Floor, Boston

Threshold | Cannabis Innovations & Economic Opportunity

  • WHAT: Threshold will host an event covering all the new innovations and economic opportunities possible as retail adult use sales begin in Massachusetts. Join an all star panel as we embark on a discussion on where the industry is today and where it is going tomorrow.
  • WHEN: Thu, August 30
  • WHERE: CIC Boston, 50 Milk Street, 20th Floor, Boston

Medical Cannabis Information Series: Chicopee

  • WHAT: “Are you, or someone you know, interested in getting a Medical Cannabis Patient Card? You are invited to participate in the Medical Cannabis: Access and Choice Informational Session to discuss the benefits and how to become a Medical Cannabis patient in the Medical Use of Marijuana Program in Massachusetts, and ways you can find relief. This event is hosted by MedWell Health & Wellness Centers with staff from a local Medical Cannabis Dispensary joining to speak and answer questions.”
  • WHEN: Friday, September 14
  • WHERE: Hampton Inn, Chicopee

 

That Cannabis Show

  • WHAT: “Whether you’re a cannabis expert looking to expand a serious business or a cannabis-friendly citizen curious about this new sector – there’s a place for you at That Cannabis Show.”
  • WHEN: Saturday, September 15
  • WHERE: MassMutual Center, Springfield