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Episode 60 NEC News Today

NH revives legalization, CCC scraps pilot program, VT & ME sales grow, Beacon Hill hearing planned

May 26, 2023
CCC will no longer move forward with a pilot program for social consumption licenses, New Hampshire lawmakers attempt to revive...
On-site cannabis consumption moves one step closer to reality in Massachusetts

CCC scraps pilot program to develop a workable social consumption model

May 25, 2023
During the month of May the Cannabis Control Commission in Massachusetts had extensive discussion that spanned across two meetings on...
Lawmakers hold first cannabis hearing for 2023

First Massachusetts hearing on cannabis policy announced

May 25, 2023
With summer soon approaching the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy has announced their first hearing on cannabis policy for June...
Lawmakers attempt to pass Sununu's cannabis proposal

New Hampshire lawmakers seek to revive legal weed discussions

May 25, 2023
Despite the New Hampshire Senate voting to reject cannabis legalization some lawmakers inspired by Governor Sununu’s comments want to re-start...
Mother Earth Wellness takes down billboard after state demand

Rhode Island dispensary quickly removes billboard after warning

May 25, 2023
After Rhode Island representatives supported a bill to loosen restrictions on cannabis advertising Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket unveiled their...
Representatives vote to support cannabis criminal reform

Connecticut representatives vote to reform prior pot charges

May 25, 2023
In a vote of 138 in support and 10 in opposition the Connecticut House of Representatives supported an update to...
Adult-use cannabis sales are strong in Vermont and Maine

Vermont and Maine see strong adult-use sales

May 25, 2023
Each state in New England legalized cannabis at a different point in time including a few states that launched recreational...
Episode 59 NEC News Today

NH wont legalize, McKee’s picks to run RI pot board, Delivery begins in CT, Carbonated candy pops up

May 19, 2023
New Hampshire’s Senate votes against legalization, Rhode Island’s Governor nominates his choices to run the cannabis commission, New Hampshire now...
Poppin Candy

What will they think of next? The answer: Carbonated poppin’ cannabis candy

May 18, 2023
Green Gold Group, which produces the Muhceas brand of cannabis edibles in Massachusetts, now has another edible that is different...
New Hampshire remains the only state in New England without cannabis legalization

Sununu supports state-run cannabis after Senate denies legalization

May 18, 2023
New Hampshire’s Governor recently issued a statement outlining what kind of cannabis legalization would get his support while state senators...
Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission choices announced by Governor

Rhode Island Governor announces picks for cannabis board

May 18, 2023
Roughly one year after signing cannabis legalization into law Governor Dan McKee has announced his three picks for the Rhode...
New Hampshire unveils three year cannabis certifications

Three year certifications now available for New Hampshire patients

May 18, 2023
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services announced that the state’s medical marijuana program will now allows healthcare...
Cannabis delivery coming to Connecticut

Connecticut company ready to begin cannabis delivery

May 17, 2023
With less than six months of cannabis sales experience the state of Connecticut may be experiencing its first legal cannabis...
Sensi Night Holyoke flyer

Sensi Night May 25th in Holyoke

May 17, 2023
There’s an event taking place this weekend that will be filled with likeminded cannabis connoisseurs, brands, and live music. Sensi...
Staff member brings edible to school; student finds it

Student eats staff member’s cannabis edible, sent to hospital

May 17, 2023
A student at the Hobomock Elementary School accidentally consumed a cannabis edible that a school staff member had allegedly brought...
Representatives support reform of cannabis advertising rules

Cannabis advertising rules on path for an update in Rhode Island

May 17, 2023
A bill that would give Rhode Island cannabis dispensaries the ability to advertise their products to consumers recently cleared a...
Episode 58 NEC News Today

Worcester free car giveaway, Seeds now available, Connecticut offsite event permits, Delivery dupe

May 5, 2023
Consumers and patients can now obtain seeds from dispensaries in Massachusetts, Connecticut is looking at offsite event permits for cannabis...
Consumers and patients can buy seeds at dispensaries in Massachusetts

Cannabis seeds now available at Massachusetts dispensaries

May 4, 2023
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission announced this week that cannabis seeds are now available at dispensaries. While clones have been...
Website uses woman's home address to conduct cannabis delivery scam

Cannabis scam uses Boston family’s home address on website

May 4, 2023
A Boston resident is speaking out after several individuals have shown up on her doorstep looking for marijuana. She learned...
Offsite cannabis sales being discussed in Connecticut

Connecticut off-site cannabis event sales bill moves forward

May 4, 2023
Connecticut’s recently launched cannabis industry is already looking at ways to improve sales and provide a more consumer friendly experience....
Cannabis commission delays upsetting lawmakers

Rhode Island lawmakers frustrated with cannabis commission delays

May 4, 2023
Months have gone by and Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has still not announced his picks for the newly formed...
More students eat edibles at Boston school

Helicopters and ambulances descend on Boston as students eat edibles

May 4, 2023
In a continuing trend, more students in Boston reportedly ate cannabis edibles while at school this week. As a precaution...
Worcester dispensary giving away a free car

Worcester dispensary giving away a brand new car

May 4, 2023
A newly opened dispensary in the city of Worcester Massachusetts is settng the bar high when it comes to a...
Blue River's Salted Caramel Rosin Popping Boba with Vanilla Ice Cream

REVIEW: Infused Salted Caramel Rosin Popping Boba by Blue River

April 28, 2023
This week I wanted to try a new innovative cannabis edible product that has been making waves across the state...
Episode 57 NEC News Today

Maine’s market changes, New England’s two top weed cities, Free MMJ certification event, THC ketchup

April 28, 2023
Officials and lawmakers in Maine are looking at ways to combat oversupply, Boston & Hartford were included in a list...
This Party on May 20th cannabis party

‘This Party’ on 5/20 promises to be unlike any other

April 27, 2023
On May 20th an event put together by The Weedaker Group in partnership with Moroccan Daze promises to give attendees...
Strike at Boston dispensary Ascend

Strike occurs at Ascend’s Boston dispensary

April 27, 2023
On Wednesday afternoon a group of individuals stood in-front of the Ascend recreational cannabis dispensary located steps away from Boston’s...
Oversupply threatens the future of Maine cultivation facilities

Maine lawmakers look at limits on cultivation to avoid oversupply

April 27, 2023
As the price of cannabis drops in Maine a number of groups are looking into whether there is a way...
Future cannabis lotteries on hold in Connecticut

Future cannabis lotteries paused in Connecticut

April 27, 2023
Connecticut regulators will that the state will not be opening a new round of lotteries for cannabis licenses for the...
New England cities among top for stoners

Two New England cities make Top 15 list for weed users

April 27, 2023
A new report has placed the capital of Connecticut and Massachusetts on their study of the best cannabis cities in...
Three groups come together for free cannabis event

Nubian Gallery hosts free medical cannabis certification drive on April 29th

April 27, 2023
Three groups are coming together this Saturday to host an event at Nubian Gallery in Roxbury to provide free medical...
Cannabis infused ketchup arrives in Massachusetts

Cannabis ketchup making a debut from Ocean Breeze Cultivators

April 27, 2023
Massachusetts cannabis cultivator and product manufacturer Ocean Breeze Cultivators recently announced their latest creation on Instagram. The company says that...
Chill Medicated Blue Razz THC Infused Syrup Tincture (500mg)

REVIEW: Chill Medicated THC Infused Syrup Tincture (500mg)

April 21, 2023
CAUTION: Please take note this product is very high in potency. Please use responsibly and with caution. This week I...
Episode 56 NEC News Today

Stolen joints in Maine, Cannabis K-9s not needed, RI rec sales fall behind, THC syrup review

April 21, 2023
Roughly 200 joints were stolen from a Maine medical cannabis dispensary, Connecticut police departments no longer see a need for...
Cannabis K-9s no longer needed in some Connecticut police departments

Cannabis K-9’s not returning to some Connecticut police departments

April 19, 2023
It’s fair to say that there are some unexpected consequences that come along with legalizing adult-use of cannabis. One such...
Earth Keeper Cannabis reports 200 joints stolen over night

200 joints stolen from Maine cannabis store

April 19, 2023
Only a few days before 4/20 a cannabis dispensary is facing an unfortunate predicament. The store reported roughly 200 joints...
Cannabis sales lower than expected in Rhode Island

Rhode Island cannabis sales fall short of expectations

April 19, 2023
Cannabis sales in Rhode Island are steady but not reaching the levels that were initially projected. According to reporting from...
Recall of test kit leads to lab inquiry

Commission investigates impact of microbial test kit recall

April 13, 2023
In a bulletin published by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission the agency disclosed an ongoing investigation into a lab related...
Illicit THC sales are discovered in Connecticut vape shops

Connecticut AG puts a stop to additional Delta8 dealers

April 13, 2023
Attorney General William Tong recently announced another investigation that uncovered the illicit sale of cannabis products at vape shops in...
Uxbridge impact fees challenged by local cannabis business

Caroline’s Cannabis challenges Uxbridge over host community agreement fees

April 13, 2023
Caroline’s Cannabis has filed a complaint against Uxbridge claiming that the town has provided no documentation to back up their...
House votes to support new legalization draft

Updated legalization bill receives enough votes to go ahead in NH

April 13, 2023
Recent changes made to the cannabis legalization proposal gaining momentum in the New Hampshire house has received enough votes to...
Holyoke cannabis delivery company opens

BlazeXpress begins delivering cannabis from Holyoke

April 13, 2023
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held this week to launch the start of a new local business in western Massachusetts....
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