At first, Lantern’s light seemed to shine bright. The e-commerce company quickly became the top marijuana delivery platform in Massachusetts after spinning off from Drizly in 2021. Propelled by a $40 million parting investment from its former parent, Lantern ads popped up everywhere in the Boston region — billboards, sidewalk trash cans, and even gas station pumps. But now, … [Read more...] about Marijuana delivery platform Lantern will shut down, citing regulatory hurdles
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Connecticut pot shops open, Massachusetts businesses brace for impact
SPRINGFIELD — Thomas Macre has visited recreational marijuana shops in Massachusetts. He has seen Connecticut plates in the parking lot and thought about the Connecticut money going into the till. Soon, as a co-owner of manager of Still River Wellness in Torrington, Connecticut, Macre will be in a position to keep those shoppers and their money at home, “I’m hoping that, … [Read more...] about Connecticut pot shops open, Massachusetts businesses brace for impact
Plant disease threatening Massachusetts’ huge marijuana growing industry
BOSTON — Growing marijuana in Massachusetts is big business. By one estimate, it’s now the state’s largest agricultural crop surpassing even the iconic cranberry. A plant disease once found primarily out west is now showing up in pot plants here and that’s raising concerns about how that could affect the local harvest. Profound Naturals makes a full line of cannabis-infused … [Read more...] about Plant disease threatening Massachusetts’ huge marijuana growing industry
Northampton marijuana shop closing, first shutdown for the state’s cannabis industry
A sign points out onto Pleasant Street in Northampton from the entranceway of The Source dispensary. The store opened in April 2022. (Will Katcher/MassLive). NORTHAMPTON — The Source, a marijuana shop at 58 Pleasant St. that opened only in March will close Friday. It’s the first marijuana shop in Massachusetts to shut down since the first legal adult use dispensaries opened in … [Read more...] about Northampton marijuana shop closing, first shutdown for the state’s cannabis industry
Massachusetts becomes first legal pot state to add AAA’s cannabis curriculum to driver’s ed
BRAINTREE, Mass. — Starting next year, Massachusetts will become the first state in the nation with legal recreational marijuana to add lessons about cannabis impairment to driver's education programs, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced. The new curriculum, "Shifting Gears: the Blunt Truth about Marijuana and Driving," was created by AAA. Officials … [Read more...] about Massachusetts becomes first legal pot state to add AAA’s cannabis curriculum to driver’s ed
Massachusetts now allows use of pesticides in cannabis cultivation
Certain pesticides can now be used in cannabis and hemp cultivation, following a Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources' decision last week. The move has split cannabis cultivators. Tim Shaw, chief operator officer at MariMed Inc., disagrees with the decision. “We don't believe allowing pesticides is the right thing to do, considering people are inhaling these … [Read more...] about Massachusetts now allows use of pesticides in cannabis cultivation
As recreational marijuana prices plummet in Massachusetts, medical sales slump
BOSTON GLOBE Six years after Massachusetts voters legalized marijuana, the state’s cannabis industry is bigger than ever, with cumulative recreational sales soaring toward $4 billion and more than 225 retailers now open in communities from Provincetown to Pittsfield. That maturation is good news for consumers, who are finally seeing greater selection and lower prices after … [Read more...] about As recreational marijuana prices plummet in Massachusetts, medical sales slump
Can marijuana bring back social equity in Massachusetts? A case study… Of course they want look at what’s happening in CT.
In the industrial kitchen at Major Bloom, staff are assembling joints using a gadget that turns out nearly 200 so-called “pre-rolls” in one go. A large bag of multi-colored fruit cereal sits ready to be baked into marijuana-infused treats. And owner Ulysses Youngblood is explaining the business philosophy he subscribes to, a “blue ocean” strategy. “Blue ocean is basically like … [Read more...] about Can marijuana bring back social equity in Massachusetts? A case study… Of course they want look at what’s happening in CT.
Illegal marijuana growing operation busted in Ludlow. Charges are pending against two Connecticut residents.
LUDLOW, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) -An illegal marijuana grow operation was busted in Ludlow. Police seized hundreds of marijuana plants this week and charges are pending against two Connecticut residents. Western Mass News spoke with Ludlow’s police chief who said the two suspects were found growing marijuana in an industrial building near the Hampden County House of Corrections. “We … [Read more...] about Illegal marijuana growing operation busted in Ludlow. Charges are pending against two Connecticut residents.
CCC to vote on recreational marijuana delivery plans at end of October
BOSTON (WWLP) – The state is getting closer to regulating a marijuana delivery plan. The CCC adopted draft delivery regulations that would create two delivery license types. The first is a “limited delivery license.” It would allow an operator to charge a fee to make deliveries from CCC-licensed retailers and dispensaries. The second is a “wholesale delivery … [Read more...] about CCC to vote on recreational marijuana delivery plans at end of October
