For the full set of proposed rules and a shorter DHHS summary on what their effect would be, go to onlinesentinel.com.
Michael Shepherd
DHHS proposes updated set of rules for state medical marijuana program
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday released a set of new proposed rules for the state’s medical marijuana program.
DHHS proposes update to medical marijuana rules
The proposed rules would be the first update since 2010, the year the program was implemented by DHHS following voter approval.
Sidney farmers say alpaca are profitable, but also soothing pets
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Truth Test: With wealth, income, Dill compares apples, oranges
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TRUTH TEST: Angus King’s unemployment figures mostly true
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Truth Test: King’s jobs claim accurate but ‘spun’
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