Question 1 in November seeks to decriminalize recreational use of marijuana. Unlikely foes of the referendum fear the effects on existing caregivers.
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Organic farm group launches program to certify Maine’s medical cannabis
The standards developed for medical marijuana by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association are part of a pilot program involving five caregivers.
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U.S. affirms its prohibition on medical marijuana
The decision keeps the federal government at odds with Maine and 24 other states that allow medical marijuana.
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Marijuana caregivers flourish as medical demand grows
With nearly 3,000 caregivers, competition has ramped up as operations get larger and businesses look for a niche.
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Medical marijuana caregivers face restrictions in Saco
Councilors are considering the state’s first ban on in-home growing of pot by caregivers, but it may violate state law and would be hard to enforce.
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State says medical marijuana can’t be used to treat drug addiction
The Department of Health and Human Services denies a petition by a caregiver who sought to add addiction to the list of medical conditions that qualify for marijuana prescriptions.
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Wellness Connection to move medical marijuana dispensary to downtown Bath
Dispensary operators say the move from Thomaston will provide more privacy and better meet patient demand.
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Advocates ask Maine regulators to consider marijuana to treat opioid addiction
A group makes the case that cannabis therapy can help patients withdrawing from opioids, but opponents raise concerns about lack of research.