Published 1 year ago

Rhode Islanders head to dispensaries to buy recreational marijuana

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The sale of recreational marijuana for adult use began Thursday in Rhode Island. The state gave five licensed marijuana dispensaries approval to sell recreational cannabis to adults 21 and older last month. WJAR-TV spoke with the person who made the first purchase of the day at RISE Warwick.

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WPRI 12

Rhode Islanders head to dispensaries to buy recreational marijuana

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Recreational marijuana is officially for sale in Rhode Island. Five existing pot shops in the state are now “hybrid” stores, selling both medical and recreational cannabis. The first business that opened its doors on Thursday was Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket at 5 a.m. and Karen Ballou was their first customer. “It’s […]

1 year ago·East Providence, United States

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ABC6

Slater Center's first recreational marijuana sale goes to 96 year old WWII vet

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — As recreational marijuana has become legalized across the Ocean State, the Slater Center opened its doors to a special first customer. That customer, Joe Maraia, a 96-year-old World War II vet, said he wanted to take part in Rhode Island history, and support his grandchildren. “I’m honored because my grandchildren have an awful lot to do with this facility, and I wanted to be part of it, no matter how long more I’ve got…

1 year ago

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WJAR

Rhode Island begins sales of recreational marijuana

Local dispensaries can now start selling recreational cannabis in Rhode Island starting on Thursday.Legislation allowed those sales toThe Department of Busine

1 year ago

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NECN

Rhode Island Begins Recreational Marijuana Sales

The sale of recreational marijuana for adult use began Thursday in Rhode Island, according to legislation signed by Gov. Daniel McKee in May.

1 year ago·Newton, United States

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Marijuana Moment

Rhode Island's First Recreational Marijuana Shops Have Officially Opened - Marijuana Moment

Rhode Island’s first adult-use marijuana sales launched on Thursday, with five dispensaries serving consumers 21 and older. Gov. Dan McKee (D) and the state Department of Business Regulation (DBR) announced last week that the “hybrid” medical-recreational shops would be opening at the start of the month. The governor signed legalization into law in May. #WATCH: […]

1 year ago

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Community Voice KS

Understanding Recreational Marijuana Use in Missouri

Missouri residents may not have access to recreational marijuana in retail stores until Feb. 6, 2023. However, the terms of the law – your ability to legally smoke marijuana without a medical license – go into effect Dec. 8. But before you light up or bake those brownies, read this story. As the saying goes, “the devil is in the details.” WHAT’S LEGAL The amendment makes it legal for anyone over age 21 to “purchase, possess, consume, use, i…

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