Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at [email protected].
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Dec 28 2024
Marijuana Indicas: 2024’s Most Popular Strains
Indicas are renowned for their deeply relaxing effects, often making them a go-to choice for winding down in the evening or managing stress and pain. Here we take a look at the most popular indicas throughout 2024. In 2024, throughout the states that allow legal marijuana sales, the 10 indicas listed below standout among the …
Dec 28 2024
Ascend Wellness Holdings Inc. Announces Share Buyback Program
Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc., a vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator focused on bettering lives through cannabis, has announced it’s received authorization from the Company’s Board of Directors to commence a share buyback program. Pursuant to a normal course issuer bid (“NCIB”) commencing on January 2, 2025, the Company may repurchase up to the lesser of: …
Dec 28 2024
Study Validates New Method for Reliable Cannabinoid Quantification in Veterinary CBD Oils, Finds Labels Accurately Reflect Cannabinoid Levels
A study published in the journal Pharmacy has validated a new method for accurately quantifying cannabinoids in commercial veterinary CBD oil. According to its abstract, the study “highlights the need for quality control in evaluating medicinal plant products, especially CBD oils, before market release”, noting that “Due to varying regulatory requirements, product labeling can sometimes …
Dec 27 2024
Massachusetts Governor Announces Multiple Pardons for Marijuana Offenses
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has announced pardons for eight individuals charged with marijuana-related offenses. Via the introduction of Senate Bill 3007, which was filed this week and read yesterday in the House of Representatives, Governor Healey announced pardons for the following individuals: Richard Barnes Mynor-Dean Martino Boland Kenny Jean David Palazzo Kira Pareseau Danis Reyes …
Dec 27 2024
New York: Coalition of 34 Lawmakers File Bill to Restrict Marijuana Ads Near Schools
Legislation to tighten restrictions on marijuana advertising near schools has been prefiled in the New York Assembly. Assemblymember John Zaccaro has filed Assembly 36 in New York, alongside a bipartisan coalition of 33 cosponsors. The measure, prefiled for the legislative session beginning January 8, has been referred to the Assembly Health Committee. If enacted, Assembly …
Dec 27 2024
Study Finds CBD May Protect Against Depression and Cognitive Issues Caused by Social Isolation
A new study has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound derived from marijuana, may help combat depression and memory issues triggered by prolonged social isolation. Researchers from the Federal University of Ouro Preto and the Laboratory of Neurobiology and Biomaterials found that CBD offered significant antidepressant and neuroprotective effects in male mice subjected to chronic …
Dec 27 2024
Ohio Division of Cannabis Control Proposes Allowing Sales of Marijuana Prerolls
The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed a set of rule changes that, if approved, would allow the sale of pre-rolled marijuana products in the state. The proposed regulations include the sale of both raw and infused pre-rolls, as well as flavored pre-prerolls. The process for approval requires multiple steps. First, the lieutenant governor …
Dec 26 2024
Clinical Trials Find Marijuana “May Be Effective in Treating the Pain and Symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy”
According to the results of a new study, “cannabis-based medicines may be effective in treating the pain and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy”. Published by Journal of Hand Surgery, the study is titled The Use of Cannabinoids in the Treatment of Peripheral Neuropathy and Neuropathic Pain: A Systematic Review. It was conducted by researchers from University …
Dec 26 2024
NORML Releases Their List of the 10 Biggest Marijuana News Stories of 2024
The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) has released their list of the “Top Ten Events in Marijuana Policy” for 2024. Found in 1970, NORML is the oldest marijuana reform group in the nation. Today, they released their list of the most important and impact marijuana-related studies of 2024. Below is that …
Dec 26 2024
Planet 13 Announces Opening of 30th Medical Marijuana Dispensary in Florida
Planet 13 Holdings Inc., a leading vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis company, today announced the opening of Planet 13 Panama City on December 27, 2024, the Company’s 30th dispensary in Florida and 34th nationwide. Planet 13 Panama City is located at 309 E, 23rd Street, Panama City, Florida and will be open Monday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 …
