Anthony Martinelli

Anthony Martinelli is the founder and editor-in-chief of The Marijuana Herald. He also founded TheJointBlog.com, a cannabis news site he launched in 2011 and sold in 2019, serving as its editor-in-chief during that time. He has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. Anthony can be reached at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.

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Study: Chronic Marijuana Users Display Comparable, Sometimes Better, Decision-Making Than Non-Users

A new study published by the journal Psychological Research challenges long-held assumptions about chronic marijuana users and impulsive behavior, suggesting that habitual cannabis use may …

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Bill Filed in Pennsylvania Would Require Workers’ Comp to Cover Medical Marijuana Costs

A group of seven Pennsylvania lawmakers have filed legislation that would require workers’ compensation to reimburse injured employees for the cost of medical marijuana. House …

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Ohio Legal Cannabis Sales Reach Nearly $1 Billion Since Launch of Recreational Market in August 2024

Ohio’s legal marijuana market generated nearly $1 billion in revenue between the launch of recreational sales in August 2024 and July 26, according to data …

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Pennsylvania Bill Would Legalize Marijuana, Including Home Cultivation and Automatic Expungements

A new marijuana legalization bill has been filed in the Pennsylvania House and referred to the Health Committee, with eight Democratic lawmakers backing the proposal. …

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Texas Bill Would Set 21+ Age Limit for Buying or Selling Hemp, While Keeping Hemp THC Legal

A new bill filed in the Texas House would make it a criminal offense to sell or deliver consumable hemp products to anyone under 21, …

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New York Bill Filed to Protect Marijuana Dispensaries From Being Forced to Relocate Over School Proximity

A new bill filed by State Senator Luis Sepulveda (D) would protect dozens of licensed marijuana retailers in New York from being forced to relocate …

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Study: Cannabis and Psychedelics Rated Most Effective for Eating Disorder Symptoms in Large Survey

Cannabis and psychedelics were among the few substances rated positively for relieving symptoms of eating disorders (EDs), according to a new study published in JAMA …

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Oklahoma Campaign to Place Cannabis Legalization Initiative On 2026 Ballot Begins Signature Gathering Wednesday

A campaign to legalize marijuana for adult use in Oklahoma is set to begin signature gathering this Wednesday, August 6, with the goal of qualifying …

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Glass House Brands Responds to Federal Raid, Cuts Ties With Labor Contractors, Signs Deal With Teamsters

Glass House Brands has issued its first statement following a federal immigration raid last month on two of its California marijuana farms, confirming that nine …

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Study: CBD Reduces Inflammation and Redness in Rosacea, Especially When Combined With Antibiotic

A new study from researchers at The Catholic University of Korea finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may provide a promising treatment for rosacea, particularly when combined …

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