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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UK Report: Illegal Cannabis Sales Surge 50% in Past Two Years
Curaleaf International, a global leader in the medical marijuana market, has released a report detailing the growth of the nation’s illegal marijuana market, while calling …
Kentucky to Hold First Medical Marijuana License Lottery on Monday, Over 100 Cities and Counties to Consider Allowing Dispensaries
Kentucky’s medical marijuana program is set to take a substantial step forward on Monday with its inaugural license lottery for cultivators and processors. The upcoming …
High-CBD Extract Shows Promise in Reducing Inflammatory Response in Asthma Patients
In a new study, researchers have identified high-CBD extract (CBD-X) as a potential game-changer for asthma treatment, especially for patients who find little relief from …
Massachusetts Now Offering Over 700 Marijuana Strains at Licensed Stores
As of mid-October, over 700 marijuana strains are available at licensed stores across Massachusetts. According to the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), there are 709 …
Arizona: Maricopa County Superior Court Ends Attempt To Take Over A Marijuana Dispensary License
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ruled in favor an Arizona marijuana dispensary operator, ending an attempt to take its license. The case centered …
Washington State Auditor Finds Major Delays in Cannabis Industry Tracking System, Calls for Accountability
The Washington State Auditor has issued a performance audit evaluating the effectiveness of Washington’s oversight of its cannabis industry. Released under the title “Evaluating Washington …
Analysis: Legal Marijuana States Generated Nearly $2 Billion in Revenue in September, $350 Million in Taxes
In September, legal marijuana states collectively generated $1.877 billion in sales, resulting in over a quarter of a billion dollars in tax revenue. September’s total, …
Massachusetts Initiative Campaign to Legalize Psychedelics Has Raised Over $7.5 Million
Massachusetts for Mental Health Options (MMHO), the group sponsoring Question 4, has raised over $7.5 million. Question 4 would legalize the possession and personal cultivation …
$117 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in Missouri in September, All-Time Sales Pass $3 Billion
All-time legal marijuana sales have surpassed $3 billion in Missouri, once September’s totals are added. According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, …
Maine Expands Marijuana Recall After Lab Testing Issues
Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) has widened a recall on recreational marijuana products from Nova Farms due to possible contamination with bacteria, yeast, and …
Florida Marijuana Legalization Campaign Raises Over $120 Million
Smart & Safe Florida, the nonprofit political committee sponsoring the marijuana legalization initiative Amendment 3, has raised over $120 million. According to the Florida Division …
Study: CBD and THC Oils Show Antitumor Effects in Canine Prostate Cancer Cells
Researchers at São Paulo State University have demonstrated that cannabis extracts containing cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can inhibit the growth of canine prostate carcinoma …
