Officials warn of cannabis-laced Halloween candy, but experts say the ‘razor blade’ myth has …

On Halloween, state attorneys general and public safety officials have said, parents must keep a close eye on their children’s candy. Joel Best, a University of Delaware sociology professor, has researched the topic for nearly 40 years. Among the products discussed are “Stoney Patch” gummies and “Double Stuf Stoneos” and “Trips Ahoy” cookies. “Unfortunately, there’s […]

Tom Brady giving fan who returned 600th TD ball a bitcoin (currently over $62000)

The Buccaneers quarterback appeared on “Monday Night Football with Peyton & Eli Manning” to discuss Sunday’s incident where receiver Mike Evans gave away the touchdown ball to a fan before he realized that it was actually Brady’s 600th NFL touchdown. “So I got it back, there was a lot of negotiations … “Well getting the […]

Teen cannabis vaping skyrocketed; interventions needed, new study finds – masslive.com

When studying a 12-month span from 2017 to 2020, researchers found cannabis vaping also doubled, from 7.2 percent to 13.2 percent. More research is needed to understand the long-term impacts of cannabis vaping, including high-potency products like cannabis abstracts and oils, the study states. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, […]

Massachusetts recreational cannabis sales surpass $2 billion less than 3 years after first …

“This milestone speaks to the success of licensees that have interacted with the Commission from the application stage, maintained compliance with our strict regulations, and contribute every day to communities across the Commonwealth. From November 2018 to November 2019, the first year of recreational sales, 33 retailers generated $393.7 million in gross sales. As of […]

Hunter Renfroe mashes 2 home runs, Boston Red Sox hold on to beat Twins, 11-9, in wild series opener

Boston Red Sox’s Hunter Renfroe runs on his two-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Tuesday, Aug. Boston withstood a late offensive charge from the Twins and held on to beat them, 11-9, on Tuesday behind a two-homer game from outfielder Hunter Renfroe and a high-wire act […]

Boston Red Sox to play in 2022 Little League Classic vs. Orioles; game set for Aug. 21 in Williamsport, Pa.

Three fans watch the game between the Cleveland Indians and the Los Angeles Angels from a lift over the left field wall in the second inning of the Little League Classic baseball game at Bowman Field in Williamsport, Pa., Sunday, Aug. The Sox and Orioles were originally supposed to play in the Little League Classic […]

Boston Red Sox farm system jumps 11 spots to No. 9 in Baseball America’s organizational rankings

The Mariners have the top-ranked system followed by the Orioles, Royals, Pirates and Giants at Nos. Bloom has done a nice job drafting so far. Mayer, a high school shortstop prospect Boston drafted fourth overall this year, was considered by many to be the top prospect heading into the 2021 MLB Draft. The material on […]

Celtics targeting former Boston players Jeff Green, Kelly Olynyk and others in free agency (report)

Boston Celtics’ Jeff Green in action during an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Wednesday, Nov. The C’s could aim for former Boston players Jeff Green, Kelly Olynyk and Avery Bradley, along with Rudy Gay and Patty Mills, when NBA free agency opens at 6 p.m. Boston president Brad Stevens — navigating his first […]

After 1000 cannabis vape pens and gold bars found in home, man pleads guilty to drug and tax …

Boston native Zachary Sweener admitted on Wednesday to failing to report over $625,000 in income and filing a false tax return by under-reporting his income in 2013. On Jan. The 35-year-old pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute cannabis, one count of possession with intent to distribute cannabis, one count of filing a […]

Revolutionary Clinics to distribute $4 million grant to cannabis and minority-owned businesses as …

This is part of Rev Clinics’ Aspire program, which was created to grow and support marijuana businesses in Massachusetts by providing subject matter expertise and financial benefits to Economic Empowerment and Social Equity license holders. The first pair of $100,000 grants will be distributed in the next 30 days to cannabis entrepreneurs Leah Samura, CEO […]

Meet the couple behind Your Green Package, who will soon deliver cannabis from NETA to …

Your Green Package is run by President Christopher Fevry and Chief of Staff Lourdharry Pauyo. “Everything about us is we want to be able to serve the community. The three-person management team, including Fevry, Pauyo and Ruthney Benjamin, the head of delivery, are all Haitian. The couple hopes to start delivery in early July and […]

Meet the couple behind Your Green Package, who will soon deliver cannabis from NETA to …

Your Green Package is run by President Christopher Fevry and Chief of Staff Lourdharry Pauyo. “Everything about us is we want to be able to serve the community. The three-person management team, including Fevry, Pauyo and Ruthney Benjamin, the head of delivery, are all Haitian. The couple hopes to start delivery in early July and […]

Patriots mailbag: After Bill Belichick’s wild free agency, how good can we expect the front seven to be?

Though Cam Newton’s offense drew most of the scorn in a 7-9 season, New England’s front seven was subpar, too. The additions of Judon and Van Noy, coupled with the flashes Josh Uche showed this spring may have transformed edge rusher from a weakness to a strength in one offseason. And of course, Dont’a Hightower’s […]

Rhode Island Senate approves legalizing cannabis for adults

Miller’s proposal would impose a 20% tax on cannabis sales, create an independent cannabis control commission to license and oversee cannabis operations, and allow for home cultivation. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. …Read the full story

Celtics NBA Draft notebook: Why Brad Stevens dealt the 2021 draft pick, Yam Madar intrigue and draft anniversary

Boston Celtics 2019 basketball draft players show off their jerseys at a news conference, Monday, June 24, 2019, in Boston. 16 overall pick in this year’s draft, but shipped it away to the Thunder so the C’s could get financial flexibility with Kemba Walker’s contract off the books. It’s a strange spot for Boston, which […]