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Cannabis regulators in Massachusetts have given their final approvals on special "social consumption" license types - licenses that could pave the way for new kinds of marijuana-related businesses and offerings.It took some time to finalize and it could a while before the first licensees emerge, but officials tell WAMC's Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief James Paleologopoulos they're optimistic.

Cannabis education workshops are planned at Vermont State University Johnson in early December.

Cannabis social consumption rules could soon be finalized in Massachusetts, but state officials want to hear more from the public.

Citing health risks, easy access for youth and a lack of regulation, officials in Springfield, Massachusetts are moving to ban what some call "gas station weed."

State regulators in Massachusetts say cannabis cafes, “tasting rooms” and more are all part of the vision for their new, proposed social consumption rules and licenses.

The mayor of North Adams, Massachusetts is looking to overhaul the city’s marijuana ordinance.

An interview with Attorney David Rich.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey plans to pardon people convicted of misdemeanor marijuana possession charges. It's a move being praised by officials across the state, including lawmakers in western Mass.

The pardons will apply to all adult Massachusetts state court misdemeanor convictions before March 13, 2024, for possession of marijuana.

An interview with Theory Wellness CEO Brandon Pollock.