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Would you eat marijuana-fed pork?

Yes, a Washington hog farmer is feeding weed to his animals. According to NPR’s The Salt, no, the prosciutto he’s producing doesn’t smell like the kind; and no, you don’t get high from eating it. But the story highlights two...

Legalizing pot in Washington state stirs attention in Canada

The decision by voters in Washington and Colorado to legalize recreational use of marijuana has potential political and economic significance in Canada. Of course, it remains to be seen to what degree the U.S. federal government will allow...

News stories tagged with "marijuana"

Assembly Panel Considers Legalizing Marijuana for Medical Use

by Karen DeWitt

Jan 23, 2003 — Advocates for the legalization of medical marijuana are targeting New York State, aiming to convince more state lawmakers that some people with cancer, AIDS and other chronic conditions need the drug to improve their health. Karen Dewitt reports. Go to full article

Golisano Unveils Plan for Legalized Medical Marijuana

by Karen DeWitt

Oct 17, 2002 — The most conservative candidate in the race for governor has come out with a plan to legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes. The announcements by businessman Tom Golisano, comes as the Independence Party's candidate gained ground in a new poll. Karen Dewitt has details. Go to full article

Ambassador to Canada Visits North Country

by David Sommerstein

Oct 09, 2002 — Paul Celucci, the U.S. Ambassador to Canada and former governor of Massachusetts, discussed cross-border issues with North Country leaders Tuesday in Potsdam. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article

Drugs on the Adirondack Line: Police Say Train Route Is Increasingly Popular with Smugglers

by Brian Mann

Mar 27, 2001 — A passenger's complaint about a lumpy seat led police to 25 thousand dollars worth of marijuana. The drugs were stashed aboard the Adirondacker, an Amtrak train running between Montreal and New York City. Brian Mann has details. Go to full article

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