While equity efforts flounder, Massachusetts police make millions off marijuana store traffic details – The Boston Globe

Marijuana legalization in Massachusetts was intended to return wealth to Black and brown communities, which for decades were disproportionately targeted by police enforcing the drug’s prohibition. Yet in many cities and towns, it is the police who are getting wealthy. — Read on http://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/07/24/marijuana/while-equity-efforts-flounder-massachusetts-police-make-millions-off-marijuana-store-traffic-details/

Caffe Bella in Randolph to shut its doors permanently due to pandemic – The Boston Globe

I have been to this restaurant many times over the years. It provided good Italian food at a good price. They only accepted cash. If a restaurant like this can shut down in Randolph, which has happened to many similar long established restaurants in and around Boston, I do not think that we truly have …

Here’s where to find refreshing takeout cocktails in the Boston area – The Boston Globe

Now that the state allows restaurants to offer mixed drinks to go, it’s finally possible to enjoy restaurant-quality cocktails from the comfort of your couch. Here’s a running list of restaurants that are offering cocktails for takeout. — Read on http://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/07/23/lifestyle/where-get-takeout-cocktails/

Cannabis Control Commission Launches State’s Second Cohort of Social Equity Program Participants with Two Weeks of Programming – Cannabis Control Commission

Cannabis Control Commission Launches State’s Second Cohort of Social Equity Program Participants with Two Weeks of Programming – Cannabis Control Commission — Read on mass-cannabis-control.com/cannabis-control-commission-launches-states-second-cohort-of-social-equity-program-participants-with-two-weeks-of-programming/

Massachusetts Lawmakers Push Marijuana Social Equity Amendment To Controversial Policing Bill | Marijuana Moment

Massachusetts Lawmakers Push Marijuana Social Equity Amendment To Controversial Policing Bill | Marijuana Moment — Read on http://www.marijuanamoment.net/massachusetts-lawmakers-push-marijuana-social-equity-amendment-to-controversial-policing-bill/