Politics & Government

12 Applications For Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Norfolk County

Massachusetts released a list of 181 groups that have applied to operate medical marijuana dispensaries. 

Twelve of those groups want dispensaries in Norfolk County, which includes this area 27 other towns. A maximum of 35 total licenses are allowed under a law voters approved in November legalizing medical marijuana.

While towns cannot outright ban medical marijuana dispensaries, some are exploring zoning restrictions or have ordered moratoriums, according to the Boston Globe.   

What do you think Wrentham, Norfolk and Plainville should do? Would you like a see a medical marijuana dispensary in Wrentham, Norfolk or Plainville or do you think the towns should try to block it? Let us know in in the comments below!


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