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New York Moves Closer To Legalizing Recreational Marijuana

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As New York State steps closer to legalizing recreational marijuana, East End Police Chiefs are concerned. PRESS FILE

As New York State steps closer to legalizing recreational marijuana, East End Police Chiefs are concerned. PRESS FILE

Governor Cuomo delivers his 2014 State of the State Address on January 8 in Albany.

Governor Cuomo delivers his 2014 State of the State Address on January 8 in Albany. January 8, 2014, Albany - Governor Cuomo delivers the State of the State address.

authorElsie Boskamp on Sep 4, 2018
New York State may be one step closer to legalizing recreational marijuana. Just last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that a series of 15 public listening sessions will be held... more

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