Boston Cannabis Board Approves Legal Greens’ Retailer License in Dorchester

Overview: The Boston Cannabis Board convened on August 20, 2025, granting several requests for marijuana operations, including the approval of Legal Greens Boston LLC for a new marijuana retailer license at 571B Washington Street in Dorchester. This decision supports the expansion of cannabis access in the area and reflects the Board’s emphasis on community engagement and equitable business practices.

Boston Cannabis Board Deliberates on Extended Hours and New Licenses Amid Community Interest

Overview: In a recent virtual session, the Boston Cannabis Board discussed proposals for extended operating hours for Happy Valley in East Boston and new license applications for two locations in Dorchester. The meeting featured detailed presentations from applicants, community input, and board member inquiries, highlighting the city’s evolving cannabis landscape and its intersection with community interests and regulatory considerations.

Boston Cannabis Board Defers Decision on Prolific Cannabis’s Late-Night Hours Proposal

Overview: During a virtual meeting on July 16, 2025, the Boston Cannabis Board (BCB) tackled issues, including Prolific Cannabis’s request to extend its operating hours to 1:00 a.m. The board deferred the decision, seeking further community engagement and security assessments, while also approving a change of ownership for Castle Leaf LLC.

Boston Cannabis Board Weighs Delivery Operations Amid Community Concerns

Overview: At a recent Boston Cannabis Board meeting, discussions centered around proposals for cannabis delivery services and the complex interplay between business operations and community reactions. The board evaluated amendments and new license applications, with a particular focus on the intricacies of delivery logistics, community engagement, and regulatory compliance.

Boston Cannabis Board Faces Community Division Over Proposed Mission Hill Dispensary

Overview: The Boston Cannabis Board (BCB) convened a virtual hearing to deliberate a new recreational retail cannabis license application from Sony LLC for a dispensary on Tremont Street in Mission Hill. Significant community opposition and support were voiced, reflecting broader concerns about neighborhood impact, regulatory compliance, and the applicant’s history.