The Cannabis Control Commission has agreed to delay the launch of home delivery of marijuana and social consumption of marijuana products until at least this fall.
New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell joins Chris McCarthy for a wide-ranging interview covering topics such as school safety, the recreational marijuana industry, the fishing industry and New Bedford's economic future.
Former Fairhaven Selectman John Haaland talked with Chris McCarthy about local and national politics, gun control, school safety, business and President Trump.
Rep. Pat Haddad (D-Somerset), the Speaker Pro Tem of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, joined The Barry Richard Show Friday afternoon to discuss a number of local issues.
Marijuana advocates want Gov. Charlie Baker and others who opposed legalization to "back off" and allow the independent cannabis regulatory body to move ahead with an industry that would include marijuana cafes, delivery-only businesses and other novel business types.
The speaker of the House added his voice Monday to the chorus pushing state marijuana regulators to scale back their vision for the legal cannabis industry in Massachusetts.
District Attorneys are asking state marijuana regulators to hold off on the licensing of certain types of businesses, including so-called cannabis cafes and home delivery services.
Mayor Jon Mitchell said he's once again pushing for a moratorium on recreational marijuana sales in New Bedford, and more money is needed for anti-gang programs.