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Massachusetts Bans Kratom Amid Rising Concerns | Providence News
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey just slapped a one-year emergency ban on kratom sales while Rhode Island’s political rivals clashed in their first debate—sparking heated debates over leadership, tolls, and the Washington Bridge. Meanwhile, a New Bedford cop faces court for allegedly using Flock cameras to track an ex, raising alarms about privacy and tech misuse. Rhode Island also confirmed its first case of Powassan virus, a rare tick-borne illness, reminding residents to stay vigilant. And in Providence, a car slammed into a home porch—another wild moment in a region buzzing with drama…
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