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Massachusetts Bans Kratom Sales | Providence News
Massachusetts is cracking down on kratom with a sweeping emergency order from Governor Maura Healey, sparking national attention as the state moves to restrict its sale amid mounting health and regulatory concerns. While details remain sparse, the move signals escalating urgency over the controversial plant’s safety — pitting advocates for its medicinal benefits against those demanding tighter controls. The decision could ripple through communities reliant on kratom, while also reshaping public health strategies. Meanwhile, local headlines include a Fall River shooting suspect arrested, an…
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