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Fighters.com
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fighters - The bottom line to all of this is that one of the standout fighters from UFC 159: Jones Vs Sonnen tested positive for marijuana. positive drug test Also. (Sat May 18 11:01:21 2013 PDT)

Dubai drug officers placed hashish in client's bag, lawyer claims
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gulfnews - Lawyer claims Suspect says hashish was planted in his laptop bag Dubai: A lawyer has accused drug enforcement officers of using a woman to lure his client to Al Qusais where they unlawfully arrested him after planting hashish in his laptop bag. (Sat May 18 10:46:40 2013 PDT)

Fabriano: trovato in possesso di marijuana, in manette ventunenne per spaccio ...
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gomarche.it - (Italy) Fabriano: trovato in possesso di marijuana, in manette ventunenne per spaccio di dr... (Sat May 18 10:46:40 2013 PDT)

UFC star Bryan Caraway says he used 'poor choice of words' in anti-weed rant
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examiner - UFC star Bryan Caraway says he used 'poor choice of words' in anti-weed rant - Long Island MMA ! Examiner.com UFC star Bryan Caraway says he used 'poor choice of words' in anti-weed rant (Video) anti-weed rant weed weed Healy tested positive for marijuana use, so he was forced to give up his UFC 159 bonus payout. ... (Sat May 18 10:46:40 2013 PDT)

UK: Teenager jailed for stab attack on fellow pupil at Norfolk school - Crime - Eastern Daily Press
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edp24 - (US) Two men arrested after police raid in Lowestoft uncovers B#4,000 cannabis haul ... (Sat May 18 10:35:40 2013 PDT)

Daily Mail
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dailymail - (UK) Claims new research University of Kentucky found cannabis can Newly published research suggests that one of the main reasons people enjoy smoking marijuana is because it helps them combat intense feelings of social exclusion. that cannabis relieves not only physical pain but New research has found that cannabis relieves not only physical pain but also emotional pain Since marijuana works through similar brain... (Sat May 18 10:31:47 2013 PDT)

Every dog has its day: St. Johnsbury drug bust to help drug dog - The Republic
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therepublic - (US) Johnsbury man arrested when police found drugs and a gun in his car is becoming an unwitting accomplice in helping police maintain a dog used in drug searches. (Sat May 18 10:31:47 2013 PDT)

San Diego Free Press
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sandiegofreepress - The IRS War on Medical Marijuana Providers StoptheDrugWar.org Dispensaries providing marijuana to doctor-approved patients operate in a number of states, but they are under assault by the federal government. Dispensaries ... (Sat May 18 09:01:20 2013 PDT)

United Patients Group Gives Five Reasons Hosting a Movie Premiere Boosts ...
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sfgate - (US) B the latest documentary from filmmaker American Drug War 2: Cannabis Destiny Head members of several anti-drug-war groups working to end the criminal prosecution of marijuana have already come on board to support this film. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

Wash. state releases draft rules for legal pot
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federalnewsradio - (Mexico) A logo that will be used for labeling legal marijuana produced in Washington state is shown. Unless the extract is infused into another product . All pot-related businesses would have to have security systems. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

Illinois Medical Marijuana: Great First Step, Room for Improvements
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thedailychronic - (US) This is a great day for patients in Illinois. We hope that Governor Quinn will see the importance of signing this bill into law. Chief among the concerns is that the bill would continue to criminalize patients growing their own medicine. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

After 10 Years, Illinois Finally Approves Medical Marijuana
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thedailychronic - (US) The final product is a comprehensive and tightly controlled system that will allow individuals with serious illnesses to safely and legally access medical marijuana with their doctors’. (Sat May 18 07:16:56 2013 PDT)

Missouri House Committee Hears Marijuana Decriminalization Testimony
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thedailychronic - (US) Show Me Cannabis The bill would have made the possession of up to 35 grams (about 1.2 ounces) of marijuana or pot paraphernalia punishable only by a $250 fine. The bill would have made the possession of up to 35 grams (about 1.2 ounces) of marijuana or pot paraphernalia punishable only by a $250 fine. (Sat May 18 07:01:17 2013 PDT)

Oregon bill: License medical pot retailers
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columbian - Ore. b Oregon legislators are considering a bill to legalize and license medical marijuana retailers. (Sat May 18 06:16:47 2013 PDT)

Ohio AG certifies medical marijuana petition
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timesleaderonline - (US) A group called the Ohio Rights Group is behind the Ohio Cannabis Rights Amendment. (Sat May 18 11:01:21 2013 PDT) [also wkyt9121]

OH: AG certifies cannabis issue - Best Buckeye Coverage
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610wtvn - (US) The issue was submitted by the Ohio Rights Group who wants to ensure the rights of Ohioans to the use of therapeutic cannabis and legalize the production of hemp. (Sat May 18 08:57:08 2013 PDT)

Illinois Medical Marijuana: Great First Step, Room for Improvements
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thedailychronic - (US) This is a great day for patients in Illinois. We hope that Governor Quinn will see the importance of signing this bill into law. Chief among the concerns is that the bill would continue to criminalize patients growing their own medicine. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

After 10 Years, Illinois Finally Approves Medical Marijuana
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thedailychronic - (US) The final product is a comprehensive and tightly controlled system that will allow individuals with serious illnesses to safely and legally access medical marijuana with their doctors’. (Sat May 18 07:16:56 2013 PDT)

Missouri House Committee Hears Marijuana Decriminalization Testimony
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thedailychronic - (US) Show Me Cannabis The bill would have made the possession of up to 35 grams (about 1.2 ounces) of marijuana or pot paraphernalia punishable only by a $250 fine. The bill would have made the possession of up to 35 grams (about 1.2 ounces) of marijuana or pot paraphernalia punishable only by a $250 fine. (Sat May 18 07:01:17 2013 PDT)

OAS Releases Historic Report on Drug Policy Alternatives - The Daily Chronic
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thedailychronic - (US) Decriminalization Drug Testing Hemp Legalization The War on Marijuana OAS Releases Historic Report on Drug Policy Alternatives Illinois Legislature Passes Medical Marijuana Bill Poll: Essentially No One Believes Marijuana Users Should Go to Jail Cannabis Consumer Decriminalization Legalization War on Marijuana OAS Releases Historic Report on Drug Policy Alternatives OAS suggests countries consider debate lega... (Sat May 18 06:16:47 2013 PDT)

Proposed Marijuana Amendment
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wbex - (US) Proposed Marijuana Amendment ! Local News Stories - 1490 WBEX Chillicothe, Ohio Proposed Marijuana Amendment A proposed constitutional amendment to change Ohio's marijuana laws has been certified by Attorney General Mike DeWine. The issue was submitted by the Ohio Rights Group, which wants to ensur... (Sat May 18 05:16:51 2013 PDT)

medical marijuana news

Ohio AG certifies medical marijuana petition
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timesleaderonline - (US) A group called the Ohio Rights Group is behind the Ohio Cannabis Rights Amendment. (Sat May 18 11:01:21 2013 PDT)

Riverside: Security guard struck by car, shoots motorist in the neck
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swrnn - (US) A motorist reportedly drove into an armed security guard during an argument at a marijuana dispensary and was shot in the neck. (Sat May 18 10:46:40 2013 PDT)

Orange County Breeze
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oc-breeze - Regardless of whether the marijuana is dispensed for medicinal purposes. Are illegal and subject to criminal prosecution and civil enforcement actions. (Sat May 18 10:02:01 2013 PDT)

Aly Raisman Gets Drug Tested at Access Hollywood Live
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mcdonoughvoice - (US) Illinois Senate approves medical marijuana bill Olympic gymnast and Dancing with the Stars contestant Aly Raisman underwent her random drug test from the World Anti-Doping Agency this week just before an appearance on Access Hollywood Live and days before she's set ... underwent her random drug test from the World Anti-Doping Agency this week - just before an appearance on "That's why [the drug tester] is her... (Sat May 18 10:02:01 2013 PDT)

San Diego Free Press
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sandiegofreepress - The IRS War on Medical Marijuana Providers StoptheDrugWar.org Dispensaries providing marijuana to doctor-approved patients operate in a number of states, but they are under assault by the federal government. Dispensaries ... (Sat May 18 09:01:20 2013 PDT)

OH: News Minute: Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press - WCMH: News, Weather, and Sports for Columbus, Ohio
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nbc4i - (US) COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio has cleared an initial step to get before voters. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio has cleared an initial step to get before ... (Sat May 18 08:56:22 2013 PDT)

OH: - The Columbus Dispatch
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cannabis dispensary news

Riverside: Security guard struck by car, shoots motorist in the neck
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swrnn - (US) A motorist reportedly drove into an armed security guard during an argument at a marijuana dispensary and was shot in the neck. (Sat May 18 10:46:40 2013 PDT)

Orange County Breeze
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oc-breeze - Regardless of whether the marijuana is dispensed for medicinal purposes. Are illegal and subject to criminal prosecution and civil enforcement actions. (Sat May 18 10:02:01 2013 PDT)

San Diego Free Press
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sandiegofreepress - The IRS War on Medical Marijuana Providers StoptheDrugWar.org Dispensaries providing marijuana to doctor-approved patients operate in a number of states, but they are under assault by the federal government. Dispensaries ... (Sat May 18 09:01:20 2013 PDT)

Hearing, trial adjourned for brothers charged with illegally selling medical ...
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mlive - (US) Two brothers charged with illegally selling medical marijuana from their Bay City compassion club have to wait a while longer to see if a judge will dismiss the cases against them. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

Video: Masked gunman robs Portland marijuana dispensary
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krem - Video: Masked gunman robs Portland marijuana dispensary ! KREM.com Spokane Video: Masked gunman robs Portland marijuana dispensary Video: Maske... (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

Elements Honors Medical Marijuana Patients at Elements Health and Wellness ...
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watchlistnews - (US) Elements Honors Medical Marijuana Patients at Elements Health and Wellness Centers and Elements Therapeutic Dispensary - Watch List News Elements Honors Medical Marijuana Patients at Elements Health and Wellness Centers and Elements Therapeutic Dispensary - Watch List News Elements Honors Medical Marijuana Patients at Elements Health and Wellness Centers and Elements Therapeutic Dispensary - Watch List News E... (Sat May 18 03:32:00 2013 PDT)

Regional Roundup: Fatal Car Crash, Taxi Bribery and More
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norwood.patch - (US) Will Reconsider Moratorium at Town Meeting They also voted to reconsider the article pertaining to a one-year moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries in town. (Sat May 18 03:16:43 2013 PDT)

INTERNATIONAL: Latest police investigation articles - Topics - Northern Star
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northernstar - (Australia) [ ...] ... (Fri May 17 01:10:18 2013 PDT)

Wash. state releases draft rules for legal pot
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timesunion - (US) The event billed itself as the largest local marijuana celebration since pot was legalized by Washington state voters. A logo that will be used for labeling legal marijuana produced in Washington state is shown. (Thu May 16 17:01:53 2013 PDT)

Washington releasing draft rules for marijuana industry
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oregonlive - (US) Officials in Washington are taking their first stab at setting rules for the state's new legal weed industry. The state is releasing preliminary draft rules Thursday afternoon. Such as how much marijuana will be grown and how many retail stores will be licensed —. (Thu May 16 07:32:15 2013 PDT)

INTERNATIONAL: Latest cannabis growing articles - Topics - Northern Star
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northernstar - (Australia) Latest cannabis growing articles ! Topics ! Northern Star cannabis growing cannabis ... (Thu May 16 01:09:29 2013 PDT)

Police struggling to smash Nimbin's street trade
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heraldsun - (Australia) Cocaine the drug of choice in AFL ... (Wed May 15 23:32:00 2013 PDT)

Supply the burning issue for medical marijuana
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abc - (Australia) Supply the burning issue for medical marijuana - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) Supply the burning issue for medical marijuana The campaign to legalise marijuana for medical use is gaining momentum The chairwoman of a parliamentary committee that's recommending the legalisation of marijuana for medical use says supply remains a stumbling block. (Wed May 15 18:17:22 2013 PDT)

Supply the burning issue for medical marijuana
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abc - (Australia) If the committee's recommendations were adopted. "I was buying up to an ounce of pot a week just so that he could actually sleep. (Wed May 15 18:02:04 2013 PDT)

cannabis legalisation news

Ohio AG certifies medical marijuana petition
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timesleaderonline - (US) A group called the Ohio Rights Group is behind the Ohio Cannabis Rights Amendment. (Sat May 18 11:01:21 2013 PDT) [also wkyt9121]

Breaking the taboo about drugs
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guardian - Twenty global leaders have highlighted the devastating consequences of repressive drug policies on people. (Sat May 18 10:02:01 2013 PDT)

OH: News Minute: Here is the latest Ohio news from The Associated Press - WCMH: News, Weather, and Sports for Columbus, Ohio
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nbc4i - (US) COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio has cleared an initial step to get before voters. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio has cleared an initial step to get before ... (Sat May 18 08:56:22 2013 PDT)

OAS report calls for talks on marijuana legalization - The Japan Times
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japantimes.co.jp - (US) OAS report calls for talks on marijuana legalization An Organization of American States study released Friday is calling for a serious discussion on legalizing marijuana. An Organization of American States study released Friday is calling for a serious discussion on legalizing marijuana. (Sat May 18 08:31:33 2013 PDT)

PHILIPPINES: OAS drug study eyes marijuana legalization - Sun.Star
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sunstar.com.ph - An Organization of American States study released Friday is calling for a serious discussion on legalizing marijuana. Even though it made no specific proposals and said there was "no significant support" among the OAS' 35 member states for legalizing cocaine. (Sat May 18 08:04:33 2013 PDT)

Wash. state releases draft rules for legal pot
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federalnewsradio - (Mexico) A logo that will be used for labeling legal marijuana produced in Washington state is shown. Unless the extract is infused into another product . All pot-related businesses would have to have security systems. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

Illinois Medical Marijuana: Great First Step, Room for Improvements
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thedailychronic - (US) This is a great day for patients in Illinois. We hope that Governor Quinn will see the importance of signing this bill into law. Chief among the concerns is that the bill would continue to criminalize patients growing their own medicine. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT)

reefer madness news

Daily Mail
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dailymail - (UK) Claims new research University of Kentucky found cannabis can Newly published research suggests that one of the main reasons people enjoy smoking marijuana is because it helps them combat intense feelings of social exclusion. that cannabis relieves not only physical pain but New research has found that cannabis relieves not only physical pain but also emotional pain Since marijuana works through similar brain... (Sat May 18 10:31:47 2013 PDT)

Autauga County murder trial: Victim had used marijuana before shooting, lab ...
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progress.montgomeryadvertiser - (US) Lab results show The victim in an Autauga County homicide case had used marijuana shortly before he was shot in March 2011. (Sat May 18 02:17:00 2013 PDT)

Exit Strategy
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cannabis.hawaiinewsdaily - (US) Found the murder was "justified" 50000 Mexicans have been killed in the US-inspired Mexican Drug War since 2006 Wiki: The Mexican Drug War Pacifist Cannabis minister Reverend Roger Christie has been His trial on federal drug trafficking charges has been set back to July 23. (Fri May 17 22:31:22 2013 PDT) [also cannabis.hawaiinewsdaily9942, cannabis.hawaiinewsdaily9179]

TOP: Cracks in Oregon's medical marijuana law are filled with weed - OregonLive.com
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oregonlive - (US) Cracks in Oregon's medical marijuana law are filled with weed ! OregonLive.com Cracks in Oregon's medical marijuana law are filled with weed TIGARD. Marijuana was offered at prices ranging from $3.74 to $9.31 a gram. Medical marijuana in Portland comes from an ever-growing pot The only clue to its modern-day mission was the unmistakable smell lingering from the night before: marijuana. (Fri May 17 14:07:28 2013 PDT)

Pacific Standard (blog)
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psmag - (US) B reports a research team led by Avoiding social pain by smoking pot is not unlike taking antacids to relieve stomach pain. (Fri May 17 06:17:18 2013 PDT)

Medical Daily
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medicaldaily - (US) Comfortably Numb: Marijuana Use Reduces Social Pain, Research Finds : Drugs : Medical Daily Comfortably Numb: Marijuana Use Reduces Social Pain, Research Finds Marijuana use buffers people from experiencing social pain, according to research published online on May 14 in , found that marijuana users who reported being lonely had higher le... (Thu May 16 17:16:56 2013 PDT)

Cannabis Culture
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cannabisculture - (US) "They're right that there are too many (dispensaries) and a lot of the patients are just trying to get high. The Russ Belville Show #169: Project SAM's Response to the Pew Research Poll POT TV - Cannabis commentator 'Radical' Russ Belville is on the air b and now on Pot TV b with The Russ Belville Show. (Thu May 16 15:32:19 2013 PDT)

the hashish report

Dubai drug officers placed hashish in client's bag, lawyer claims
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gulfnews - Lawyer claims Suspect says hashish was planted in his laptop bag Dubai: A lawyer has accused drug enforcement officers of using a woman to lure his client to Al Qusais where they unlawfully arrested him after planting hashish in his laptop bag. (Sat May 18 10:46:40 2013 PDT)

Deputies Stumble on RPV Pot Operation
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palosverdes.patch - (US) "There was also evidence of manufacturing hashish. (Sat May 18 10:31:47 2013 PDT)

LatinaToday
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latinatoday.it - Marijuana e cocaina in casa, arrestato spacciatore Hashish, marijuana e coca in casa: pusher pregiudicato in manette Gaeta, grandi affari con l'hashish: spacciatore arrestato dai carabinieri ... (Sat May 18 08:16:41 2013 PDT)

United Patients Group Gives Five Reasons Hosting a Movie Premiere Boosts ...
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sfgate - (US) B the latest documentary from filmmaker American Drug War 2: Cannabis Destiny Head members of several anti-drug-war groups working to end the criminal prosecution of marijuana have already come on board to support this film. (Sat May 18 07:31:46 2013 PDT) [also prweb7889]

Corriere del Mezzogiorno
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corrieredelmezzogiorno.corriere.it - (US) Sequestrati 280 chili di marijuana - Corriere del Mezzogiorno Sequestrati 280 chili di marijuana CATANIA - Duecentottanta chili di marijuana sono stati seq... (Sat May 18 02:31:31 2013 PDT)

Rossano: giovane coppia arrestata, spacciavano e coltivavano marijuana in ...
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sibarinet.it - Rossano: giovane coppia arrestata, spacciavano e coltivavano marijuana in balcone Nella mattinata di ieri i Carabinieri del Nucleo Operativo della Compagnia Carabinieri di RossanoB hanno tratto in arresto, in Rossano Scalo, una coppia del luogo, i coniugi C.E. 31/enne pregiudicato e ... (Sat May 18 01:46:40 2013 PDT)

Police close 15 marijuana farms on the Costa del Sol
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theolivepress.es - (US) A total of 13000 marijuana plants were seized as well as 23 properties in Holland and Spain valued at b . (Fri May 17 23:16:51 2013 PDT)