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The Fight Over Recreational Marijuana Continues In Brookline19:00
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Recreational marijuana stores are almost ready to open their doors in Massachusetts, two years after state voters approved legalizing recreational pot.
But these openings don't mean the fight over marijuana has ended. In fact, in some communities it's only just begun.
In Brookline, Ascend Massachusetts, a marijuana company, wants to open a store on Beacon Street in the St. Mary's neighborhood. The company, which is headed by Andrea Cabral, has followed town protocols, held three community meetings, and is trying to secure a host community agreement.
But some community members are pushing back against the store's chosen location. They argue that the St. Mary's neighborhood is "the worst possible location" for a recreational marijuana store.
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Paul Warren, Brookline resident, who runs www.no1032pot.com. He tweets @PaulJWarren.
Neil Wishinsky, chair of the Brookline Select Board. He tweets @NeilWishinsky.
This segment aired on November 14, 2018.
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Deborah Becker Host/Reporter
Deborah Becker is a senior correspondent and host at WBUR. Her reporting focuses on mental health, criminal justice and education.

Zoë Mitchell Producer and Studio Director
Zoë Mitchell is a Radio Boston producer and studio director.
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