Local dispensaries say they’re ready for launch of medical marijuana program

AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB)- The new medical marijuana program in New York State is set to begin on Thursday. About 50 doctors across the state have already registered for the program, according to the State Department of Health. There will be 20 regulated dispensaries throughout the state.
Last minute touches were underway Wednesday at 52 South Union Road in Williamsville, as Bloomfield Industries prepared to open its medical marijuana dispensary the next day.
About 20 minutes away, the state sai