Free Medicinal Marijuana in Bangor, Maine?

Bangor, Maine -- While combining Native American, Universalist, and Pagan theology, the Temple of Advanced Enlightenment in Bangor, Maine preaches love, compassion, and acceptance along with respect for Mother Earth. Priests and Priestesses of the Temple agree to a vow of poverty and must complete at least 500 hours of service to the local community. Following their philosophy of compassion and giving, the Temple is asking for local support in a plan to distribute marijuana to their neighbors.

The Temple hopes to dispense organically grown medicinal marijuana to those with a written prescription or recommendation from a doctor. They will provide the marijuana at no charge, but donations will be welcome. High Temple Priest Kevin Loring is the spokesman for the Temple. At the December 8th Bangor City Council meeting, Rev. Loring proposed the Temple's Compassionate Care plan to distribute medicinal cannabis. The Reverend asked the council to "work with us for a positive, responsible change". This proposal requests the Bangor Police Department to be present for one to two hours each week as marijuana is distributed to members of the community.