Employee Spotlight: Mike
Keystone Shops is very proud to announce our dispensary tech of the month, Mike! On or off the clock, Mike is sure to have a smile and is quick to come up with a joke. We are very thankful to have him as a part of our crew, because no matter where he is, Mike
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Terpene of the Month: Limonene
Limonene Limonene is the second most abundant naturally occurring terpene in cannabis. As the name suggests, this terpene has a rich citrus and lemon smell, but may also smell like juniper, pine, and rosemary. It is no surprise that it is also found in many citrus fruits, like lemons, limes, and oranges. It is commonly
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Grower Spotlight: Standard Farms
Keystone Shops is pleased to announce our Grower/Processor of the Month, Standard Farms! This Pennsylvania based G/P has been providing high quality medical cannabis products to Pennsylvanians since March, 2018. Their CO2 extractions deliver a clean and pure product in the form of vape cartridges, applicators, capsules, and tinctures. Standard Farms also offers dry flower!
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Terpene of the Month: Myrcene
Terpenes can be easily described as the essential oils found in the cannabis plant. Fruits and plants naturally produce terpenes, which produce fragrant aroma and act as a nature barrier against disease and pests. Terpenes are known to be responsible for the characteristic aroma and flavor of cannabis and is even the reason why strains
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Grower Spotlight: Terrapin Care Station
We are very excited to announce that Terrapin Care Station is October’s Grower/Processor of the month. Terrapin, which is located in Jersey Shore, PA, provides cannabis medicine in the form of oils, leaf, tinctures, and capsules. Name: Terrapin Care Station Located: Jersey Shore, PA Founded: 2009 Operating in: Pennsylvania, Colorado HQ: Colorado Located in Avis, Pennsylvania, Terrapin is a
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Employee Spotlight: Jordan
This month’s tech of the month goes to Jordan! Jordan has been a helpful part of Keystone Shops since March and we are thankful for his hard work. When asked what he enjoys most about working in the cannabis industry, Jordan responded, “I love that every day I get the chance to help patients that
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The Role of Medical Marijuana in the Opioid Epidemic
On May 17, 2018, Pennsylvania became the first state to allow the use of medical cannabis for opioid use disorder. This is a major step for Pennsylvanians everywhere. First, it gives doctors another option in the ever-growing war against the opioid crisis. Second, and perhaps most importantly, by adding addiction to the list of state-approved
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Grower Spotlight: Cresco Yeltrah
Every month we will be spotlighting one of Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana cultivators, beginning with September’s Featured Grower, Cresco Yeltrah. Throughout the month of September, we will be highlighting some of our favorite products and strains from CY. In addition, this Friday, September 14th Cresco Yeltrah will be joining us at our King of Prussia location
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Employee Spotlight: Ryan
A big congratulations to our dispensary tech of the month, Ryan! Ryan was the first tech to join the Keystone crew and has been delivering exemplary service with a smile every day since. Whether he is offering general medical cannabis advice or product recommendations, he always brightens everyone’s day. Sativa, Hybrid, or Indica? Indica What
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Keystone Shops is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Chief Medical Officer, M. Louis van de Beek, M.D., M.B.A,
Keystone Shops is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Chief Medical Officer and friend, M. Louis van de Beek, M.D., M.B.A, informally known around the shops as “Doctor Lou.” Doctor Lou was a deeply compassionate, caring individual. From his over 100 monthly, pro-bono, mission trips to treat the poor in Mexico, to
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Countdown to Midnight Dry-Leaf Celebration!
The state has recently announced that dry leaf will be available in Pennsylvania dispensaries beginning August 1st. Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration today announced that the dry leaf form of medical marijuana will be phased in at dispensaries starting Aug. 1 at 16 locations and expanding to 28 locations the following week. “The dry leaf
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Know You’re Compliant
As a patient or caregiver registered with the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana program, it is essential you understand how to abide by state laws, including knowing what to expect from your dispensary. Since marijuana is still a Schedule I narcotic under federal law, patients should take steps to ensure they are following program regulations. Having Keystone’s
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