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Norwood Board appoints regional tobacco inspector; members discuss enforcement of new nicotine pouches
Summary
The Town of Norwood Board of Health appointed Riley Ellis as a regional tobacco inspector and discussed inspection authority, compliance checks and uncertainty around nicotine pouches such as ZYN and flavored products under Massachusetts rules.
The Town of Norwood Board of Health voted to appoint Riley Ellis as a regional tobacco inspector and agent of the board at its Feb. 24 meeting at the senior center.
Board members said the appointment gives Norwood a dedicated inspector to conduct unannounced retailer inspections, compliance checks with underage buyers and follow-up investigations. The inspector described following a state-prescribed format and coordinating with the Massachusetts Tobacco Control Program and Department of Public Health on enforcement and education.
Riley Ellis, newly appointed regional tobacco inspector, told the board she will "perform…
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