Convenience stores in Fredericton want the federal and provincial government to get involved in the fight against the sale of illegal cigarettes. “Right now, contraband tobacco is our biggest issue,” said Mike Hammoud, president of the Atlantic Convenience Stores Association. He said convenience stores are in danger of closing because of the sluggish economy, rising costs, strict rules and regulations, and illegal tobacco. Hammoud cit ... Jump to full article >>

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Illegal sales of tobacco to minors increased in some areas of Santa Barbara County in 2009, but the number decreased significantly in the city of Santa Barbara, according to data released Tuesday by the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department. Guadalupe was the only city in the county that didn’t sell any tobacco to a minor during undercover buy operations last year. Illegal sales increased in Goleta, Buellton, Lompoc, Solvang and unincor ... Jump to full article >>

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