Matt is the best in the business! He is one of their best employees! Great service and delivery.read more

**UPDATE** Jarmin just arrived with our delivery tonight at…read more7. Thank you for your quick response and Saturday evening oil delivery. Now we can all breath a sigh of relief and take a nice warm shower! Greatly appreciated. **ORIGINAL** I called around to see if I could get delivery during the week. I spoke with Kayla on Tuesday evening who gave wonderful advice and said that I could put diesel in my indoor tank to get me through until a delivery could be made. She said she had space on Friday. I called and left a voicemail for Kayla early Wednesday morning and sent an email to the general mailbox (just in case) to schedule the delivery. Kayla called me back shortly after she received my message and said that she could still fit me in on Friday and added me to the schedule (hooray!). Once scheduled, I called and cancelled my order with another company that was going to try to deliver on Friday, but would definitely be able to deliver by Monday. A couple of hours later, I received an email from Stephanie that said that there was no room until Tuesday; I disregarded it because I had already scheduled the delivery with Kayla and I knew they must be super busy and just had lines crossed. Stephanie then called at the end of the day to apologize for taking so long to call and I assured her it was ok. I told her I spoke Kayla earlier regarding scheduling and that I was scheduled for Friday. ....fast forward to Friday... I started to worry around 3 and left a voicemail for Kayla. She called me back shortly after and said that the drivers were out until 6pm and not to worry.... I had not received the delivery and called at 6:30pm and left a message. Kayla called back and said the driver was actually out until 9pm and that she would check with dispatch. Unfortunately, I didn't hear back, and we didn't get our delivery. I went to the gas station last night and got $45 worth of diesel to add to our tank because the last thing I want is for our pipes to freeze or my son to be cold. I'm just disappointed. I don't know what to do now. I cancelled the guaranteed delivery for Monday from the other company, and will go broke adding diesel for the next 2 weeks until we can get a delivery. I have read so many wonderful stories and reviews about this company, and know mistakes and oversights happen. I will update my review next week because I believe that great customer service can be defined by how a company responds to issues and takes ownership of mistakes. Stay tuned... (Sorry about any grammar mistakes. It took a lot of writing and revising before I just hit post!)

Buddy B is my oil delivery person is a very good employer he is all way on the time I like Buddy…read morethanks Hubert Affo 24 Ventura st Lewiston ME 04240

We have been customers since November 2008. We are DONE with them! Their service has gone down…read morehill big time. They were always able to accommodate us within a few days of placing an order, you could reach them easily on the phone with any issues/concerns.... since being acquired by Superior Propane, they have become the WORST! I can't even call and talk to them because I am not authorized on the account, only my husband....I've been ordering and paying them since 2008!!! RIDICULOUS

Congress Squark Park, an open and public concrete space - and home to Union Station Clock -, was…read morecreated through an urban renewal project in the early 80's. Thankfully, the NPO Friends of Congress Square Park have done a lot over the years to protect it from outside buyers, preserve it, and breathe new life into it. This once deteriorated space has become a hub for arts, entertainment, and community togetherness. Over the course of the past many years I have... - Been entertained by the Circus Conservatory of America - Listened to the Maine Marimba Ensemble perform - Watched fire jugglers - Looked at art - Played an impromptu game of kickball ... in the park. And that was before all of the great things that are now intentionally planned for the space! Now, there's... - copious amounts of lovely seating - food trucks - even more musical and theater performances - outdoor movies - dance lessons - group knitting sessions - yoga and tai chi - kid-friendly activities ... all in the park. So impressed and grateful towards the Friends of Congress Square Park for what they've done. Bravo, folks! Thank you!

Adorable little park with incredible public space offerings & events throughout the year.read more

Straight from Sebago Lake to your mouth…read more One of the very best thAngs bout living in Portland... is the water quality. Simply top quality water, top in the U.S. Nation. Other places I have lived (California, Louisiana, Florida).. I have to truck my water in from Arkansas. Reference: https://www.mountainvalleyspring.com Also reference: https://www.yelp.com/biz/mountain-valley-spring-hot-springs-nationl-park I am really in to high quality drinking water. Also, the high, high quality drinking water makes the beer tastes really good because you don't have to add any minerals or other thAngs to change the taste profile, just use it straight so it doesn't interrupt the chemical brewing process. The dog likes the water too. As I said earlier; one of the best thAngs bout living in Portland.

Talking with customer service, I can not believe how rude the woman was. It was insulting the way…read moreshe answered my questions as if I was an idiot for not understanding something. I am so grateful I am moving.

right out the gate I was greeted with an angry nurse who absolutely violated my brain via my nasal…read morepassage and then given a uniform 5 sizes too big (even though I was asked for a size) and handed a blanket with what I'm assuming was half the blood from the previous owners body on it and shoved into an absolutely freezing cold room with the words "eat shit" artistically drawn on the wall. we were given what they called "beef" literally everyday for dinner in different manners and a piece of cornbread so stale you could bludgeon a man with it. 10 out of 10 5 star accommodations better than Disney

Wonderfull Experience. Staff was accommodating and the food was excellent. My stay was…read moreall-inclusive and would highly recommend a weekend stay.

I normally would never Shame anyone on Facebook but I just can't seem to drop this. The…read moreemail/letter below was sent 2 days before the service was to be installed after waiting over a month to get the appointment. This company does oil/Propane sales and delivery in the Berlin, New Hampshire area. I tried to call them and Georgia was one of the worse people I have ever had to deal with in my Career. They should have recorded phone lines so the owner can hear how she talks to people.

From the owner: CN Brown Energy has been in the heating oil business for over 75 years. We offer value and…read moreexperience as well as an everyday low price on heating oil, kerosene, propane in addition to supplying residential & commercial electricity in Maine since 2012. We are a family owned business and value the long term relationships with our friends in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.

On 04/29/2026 McCarthy Tree Service did tree work at my home. The field team is: owner Mark…read moreMcCarthy and his friendly assistants Ray and Aidan. I witnessed a high level of skill, excellent team work, and a safety-conscious approach to the inherently hazardous work. The first task was pruning of the maple in front of my house. It's approx. 60 feet tall. I'd asked Mark McCarthy to remove a big branch extending over a peak of my house close to where the electrical wires come into the house. I need to have my house re-roofed; it would endanger the roofers to leave it in place. Watching Mark weave through this large tree in the bucket of his bucket truck while cutting branches with his chainsaw was mesmerizing. The houses in my area of Saint John Street are close together, and the electrical wires come into the front of each house; at my house, the maple tree branches were near the wires. Mark had to make sure the bucket wasn't too close to my wires, and he had to look back at the bucket truck's arms when he was changing position to make sure they didn't get near my neighbor's wires. It was skillful choreography. I live on Saint John Street; the past few years it has gotten very windy (thanks to global overheating). We had wind gusts including up to 60 mph about 1.5 years ago; they took down my neighbor's solid wood fence. Although my maple doesn't shed much during storms, I asked him to prune it with the strong/increasing wind in mind to prevent the loss of larger branches, and he did. The skillful pruning of the canopy resulted in a very lacy look. When Mark assessed the job, he suggested that a large trunk that had grown up in the center of the maple tree should be removed for its health; I agreed to that, and he did so. Ray and Aidan chippered the branches as Mark sent them carefully to the ground. When he was done, he banded the maple as we'd agreed during the initial consultation; he indicated that the banding will keep the tree from falling onto the house or into the road, and that when the tree leafs out fully that I won't be able to see it. I have peonies in the front garden that have struggled as this tree grew larger. With its crown being opened up a great deal, I think they'll get the sunlight they need to thrive again. At the entrance to my backyard there's a small self-seeded tree. Mark told me that it was a butternut tree; I did some research and found out that they're endangered. He had suggested trimming some branches to prevent the squirrels from getting on my roof. I also asked him to trim some branches that are close to my neighbor's roof for the same reason, and he did so. Ray tackled some light pruning of the blue spruce in my backyard - a nice edit for a tree that adds four-season color to the yard. Also in my backyard, I have huge, handsome red oak. Mark had pointed out a large dead section about 40 feet up and identified it as a danger. He had spoken very calmly throughout the assessment, without any rash words or tones. So I knew when he used the word danger that he meant it. He said dead oak branches that remain on the tree harden and eventually fall, and have the potential to harm someone below. The bucket truck didn't fit in the backyard so Mark climbed to the dead section. Ray and Aidan helped tie the ropes around Mark to keep him secure, and would tighten or release ropes as Mark moved up the tree. It was both impressive and unsettling to watch him climb with the chainsaw hanging from his belt, hoisting it up once he found a good perch for cutting, and turning it on to cut the dead section of truck. When it came down, it hit the ground with a resounding thud. It looked to be 15-20 feet tall. They had to cut it in several pieces in order to get it to the chipper. At my request, they took down a large branch on the red oak. It attracts Oriental bittersweet vine which isn't healthy for any tree. Ray cut most of it down using a pole saw; the amount of light coming into the backyard immediately increased. Lastly, all three of them tackled my two large brush piles. Ray and Aidan had the idea to winch the piles to the chipper. I watched as they skillfully knotted their heavy duty ropes around the piles and pulled them to the yard opening. They would knot, unknot, and reknot as needed. This work was truly above and beyond, and I appreciate it greatly - my backyard is looking much better. All members of the team wore quality PPE which included ear protection (the industrial chipper is loud). They communicated with hand signals while the chipper was on. The price was very reasonable. Indeed, I offered Mark McCarthy more money when the work was done because I think it ended up being a bit more than expected. (He declined.) Tree work is inherently hazardous. I greatly appreciate all their skill, and all the work that they did. Thank you also to Mark McCarthy's wife Susan Cassidy who handles the quote processing, emails, and background work so essential to any business.

Mark and his team provide Outstanding service, Professional, knowledgeable, personal and thorough…read more Excellent service and extremely reasonable.

I visited Portland during the off season; late fall into early winter...and it turned out to be a…read moregreat time to explore the city without the big summer crowds. The weather was definitely on the cooler and wetter side (bring a good rain jacket!), but the cozy atmosphere more than made up for it. Coffee shops, breweries, and restaurants were easy to get into, and the locals were friendly and laid-back. Overall, visiting Portland in the off season was a great choice for a quieter, more local experience. I'd happily go back in the summer to see it in full swing!

Some of the best breweries are found here in Portland, Maine. Ox Bow Blending, Bisssel Brothers,…read moreBelleflower, Lone Pine , and Bunker Brewering are some of my favorites. Eventide and Shop By were the best oysters spots in town. Bread and Company & Tandem Coffe offered an incredibly tasty breakfast. Becky's Diner was also amazing early morning meal by the harbor. Portland Head Light House offers up a unique experience for our photography session. Duck Fat offered up food you need most after visiting five breweries in one afternoon. Second visit here ! Loved it !

It's a History to Me…read more Founded in 1822, the Maine Historical Society's sole purpose is to preserve the history of Maine thru rotating exhibits that include historical photos and artifacts. The Good: *Free admission to the Longfellow Garden (May - Oct) during normal hours of operation *Wadsworth-Longfellow House is a separate part of the museum, with a separate fee ($18/GA). We didn't do this, so I can't comment if it's worth it. *Admission is reasonable at $12/adults *Reciprocity program with other museums, if you're a member ($25-75/year). *Located in beautiful Downtown Portland The Meh: *Not the world's biggest museum, as you can probably see the whole thing in 1-2hrs, depending on how much you read the placards for each item/display. The Ugly: *Location is in Downtown Portland, which is great, but you'll most likely have to deal with paying for parking at one of the garages. Pro Tip: If the garage DOESN'T advertise their pricing on the outside, then skip it on and move onto the next one that does. Evidently these predatory parking garages are a big thing here in DT Portland. Conclusion: Nice place to visit if you're in Portland and looking for a little culture.

The Maine Historical Society says on their website: "Connecting and documenting the Maine…read moreexperience" and "dedicates itself to making history relevant and accessible" and I could not agree more! We live locally and have been checking out the rotating exhibits over the past 10 or so years-all unique, informative rich, fascinating topics, amazing artifacts. You can look online to see what's going on/get tickets for specified time and can also buy in person there. Easily found on Congress Street in Portland, accessible all one level (no stairs), gift shop excellently curated for the history buffs and admission is affordable. At the time of our visit the 3 smaller exhibits included: "Mainers and their pets", "Maines untold history of Vegetarianism" and "Maine sheet music"- all was well worth the price of admission! This is also the place to tour the historic Wadsworth-Longfellow house. Only downside is parking- they do not have a dedicated parking lot so it's on-street parking. Congress has some, but it's a busy area so we tend to park on surrounding streets in the region from Congress St down to Commercial street side of Congress St and there is also a parking garage nearby. Walkable area location-shops and restaurants also fun to stop in to support local too. Highly recommended- here's to preserving history, learning where we've been to better understand where we are now and where we're headed in the future!