A lack of winter gallons and drivers challenged Proctor Gas. (Photo courtesy of Judy Taranovich)

Winter recap: Less of a stress test

April 15, 2024 By James Guyette

Propane retailers urged to avoid complacency with next year’s volumes following a mild winter heating season.

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The city of Raleigh, North Carolina, welcomes renewable propane. (Photo courtesy of the City of Raleigh)

Getting involved with renewable propane

December 12, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Here’s a look at how propane industry members have been incorporating renewable propane into their operations during the past few years.

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Unpredictable weather justifies the purchase of business interruption insurance in certain areas. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Winter preview: Shift in mindset

September 11, 2023 By James Guyette

Climate calamities more so than propane fundamentals are forcing retailers to expect the unexpected this winter.

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Dead River acquires Augusta Fuel

July 19, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

Dead River Co., based in South Portland, Maine, acquired the full-service home heating business of Augusta Fuel Co., based in Augusta, Maine.

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Photo courtesy of Eastern Propane & Oil

Eastern Propane & Oil reflects on 90 years in business

April 13, 2023 By Danielle Pesta

New England-based Eastern Propane & Oil marked its 90th anniversary in business in 2022. The company had multiple initiatives to celebrate.

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Regional spotlight: Propane fuels the Northeast

January 16, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Our quarterly series examines  the unique geographical nature  of the propane industry. This month, we look at the Northeast.

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Proctor Gas now powers one of its bobtails with renewable propane. (Photo by Proctor Gas staff)

Vermont makes strides with first gallons of renewable propane

August 8, 2022 By Ellen Kriz

Proctor Gas of Proctor, Vermont, welcomed the state’s first load of renewable propane and held an educational event to mark the achievement.

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Propane autogas vehicles photo courtesy of Joe Mulone Photography

New York, Vermont leaders celebrate renewable propane’s arrival

April 15, 2022 By Brian Richesson

New York state celebrated its first delivery of renewable propane, educating event attendees about how a traditional fossil fuel now has a renewable component.

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Proctor Gas Photo courtesy of Judy Taranovich

LPG Spotlight: Proctor Gas

December 27, 2021 By Chris Lewis

Vermont retailer Proctor Gas works to educate local elementary school students about propane on what is now known as “Propane Kids Day.”

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Propane Fuels America: Vermont

September 24, 2021 By Carly Bemer

LP Gas’ yearlong Propane Fuels America series takes a deep dive into how each state benefits from the propane industry. Here we present Vermont.

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