Veria Living, RCN Reach Distribution Deal

Involves such major markets as New York and Boston

By R. Thomas Umstead, Multichannel News -- Broadcasting & Cable, 10/15/2012 10:14:00 AM

Health-and-wellness network Veria Living said it has reached a distribution deal with RCN involving such major markets as New York and Boston.

The service will be carried on the broadband service provider's systems in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C, and Lehigh Valley, Pa. Neither Veria nor RCN would reveal specific subscriber numbers.

"We look forward to a long relationship with RCN and their customers around the country," Veria Living general manager Paul Cestari said in a statement. "RCN has built its reputation on selectively partnering with the best-in-breed content providers across a variety of entertainment categories - we're proud to have Veria Living added to this prestigious group."

RCN senior VP of operations Chris Fenger said "Keeping a close eye on the pulse of our customers, more and more of them today are searching for reliable and actionable information about keeping themselves and their families well by living healthier lifestyles.  We're pleased to be able to offer them the first-rate content from Veria Living that addresses these very needs."