[East Arlington, Vermont]— Old Mill Road Media is thrilled to announce the official launch of The Guide on January 8, 2025, which is the new, weekly digital e-blast for Manchester Life Magazine.
The Vermont News Guide is going back to its roots. Originally launched in 1954 as The Shopping Guide, the paper changed a few hands, ultimately landing in those of artist/photographer Gene Pelham and his wife, Kay, who put the paper together in their Arlington home, using a headline that read: “THE GUIDE … to Shopping, Recreation, and Entertainment.” THE GUIDE featured Manchester and its nearby communities.
The Vermont News Guide (now entering its 71st year) is, once again, being rebranded as “The Guide” and will be curated by the Vermont News Guide’s most recent trusted editor, Megan Demarest. The Guide will continue to share community events, the arts, and highlight the region’s music scene. The new combined website for Manchester Life Magazine and The Guide will be part of the launch.
“While I am certain there are many who will be sad to see the physical Vermont News Guide no longer in print (myself included),” says Dr. Joshua Sherman, CEO of Old Mill Road, “this will allow our team to share community updates in a more timely fashion and in an easy-to-navigate digital format. We remain committed to keeping our region vibrant for both locals and visitors alike—and we thank the community and advertisers who make it all possible.”
“I can’t wait to see where the next chapter in this long-standing community resource takes us,” shares Megan. “I fully respect the history of the Vermont News Guide and I’m looking forward to honoring its legacy while expanding its reach and giving it a modern update.”
Also new in 2025, Manchester Life Magazine, previously published once a year, is going to be published twice yearly. There will be “Summer/Fall” and “Holiday/Winter” issues, showcasing some of the biggest stories of Manchester and the Mountains.
About Old Mill Road Media
Old Mill Road Media—based in East Arlington, Vermont— is the publisher of BERKSHIRE Magazine, VERMONT Magazine, STRATTON Magazine, MANCHESTER LIFE, and The Guide and Music in the Berkshires. In addition, Old Mill Road offers a full range of media services, including Audio and Video Production, Graphic Design services, Website Design services, and Social Media management.
About Megan Demarest
Megan is the Editor of The Guide, Special Projects Manager, and writer for Old Mill Road Media in East Arlington, VT. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in performance from Salem State University and a master’s degree in library and information science from Simmons University. She is a producer, director, actor, and singer who enjoys working with The Dorset Players in Dorset, VT and performing with her husband, musician Matthew Steckler, and with her son, Elliott. She loves all things culinary- cooking, baking, and concocting as much as her schedule will allow. Other passions include travel, the performing and visual arts, animals and animal welfare, and researching anything under the sun. Megan, Matthew, and Elliott live in East Arlington with their beloved cat, Ella, just up the hill from the fantastic team at Old Mill Road Media and Old Mill Road Recording.
To share editorial for consideration in The Guide: editor@vtnewsguide.com
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