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The new millennium has been a transformative time for newspaper publishing.

Changing reader habits and the advent of new technology have placed big demands on companies in the print news business.

The Acorn and its parent company, Times Media Group, understand that their biggest responsibility is not only the delivery of credible, relevant information in a timely fashion, but making sure residents have easy access to the publication when stories become available.

That’s why we’re super excited about the news being shared today.

Following a five-year stretch in which Acorn readers were given the option of purchasing online subscriptions to the paper, that so-called “paywall” is coming down.

“Mr. Publisher, tear down this wall,” the late President Ronald Reagan might have once said.

And so we did.

Starting immediately, all online content from our five Acorn publications will be available at no charge to the reader, meaning a paid subscription is no longer required to click and read articles. The weekly Acorn has always been delivered to your driveway at no cost—that more than 40-year tradition will continue—and from now on The Acorn on the internet will be free as well.

Why the change?

The Acorn is your community newspaper, and we want to make sure it stays that way. We believe it’s important that residents feel a connection to the stories we write and also learn about the businesses that advertise in their community. The absence of a paywall is the best way to ensure this free-flow of information remains.

We also invite readers to sign up for the new, easy-to-read Acorn newspaper e-edition delivered weekly to your e-mail. Viewed on mobile, desktop or laptop, the pages are super easy to navigate and, free, just like the print paper.

Local journalism is first gear in the engine that drives America’s free press, and a free press it shall be.

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Rana Linka



Rana Linka was recently welcomed by Guy Standing, district manager for Coldwell Banker Town & Country, as the new manager of the Simi Valley office. A 25-year real estate veteran, Linka has owned her own office and managed for top companies in the San Fernando and Conejo valleys. She is both a California Association of Realtors and Southland Association of […]

Dennis Aubery



Dennis Aubery was recently congratulated by Prudential California Realty broker and owner Bob Majorino and sales manager Nancy Eke for an impressive month of production. During a select 30-day period he listed and sold six properties, exceeding $2.8 million in real estate sales. Aubery, who is a consistent top producer and among the top real estate professionals nationwide, represents buyers […]

Shirley Richards associate with Fred Sands Brown Realtors of Westlake Village, recently returned from attending the Star Power Annual Conference, top educational opportunity offered in the real estate industry.



Shirley Richards associate with Fred Sands Brown Realtors of Westlake Village, recently returned from attending the Star Power Annual Conference, top educational opportunity offered in the real estate industry. The conference brought together more than 1,500 of the most progressive real estate professionals to share their successful methods. The faculty was comprised of 1 percent of the continent’s top real […]

Renee Chandler



Renee Chandler is the newest sales associate at Young Realtors, a company continuing to excel as the leading independent broker in the Conejo Valley by maintaining a superior, experienced sales team. Prior to her residence in Oak Park, Chandler lived in Toronto, Chicago and East Lansing, Mich., and can relate on a personal level with clients buying and selling their […]

Susan Stone



Susan Stone, a broker associate with White House Properties, was recently congratulated for her outstanding production by Marty Williams, owner and broker. During the 45-day period ending Aug. 8, Stone’s production totaled more than $4.4 million, including four closed escrows totaling in excess of $2.2 million as well as new listings and opened escrows. Fluent in Spanish, French and Portuguese, […]

An Incredible Estate



This magnificent masterpiece is a Country Club Estates mansion nestled on 1.3 acres and showcases breathtaking vistas from every window. This 5 bedroom, 6.5 bath wonder has meticulously maintained grounds, a beach entry pool with oversized spa and waterfalls, a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, hand-painted French tile and granite countertops. The massive 2-story great room features a built-in entertainment […]

On A Prime Cul-De-Sac



Nestled on a prime cul-de-sac in the prestigious North Ranch area of Westlake Village is this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath custom tennis court/pool estate that has been listed for sale by Marilyn Brightwell of Young Realtors for $898,000. The 2-story residence is highlighted by a family room with wet bar, a gourmet kitchen and an elegant formal dining room. Other […]

No Matter If It’s Just A Single Room Addition Or Your Dream House Come True, You Should Consult With A General Contractor Before Starting To Build



By John M. Azar J.M.A. Construction There’s a lot of building going on out there. Lately we have been involved in a great deal of residential construction, and I would like to share a situation that recently arose with one of our clients. The client of a remodel/room addition for a medium-size home had already paid an architect for a […]

Cindee Zabner



Cindee Zabner has been recognized as the No. 4 top producing agent companywide for Prudential California Realty. Zabner, whose innovative marketing has placed her in the top 2 percent nationwide for Prudential, has accumulated more than $10 million in listings and sales and is in full swing for the first 10 days of August by opening six new contracts. Cindee […]

Real Estate Advisor

Chulak & Shiffman
Attorneys at Law


Real Estate Advisor Chulak & Shiffman Attorneys at Law Q. As the owner of a property management company, I’ve noticed that while most homeowner associations have equal monthly assessments, some have unequal assessments. How is this determined? A. It is determined on the basis of the budget submitted by the developer and approved by the California Department of Real Estate […]