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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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Mediterranean Estate with Incredible Views



This exquisitely designed private and gated estate is situated on over three sprawling acres within the exclusive high country of North Ranch in the city of Westlake Village. The main home consists of skillfully proportioned rooms including three bedroom suites, three-and-ahalf bath, living room, family room and gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry. Two guest suites are connected by a breezeway […]

Park-Like Grounds with Pool/Spa



This traditional 4-bedroom, 3-bath home is located in Oak Park. It’s been remodeled and it’s immaculate. The outstanding corner setting offers park-like grounds with pool/spa and privacy. Highlights include hardwood floors in the entry and kitchen plus newer windows, kitchen and baths. For more information on this home priced at $1,525,000, call Joyce Merkle and Carol Mullen of Coldwell Banker […]

Miriam Claire



Miriam Claire is being recognized by president/broker Syd Leibovitch and Woodland Hills office branch manager, Demetra Kalivas for her current production of $2,095,000 in active listings, $1,896,500 in open escrows, and closed escrows of $800,000 last month. Claire’s exceptional customer service skills and experience will keep you ahead of the game. Reach Miriam Claire at (818) 999-2030 or email miriamclaire@paramount […]

Delightful End Unit



Near Westlake High and the Promenade is this delightful end unit townhome. Three bedrooms and twoand-one-half baths are featured in the recently redecorated end unit. Views of nature, huge patio, fireplace and high ceilings lend appeal. To see this Hidden Canyon beauty priced at $559,000, call Shirley Richards of Coldwell Banker Westlake Village Centre office at (805) 370-2851.

Stately Tudor Estate Situated on about 1.5 Acres



This stately tudor estate is gated and private with about 1.5 acre of usable lot. The 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath home features a grand entry with spiral stairway, formal living and dining rooms plus a handsome family room with gentlemen’s bar. Highlights include a remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counters and top-of-theline appliances. Additional features are beautiful french doors and leaded […]

Jordan Cohen



Jordan Cohen, estates director at Re/Max Olson & Associates, Inc., estate brokerage, Westlake Village office was commended for his production in June with sales totaling over $7.9 million. Cohen was the no. 1 agent for all the Re/Max offices in California for 2004 (about 10,000 agents). In addition, he ranked no. 4 in the United States and no. 6 worldwide, […]

Meg Etsten



Meg Etsten, a sales associate with Troop Real Estate in Agoura Hills was commended recently by Vicki Earnest, branch manager, for her production in the month of June. Etsten was awarded the top listing award at a recent sales meeting. Etsten’s fun and energetic personality are an asset that make buying or selling a home with her a pleasure. Reach […]

Joy Chandler



Joy Chandler of Coldwell Banker is proud to introduce the revolutionary management tool that’s for buying and selling homes that’s leaving the competition behind. For more information on this exciting new approach, call Joy at (805) 341-4493.

MAC looking for police volunteers to help community of Oak Park

Crime is low and officials want to keep it that way

Deena Parry, a member of Oak Park’s Municipal Advisory Council (MAC), wants to bring the Thousand Oaks Volunteers in Policing program to Oak Park. Barbara D’Anjou, a Thousand Oaks city employee who helps manage the volunteer program, recently presented the council with a proposal outlining the duties performed by a police volunteer, as well as the associated costs. Parry has […]

Woman fights to keep food pantry open



Barbara Ausburn is known among her friends as the woman who loves golf and cherishes the work that she performs at a San Fernando Valley food pantry. Ausburn is the volunteer executive director of Loaves & Fishes in Van Nuys, a distribution center that gives free food and clothing to the Valley’s poor and homeless. She recently helped secure a […]