2007-05-31

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'Paywall' removed

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.

Archives

Light And Bright With High Ceilings



This more than 3,700square-foot home is light and bright with high ceilings, uppercase windows and recessed lighting. There is a travertine entry, two-story living room with a fireplace and formal dining room. The remodeled kitchen offers granite counters, stainless steel appliances, including a double convection oven and five-burner range, a center island, built-in desk and shelves, a garden window and […]

Luxury In Oak Park



This one-story Oak Park 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has hardwood floors, wood shutters, Pella doors and high ceilings. The family room includes a fireplace and entertainment center. There is a formal dining area and breakfast bar. The large master bedroom has a walk-in closet and a bathroom with a separate spa tub. The private yard includes a fenced spa. For more […]

Room For A Pool



This is a large 5bedroom, 4.5bath French chateaustyle home on a culdesac in Sunset Ridge. Enter through a private courtyard. Inside are a gourmet kitchen and a formal dining room with French doors opening to the parklike backyard that’s big enough for a pool. For more information on this home, call the Curtiss Team at Coldwell Banker, Niki, (805) 427-0451, […]

This Is Morrison Ranch At Its Very Best



This is Morrison Ranch at its very best. This is a 3bedroom, onestory traditional home of approximately 2,700 square feet that has been remodeled and upgraded with no expense spared. The floors are walnut plank, travertine and slab granite throughout. There are also new carpet and paint, recessed lighting and cathedral ceilings. It features two granite fireplaces, an interior atrium […]

Ruth Rose



Ruth Rose of White House Properties has been awarded the top producer for the month of April by owner/ broker Marty Williams. Rose has been awarded top sales agent year after year, month after month since 1979. She is a member of the “Ambassador Club, which represents the top 5 percent of agents companywide. Rose is professional, dedicated, hardworking and […]

Cul-De-Sac Home



This Woodranch culdesac home has 4 bedrooms plus a bonus room, 3 bathrooms and more than 3,600 square feet. The bathrooms have been remodeled. The kitchen has granite counters, and topoftheline appliances. There are fireplaces in the living room, family room, master bedroom and bonus room. One bedroom and bathroom are downstairs. Off the master suite there is a large […]

Nestled In A Family Community



This Moorpark ranchstyle home is a one-story home in a family community close to schools and parks. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The floor plan is open and bright with cathedral ceilings in the living and family rooms. A gas and woodburning fireplace is in the living room. There are newer carpet and laminated flooring throughout. The large […]

A Newbury Park Home With Upgrades



This Newbury Park home has a fireplace, attached two-car garage and three large bedrooms, two of which have walkin closets. Upgrades include smooth ceilings; recessed lights; light fixtures in bathrooms, kitchen and outside; paint throughout including garage and cabinets; tile floors; granite countertop and fireplace; travertine in bathroom counters; new sinks, faucets and shower door. For more information on this […]

Luxury Home With All The Amenities



Set within the Mulholland corridor, this estate is reminiscent of a Southern country manor. Spanning more than one useable acre, this gated property offers fine rural living. The interior offers amenities including wood floors, crown molding and French doors throughout. The newly remodeled kitchen combines country with French antique paver floors, custom-finished cabinetry, granite counters and topoftheline appliances. The house […]

Private With Mountain Views



This Oak Park home has 5 bedrooms and 3 baths in a one-story model. The home has an elevated presence with an interlocking brick entry and rock gardens. The home has been maintained with a neutral decor, granite kitchen counters, newer cabinetry and appliances. The bathrooms have been remodeled with pedestal sinks. There are newer white paneled doors, plantation shutters, […]