2007-10-04

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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.

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Some of the Highlights Of This Two-Story Oak Creek Home Include Vaulted Ceilings and Tile Floors



Two-story Oak Creek home has downstairs bedroom and bath. Some highlights include vaulted ceilings, tile floors, kitchen with black appliances and a breakfast bar which opens up into a family room with a red brick fireplace. The family room and downstairs bedroom have Pergo flooring. The large master has a private bath and a sliding door that leads to a […]

Largest Model In The Complex



This end unit is the largest model in the complex and has views of the city and city lights from almost every window. The open floor plan includes a family room, den/study, formal dining room, breakfast bar and eat-in kitchen with a six-foot garden window. There are vaulted ceilings in the living room, bedrooms and master bath. The kitchen has […]

Lisa Topor



For July 2007, the award for top listing agent from Prudential California Realty’s Camarillo office went to Lisa Topor. Topor is consistently one of the top ranking agents in the Camarillo office, and she places annually among the top ten of Prudential California Realty’s 260 sales associates. Topor takes the best traits of the real estate pro and combines them […]

This Home On A Cul-De-Sac Lot Was Built In 2002



This Northgate former model has 4 bedrooms plus office/loft and 3 baths. The home was built in 2002 with approximately 3,200 square feet on a cul-de-sac lot of more than 15,000 square feet backing to open space with views. The island kitchen has granite counters and maple cabinets. The large family room includes a fireplace. The living room has a […]

This Spacious Home Includes An Office And A Gym



This 5-bedroom home includes an office and gym and is in a gated Westlake Village neighborhood. The home is about 4,655 square feet. The 0.46-acre grounds have been landscaped with waterfalls, pool, spa and outdoor barbecue pavilion. For more information on this property listed at $1,897,500, call Teri Pacitto of Rodeo Realty at (805) 494-0449.

This Large Home Is A Fixer Property In Shadow Oaks Near Many Conejo Valley Schools



This large 6-bedroom, 3-bath, 2,383 square foot home is a fixer property in Shadow Oaks near many Conejo Valley schools. The lot size of 9,664 square feet gives the home potential. This is a trustee sale with no court approval required. All you need is some imagination, tools and labor to make this home special. For more information on this […]

This Home Includes A Pool/Spa, Gazebo, RV Access And Room For Tennis Court



This home on a 30,000square-foot flat lot includes a pool/spa, gazebo, RV access and room for tennis court, guest house, horses and more. The interior features 4 bedrooms plus loft, 3 baths and totally remodeled kitchen with a center island and granite counters. For more information on this property listed at $1,099,000, call Judy Lewicki of Troop Real Estate at […]

Kim Gill



The award for top producer from Prudential California Realty’s Thousand Oaks Regional office for July 2007 was won by Kim Gill. An award-winning professional for more than a decade, Gill is wellversed in many real estate specialties: relocation, residential, investment properties, fine homes and creative financing. Her client approach emphasizes constant communication and strong negotiation. Gill also has experience in […]

Contain Clutter by Creating a Kids Playroom in a Snap



Doityourself renovations are becoming more and more popular among home owners. Parents are upgrading and adding value to their home at every chance they get, but the kids are getting left behind. A playroom is a great way for parents to give a room back to their kids. Children of all ages need a place they can be inspired and […]

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