2018-08-09

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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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Create a smarter kitchen that owners can control from a phone

COMMENTARY /// Tips for home improvement

Technology is getting smarter. Nowadays it seems everything has artificial intelligence built-in. And why not? It makes your home have a clever assistant in every room of the house without the expense of paying hourly wages. Here’s how to have a smarter kitchen, because this is the room where we can always use an extra set of hands. The Mr. […]

Back-to-school month a good time to buy

COMMENTARY /// Real estate advice

As we get close to back to school, we generally see a pause in the market, but now may be the best time to buy. And don’t overlook a well-cared-for home that may just need some updating. There is no doubt turnkey homes have been the rage over the past several years as families are busy and prefer to have […]

BHHS agent offers 19 years of residential experience

In top 10 Realtors companywide

Julie Knutson, Camarillo’s No. 1 Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Realty, has been a residential real estate agent for 19 years. She has a genuine passion for the business and brings a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience in all aspects of the real estate process while providing a personal touch and exceeding clients’ expectations. She has received many […]

Equestrian ranch and vineyard in Hidden Valley with pool, pond

Epona Estate is a privately owned, 38-acre working ranch and vineyard in Thousand Oaks. The property, which has oaks, sycamore and eucalyptus trees, is in the heart of Hidden Valley. Epona Estate is comprised of a premier equestrian facility that includes a custom barn with oversize stalls, eight crossties, three wash racks, indoor and outdoor ebb and flow arenas, nine […]

Century 21 agent appointed Broker of Record

Has been in real estate for 29 years

Charlene Siemon has been appointed Broker of Record for Century 21 Troop Real Estate in addition to her current role as general manager. Siemon has been a licensed real estate professional for 29 years. She began her career with Troop Real Estate in July 1992, shortly after moving to Simi Valley from her home in Connecticut. “We are fortunate to […]

Somis residence on more than four acres of horse-zoned property

Views include ocean, Channel Islands mountain ranges, farmland

This house has four bedrooms and three bathrooms in 2,772 square feet of living space on over 4 acres. The price on the five-star property has been reduced. Views are available of the ocean, Channel Islands and surrounding mountain ranges and farmland from the spacious wraparound deck and many of the rooms inside the house. The property has hundreds of […]

Upgraded Westlake home on private end of cul-de-sac lot

This upgraded Westlake home has four bedrooms and three baths and is approximately 2,500 square feet. The living room includes a fireplace, plantation shutters and vaulted ceiling. The formal dining room opens to the backyard and pool. The sunny kitchen has upgraded appliances, cabinets, tile floor and a family eating area. The family room with a fireplace adjoins the kitchen […]

YMCA soccer sign-ups

The Triunfo YMCA will hold a fall soccer league for boys and girls in pre-K through second grade beginning Sun., Sept. 16. Sign-up days are from 9 a.m. to noon Sat., Sept. 8 at Westlake Community Park basketball courts, 31107 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Westlake Village, and from 4 to 6 p.m. Wed., Sept. 12 at Sumac Park, 6000 Calmfield Ave, […]

Dad has a knack of ruining everything for his son

Family Man

Throughout history, up on the big screen, in books, on TV and all over real life, teenagers have accused their parents of “ruining everything.” I’m the first parent to agree. As a toddler, my boy was brave and open to all. I’ve been gradually destroying that. “Careful,” I told him a few weeks into kindergarten. “Don’t run wearing that heavy […]

2018-08-09 E-Edition