2019-08-15

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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

Money for mammograms

The Simone B. hair, nail and skin salon will host a charity fundraiser to provide breast cancer mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women from 2 to 6 p.m. Sat., Aug. 24. The salon is at 29020 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills. The event will also have a raffle with goody baskets. All of the money raised at the benefit will be […]

Pond cleanup also good for turtles

Shelter holds free adoptions

Ventura County Animal Services will host with no-fee adoptions during Clear the Shelters event from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., Aug. 17 at both shelter locations in Camarillo and Simi Valley. The Camarillo Animal Shelter is at 600 Aviation Drive. The Simi Valley Animal Shelter is at 670 W. Los Angeles Ave. Clear the Shelters is a nationwide adoption […]

Nature presents fine open-air matinee



On summer days my pals like to catch a bargain matinee, but I have an aversion to being indoors. I’d rather sit on a park bench and see what’s shaking in the natural world. One of my favorite destinations is a grassy knoll in Forest Cove Park in Agoura Hills. The bench there is encircled by a quintet of oaks, […]

Pet of the week

BALL BOY—Blaze, an adorable 3-year-old boy, loves to play with toys and balls, is good on leash, and takes treats gently. He knows “sit” and does well with other dogs. Meet Blaze, ID No. A5252699 at the Agoura Hills Animal Care Center, 29525 Agoura Road. Pets have already been adopted, so check Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control before […]

One story, two fireplaces, three-car garage, five bedrooms in Lynn Ranch

This unique Lynn Ranch single-story, ranch-style home sits on over 1 acre with approximately 5,708 square feet. The home has five en suite bedrooms, including an oversize master suite and a large office. One wing offers its own den with fireplace, living room, office, bedroom and bath with separate entry, suitable for a mother-in law suite or separate living quarters. […]

Old Agoura home with modern architecture

Open house will be Sun., Aug. 25

Old Agoura is known for its semi-rural and eclectic ambiance. The neighborhood consists of custom homes, and HOA membership is voluntary. The listing agent says, “Aficionados of modern-style architecture will marvel at the quality of construction and the elements of design that are featured in this home.” The house, which is approximately 3,700 square feet, has a private setting and […]

‘Thank you for your service’

We often use that phrase when we meet a veteran. But no one uttered those words to veterans coming home from the Vietnam War in the 1970s. It is nice for vets to hear those words now. All American veterans should be treated with honor. Dilbeck Real Estate appreciates the commitment of all veterans and the active military, and wants […]

Ocean breezes reach home in gated community minutes from the beach

This home is in the gated community of California Lighthouse, just a few miles to the beach. The two-bedroom and 2.5-bath home with loft has over 1,200 square feet of living space. There is a two-car attached garage with direct access as well as an additional driveway for extra parking in front of the unit. The house has high vaulted […]

Rustic home for nature lovers

Private retreat tucked in the hills

In the hills above Malibu in the Santa Monica Mountains is a private retreat suitable for nature lovers, hikers and mountain bike- or horseback trail riders. The three-bedroom, updated and rustic home is tucked amid shade trees and shares 5.5 acres with barns, tack/storage sheds, corrals and arena. The house has panoramic sunset and mountain views, and is 15 minutes […]