2019-11-14

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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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Water polo stars are three of a kind

Three Lions bound for Division I



Jake Ehrhardt and Adrian Weinberg helped ignite a winning tradition for the boys’ water polo team at Oaks Christian High. They’re now thriving in college, at USC and California, respectively. Most programs would hit a lull without those superstars, but not the Lions, who have been able to uphold their reputation as team to be reckoned with in CIF-Southern Section […]

Oak Park wins opener; Warriors, Lions stumble

FOOTBALL /// Playoffs

Local Acorn high school football teams are slugging it out in the postseason. Oak Park remained undefeated after a 45-13 win against Maranatha in the first round of the CIF-Southern Section Division 12 playoffs Nov. 8 at home. Defensive end/left tackle Luka Sarac, a UC Davis commit, registered 11 tackles, two sacks and one forced fumble for the victorious Eagles. […]

The Tribe is alive

Warriors surge into CIF-Southern Section Open Division semifinals



Westlake High’s girls’ tennis team could be celebrating a CIF-Southern Section Open Division title in the coming years. A program that enjoyed unparalleled success under legendary head coach Connie Flanderka has savored a renaissance of sorts with third-year head coach Scott Yasgoor. “I’m so glad I got to experience having Coach Flanderka and Coach Scott,” said Sam Noh, a senior […]

Deep in the heart of Warrior Country

WE WHO WAIT—Westlake High football players wait for a call from the sidelines in the CIF-Southern Section Division 3 playoffs on Nov. 8 at home against Grace Brethren. Westlake lost the game, 42-38.

Custom-built Calabasas home is on a private cul-de-sac

Outdoor oasis with pool and spa

Behind the guard gates of Vista Pointe, this custom-built home is on a private cul-de-sac. The house has five bedrooms and eight baths in 6,438 square feet of living space. Natural light pours in through the high-ceiling windows. The house has marble floors, a wet bar, plantation shutters, a 300-bottle wine cellar, four fireplaces and a three-car garage. The third-floor […]

Ranch-style residence with gourmet kitchen

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

Consistent top producer in Conejo Valley acknowledged

Steve Young was recently acknowledged for consistent high production. He has been a Realtor for 40 years. He is one of the all-time top producing agents in the Conejo Valley, winning numerous awards, including induction into the Master’s Hall of Fame. He specializes in the areas of Oak Park, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Calabasas and Woodland […]

Homeowner’s insurance can bring peace to the mind—and pocketbook

Only a fraction of U.S. households are protected by a home services plan

Nobody bats an eyelash when it comes to buying homeowner’s insurance, but many homeowners don’t apply that same logic to planning for home repairs—not what might happen, but what will happen. Only a fraction of the 120 million U.S. households today are protected by a home services plan, also known as a home warranty. That number is growing, as homeowners […]

DOG WALK WITH A PURPOSE

Santa Paws comes to town

The Humane Society of Ventura County will host Santa Paws, an annual holiday family photo shoot, at two locations this month. The Ventura Beach Marriott will host the first Santa Paws event Sun., Nov. 17 at 2055 E. Harbor Blvd., Ventura. The second will take place Sun., Dec. 1 at the Humane Society shelter, 402 Bryant St., Ojai. Both events […]