On the positive side, even though I do not personally like the new website design, it is a much more sophisticated look overall. I have also not experienced any problems with the ads covering up the text, and the website is a good size for my browser (Firefox) and screen (wide). Nothing is cut off, in fact there is empty space on the sides.
I look forward to seeing how the site turns out after all the problems are fixed. Congratulations, and Good Luck!
I agree with all that you said. Except I use Chrome…