2007-01-04

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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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Classes offered



New community classes will begin Jan. 22 at the Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center, 23400 Park Sorrento. Spanish, art, music, crafts, storytelling, theater, computers, embroidery and nutrition are among the subjects offered. Brochures are available at the center or online at www. cityofcalabasas.com. For more information, call (818) 222-2782.

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The Agoura Hills library presents the following activities for the coming weeks. Agoura Hills Library is a branch of the Los Angeles County Public Library at 29901 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills. For more information on any program, call (818) 889-2278. •Winter story time for children includes stories, music and crafts and is on Tuesdays for preschoolers ages 3 to 5, […]

Donations needed to help launch new YMCA



The Miller Family YMCA, which will open in March in the Dos Vientos neighborhood of Newbury Park, is seeking donated preschool toys and play equipment. “Families who have outgrown their preschool years and want a tax donation should consider donating toys and play equipment to the YMCA,” said John Rutherford, president of the Southeast Ventura County YMCA. Rutherford said the […]

Girl’s love for animals pays off



An 11-year-old Oak Park girl has used her talents and love for dogs to raise $1,000 for Guide Dogs of America. Brooke Kaufman met her goal in mid-December after nearly a year of creating and selling small denim handbags. The money will go toward the training of new puppies. A budding designer, Brooke took her flair for art and clothing […]

Boys concerned about park



Eric Kellenberger of Oak Park learned firsthand that age doesn’t matter when it comes to making a difference. Upset by recent damage to the field at Deerhill Park near his home, 9-year-old Eric decided to raise money for repairs. Vandals had driven across the grass where Eric plays soccer, ripping up the turf and leaving deep tire marks over most […]

Community park enjoyed by all



LIGHTHEARTED– Andre Gatling of Calabasas and his daughter, 5-year-old Maya, spent time during the New Year’s break to play at Gates Canyon Park on Thousand Oaks Boulevard. The 7-acre park, which opened in 1993, includes a fitness course, children’s play area, basketball court, tennis courts and picnic areas with barbecues.

Westlake bomb scare forces evacuation



A bomb threat at 2K Games, a video game company in Westlake Village, prompted an early dismissal of employees Tuesday and an investigation by local law enforcement. According to Lost Hills Sheriff Deputy Scott Rule, an anonymous call was received at the firm, located near Lindero Canyon and Agoura Road, between noon and 12:30 p.m. The anonymous caller said a […]

A New Year’s resolution: Keep the creek clean

Reclaimed sewer water might be diverted, officials say

A New Year’s resolution: Keep the creek clean The Las Virgenes Municipal Water District and Triunfo Sanitation District have launched a study that will look at ways the two agencies can limit the amount of reclaimed sewer water that is released into Malibu Creek. The Tapia effluent alternatives study was commissioned through the joint powers authority that oversees both water […]

Teachers receive salary increase



Teachers and staff in Oak Park will receive a 6.25 percent raise, the largest salary increase in at least three years. An increase in health benefits also was approved by the Oak Park Unified School District Board of Education at its December meeting. Annual health coverage jumped from a cap of about $11,000 to $13,183. The raise and health coverage […]

High school students learn the meaning of tolerance



After a series of bullying and hate-related incidents on campus, students at Oak Park High School participated in “Tolerance Week.” Discussions were held in mid-December about the meaning of tolerance, and student films and essay and arts contests were presented on the issue. A woman who survived the Holocaust spoke of her experiences and suggested actions that students could take […]