Just as physical exercise is good for the body, First Amendment exercise is good for democracy. The Acorn Letters to the Editor section gives you an opportunity to put your freedom of speech to work by voicing opinions, thoughts and concerns on any matter you wish. Anonymous letters will not be published. After sending us your letter—which should include name, […]
2009-03-19
Theories on 9/11
I am surprised that in his letter last week Mr.Draeger objects to questioning the events of 9/ 11. According to a recent New York Times/CBS News poll, only 16 percent of Americans think the government is telling the truth about 9/11. I blame both Republicans and Democrats. I blame the decadesold acceptance of corruption in our government/ economy regardless of […]
Don’t be rude
While standing in the checkout line at Vons in Agoura Hills last week, I witnessed an annoying event. The lady who was checking out ahead of me was talking loudly on her cellphone, something we’ve all experienced. The tone and volume of her words not only irritated me but I could tell that the checker and bagger felt equally uncomfortable […]
What it means to be green
I am writing in response to Deborah Lopez’s letter (What does “green” really mean? March 5) in which she expressed her views on the Hilton Foundation building in Agoura. I have been a long time resident of the Oak Park/Agoura area and have watched areas that were once beautiful open fields become developments for new homes, schools, parks, recreation centers […]
Drive carefully
On Sun., March 1 at 9 a.m. I was driving from my Fountainwood residence to the Doit Center in Agoura Hills. While I was stopped and waiting for the red signal light at the intersection of Laro Drive and Kanan Road, a life defining moment occurred for me. The light turned green for my car to go and the northbound […]
Dangerous light
I want to talk about a problem with a traffic light in Oak Park at the intersection of Hawthorn Drive and Churchwood Drive This traffic light has always been a problem for me getting to and from school because the timers on the light are so short. The left turn lights are very short, and since there are many people […]
Westlake Track Club athlete wins championship in pentathlon event
Zachary Bornstein of the Westlake Track Club beat 200 other athletes from across the U.S. and won the pentathlon at the amateur Athletic Union National Indoor Youth Championship in Merrillville, Ind. on Feb. 20 to 22. The pentathlon consists of five events. Zachary ran the 55 meter in 9 seconds; high jumped 4feet9-inches; threw the shot 29 feet; long-jumped 15.6 […]
Conejo moms invited to bring princesses and pirates to park
The Conejo Valley Moms will have a Princess and Pirate park day at 3:30 p.m. Fri., March 20 at Forest Cove Park, 5451 Forest Cove Lane, Agoura Hills. The event will include a scavenger hunt, obstacle course, pirate booty, playtime in the park and snacks. Moms and children ages 1 to 6 are welcome. For more information, call Sandy at […]
Boys & Girls Clubs give awards Hawaiian-style
Sarah Brecht is Youth of the YearThe Los Robles Golf Course Banquet Room was transformed into a Polynesian paradise last Friday evening, with decorations and sandfilled “island” table centerpieces created by members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Conejo & Las Virgenes. It was the annual “Celebrating Our Youth” dinner and awards presentation.. Sarah Brecht of the Sequoia Club in Newbury Park was named the […]