2016-04-21

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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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THURS., APRIL 21 Antiques Study Group 9:30 a.m. to noon at Stagecoach Inn Museum, Anderson Hall, 51 S. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park. Rita Faulders presents the history and technique of paper marbling. Bring paisley on fabric or paper for show and tell. Phone: 805.495.3297. Email pen1@verizon.net. WLV Republican Women 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Zin Bistro, 32131 Lindero Canyon […]

Malibu guitar fest returns in style




Malibu has always been known for its great beaches and surf, but the place can rock ‘n roll, too. A line-up of nationally recognized artists will perform at the second annual Malibu Guitar Festival on Thurs. through Sun., April 28 to May 1. The acts include guitar legends Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Albert Lee, The Empty Hearts featuring Clem Burke […]

Science night makes learning fun



PROBE THE MIND—Above, Stan Liao of Agoura, left and Garrett Knoller of Encino, both 15, create carbon dioxide during Family Science Night at White Oak Elementary School in Westlake Village April 14. At left, Stella Myers, 7 of Agoura makes bubbles with a Geo-Pane during the educational annual program.

Hard truths about the autism spectrum

COMMENTARY /// Autism Awareness Month


Not long ago, the word “autism” held the same taboo as words like “cancer” and “dementia.” Autistic children and adults were often hidden away and rarely discussed, even among family members. Fortunately for those individuals (and our society as a whole), the world has changed. April is National Autism Awareness Month, an opportunity to focus on a condition many people […]

Agoura residents can help out on Community Service Days



The City of Agoura Hills has expanded its annual Community Service Days to offer a wider scope of volunteer opportunities in and outside of the community. Individuals, families, churches, schools, service clubs, Scouts, and seniors can sign up for a morning of volunteering Sat., May 7. Nick Newkirk, recreation supervisor, said one program added this year will be the creation […]

It’s magic!



LEVITATION—Agoura Hills Library will host a free family-friendly magic show featuring Stephen the Spectacular, left,at 11 a.m. Sat., April 30 in the community room at 29901 Ladyface Court. Stephen Levine is president of the Friends of Agoura Hills Library, a resident of Agoura Hills and a magician member of the Hollywood Magic Castle. He has performed at many venues, including […]

How to create a low-maintenance garden

Expert reveals helpful hints that require a little time with a minimum of effort


Grow a beautiful flower garden with a minimum of effort by investing a bit of time at the start of the season to reduce ongoing care. Always match flowers to the growing conditions and the care you are willing to provide. Low-maintenance plants need minimal or no deadheading and staking. This means you’ll be growing good-looking plants with little effort. […]

Calabasas over time



The land where Calabasas sits has witnessed Chumash villages, Spanish explorers, American settlers, the film industry and development. Cimberly Castellon and the Calabasas-Las Virgenes Historical Society have documented the city’s history in “Calabasas,” one of the first hardcover books in the Images of America series from Arcadia Publishing. Castellon and Calabasas Mayor James Bozajian, who wrote the book’s forward, will […]

Yaya’s thoughts on the grand and not-so-grand sons

Hot Flashes

You can’t miss ’em. Before they join the FBI’s Most Wanted List, here’s the down and dirty: They talk at the same time. Their shoes walk away without them. One of ’em has green toes. Collectively they could pool enough gaseous fuel to send a rocket to Mars, which explains clearly why T. Boone Pickens touted the power of natural […]

Celebrate life with laughs

Gala to take place at Westlake Four Seasons

Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara will present the “Leave it to Laughter” Celebration of Life Gala from 6 p.m. to midnight Fri., May 6 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Two Dole Drive, Westlake Village. The special guest emcee will be Jerry Mathers of “Leave it to Beaver.” Comedian Joan Fagan of “Three Blonde Moms” will also attend. The following awards […]