2010-02-12

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Acorn online content now offered free

'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.

Archives

Case of gun-toting dad headed to trial



Jury selection in the trial of a Simi Valley man who shot and killed his daughter’s boyfriend in November 2008 is expected to begin Feb. 16 at Ventura County Superior Court. Harry Scribner, 66, faces the charge of involuntary manslaughter with the use of a gun, which could land him in prison for up to 21 years. He was indicted […]

Solar session to discuss green incentives



Mehr Solar will host a free solar energy workshop that will identify the recent beneficial changes in incentives for homeowners. The workshop will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 18 at Courtyard by Marriott, 191 Cochran St., Simi Valley. Participants can find out how to take advantage of the financial and environmental benefits offered by the GoSolarCalifornia program […]

Overload on chocolate at Golden Spoon



The Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt shop is offering Chocolate Lover’s Valentine Indulgence and white-gloved service from 6 to 11 p.m. Sat. and Sun., Feb. 13 and 14 at Golden Spoon stores in Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Agoura Hills and Newbury Park. Patrons will be escorted to a reserved table with white tablecloth and flowers. The store will stay open an hour longer The […]

Library hosting Presidents Day celebration



The Reagan Library will present the 18th annual Presidents Day Celebration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mon., Feb. 15 at the museum, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. The program includes the following family events: •Presidential storytelling by president and first lady look-alikes Abigail Adams, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. •Musical entertainment by Los Cerritos Instrumental Music, Thousand Oaks High […]

Science pros needed to judge entries at fair

Year’s theme is ‘Science for Change’

Professionals in the sciences are needed to volunteer as judges for the 2010 Ventura County Science Fair, set for April 13 to 15 at Seaside Park/ Fairgrounds in Ventura. Close to 1,000 students from throughout Ventura County in grades six through 12 will enter their projects in the 56th annual fair, sponsored by the Ventura County Office of Education. This […]

With candidacy official, Strickland goes on offensive



By Joann Groff joann@theacorn.com Assemblymember Audra Strickland has officially announced her candidacy for Ventura County Supervisor Linda Parks’ 2nd District seat, just a week after moving her family into the district. Strickland lived in Moorpark, which is in the 4th District, with her husband, state Sen. Tony Strickland, and their two young children. The Stricklands moved to Thousand Oaks earlier […]

Huber is candidate for mayor

Former councilman has notable support

In the shadow of city hall, longtime resident and former council member Bob Huber announced Monday his intent to run for mayor. He spoke to a group of about 50 friends, family and colleagues who gathered rather conspicuously in the courtyard just outside City Council chambers. Some held signs that read “Huber=Leadership” and “Huber Unites Simi Valley.” Huber, who served […]

ALS group to meet



The ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) Ventura County Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 27 in the Westlake Village Library Community Room, 31200 Oak Crest Drive. There is no charge to attend. The group is for people with ALS, their families and friends. Support groups are provided by the ALS Association, Greater Los Angeles Chapter and are […]

Simi’s leading lady honored for life’s work



Hadassah to discuss mission projects



Simi Valley/Moorpark’s Hadassah Group, L’Dor Vador, will host Sandi Sadikoff and Jean Blumin as they present “Hadassah’s Mission to Israel,” a PowerPoint presentation highlighting Hadassah’s projects, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sun., Feb. 21 at the Ziegler Center at Mount Sinai Memorial Park, 6150 Mount Sinai Drive, Simi Valley. Light refreshments will be served.  The cost is $10. Money raised […]