Honest John’s Community Kitty has raised £2,500 to share among five Newton Aycliffe Care Homes for the Residents’ Comfort Funds. £500 has also been donated to Newton Aycliffe Women’s Institute. A couple who left valuable jewellery in a box of goods were asked to call back to see if they had made a mistake. The did return and said they were aware of the contents and wanted to help the Community Kitty – the value of the jewellery was £400 and Honest John thanks them for their generosity. John also thanks DISC for allowing him free space in their premises, Val his assistant volunteer, donors and customers.