In an era of 24 news and a continual stream of doom and gloom, war, misery and moaning, wasn't it great to have a good news story for once.
ie The fundraising page set up by Katie Cutler to help Alan Barnes, the disabled pensioner who was attacked in his home.
Although her aim was to try and raise £500 for him, she can't have imagined what the response would be as people from around the world donated, with donations approaching £300,000!
Local businesses and tradespeople have also offered to help with practical help. The money will be put into a trust fund for him. Warm cosy glows all round 
