Fireworks display delights locals at Otherworld Festival

THERE was a moving moment at this year’s Halloween Otherworld Festival in Ballymun when fireworks colourfully exploded over Plunkett Tower.

Plunkett is the last remaining block in the area and it’ll probably be gone long before next year’s festival.

This year’s event was a great success with thousands of locals out enjoying the festivities in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Local Sinn Féin councillor Noeleen Reilly said it was fantastic to see the community coming together to enjoy Halloween safely.

“This time next year the last remaining tower block will be gone,

? she added.

“Tenders are out at the moment for demolition works on Plunkett Tower and the Balbutcher lane flats. They will be knocked at some point in 2015.

“It was amazing to see the fireworks display on the blocks. It will be our last opportunity and it is a fitting way to mark the end of Ballymun’s relationship with the Tower Block.

The theme of this year’s Otherworld was

‘March of the Scarecrows’ and all the youth clubs in the area, as well as the Rediscovery Centre, played a central role in the weeks leading up to the event by making the costumes and props.

On the night there was plenty of local talent on display as Ballymun musicians and
dancers helped entertain the crowds.

“Otherworld is running for 14 years now and every year it gets bigger and better and has played a huge role in reducing the number of bonfires in the area,

? added Cllr Reilly.