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Thousands turn out for fireworks
01.11.12
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HUNDREDS of Inishowen revellers were among the
thousands who watched Derry's 2012 Banks of the
Foyle Halloween Carnival came to a spectacular close
with the annual fireworks display last night. The
city's mayor, Cllr Kevin Campbell praised everyone
who took part. “Organisers and the inter-agency
teams must be congratulated on pulling together a
wonderfully inclusive programme where people were
able to explore the city and its beautiful landscape
and architecture whilst enjoying a fun and varied
range of events.” |
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Fireworks light up the Foyle during
Halloween 2012. |
Derry City Council’s
programme organiser, Elaine Griffin, said that the
events were "exceptionally well attended" over the
five days with plans already underway to showcase
Derry's unique Halloween atmosphere during City of
Culture.
“Plans have already begun for the 2013 celebrations
which will give us the chance to showcase this Derry
unique event to a worldwide audience," she said. |
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