10-30-2022 8:57pm

AlamogordoTownNews.com Zoo Boo, Anthony Lucero and Halloween on New York Avenue

Chris Edwards Editor

AlamogordoTownNews.com 2nd Life Media photos courtesy Alamogordo Center of Commerce, Kathy Ramsey and KALH Radio

Saturday saw many Halloween festivities in Alamogordo, New Mexico from Boo Zoo, to the New York Avenue Trick or Treat; the kids had a big day in Alamogordo Saturday, all day, celebrating Halloween.

Saturday was a day all witches, vampires, princesses, cowboys, runners, and more came to Alameda Park Zoo and then the New York Avenue Business, History and Cultural Arts District.

Racers received a race t-shirt and awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place men/women and boys/girls as well received awards as best costume for 5K and Kids Mile. Awards were given out at Zoo Boo. Reports were long lines at the zoo and thousands of kids received candy and more having a great time in positivity and a sense of community hosted by the small businesses of Alamogordo.

Fun was shared by all. The biggest and funniest scandal of the day was the KALH program director caught cheating to win kids race at this year's ZooBoo. Not only was he well over the age bracket, sources say Anthony Lucero was seen boarding a golf cart to be spirited away to the finish line, nullifying his claim to a 3½ minute mile run. Instead of receiving a medal for his "winning" the race, Lucero's prize for cheating was receiving three pies to his face by legitimate winners

Anthony Lucero was questioned for comment by AlamogordoTownNews.com after we received a News Tip from the Lemur Cage… Anthony’s Response “Chris I don't care what that lemur told you, I wasn't cheating! Did you ask the marmosets?”

On New York Avenue merchants passed out candy and celebrated Halloween with cool window displays and lots of candy handed out. The Local Bodega reported over 700 kids entered the store for treats. Roadrunner Emporium handed out over 3000 pieces of candy and had fun for kids and adults.

Photos from Alamogordo MainStreet New York Avenue Cultural Arts, Business and History District…

More Photos from Zoo Boo at Alameda Park Zoo Alamogordo (photos courtesy Alamogordo Center of Commerce, Kathy Ramsey and KALH Radio)

With a collaborative and positive spirit of teamwork; the business community of Alamogordo, the Alamogordo Center of Commerce, the city via the Alameda Pack Zoo, and the merchants of Alamogordo’s New York Avenue ensured a safe and fun Saturday Halloween celebration for all.

Halloween activities conclude on New York Avenue, Monday night with a special abridged limited Spooktacular Ghost and History Tour at 6 pm at Roadrunner Emporium, 928 New York Avenue, Alamogordo, New Mexico check in 5:45 abridged walking tour is 6 pm to 8 pm RSVP in advance 7078806238 via text or call.