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Christmas comes early for Philadelphia Lottery player

Philadelphia player wins $199K with holiday-themed online PA Lottery game

Middletown, PA — A Philadelphia Lottery player struck a festive fortune after winning $199,593.46 playing the online instant game Mistletoe Town, according to the Pennsylvania Lottery.

Mistletoe Town is a connect-style game that contributes to the Happy Holidays Jackpot, which starts at $50,000. Players have chances to multiply winnings by up to 10 times, trigger five free games, and activate special symbol effects and bonus games.

The nearly $200,000 win comes as more Pennsylvanians turn to online Lottery options, which include draw games like Powerball® and Mega Millions® and dozens of instant games playable on mobile devices and computers.

Winners remain anonymous unless they choose to go public. All prizes are subject to final verification.

Key Points

  • Philadelphia Lottery player won $199,593.46 playing Mistletoe Town
  • The holiday-themed game is part of the Happy Holidays progressive jackpot series
  • PA Lottery continues to expand its reach through mobile and digital platforms
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