Quick stop in smithtown delivers $50k lottery surprise
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Quick stop in Smithtown delivers $50K lottery surprise

April 16, 2026
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Smithtown fuel stop sells $50K Powerball winning ticket

Smithtown, NY — A Long Island lottery player scored a $50,000 Powerball prize after purchasing a winning ticket at a local fuel station.

The New York Lottery confirmed a third-prize-winning ticket for the April 15 drawing was sold at Smithtown Fuel Inc., located at 377 Veterans Highway in Smithtown.

The ticket matched four of the first five numbers and the Powerball to secure the $50,000 prize.

Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m., with players selecting numbers from two separate pools.

Lottery officials said proceeds continue to support public schools across New York, with billions contributed each year.

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Key Points

  • $50,000 Powerball ticket sold at Smithtown Fuel Inc.
  • Ticket matched four numbers plus the Powerball
  • Drawing held April 15 with standard Powerball format
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