Lottery winner - money - stock photo
Lottery winner - Money - Stock Photo

$50K Powerball Prize Ticket Sold in Albany

ALBANY, NY – The New York Lottery has confirmed that a third-prize-winning Powerball ticket was sold in Albany for the January 15 drawing. This lucky ticket, which is now worth $50,000, was purchased at Cumberland Farms, located at 1870 Western Avenue in Albany.

Powerball, one of the most popular lottery games, involves selecting numbers from two separate pools: one to 69 for the white balls and one to 26 for the red Power Ball. This drawing takes place three times a week – every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m.

The recent win has brought a wave of excitement to the Albany community, encouraging more residents to try their luck in this nationwide lottery game.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

As a member of the Shore News Network editorial team, Quigley works closely with public officials, community leaders, first responders, and local organizations to provide factual coverage of breaking news, municipal government, public policy, and events affecting New Jersey residents. Her work highlights both major developments and the local stories that shape communities across the state.

Quigley is committed to responsible journalism, emphasizing accuracy, source verification, and transparency in every story she reports. She strives to present information in a clear and accessible manner, helping readers better understand the issues, decisions, and events that impact their daily lives.

Through her work at Shore News Network, Chris Quigley contributes to the organization's mission of providing trusted local news coverage, accountability reporting, and community-focused journalism throughout New Jersey.

Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

Experience and interests: Criminal Justice, Business, Animal Care, Entertainment, Lottery News, Local News