Pile of money
Pile of money.

Big Apple Shopper Snags Big Lottery Win

MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A Take 5 Evening ticket worth $27,458 was sold in Manhattan for Saturday night’s drawing, according to the New York Lottery.

The winning ticket was purchased at 43rd News & Smoke Shop, located at 153 East 43rd Street. Take 5 drawings are held twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., with numbers selected from one through 39.

Winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prize, and the retailer earns a commission for selling the top-prize ticket.

The New York Lottery reported contributing $3.8 billion in the most recent fiscal year to support public schools across the state.

Resources for responsible play

New Yorkers concerned about problem gambling can find resources at NYProblemGamblingHelp.org, call 1-877-8-HOPENY, or text HOPENY to 467369. Standard rates may apply.

No additional winning details were released.

Chris Quigley

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.

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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