Big powerball win hits mount vernon shop
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Big Powerball win hits Mount Vernon shop

February 2, 2026

Mount Vernon player wins $50,000 Powerball prize in Jan. 31 drawing

Mount Vernon, NY – A lucky Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold in Mount Vernon for the January 31 drawing, the New York Lottery announced.

The winning ticket was purchased at Memorial Stationery, located at 414 E Sandford Blvd. The third-tier win was achieved by matching four white balls and the red Power Ball.

The Powerball drawing occurs three times a week and offers a range of prize levels depending on how many numbers a player matches.


Key Points

  • $50,000 Powerball ticket sold in Mount Vernon on January 31
  • Ticket purchased at Memorial Stationery, 414 E Sandford Blvd
  • Player matched four white balls and the red Power Ball
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